Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 vs Dell XPS 13 9315 Comparison

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Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

17 inches | February 2023

Speed 5.5

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Display 3.5

Gaming 3.5

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13.4 inches | June 2022

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Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 vs Dell XPS 13 9315 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315, two laptops by Dell. Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 was introduced to market in February 2023 and Dell XPS 13 9315 was launched in June 2022. There is only 8 months difference between XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315 are members of Dell's XPS series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Dell XPS Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Dell XPS 13 9350 2024	September 2024	13.4"	295.3 x 199.1 x 14.8-15.3 mm	1.18 kg (2.6 lbs)
Dell XPS 13 9345 2024	May 2024	13.4"	295.3 x 199.1 x 14.8-15.3 mm	1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)
Dell XPS 13 9340 2024	January 2024	13.4"	295.3 x 199 x 14.8-15.3 mm	1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)
Dell XPS 14 9440 2024	January 2024	14.5"	320 x 216 x 18 mm	1.68 kg (3.7 lbs)
Dell XPS 16 9640 2024	January 2024	16.3"	358.1 x 240 x 18.7 mm	2.13 kg (4.7 lbs)
Dell XPS 15 9530 2023	February 2023	15.6"	344.72 x 230.14 x 18 mm	1.86 kg (4.1 lbs)
Dell XPS 17 9730 2023	February 2023	17.0"	374.45 x 248.05 x 19.5 mm	2.31 kg (5.09 lbs)
Dell XPS 13 9315	June 2022	13.4"	295.4 x 199.4 x 13.99 mm	1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 and Dell XPS 13 9315 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 Key Specs

Launched in February 2023
17.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13500H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
8GB Ram
374.45 x 248.05 x 19.5 mm (14.74 x 9.77 x 0.77 inches)
Weight: 2.31 kg (5.09 lbs)

Dell XPS 13 9315 Key Specs

Launched in June 2022
13.4" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1230U
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
295.4 x 199.4 x 13.99 mm (11.63 x 7.85 x 0.55 inches)
Weight: 1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 over Dell XPS 13 9315

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~90.2% vs ~88.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	17 inches vs 13.4 inches	Larger Screen Estate
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	7.4 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	4x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Better typing feel
Key Travel	1.3 mm vs 1 mm

Reasons to choose Dell XPS 13 9315 over Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Weight	1.17 kg vs 2.31 kg	1.14 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	3.4 mm vs 4.1 mm	0.7 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	169 ppi vs 133 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Avg. MSRP Price	$1200-1600 vs $2000-2400	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)

Common Strengths of Dell XPS 13 9315 and Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Launch Dates	February 2023 vs June 2022	Both laptops are recent models
HDR Support	Yes, Dolby Vision vs Yes, HDR10	Watch HDR Clips
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left, Right	Flexible charging positions
RAM Type	DDR5 vs LPDDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs Yes	Easy Login with Fingerprint Sensor
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Dell XPS 13 9315 and Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDMI Output	No vs No	Need an adapter to connect to HDMI displays

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 vs Dell XPS 13 9315: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 and the Dell XPS 13 9315.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.31 kg (5.09 lbs)	1.17 kg (2.58 lbs)
Surface Area	929 cm2 (144 inches2)	589 cm2 (91.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~90.2%	~88.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.1 mm	~3.4 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.14 kg/inch	0.09 kg/inch
	0.308 lbs/inch	0.198 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Blue, Burgundy

Comparison of the Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 and the Dell XPS 13 9315 External Dimensions

Weight

XPS 17 9730 2023 weighs 2.31 kg (5.09 lbs), whereas the XPS 13 9315 weighs 1.17 kg (2.58 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell XPS 13 9315

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Thickness Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell XPS 13 9315

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 is 0.14 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Dell XPS 13 9315 is 0.09 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 vs Dell XPS 13 9315: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 13500H Intel Core i7 13700H Intel Core i9 13900H	Intel Core i5 1230U Intel Core i7 1250U
Base Frequency	2.6 GHz	1.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.7 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	12	10
Number of Threads	16	12
L3 Cache	18 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1730	1537
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	11090	6909
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1816	1422
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14071	5850

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 and Dell XPS 13 9315.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 13500H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1230U

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile 12GB	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Base Clock Frequency	1455 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1755 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	60 W	15 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	7.4 TFLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	LPDDR5
Memory Bus	96 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	~16 Gbps	5.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	640
TMUs	80	40
ROPs	48	20

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 has a FLOPS value of 7.4 TFLOPS whereas the Dell XPS 13 9315 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2

Both laptops, the XPS 17 9730 2023 and the XPS 13 9315, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Dell XPS 17 9730 (2023)	Dell XPS 13 9315
CPU	Intel Core i5 13500H	Intel Core i5 1230U
GPU	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Memory	8 GB ; 6 GB VRAM	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~10 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 5.5 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 6 GB VRAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Dell XPS 17 9730 (2023)|Dell XPS 13 9315

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	97 Wh	51 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left, Right
Charge Power	130 W	45 W
Voltage	11.4 V
Full Charging Time	2:00 hr
Cable Length	1 meters

Moreover, the XPS 17 9730 2023 boasts a larger battery capacity of 97 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the XPS 13 9315's51 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell XPS 13 9315

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 8 TB, the XPS 17 9730 2023 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the XPS 13 9315's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 vs Dell XPS 13 9315: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 and Dell XPS 13 9315 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. XPS 17 9730 2023 has a display size of 17.0".On the other hand, XPS 13 9315 has a smaller 13.4" display.The total usable screen area of the XPS 17 9730 2023 is 838cm² / 130inch² whereas the XPS 13 9315's total usable screen area is 521cm² / 81inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the XPS 13 9315 features a higher pixel density with 169 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell XPS 13 9315

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Refresh Rate
Both XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
Both XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315 offer the same maximum brightness of 500 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Dell XPS 13 9315

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Dell XPS 17 9730 2023 vs Dell XPS 13 9315 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Neither XPS 17 9730 2023 nor XPS 13 9315 has USB-A ports.
Both XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315 have USB Type-C ports. XPS 17 9730 2023 has 4x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while XPS 13 9315 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both XPS 17 9730 2023 and XPS 13 9315 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Neither XPS 17 9730 2023 nor XPS 13 9315 has an HDMI port for connecting to external monitors. Neither XPS 17 9730 2023 nor XPS 13 9315 has an HDMI port for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
XPS 17 9730 2023 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. XPS 13 9315 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
XPS 17 9730 2023 is equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, allowing seamless connection to headphones and speakers. XPS 13 9315 does not have a 3.5mm Audio Jack.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.3	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	4x USB 4.0	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	No
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	No
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No