# Dell XPS 13 review: thin, light laptop but needs dongles 2026-09-27T05:31:15+00:00 | Technology | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Dell has launched the XPS 13, a 12.7mm thin laptop weighing one kilo, priced at Rs 79,990. It features a 13.4-inch 2.5K touchscreen with 30-120Hz variable refresh rate, Intel Core 5 320 processor, 8GB RAM and 512GB storage. The laptop targets students and young professionals. The review notes the aluminium build is sturdy and the display performs well outdoors thanks to 500 nits brightness and anti-reflective coating. However, it lacks a headphone jack and USB-A ports, offering only two USB Type-C ports. The keyboard has 0.8mm travel and no backlight, while the trackpad does not register clicks at the top. Performance and battery life details were not fully shared in the review. The reviewer advises potential buyers to check these aspects before purchasing. The XPS 13 competes directly with the Apple MacBook Neo. ## Indian Opinion Analysis The XPS 13's Rs 79,990 price undercuts many premium ultrabooks, but the port limitations mirror a trade-off Dell has made since 2020 when it dropped USB-A from the XPS 13. Under Intel's Evo platform guidelines, laptops this thin must meet specific power and thermal targets, which often push manufacturers to slim down ports. The missing headphone jack is a particular compromise for Indian users, where wired earphones remain common due to the low cost of Rs 300-Rs 500 models. Buyers should factor in the cost of a USB-C hub, typically Rs 1,500-Rs 3,000, and test battery life in person before buying. ## Coverage - timesnownews.com Tags: Apple MacBook Neo, Dell, Intel, XPS 13 Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/dell-xps-13-review-thin-light-laptop-but-needs-dongles/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/dell-xps-13-review-thin-light-laptop-but-needs-dongles/#story-in-brief