Best Dell XPS 17 Accessories 2020

Dell Ultrasharp 27 U2720q
Dell Ultrasharp 27 U2720q (Image credit: Dell)

Dell's XPS 17 is the largest XPS laptop Dell's released in a long time. It features a gorgeous display and is more powerful internals than previous generations and smaller models. Importantly for creators and people who need to use accessories, the XPS 17 has plenty of ports. Thanks to its four Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports and full-size SD card reader, you can connect the laptop to a range of accessories.

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Thanks to all of the ports on the XPS 17, you can hook up plenty of accessories to the device. If you're looking to have a desktop setup powered by the XPS 17, the first thing you'll want to grab is the Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Monitor U2720Q. It's a 27-inch monitor with excellent color accuracy and a 4K resolution.

The CalDigit TS3 Plus is also an excellent way to expand the capabilities of your XPS 17. It has a wide range of ports, including USB-A, USB-C, and Ethernet. It can also charge your laptop, so when you take it on the go after a long day, it's on a full charge.

The XPS 17 is a larger laptop, so it can be hard to find a bag for. The eBags Professional Slim bag is large enough to hold the XPS 17 alongside several accessories and other devices.

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