Design: Luxuriously svelte<\/h3>\nDell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, From across the room, you could be forgiven for mistaking the XPS 13 2-in-1 for the regular model. And that\u2019s a good thing. You still get a sturdy machined-aluminum cover and bottom with a soft, carbon-fiber deck on the inside, which not only stays cool to the touch but makes typing comfy. But Dell added two steel hinges wrapped in aluminum while slimming down the design. I do wish the lid were easier to open, though; there\u2019s no lip on the front.<\/p>\n
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This 2-in-1 measures just 0.32 to 0.54 inches thick, compared to 0.33 to 0.6 inches for the more traditional XPS 13. I appreciated the difference on a tabletop, and even more when I held both systems.<\/p>\n
\nIt made a big difference that its footprint was smaller than competing convertibles\u2019, as I didn\u2019t have to worry about someone reclining too far.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
The reduced thickness comes in handy when you\u2019re using the XPS 13 2-in-1 in tablet mode. In comparison, the Lenovo Yoga 910<\/strong> is 0.56 inches thick and the HP Spectre x360<\/strong> is 0.54 inches thick, but the Acer Spin\u2019s<\/strong> thickness is only 0.4 inches.<\/p>\n![\"Dell](\"https:\/\/cdn.laptopmag.com\/images\/uploads\/ppress\/45294\/dell-xps-13-2-in-1-w-g05.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
The XPS 13 2-in-1 is quite light, weighing 2.7 pounds. That\u2019s less than the touch version of the regular XPS 13 (2.9 pounds) and lighter than the HP Spectre x360 (2.8 pounds) and the Lenovo Yoga 910 (3.04 pounds). The biggest difference between this convertible XPS 13 and the HP and Lenovo models is how much smaller its footprint is from front to back. Those extra couple of inches made a big difference during my bus commute home, as I didn\u2019t have to worry about the person sitting in front of me reclining too far.<\/p>\n
To get this 2-in-1 so thin and light, Dell had to make some trade-offs. You won\u2019t find a full-size USB port or an SD card slot, but you will find a Thunderbolt 3 port, a USB Type-C port and a microSD card slot. Fortunately, Dell is also including a USB-C to USB-A adapter, which will make it easier to connect phones and other devices; Apple doesn\u2019t do that with its MacBook or MacBook Pro.<\/p>\n
For now, the XPS 13 2-in-1 is available in silver, but I\u2019m hoping for a rose-gold option and other colors soon.<\/p>\n
Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nCPU<\/th>\n 1.2-GHz Core i5-7Y54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nOperating System<\/th>\n Windows 10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRAM<\/th>\n 8GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRAM Upgradable to<\/th>\n 16GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nHard Drive Size<\/th>\n 256GB SSD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\nDisplay: Gorgeous picture, multiple modes<\/h3>\nIf you like captivating images, the XPS 13 2-in-1 will not disappoint you. This convertible\u2019s InfinityEdge display has barely-there bezels that measure just 0.2 inches, making it seem as though the panel were floating above the keyboard. It also allows Dell to cram a 13-inch, full-HD screen into a design that\u2019s as compact as an 11-inch laptop.<\/p>\n
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The standard 1920 x 1080 touch screen was plenty sharp and colorful for my taste. A quad-HD (3200 x 1800) screen is also available.<\/p>\n
\nI really appreciated being able to binge watch Netflix with the InfinityEdge screen in stand mode while I did stuff around the house.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
When watching the trailer for Logan on this 2-in-1, I could see every scar on Wolverine\u2019s battle-worn back, and a toppled, rusted water tower resting on sand was a somber mix of orange, red and brown.<\/p>\n
In our lab tests, the XPS 13 2-in-1\u2019s panel reproduced an impressive 107.2 percent of the sRGB color gamut. The Acer Spin 7 and the HP Spectre x360 scored a bit lower, at 102 percent and 101.7 percent, respectively, while the Lenovo Yoga 910\u2019s screen mustered 98 percent. I do wish the colors were more accurate, however; the XPS 13 2-in-1\u2019s panel notched a Delta-E score of 6.08, which is much higher than the ideal score of 0.<\/p>\n
The screen on Dell\u2019s convertible is pretty bright: It registered 314 nits, which is in between the Lenovo and the HP.<\/p>\n
Thanks to its hinged design, the XPS 13 2-in-1 supports multiple modes, including laptop, tablet, tent and stand. I really appreciated being able to binge watch Netflix with the InfinityEdge screen in stand mode while I did stuff around the house.<\/p>\n
Keyboard and Touchpad: Comfy and responsive<\/h3>\nOn this hybrid, Dell maintained the 1.3 millimeters of key travel from the regular XPS 13. The result is a cushy typing experience, especially compared to the feel of my MacBook\u2019s flat layout. I typed quickly and accurately as I wrote this review, and I easily reached 71 words per minute on the 10fastfingers.com typing test, which is slightly above my 65- to 70-wpm average.<\/p>\n
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The XPS 13 2-in-1 also incorporates some layout changes based on user feedback. The Home and End keys now have dedicated keys in the top-right corner, and there are also dedicated PgUp and PgDown keys. All four of these keys were formerly integrated into the arrow buttons as function keys.<\/p>\n
Dell\u2019s Precision Touchpad mostly lived up to its name in my testing. I executed gestures with ease, such as sliding three fingers up to show open apps, and pinching to zoom (although the Edge browser was much smoother than Chrome). I had no problems navigating the desktop and selecting text. But sometimes, on the first unit we tested, the cursor wouldn\u2019t move right away. A second unit didn\u2019t exhibit this issue.<\/p>\n
Optional Active Pen: Works well, but no holster<\/h3>\nIf you want to take full advantage of the inking features in Windows 10 and the ability to sketch and draw, you can buy Dell\u2019s $49 Active Pen PN556W and use it with the XPS 13 2-in-1.<\/p>\n
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It provides 2,048 levels of sensitivity, and there\u2019s built-in palm rejection so your hand won\u2019t make any accidental marks on your digital canvas. The stylus, which has been on the market for a year and works with other laptops, also has a rear button that can launch the Windows Start menu, Windows Ink or any other apps you choose with a single or double click.<\/p>\n
MORE: The Best Pen for Your Tablet<\/strong><\/p>\nDrawing with the PN556W felt extremely natural, with feedback that was similar to pressing a ballpoint pen onto paper. As I sketched in the Bamboo Paper app, lines appeared thicker the harder I pushed the tip of the pen against the screen.<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, there\u2019s no place to put this pen when it\u2019s not in use, so you\u2019ll have to carry it separately. It would have been nice to attach it magnetically to the side of the screen.<\/p>\n
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Audio: Solid<\/h3>\nThe XPS 13 2-in-1 packs a sonic punch for such a compact system. When I played George Michael\u2019s \u201cFreedom! \u201990\u201d through the two 1-watt speakers (under the keyboard), his defiant vocals sounded clear even at max volume, and every high-hat hit was crisp. I liked that I could tweak the bass, detail and width via the Waves MaxxAudio Pro app.<\/p>\n
Fingerprint Reader and Webcam: Facial recognition later<\/h3>\nI\u2019m not a fan of entering passwords to log in to my system, so I\u2019m glad that Dell added a fingerprint reader to the XPS 13 2-in-1. After the initial setup, which took just a little over a minute, I could log in via Windows Hello just by placing my finger on the sensor \u2014 no swiping required.<\/p>\n
It took a bit longer to log in from a cold boot than I\u2019d like (a few seconds), but logging in when resuming from sleep was almost instant. I also could use the fingerprint reader to purchase and download items in the Windows Store.<\/p>\n
\nThe 720p webcam is still underneath the display, but you can flip around the design so that the camera is on top during Skype calls.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Eventually, you\u2019ll be able to just stare at this convertible to log in, because there\u2019s an infrared camera next to the regular webcam. However, Dell says this feature won\u2019t be enabled until a future update of Windows 10. So it\u2019s vestigial for now.<\/p>\n
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The bad news is that the regular 720p webcam is still underneath the display, which results in unflattering shots of your chin during Skype calls. The good news is that it\u2019s now centered instead of being off to the left.<\/p>\n
Plus, if you flip the display around and place the system in tent mode, you can video chat with the camera on top, though you\u2019ll lose access to the keyboard. I generally found that the images I captured were fuzzy, though the colors in my checkered shirt looked accurate.<\/p>\n
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Performance: Boost when you need it, but not the best<\/h3>\nDon\u2019t dismiss the XPS 13 2-in-1 as a slow poke, because it has an Intel Y Series processor (formerly known as Core M). Dell found a way to scale up the performance on the fly while keeping the temperatures fairly cool. Using a new feature that Dell developed, called Dynamic Power Mode, this system can deliver short bursts of power. It\u2019s not as fast as the U Series chips found inside other convertibles, but overall, this Dell was snappier than we were expecting.\u00a0You can learn more about how Dell implemented its Dynamic Power Mode in our\u00a0making of the XPS 13 2-in-1\u00a0article.<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\nDell XPS 13 2-in-1<\/span> from $979.00<\/span> Visit Site <\/span>from Dell Home<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWe tested a configuration with a 1.2-GHz Core i5-7Y54 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB PCIe solid-state drive. During my testing, I used the XPS 13 2-in-1 as my everyday machine for more than a week, and it ably handled my typical workload, which includes bouncing between Chrome with more than a dozen tabs open, managing multiple conversations in HipChat and streaming tunes on Spotify.<\/p>\n
On Geekbench 4, which measures overall performance, the Dell scored 6,498. That\u2019s better than the Acer Spin 7\u2019s mark of 5,777 (1.3-GHz Intel Core i7-7Y75 mobile CPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD) and the latest 12-inch MacBook\u2019s 5,258 (1.2-GHz Core m5, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD). However, two 2-in-1s with a higher-power Core i7 U Series chip \u2014 the HP Spectre x360 and the Lenovo Yoga 910 \u2014 surpassed 8,000.<\/p>\n
It took the Dell 4 minutes and 14 seconds to match 20,000 names and addresses in OpenOffice, which is faster than the Acer\u2019s 4:36 but nowhere near as quick as the MacBook\u2019s 3:11, the HP\u2019s 3:34 or the Lenovo\u2019s 3:33.<\/p>\n
The Dell\u2019s PCIe SSD averaged a transfer rate of 187 MBps, which beats the ultraportable category average (176.9 MBps) and the Acer Spin 7 (124.1 MBps). But again, the Yoga 910 and the Spectre x360 turned in speedier scores of 195.7 MBps and 318.1 MBps, respectively.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t expect to play anything other than casual games on this machine. The XPS 13 2-in-1 couldn\u2019t muster playable frame rates on the Dirt 3 game, averaging 21.2 frames per second. The Acer Spin 7 mustered 32 fps, while the Spectre x360 (40 fps) and the Yoga 910 (50 fps) scored considerably higher.<\/p>\n
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Battery Life: Above average<\/h3>\nDell packed a 46-watt-hour battery inside the XPS 13 2-in-1, which is significantly smaller than the 60-watt-hour battery in the regular (and thicker) XPS 13. On the Laptop Mag Battery Test, which involves continuous web surfing over Wi-Fi, this convertible lasted a solid but not spectacular 8 hours and 27 minutes. That smokes the Acer Spin 7\u2019s mark of 6:53 and beats the ultraportable average of 8:04, but it\u2019s about an hour behind the 12-inch MacBook\u2019s 9:38.<\/p>\n
MORE: Laptops with the Longest Battery Life<\/strong><\/p>\nIf you\u2019re willing to carry around a larger chassis and you need longer battery life, you might want to consider the HP Spectre x360 (10:06) and the Yoga 910 (10:36), both of which provide more staying power.<\/p>\n
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Heat: Going fanless<\/h3>\nDespite not having a fan, the XPS 13 2-in-1 felt fairly cool in our testing, at least on top. After the 2-in-1 streamed video on Hulu for 15 minutes, the touchpad registered 84 degrees, and the area between the G and H keys hit 88 degrees. The bottom of the system rose to a somewhat toasty 99 degrees. We consider anything above 95 degrees to be uncomfortable, but the system didn\u2019t feel too hot on my lap.<\/p>\n
Configuration Options: Don\u2019t settle for the starting option<\/h3>\nThe Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 starts at $999 for a full-HD touch screen, Core i5-7Y54 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD.<\/p>\n
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However, we would step up to the $1,199 configuration we tested, which gives you 8GB of RAM and a roomier 256GB SSD. The $1,299 model has a faster Core i7-7Y75 CPU.<\/p>\n
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Software: Refreshingly light<\/h3>\nDell keeps the bloatware to a minimum on the XPS 13 2-in-1. In addition to Dell\u2019s Help and Support apps, you\u2019ll find McAfee LiveSafe for security, Dropbox and Office 2016 (you have to activate it) and Baamboo Player, a digital notebook that\u2019s good to use with the optional Active Pen.<\/p>\n
\nThe 8.5 hours of battery life beats the ultraportable average, but other 2-in-1s get over 10 hours.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
You\u2019ll also find a handful of software titles that are managed by Windows 10. In my case, I saw Candy Crush Soda Saga and Groove Music, in addition to Microsoft\u2019s Solitaire Collection.<\/p>\n
Bottom Line<\/h3>\nDell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, After my everyday use with the XPS 13 2-in-1, I can say with confidence that it\u2019s a very capable 2-in-1 that I could see myself using daily. I love that this convertible\u2019s compact design takes up very little room in my lap (and bag) when I\u2019m commuting.<\/p>\n
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In addition, the performance from the Y Series CPU is good enough for my harried multitasking, thanks to Dell\u2019s Dynamic Power Mode. Another plus is the comfortable and fast keyboard. The practically borderless screen is bright and colorful, too, though the hues could be more accurate.<\/p>\n
My main complaint with the XPS 13 2-in-1 is its battery life. Although 8.5 hours is above average, you can get more than 10 hours from the HP Spectre x360<\/strong> and the Lenovo Yoga 910<\/strong>, both of which also offer more powerful U series processors but are slightly heavier. Overall, though, the XPS 13 2-in-1\u2019s combination of portability, power and comfort make it one of the best convertibles you can buy.<\/p>\n\n\n- \n
Pros \/<\/h2>\nMost compact 2-in-1 with 13-inch screen; Comfortable keyboard; Vibrant InfinityEdge display; Impressive audio; Dynamic Power Mode boosts speed when you need it<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Cons \/<\/h2>\nBattery life isn\u2019t as long as on other 2-in-1s; Camera is still beneath the display; Intel Core U machines are faster<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Verdict \/<\/h2>\nThe XPS 13 2-in-1 combines portability, comfort and plenty of power in a sleek, fanless design, but we wish the battery lasted longer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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This 2-in-1 measures just 0.32 to 0.54 inches thick, compared to 0.33 to 0.6 inches for the more traditional XPS 13. I appreciated the difference on a tabletop, and even more when I held both systems.<\/p>\n
It made a big difference that its footprint was smaller than competing convertibles\u2019, as I didn\u2019t have to worry about someone reclining too far.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
The reduced thickness comes in handy when you\u2019re using the XPS 13 2-in-1 in tablet mode. In comparison, the Lenovo Yoga 910<\/strong> is 0.56 inches thick and the HP Spectre x360<\/strong> is 0.54 inches thick, but the Acer Spin\u2019s<\/strong> thickness is only 0.4 inches.<\/p>\n To get this 2-in-1 so thin and light, Dell had to make some trade-offs. You won\u2019t find a full-size USB port or an SD card slot, but you will find a Thunderbolt 3 port, a USB Type-C port and a microSD card slot. Fortunately, Dell is also including a USB-C to USB-A adapter, which will make it easier to connect phones and other devices; Apple doesn\u2019t do that with its MacBook or MacBook Pro.<\/p>\n For now, the XPS 13 2-in-1 is available in silver, but I\u2019m hoping for a rose-gold option and other colors soon.<\/p>\n If you like captivating images, the XPS 13 2-in-1 will not disappoint you. This convertible\u2019s InfinityEdge display has barely-there bezels that measure just 0.2 inches, making it seem as though the panel were floating above the keyboard. It also allows Dell to cram a 13-inch, full-HD screen into a design that\u2019s as compact as an 11-inch laptop.<\/p>\n I really appreciated being able to binge watch Netflix with the InfinityEdge screen in stand mode while I did stuff around the house.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n When watching the trailer for Logan on this 2-in-1, I could see every scar on Wolverine\u2019s battle-worn back, and a toppled, rusted water tower resting on sand was a somber mix of orange, red and brown.<\/p>\n In our lab tests, the XPS 13 2-in-1\u2019s panel reproduced an impressive 107.2 percent of the sRGB color gamut. The Acer Spin 7 and the HP Spectre x360 scored a bit lower, at 102 percent and 101.7 percent, respectively, while the Lenovo Yoga 910\u2019s screen mustered 98 percent. I do wish the colors were more accurate, however; the XPS 13 2-in-1\u2019s panel notched a Delta-E score of 6.08, which is much higher than the ideal score of 0.<\/p>\n The screen on Dell\u2019s convertible is pretty bright: It registered 314 nits, which is in between the Lenovo and the HP.<\/p>\n Thanks to its hinged design, the XPS 13 2-in-1 supports multiple modes, including laptop, tablet, tent and stand. I really appreciated being able to binge watch Netflix with the InfinityEdge screen in stand mode while I did stuff around the house.<\/p>\n On this hybrid, Dell maintained the 1.3 millimeters of key travel from the regular XPS 13. The result is a cushy typing experience, especially compared to the feel of my MacBook\u2019s flat layout. I typed quickly and accurately as I wrote this review, and I easily reached 71 words per minute on the 10fastfingers.com typing test, which is slightly above my 65- to 70-wpm average.<\/p>\n Dell\u2019s Precision Touchpad mostly lived up to its name in my testing. I executed gestures with ease, such as sliding three fingers up to show open apps, and pinching to zoom (although the Edge browser was much smoother than Chrome). I had no problems navigating the desktop and selecting text. But sometimes, on the first unit we tested, the cursor wouldn\u2019t move right away. A second unit didn\u2019t exhibit this issue.<\/p>\n If you want to take full advantage of the inking features in Windows 10 and the ability to sketch and draw, you can buy Dell\u2019s $49 Active Pen PN556W and use it with the XPS 13 2-in-1.<\/p>\n MORE: The Best Pen for Your Tablet<\/strong><\/p>\n Drawing with the PN556W felt extremely natural, with feedback that was similar to pressing a ballpoint pen onto paper. As I sketched in the Bamboo Paper app, lines appeared thicker the harder I pushed the tip of the pen against the screen.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, there\u2019s no place to put this pen when it\u2019s not in use, so you\u2019ll have to carry it separately. It would have been nice to attach it magnetically to the side of the screen.<\/p>\n The XPS 13 2-in-1 packs a sonic punch for such a compact system. When I played George Michael\u2019s \u201cFreedom! \u201990\u201d through the two 1-watt speakers (under the keyboard), his defiant vocals sounded clear even at max volume, and every high-hat hit was crisp. I liked that I could tweak the bass, detail and width via the Waves MaxxAudio Pro app.<\/p>\n I\u2019m not a fan of entering passwords to log in to my system, so I\u2019m glad that Dell added a fingerprint reader to the XPS 13 2-in-1. After the initial setup, which took just a little over a minute, I could log in via Windows Hello just by placing my finger on the sensor \u2014 no swiping required.<\/p>\n It took a bit longer to log in from a cold boot than I\u2019d like (a few seconds), but logging in when resuming from sleep was almost instant. I also could use the fingerprint reader to purchase and download items in the Windows Store.<\/p>\n The 720p webcam is still underneath the display, but you can flip around the design so that the camera is on top during Skype calls.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Eventually, you\u2019ll be able to just stare at this convertible to log in, because there\u2019s an infrared camera next to the regular webcam. However, Dell says this feature won\u2019t be enabled until a future update of Windows 10. So it\u2019s vestigial for now.<\/p>\n Plus, if you flip the display around and place the system in tent mode, you can video chat with the camera on top, though you\u2019ll lose access to the keyboard. I generally found that the images I captured were fuzzy, though the colors in my checkered shirt looked accurate.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t dismiss the XPS 13 2-in-1 as a slow poke, because it has an Intel Y Series processor (formerly known as Core M). Dell found a way to scale up the performance on the fly while keeping the temperatures fairly cool. Using a new feature that Dell developed, called Dynamic Power Mode, this system can deliver short bursts of power. It\u2019s not as fast as the U Series chips found inside other convertibles, but overall, this Dell was snappier than we were expecting.\u00a0You can learn more about how Dell implemented its Dynamic Power Mode in our\u00a0making of the XPS 13 2-in-1\u00a0article.<\/p>\n Dell XPS 13 2-in-1<\/span> from $979.00<\/span> Visit Site <\/span>from Dell Home<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n We tested a configuration with a 1.2-GHz Core i5-7Y54 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB PCIe solid-state drive. During my testing, I used the XPS 13 2-in-1 as my everyday machine for more than a week, and it ably handled my typical workload, which includes bouncing between Chrome with more than a dozen tabs open, managing multiple conversations in HipChat and streaming tunes on Spotify.<\/p>\n On Geekbench 4, which measures overall performance, the Dell scored 6,498. That\u2019s better than the Acer Spin 7\u2019s mark of 5,777 (1.3-GHz Intel Core i7-7Y75 mobile CPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD) and the latest 12-inch MacBook\u2019s 5,258 (1.2-GHz Core m5, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD). However, two 2-in-1s with a higher-power Core i7 U Series chip \u2014 the HP Spectre x360 and the Lenovo Yoga 910 \u2014 surpassed 8,000.<\/p>\n It took the Dell 4 minutes and 14 seconds to match 20,000 names and addresses in OpenOffice, which is faster than the Acer\u2019s 4:36 but nowhere near as quick as the MacBook\u2019s 3:11, the HP\u2019s 3:34 or the Lenovo\u2019s 3:33.<\/p>\n The Dell\u2019s PCIe SSD averaged a transfer rate of 187 MBps, which beats the ultraportable category average (176.9 MBps) and the Acer Spin 7 (124.1 MBps). But again, the Yoga 910 and the Spectre x360 turned in speedier scores of 195.7 MBps and 318.1 MBps, respectively.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t expect to play anything other than casual games on this machine. The XPS 13 2-in-1 couldn\u2019t muster playable frame rates on the Dirt 3 game, averaging 21.2 frames per second. The Acer Spin 7 mustered 32 fps, while the Spectre x360 (40 fps) and the Yoga 910 (50 fps) scored considerably higher.<\/p>\n Dell packed a 46-watt-hour battery inside the XPS 13 2-in-1, which is significantly smaller than the 60-watt-hour battery in the regular (and thicker) XPS 13. On the Laptop Mag Battery Test, which involves continuous web surfing over Wi-Fi, this convertible lasted a solid but not spectacular 8 hours and 27 minutes. That smokes the Acer Spin 7\u2019s mark of 6:53 and beats the ultraportable average of 8:04, but it\u2019s about an hour behind the 12-inch MacBook\u2019s 9:38.<\/p>\n MORE: Laptops with the Longest Battery Life<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019re willing to carry around a larger chassis and you need longer battery life, you might want to consider the HP Spectre x360 (10:06) and the Yoga 910 (10:36), both of which provide more staying power.<\/p>\n Despite not having a fan, the XPS 13 2-in-1 felt fairly cool in our testing, at least on top. After the 2-in-1 streamed video on Hulu for 15 minutes, the touchpad registered 84 degrees, and the area between the G and H keys hit 88 degrees. The bottom of the system rose to a somewhat toasty 99 degrees. We consider anything above 95 degrees to be uncomfortable, but the system didn\u2019t feel too hot on my lap.<\/p>\n The Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 starts at $999 for a full-HD touch screen, Core i5-7Y54 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD.<\/p>\n However, we would step up to the $1,199 configuration we tested, which gives you 8GB of RAM and a roomier 256GB SSD. The $1,299 model has a faster Core i7-7Y75 CPU.<\/p>\n Dell keeps the bloatware to a minimum on the XPS 13 2-in-1. In addition to Dell\u2019s Help and Support apps, you\u2019ll find McAfee LiveSafe for security, Dropbox and Office 2016 (you have to activate it) and Baamboo Player, a digital notebook that\u2019s good to use with the optional Active Pen.<\/p>\n The 8.5 hours of battery life beats the ultraportable average, but other 2-in-1s get over 10 hours.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n You\u2019ll also find a handful of software titles that are managed by Windows 10. In my case, I saw Candy Crush Soda Saga and Groove Music, in addition to Microsoft\u2019s Solitaire Collection.<\/p>\n Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, After my everyday use with the XPS 13 2-in-1, I can say with confidence that it\u2019s a very capable 2-in-1 that I could see myself using daily. I love that this convertible\u2019s compact design takes up very little room in my lap (and bag) when I\u2019m commuting.<\/p>\n My main complaint with the XPS 13 2-in-1 is its battery life. Although 8.5 hours is above average, you can get more than 10 hours from the HP Spectre x360<\/strong> and the Lenovo Yoga 910<\/strong>, both of which also offer more powerful U series processors but are slightly heavier. Overall, though, the XPS 13 2-in-1\u2019s combination of portability, power and comfort make it one of the best convertibles you can buy.<\/p>\n Most compact 2-in-1 with 13-inch screen; Comfortable keyboard; Vibrant InfinityEdge display; Impressive audio; Dynamic Power Mode boosts speed when you need it<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Battery life isn\u2019t as long as on other 2-in-1s; Camera is still beneath the display; Intel Core U machines are faster<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The XPS 13 2-in-1 combines portability, comfort and plenty of power in a sleek, fanless design, but we wish the battery lasted longer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Design: Luxuriously svelte Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, From across the room, you could be forgiven for mistaking the XPS 13 2-in-1 for the regular model. And that\u2019s a good thing. 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The XPS 13 2-in-1 is quite light, weighing 2.7 pounds. That\u2019s less than the touch version of the regular XPS 13 (2.9 pounds) and lighter than the HP Spectre x360 (2.8 pounds) and the Lenovo Yoga 910 (3.04 pounds). The biggest difference between this convertible XPS 13 and the HP and Lenovo models is how much smaller its footprint is from front to back. Those extra couple of inches made a big difference during my bus commute home, as I didn\u2019t have to worry about the person sitting in front of me reclining too far.<\/p>\nSpecs<\/h3>\n
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\n CPU<\/th>\n 1.2-GHz Core i5-7Y54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Operating System<\/th>\n Windows 10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n RAM<\/th>\n 8GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n RAM Upgradable to<\/th>\n 16GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Hard Drive Size<\/th>\n 256GB SSD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n Display: Gorgeous picture, multiple modes<\/h3>\n
The standard 1920 x 1080 touch screen was plenty sharp and colorful for my taste. A quad-HD (3200 x 1800) screen is also available.<\/p>\n\n
Keyboard and Touchpad: Comfy and responsive<\/h3>\n
The XPS 13 2-in-1 also incorporates some layout changes based on user feedback. The Home and End keys now have dedicated keys in the top-right corner, and there are also dedicated PgUp and PgDown keys. All four of these keys were formerly integrated into the arrow buttons as function keys.<\/p>\nOptional Active Pen: Works well, but no holster<\/h3>\n
It provides 2,048 levels of sensitivity, and there\u2019s built-in palm rejection so your hand won\u2019t make any accidental marks on your digital canvas. The stylus, which has been on the market for a year and works with other laptops, also has a rear button that can launch the Windows Start menu, Windows Ink or any other apps you choose with a single or double click.<\/p>\nDell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Audio: Solid<\/h3>\n
Fingerprint Reader and Webcam: Facial recognition later<\/h3>\n
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The bad news is that the regular 720p webcam is still underneath the display, which results in unflattering shots of your chin during Skype calls. The good news is that it\u2019s now centered instead of being off to the left.<\/p>\nDell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Performance: Boost when you need it, but not the best<\/h3>\n
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Battery Life: Above average<\/h3>\n
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Heat: Going fanless<\/h3>\n
Configuration Options: Don\u2019t settle for the starting option<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\nDell XPS 13 2-in-1 Review, Software: Refreshingly light<\/h3>\n
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Bottom Line<\/h3>\n
In addition, the performance from the Y Series CPU is good enough for my harried multitasking, thanks to Dell\u2019s Dynamic Power Mode. Another plus is the comfortable and fast keyboard. The practically borderless screen is bright and colorful, too, though the hues could be more accurate.<\/p>\n\n
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