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Dell's New XPS 13 Is a MacBook Neo Rival that Costs $599 and Retains Premium Features
Dell says the redesigned model keeps premium features, including a CNC aluminum chassis and Wi‑Fi 7, while starting at $599 for students.
- On Monday, Dell announced the new XPS 13 at Computex 2026 in Taiwan, positioning the laptop to challenge Apple's MacBook Neo with a $599 student price and premium CNC aluminum build.
- Dell revived its iconic ultraportable line using Intel's new "Wildcat Lake" Series 3 chips after briefly discontinuing the XPS brand last year, trading raw power for affordability.
- Featuring a 2.5K touchscreen with a 120Hz variable refresh rate and weighing 2.2 pounds, the device includes Wi-Fi 7, surpassing the MacBook Neo's display and connectivity specifications.
- While the XPS 13 lacks the Neo's fanless design, it compensates with a fully backlit keyboard and higher-resolution display, offering a traditional Windows-based experience for budget-conscious users.
- Launching later this month in "Sky" and "Storm" finishes, the series will expand later this summer to include higher-end models equipped with Intel's flagship "Panther Lake" Core Ultra Series 3 chips.
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Dell XPS 13 to Battle Apple's MacBook Neo for Budget Supremacy at $699
Despite the XPS brand's premium roots, Dell has transformed the 13-incher into an entry-level option to challenge the MacBook Neo. It's pricier, but the XPS 13 has some advantages over Apple's laptop for well less than $1,000.
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