Shortly after the Core i5 variant of Dell's new XPS 13 with QHD+ Infinity Touch Display went up for sale on the Microsoft Store in the U.S., it looks like you can get your hands on the Core i7 version as well.
This model is the highest-end configuration of the XPS 13 and features a 13.3-inch QHD+ Infinity Touch Display, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD — all running on a 3.0GHz 5th generation Intel Core i7 processor.
You can order the laptop either by itself or bundled with Office 365. Oddly, the version that comes with Office 365 comes in a bit cheaper at $1,478, compared to $1,599 for just the laptop. And of course, ordering from the Microsoft Store will net you a "Signature Edition" device, which means your shiny new XPS 13 will be free of bloatware right out of the box.
If the XPS 13 piques your interest, but you're still mulling it over, consider giving out hands-on with the device a look.
Thanks to Jeffrey for the tip!
Reader comments
Core i7 configuration of Dell's XPS 13 goes up for sale on the Microsoft Store
Tempting. But Dell...
It's a different company. They went private and this thing has gotten nothing but rave reviews...
The fact I own/use three different Dell computers (XPS 13, 15, 27) should say something.
Considering giving my Acer s7-392 to my gf and buying this... I know you used the s7-391. How does it compare?
I only have the 1st gen S7. I really like the S7, but that fan was on a lot and loud. XPS 13 (Core i5) is nice and quiet.
That's good to know. My experience with Dell has been limited to work machines and one personal laptop we got 6 years ago. For personal stuff we've been going with Lenovo and Microsoft in my house. HP seems to be turning around a corner as well (their consumer laptops were horrible). Competition brings the best in everybody I guess.
I have to concur - Dell going private has been like a kick in the reader end of that dinosaur. I've got the xps 15 and two 13 units and they're excellent. You won't be disappointed!
You will be. Just wait.
Mark uses a Macbook. What does that say :)
You know what Daniel. If this exact device has been released by Apple, it would have been deemed the biggest breakthrough in notebook tech and Apple shares would have hit 150. I think people fail to give credit where it's due. Fact is other companies are innovating now and it's time to acknowledge it. Lets not forget they worked with Sharp for 2 years on this screen.
1500 for dell doesn't justify
Yup.
I have one criteria for buying computers, and it's "Not a Dell."
I used to think this way but my Haswell Gen XPS13 has been the best laptop I've owned by far (almost a year old).
I have the non-touch 256gb model with Core i5. Hands down best laptop I've ever owned or used. My daughters have Macbook Air 13" laptops and secretly want my Dell. I can tell.
Just got my new i7 version this morning. Ridiculously good. The display is just incredible.
We don't have the luxury of the Microsoft Store signature edition in the UK but at least Dell keeps the crapware to a minimum.
This is great. Only remaining wish is that all devices have a 360 degree hinge for tablet mode, - that with a pen would make this a real SP3 competitor. Yes it would weigh a bit more than the SP3, but for people who need the stability of a keyboard / screen hinge, this would be the ideal machine.
Agree. If it had a 360 hinge (that wasn't ugly) like the Lenovo, it'd be even more appealing.
Almost no frame on screen, looks so cool.......
If only the battery life was as promised...
Omg sooooo tempting. Love the design of this machine.
Oh my god, that thing looks amazing, so, so tempting. If only I wasn't broke.
The Office 365 deal is a triiiiiiick
This thing is gadget porn. I must back away from the credit card, back away.
last 2 years have seen ASUS UX32 Zenbook, SP1, Lenovo Yoga Pro 2, SP3 and wait, wait stop.
That doesn't even consider the other tablet devices.
I must stay away from the MS store.
And as for the whole "not Dell" thing, nonsense. I specify the machines for my company (approx 10,000 users) and we are all Dell and have been for years. We just re-did our standards and for laptops we have the Latitude 7250 and 7450. They have really stepped up their game from the Industrial Design and service perspective.
I have no problems recommending Dell to anybody.
I'd much rather have a full sized laptop with better specs for the same price.
Love this, but I need a 15 inch screen. Scrolling left-right on spreadsheets gets old fast. But this machine is beautiful.
I wonder if Dell will use some TV advertising to increase awareness of this awesome device?