HP Elite Dragonfly MaxvsDell XPS 15 9500

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HP
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
Elite Dragonfly Max

Quick Stats

The HP Elite Dragonfly Max's performance falls short of expectations and is outmatched by other laptops in its class.
The HP Elite Dragonfly Max boasts a CNC magnesium aluminum body with ocean plastics incorporated into the speaker grills.
The HP Elite Dragonfly Max's display boasts average brightness and surprisingly high 811 nits with manual brightness setting.
The HP Elite Dragonfly Max features a CNC magnesium aluminum body and advanced display with Sure View privacy mode.
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 Elite Dragonfly Max
#449
Dell XPS 15 9500
Winner
#447
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#501
Winner
Dell XPS 15 9500
#687
Display
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#680
Dell XPS 15 9500
#378
Winner
Performance
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#678
Dell XPS 15 9500
#314
Winner
Build
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#35
Winner
Dell XPS 15 9500
#559
Features
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
#66
Winner
Dell XPS 15 9500
#330

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP Elite Dragonfly Max
Dell Dell XPS 15 9500
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1185G7
Intel Core i5-10300H
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
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 Elite Dragonfly Max

Strengths

The most beautiful laptop or business laptop in 2020. I still think it's one of the most beautiful laptops today.
It has a tiny 2.49 pound package with a CNC magnesium aluminum body and they're even using ocean plastics in the speaker grills to help save the environment.
One of the best keyboards I've ever typed on, it is so tactile it has such a satisfying click when you're using it
The speakers are actually quite good, you have two speakers on the bottom which are your subwoofers and you have two speakers on top
It's very portable, light, and has tons of value
Pretty good battery life, it gets 8 hours and 45 minutes

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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 Elite Dragonfly Max

The HP Elite Dragonfly Max is an upgraded version of its predecessor, boasting additional features and improved performance. Weighing in at just 2.49 pounds, this laptop remains one of the most beautiful business laptops on the market, with a CNC magnesium aluminum body and ocean-plastic speaker grills. However, with a hefty price tag comes some compromises, particularly in terms of performance and battery life.

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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