Dell
Dell XPS 15 9500
A entry-level laptop for everyday users and creators, leading with 15.6 in.
38/100
15.6 inCore i7-10750HNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti8 GB512 GBIPS
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Why we rate it
- Backlit keyboard
- Fingerprint reader
- Above-average cpu max clock
- Above-average battery capacity
- Below-average peak brightness
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Dell XPS 15 9500 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size15.6 "
Panel typeIPS
Resolution1920
Aspect ratio16
Peak brightness500 nits
Design and build
Weight2.05 kg
Performance
CPUCore i7-10750H
CPU cores6
CPU threads12
CPU max clock5 GHz
GPUNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti
GPU VRAM4 GB
Memory and storage
RAM8 GB
RAM typeDDR4
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD
Battery
Battery capacity86
Ports
ThunderboltThunderbolt 3
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes
Audio and webcam
SpeakersQuad speaker with Waves Nx audio
Software
Operating systemWindows 10
More specs
TouchpadYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowDell XPS 15 9500 vs HP HP OmniBook X Flip 14
Dell XPS 15 9500HP OmniBook X Flip 14
| DellDell XPS 15 9500This page | HPHP OmniBook X Flip 14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38 /100 | 42 /100Better |
| Size | 15.6 " | 14 " |
| Weight | 2.05 kg | 1.38 kgBetter |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GBBetter |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1000 GBBetter |
| CPU | Core i7-10750H | Intel Core Ultra Processor |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti | — |
Who it's for
Is the Dell XPS 15 9500 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Dell XPS 15 9500 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 38/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Dell XPS 15 9500?
Its backlit keyboard stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the LG gram Pro 16Z90TP?
The LG gram Pro 16Z90TP scores 39/100 versus this one at 38/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
