The built-in webcams on the XPS 14 and 16 laptops are surprisingly good, outperforming many others I’ve tested this year. Dell offers various configurations for these models, but I advise against purchasing the base model due to its low-resolution screen. The screen on the base model has a low pixels per inch (PPI) ratio, making it not worth the high price tag. Instead, I recommend opting for the models with the 3200 x 2000 OLED screens, which come at a higher price but offer a stunning display.
The base price for the recommended configurations is $2,000 for the XPS 14 and $2,200 for the XPS 16, which include 16 gigabytes of RAM, no dedicated graphics, and a 512 GB SSD. Upgrading to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 will increase the price of the 14-inch model to $2,400, but the performance may not meet expectations for demanding tasks like video editing.
In testing, I found that the XPS 14 with the RTX 4050 graphics underperformed compared to other laptops with the same chip. Dell limits the power to the graphics card to reduce heat and extend battery life, resulting in lower performance. While the laptops are efficient for everyday tasks, they may not be suitable for intensive video editing work.
