Dell XPS 15 (2022)

Dell XPS 15 (2022)

Manufacturer	Dell
Product family	XPS
Release date	2022 (2022)
Introductory price	USD 1500 to 2500
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 11 Home (Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro)
CPU	Intel Core i5-12500H Intel Core i7-12700H
Memory	16 GB DDR5-4800 MHz (2 x 8 GB)
Memory slots	2 user accessible
Storage	512 GB, 1 TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
Storage slots	2 user accessible
Removable storage	1 SD-card slot
Display	Screen size: 15.6 inch Panel type: OLED Coating: Anti-Reflect Resolution: 3456 x 2160 PPI: 282 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 60 Hz Brightness: 400 Nits sRGB: 122 % DCI-P3: 86.9 % Screen-to-body ratio: 92 %
Graphics	Intel Iris Xe Graphics Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4 GB GDDR6
Sound	2 x 2.5 W stereo woofers, 2 x 1.5 W stereo tweeters (8 W total peak) w/ Waves Maxx Audio Pro
Camera	Front: 720p at 30 fps, HD camera
Touchpad	Large precision touchpad
Connectivity	Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 1675 (AX211), 2x2, 802.11ax Bluetooth 5.2 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (with DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C) with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack
Power brick	130W USB-C charger
Battery	6 Cell, 86 Wh, integrated
Keyboard	Backlit White
Chassis	Color: Frost exterior, Arctic White interior Materials: Machined aluminum chassis, carbon fiber palm rests
Number pad	No
Fingerprint reader	Yes
Facial recognition	No
Predecessor	Dell XPS 15 (2021)
Website	Dell

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   The Dell XPS 15 (2022) is a high-performance laptop designed for both productivity and moderate gaming. It features Intel's 12th Gen processors and Nvidia's RTX 3050 Ti GPU, making it a versatile machine for various tasks.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) can be configured with the following processors:

• Intel Core i5-12500H with 12 cores (4 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 16 threads, 18 MB cache and a max frequency of 4.5 Ghz.
• Intel Core i7-12700H with 14 cores (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 20 threads, 24 MB cache and max frequency of 4.7 Ghz.

The XPS 15 is capable of handling heavy workloads without stuttering or slowing down, even with multiple applications open. The i7-12700H variant performs exceptionally well in multi-threaded tasks, showing a 35 to 40 percent increase in multi-thread performance and a 15 to 20 percent increase in single-thread performance compared to the previous generation. However, it is slower than the average performance of other laptops with the same processor by about 5 to 15 percent.

Benchmarks:

• Geekbench 5.4:
  • i7-12700H: 1,730 (single-core), 11,258 (multi-core)
• Cinebench R23:
  • i7-12700H: 1,773 (single-core), 17,713 (multi-core)

Graphics

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with the following graphics options:

• Intel Iris Xe Graphics integrated GPU.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti with 4 GB GDDR6 memory.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti provides solid performance for gaming and multimedia tasks. It performs on par with dedicated gaming laptops, achieving solid frame rates even in demanding titles. However, the GPU has been downclocked from 1530 MHz to 1035 MHz, which limits performance gains from the faster RAM.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark Time Spy: 4,482
• 3DMark Fire Strike: 11,852
• Sid Meier's Civilization VI: 40 fps at 3.5K resolution, 60 fps at 1080p resolution
• Doom Eternal: 85-100 fps at medium settings

Memory

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with 16 GB DDR5-4800 MHz memory in a dual-channel configuration, enhancing memory bandwidth and benefiting multitasking and memory-intensive applications.

Benchmarks:

• AIDA64 Memory Copy: 57,944 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Read: 60,019 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Write: 58,107 MB/s

Storage

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) can be configured with 512 GB or 1 TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSDs. The SSD offers significantly faster transfer rates compared to older PCIe3 drives, maintaining high performance under load.

Benchmarks:

• CrystalDiskMark 5.2:
  • Sequential Read: 5,351.32 MB/s
  • Sequential Write: 2,395.03 MB/s

Co-processors

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) features the Intel Alder Lake-P PCH coprocessor, which supports various functions but does not significantly impact performance metrics.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with a spacious backlit keyboard with comfortable palm rests. The keyboard offers a great typing experience with low key travel and a soft textured carbon fiber covering the palm rests, making it comfortable for extended use.

Touchpad

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) features a large precision touchpad that is responsive and supports multi-touch gestures, enhancing the overall user experience.

Webcam

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) is equipped with a 720p webcam. The webcam quality is subpar, producing grainy and washed-out images, which is disappointing given the laptop's overall high quality.

Microphone

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with a dual-array microphone that captures clear audio for video calls and recordings, with noise cancellation features to reduce background noise.

Output Devices

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Display

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) features a 15.6-inch OLED touchscreen with a resolution of 3456 x 2160 pixels. The display is vibrant and immersive, with excellent color reproduction and brightness, making it ideal for streaming content and gaming. The touchscreen is responsive and intuitive to use.

Benchmarks:

• Average brightness: 384.4 nits
• Color reproduction: 122% of the sRGB color gamut and 86.9% of the DCI-P3 color space

Audio

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with four speakers (two flanking the keyboard and two downfiring) with Waves Maxx Audio Pro technology. The speakers deliver rich audio quality, clear highs and lows, and can fill an entire room.

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) is equipped with Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 1675 (AX211), 2x2, 802.11ax, providing faster speeds and improved performance in crowded networks.

Bluetooth

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with Bluetooth 5.2.

SD Card Reader

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) includes a full-sized SD card slot, which is convenient for photographers and content creators, allowing for easy file transfers.

USB

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) is equipped with the following USB ports:

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (with DisplayPort and PowerDelivery)
• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C) with DisplayPort and Power Delivery
• 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack

Case

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The Dell XPS 15 (2022) features a machined aluminum chassis with a Frost exterior and Arctic White interior. The design is sleek and sturdy, making it easy to carry around. The laptop's overall aesthetic is elegant, with thin bezels and a premium feel.

Maintenance

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The Dell XPS 15 (2022) is easy to open for upgrades, allowing users to access the internals without much hassle. RAM and storage can be upgraded, providing flexibility for users who need more memory or storage space.

Cooling System

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The Dell XPS 15 (2022) features an efficient cooling system with dual fans and heat pipes to dissipate heat effectively. The fan noise is quieter than previous models, remaining below 36 dB(A) under load, making it suitable for quiet environments.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: 22.9 dB(A)
• Load: 30.9 / 44.7 dB(A)

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) ships with a 130W USB-C charger. The laptop consumes more power under load compared to previous models, which may affect battery life during intensive tasks.

Battery Life

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with an 86 Wh Lithium-Polymer battery. The battery life is good, lasting nearly 9 hours under real-world usage, making it suitable for on-the-go professionals.

Benchmarks:

• WiFi Websurfing: 8h 48min
• Load (maximum brightness): 3h 12min

Biometrics

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The Dell XPS 15 (2022) includes a fingerprint reader for secure logins, providing an additional layer of security.

Software

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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from Dell.

Preinstalled Software

McAfee LiveSafe

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with a 12-month subscription to McAfee LiveSafe, providing comprehensive digital protection including antivirus, privacy, and identity protections.

My Dell

The My Dell program acts as the primary control center in the Dell XPS 15 (2022). It handles system management, hardware troubleshooting, and other utilities.

PremierColor

The PremierColor app allows users to manage and calibrate the display's color settings.

Accessories & Warranty

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The Dell XPS 15 (2022) comes with a 130W USB-C charger and paperwork. There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Dell XPS 15 (2022) is considered one of the best laptops for productivity and moderate gaming. It offers high CPU and GPU performance, a stunning OLED display, and a sleek design. The primary downsides are the subpar webcam quality and the absence of USB Type-A ports.

Problems Summary

• Subpar webcam quality.
• Absence of USB Type-A ports.
• Runs a bit hot under load.
• Limited to a 60 Hz refresh rate display.
• Higher power consumption under load.

Links

i7-12700H, RTX 3050 Ti, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: Tom's Guide,

i7-12700H, RTX 3050 Ti, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: TechRadar

i7-12700H, RTX 3050 Ti, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: NotebookCheck