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Dell XPS 14 (2026) review

The best-looking and longest-lasting XPS in years, and one of the few thin Windows laptops that can also game, held back by a shallow keyboard and a high price for the OLED model.

  • Intel Core Ultra X7 358H
  • 16 GB to 64 GB LPDDR5x memory
  • 14-inch tandem OLED touch
  • 1.36 kg
  • 70 Wh battery
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82/100

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