Dell confirms new XPS 13 notebooks will have Intel 'Kaby Lake' CPUs, up to 22 hours of battery life

Dell has confirmed plans to release revamped versions of its popular XPS 13 notebook. The new models will have Intel's 7th generation "Kaby Lake" processors and a new battery that can last up to 22 hours.

Some details of Dell's new XPS 13 notebooks leaked out a few days ago. Now the company has officially announced details of the revamped laptop. Some of the new versions will come in a new Rose Gold color in two different models:

  • Intel 7th Generation Core i5; 8GB memory; 256GB SSD; 13.3-inch FHD
  • Intel 7th Generation Core i7; 8GB memory; 256GB SSD; 13.3-inch QHD+ with Touch

Here are some of the other details for the new XPS 13:

  • New larger 60WHr battery delivering longer battery life, up to 22 hours on FHD and up to 13 hours on QHD+
  • New Killer 1535 Wireless-AC technology for strong and reliable WiFi connection
  • Dell's exclusive virtually borderless and premium Full HD or UltraSharp QHD+ InfinityEdge display
  • Stunning 13.3-inch screen in an 11-inch frame
  • Smallest 13-inch notebook on the planet and 17 percent smaller than the comparable MacBook Air 13-inch. Starting at 2.7lb and measuring a super slim 9-15mm
  • Constructed with machined aluminum, carbon fiber and Corning Gorilla Glass for incredible durability and stunning design
  • Developer Edition also available, featuring Ubuntu 16.04 LTS

The Dell XPS 13 will go on sale on October 4 with prices starting at $799.

John Callaham