Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3vsDell XPS 13 Plus 9320

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 struggles with demanding tasks due to poor thermal management and throttling issues.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 boasts a sturdy solid metal chassis for premium quality build.
The display of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 boasts crisp visuals and vibrant colors.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 features a robust keyboard and a 13th-gen Intel Core i7 processor.
Dell
Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
XPS 13 Plus 9320

Quick Stats

The Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320 delivers impressive performance for its price, but throttles under heavy workloads.
The key takeaway about the Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320's build quality is its premium and sturdy feel overall.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320 boasts an impressive display with vibrant and accurate color representation.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320 features an integrated trackpad and touch-sensitive top row of keys seamlessly.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
#59
Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
Winner
#56
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
#342
Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
#292
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
#85
Winner
Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
#208
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
#563
Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
#306
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
#53
Winner
Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
#180
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
#86
Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
#45
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3
Dell Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320
up to 16GB
up to 32GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1370P
Intel Core i7-1360P
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
N/A
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3

Strengths

The laptop is very well built and extremely lightweight, making it perfect for portability.
For basic tasks such as Microsoft Office, it performs quite well.
It's ideal for corporate executives who need a reliable laptop for everyday tasks without any gaming or video editing requirements.
The speakers sound pretty good for its size and are nice and clear and crisp.
Linux installation was smooth and everything was detected properly.
Battery life is estimated to be around 8 hours for basic tasks, making it a great option for long trips or meetings.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320

Strengths

The integrated track pad with the palm rest has been a very successful experiment.
Great for office productivity work and burst speed applications
Nice and light, perfect for travel
Good performance for light gaming
Slim design makes it look pretty nice

Weaknesses

Touch sensitive keys could be improved with physical keys like escape and delete
Throttling occurs during heavy gaming due to thin chassis
Not ideal for data science or long sustained work
Performance could be better with more powerful processor
Some users may find the touch bar at top not intuitive
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 is a sleek and portable laptop designed for corporate executives who value convenience over raw performance. Weighing in at just 2.2 pounds, this ultrabook is perfect for frequent travelers or those who need to stay productive on-the-go. With its impressive battery life, quiet fan, and robust feature set, the X1 Nano Gen 3 is a compelling choice for professionals seeking a reliable and efficient work companion.

Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320

The Dell XPS 13 Plus 9320 is a sleek and powerful ultrabook that boasts impressive performance capabilities. Its i7 1260P processor, paired with 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, makes it well-suited for demanding tasks such as video editing and gaming. However, its thin chassis also means it can throttle when pushed to its limits, making it better suited for burst-speed applications like office productivity work. A unique integrated trackpad and touch-sensitive keys add to its sleek design, but some may find the lack of physical escape and delete keys a drawback.

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