Laptop · Creator class

Dell XPS 15 (2025)

Rating: 5.0 Price: $699 (as tested) Tested: 10 days

Core Ultra + RTX 4060 option makes this a reliable edit/code box. The 3.5K OLED at 120Hz is the star; colors are excellent after quick calibration.

Battery: ~8–9h mixed work on OLED. Ports are TB/USB-C plus microSD; no USB-A. Fans audible on heavy renders but temps stay reasonable.

Pros

  • Great 3.5K OLED, 120Hz
  • Strong CPU/GPU for creators
  • Premium build, good haptic pad

Cons

  • Fans audible under load
  • No USB-A
  • Battery solid, not best-in-class

Should you buy it?

Yes if you want a balanced Windows creator laptop. Need best battery? MacBook Pro wins. Need more GPU? Consider a thicker gaming rig.