HP Dragonfly FoliovsDell 16 Plus

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HP
HP Dragonfly Folio
Dragonfly Folio

Quick Stats

The HP Dragonfly Folio's performance is solid and tailored for everyday business use with ease and reliability.
The HP Dragonfly Folio boasts an impressive build that exudes premium-ness and exceptional quality overall.
The base IPS display is perfect for everyday business use with clear text and sharp images available.
The HP Dragonfly Folio boasts a unique pull-forward design with Wacom AES pen support.
Dell
Dell 16 Plus
16 Plus

Quick Stats

The Dell 16 Plus offers impressive performance, handling heavy multitasking and tasks with ease effortlessly.
The Dell 16 Plus boasts a sturdy and premium build quality that's ideal for professionals and creatives.
The Dell 16 Plus boasts an impressive QHD+ mini LED display, hitting 100% sRGB coverage.
The Dell 16 Plus stands out for its high-performance processors, ample RAM, and exceptional display options available.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP Dragonfly Folio
#450
Dell 16 Plus
Winner
#448
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP Dragonfly Folio
#320
Winner
Dell 16 Plus
#492
Display
HP Dragonfly Folio
#399
Dell 16 Plus
#220
Winner
Performance
HP Dragonfly Folio
#608
Dell 16 Plus
#509
Winner
Build
HP Dragonfly Folio
#223
Winner
Dell 16 Plus
#573
Features
HP Dragonfly Folio
#383
Dell 16 Plus
#341
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP Dragonfly Folio
Dell Dell 16 Plus
up to 32GB
up to 32GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel Core Ultra 9 288V
Qualcomm Adreno 690
Intel Arc Graphics 140V

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP Dragonfly Folio

Strengths

The laptop has a unique pull-forward design that's both attractive and useful.
The faux leather exterior is grippy, durable, and looks nice - it's a great alternative to the usual metal or plastic bodies.
The keyboard is nice and responsive with good tactile feedback.
The pen included with touch screen is Wacom AES and has a good set of software features - it's perfect for note-taking.
The laptop supports Intel x211 Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.3, as well as optional 4G LTE or 5G Intel 5000 series modem.
The display on the base IPS model is decent, with near full sRGB coverage and high contrast ratio.
The battery life is good, with up to 8-9 hours of mixed productivity work and video conferencing.
The laptop has a compact size and weighs around 2.5 pounds - making it perfect for business travelers.

Weaknesses

The display calibration is not particularly good, especially in terms of color accuracy.
The OLED display option may have worse battery life due to its higher resolution and power-hungry nature.
The pen has some jitter when doing slow diagonal lines - although this didn't seem to affect sketching or drawing.
The laptop only has two Thunderbolt 4 ports, which may not be enough for heavy users.
The headphone jack is a nano SIM card slot if you go with the 4G or 5G options - limiting its use as an audio-only device.
The color gamut of the base IPS display isn't suitable for professional content creators.
The laptop's size and weight may make it difficult to carry in large quantities, despite being compact.
The price of the HP Dragonfly Folio is not explicitly mentioned, which may be a drawback for some users.

Dell 16 Plus

Strengths

Dell has rebranded this convertible from the Inspire lineup to the Plus series, signaling a shift toward premium design and performance.
The Core Ultra 5 to the high-end Core Ultra 9 processor options are a major upgrade.
The display is stunning, with a choice between a 16-in FHD Plus IPS at 60 Hz or a jaw-dropping QHD plus mini with a 90 Hz refresh rate.
The QHD plus mini display is vibrant, hitting 100% SER, 92% ad, and 100% DCIP3, perfect for creative pros.
Performance is strong, handling heavy multitasking, light creative workloads, and even video encoding with ease.
It's built for productivity, scoring high in Cinebench R24 and Geekbench 6.
The design looks sharp with its aluminum chassis, available in ice blue or midnight blue (which is basically black).
Students will dig the two-in-one flexibility and pen support for notes or sketches.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

HP Dragonfly Folio

The HP Dragonfly Folio G3 is a sleek and versatile laptop designed for everyday business use. With its 3x2 aspect ratio display, Wacom AES pen support, and magnetically-attaching keyboard, this device checks all the right boxes for those who need a reliable and portable workhorse. But how does it perform in terms of performance, battery life, and overall user experience? Let's dive in to find out.

Dell 16 Plus

The Dell 16 Plus is a powerhouse convertible laptop that's shaking up the market with its premium build and impressive specs. Boasting Intel Core Ultra series processors, up to 32GB of RAM, and a massive 2TB SSD, this device is tailored for productivity and creative work. The real showstopper, however, is the stunning QHD+ miniLED display, perfect for color-critical tasks like photo editing. But can it deliver on performance and battery life? Let's dive in and find out.

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