HP Dragonfly FoliovsDell XPS 15 9500

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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 XPS 15 9500
XPS 15 9500

Quick Stats

The Dell XPS 15 9500 delivers impressive performance with its Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti GPU.
The Dell XPS 15 9500's strongest suit is its premium build quality with a sturdy metal chassis and beautiful design.
The vibrant and accurate color representation makes the display a strong point of this laptop, overall.
The Dell XPS 15 9500 boasts an impressive array of cutting-edge features, particularly its OLED display.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP Dragonfly Folio
#450
Dell XPS 15 9500
Winner
#447
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP Dragonfly Folio
#320
Winner
Dell XPS 15 9500
#687
Display
HP Dragonfly Folio
#399
Dell XPS 15 9500
#378
Winner
Performance
HP Dragonfly Folio
#608
Dell XPS 15 9500
#314
Winner
Build
HP Dragonfly Folio
#223
Winner
Dell XPS 15 9500
#559
Features
HP Dragonfly Folio
#383
Dell XPS 15 9500
#330
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP Dragonfly Folio
Dell Dell XPS 15 9500
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel Core i5-10300H
Qualcomm Adreno 690
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti (Laptop)
N/A
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

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 XPS 15 9500

Strengths

amazing battery life
beautiful bright color accurate display
speakers
built really well, refined design

Weaknesses

known issues with trackpad
wobble issue
display issues
random BSODs and freezing
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 XPS 15 9500

The Dell XPS 15 9500 is a powerhouse of a laptop that effortlessly blends performance, battery life, and premium design. With its sleek build quality and stunning display, this machine is perfect for those who demand a portable workstation that can handle demanding tasks like video editing and software development. But does it live up to the hype? In this review, we'll delve into the XPS 15's strengths and weaknesses, and see if it deserves its coveted spot in the ultrabook hall of fame.

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