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Dell XPS 15 vs HP Omen 17 vs Razer Blade Pro

 vs Origin PC EON17-SLX vs Dell Precision 5510 vs Razer Blade Stealth 12" 4K Touchscreen Ultrabook vs Lenovo Y700 vs Lenovo Y50 4k 15.6" vs Toshiba Satellite Radius 15.6" vs Eluktronics N850HK1 vs Acer Aspire V 15 vs HP Zbook Studio G3

Specs

Storage

500GB HDD + 32GB Flash / 1TB HDD + 32GB Flash / 256/512GB/1TB PCIe SSD

Weight

2kg (4.44 lbs)

RAM

8 / 16 / 32GB DDR4 at 2400MHz

CPU

Intel Core i3-7100H / Intel Core i5-7300HQ / Intel Core i7-7700HQ

GPU

Intel HD Graphics 630 / NVIDIA GTX 1050 with 4GB GDDR5

Ports

1 HDMI 1.4 2 USB 3.0 with PowerShare 1 Thunderbolt™ 3 (2 lanes of PCI Express Gen 3) Supports: Power In / Charging, PowerShare, Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps Bi-Directional), 3.1 USB Gen 2 (10Gbps), VGA, HDMI, Ethernet and USB-A via Dell Adapter

Battery

56 / 97WHr

Display Size

15.6 inches

Webcam

720p

Size

14.06 x 9.27 x 0.45-0.66-inches

Display

15.6-inch FHD (1920x1080) / 15.6-inch UltraSharp™ 4K Ultra HD (3840x2160) Touch display

Wireless

802.11 AC & Bluetooth 4.0

Aspect Ratio

16:9

Trackpoint

No

Operating System

Windows 10

SD reader

Yes

Touchpad Size

4.1 x 3.1 inches

Release date for the most recent model

2017

Screen size

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Screen resolution

-

CPU

-

Dimensions

-

Wi-Fi

-

Memory

-

Bluetooth

-

Connections

-

Graphics

-

Chipset

-

Operating Systems

-

Soundcard

-

Display Options

-

Power Adaptor

-

Card Slots

-

Storage

512GB SSD + 2TB HDD

Weight

6.3 pounds

RAM

16GB

CPU

-

GPU

Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

Ports

3x USB 3.0 HDMI DisplayPort mini SD card reader 3.5mm combo jack RJ45

Battery

-

Display Size

-

Webcam

-

Size

-

Display

-

Wireless

-

Aspect Ratio

-

Trackpoint

-

Operating System

-

SD reader

-

Touchpad Size

-

Release date for the most recent model

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Screen size

17.7inch

Screen resolution

4K

CPU

Intel Core i3/i5/i7

Dimensions

-

Wi-Fi

-

Memory

-

Bluetooth

-

Connections

-

Graphics

-

Chipset

-

Operating Systems

-

Soundcard

-

Display Options

-

Power Adaptor

-

Card Slots

-

Storage

Up to 2TB SSD

Weight

7.8 lbs / 3.5kg

RAM

32GB

CPU

Intel Core i7-6700HQ

GPU

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080

Ports

3xUSB-3.0, 1xUSB-C, HDMI,

Battery

-

Display Size

-

Webcam

-

Size

-

Display

-

Wireless

-

Aspect Ratio

-

Trackpoint

-

Operating System

-

SD reader

-

Touchpad Size

-

Release date for the most recent model

-

Screen size

-

Screen resolution

-

CPU

-

Dimensions

-

Wi-Fi

-

Memory

-

Bluetooth

-

Connections

-

Graphics

-

Chipset

-

Operating Systems

-

Soundcard

-

Display Options

-

Power Adaptor

-

Card Slots

-

Storage

Up to 1TB SSD

Weight

-

RAM

32GB

CPU

Intel Core i7

GPU

Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080

Ports

-

Battery

-

Display Size

-

Webcam

-

Size

-

Display

-

Wireless

-

Aspect Ratio

-

Trackpoint

-

Operating System

-

SD reader

-

Touchpad Size

-

Release date for the most recent model

-

Screen size

17inch

Screen resolution

4K

CPU

-

Dimensions

-

Wi-Fi

-

Memory

-

Bluetooth

-

Connections

-

Graphics

-

Chipset

-

Operating Systems

-

Soundcard

-

Display Options

-

Power Adaptor

-

Card Slots

-

Storage

256GB SSD

Weight

1.78kg to 2.02kg

RAM

-

CPU

Intel i5 - 6440 HQ

GPU

-

Ports

-

Battery

56Whr /// 84Whr

Display Size

15.6 inches

Webcam

720p

Size

-

Display

-

Wireless

-

Aspect Ratio

-

Trackpoint

-

Operating System

-

SD reader

-

Touchpad Size

-

Release date for the most recent model

-

Screen size

-

Screen resolution

-

CPU

-

Dimensions

14.06 x 9.27 x 0.66 inches

Wi-Fi

802.11ac

Memory

8GB+

Bluetooth

Bluetooth 4.1

Connections

2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Audio combo in/out, Card Reader: SD, SDXC, SDHC, UHS-11

Graphics

Intel® Pro Graphics 530 & P530

Chipset

Mobile Intel CM236

Operating Systems

Win 7 Pro / Win 10 Pro / Win 10 Home / Ubuntu 14.04

Soundcard

Realtek High Definition Audio

Display Options

15.6" UltraSharp™ UHD IGZO (3840x2160) Touchscreen

Power Adaptor

130 Watt AC adapter

Card Slots

SD/SDHC Card reader

Storage

-

Weight

-

RAM

-

CPU

-

GPU

-

Ports

-

Battery

-

Display Size

-

Webcam

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-

Display

-

Wireless

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Pros + Cons

Pro
 Multiple viable configurations

There are seven different possible specification configurations which alter the capabilities of the laptop. Things that change are, screen type (Full HD or Ultra HD touchscreen), battery size, video card, available RAM, hard drive, and the processor. It’s enough to find the perfect match for your needs.
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Pro
 Optional password-free-sign-in via a fingerprint reader

For an additional $25 it’s possible to enjoy a password-free-sign-in by having a fingerprint reader. It will keep your laptop safe while still providing convenient access to it.
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Pro
 Very well-rounded laptop

The cheapest configuration is a great choice for general non-intensive use - things like internet browsing, watching movies and similar tasks. Whereas the more expensive configurations are gradually more capable of intensive tasks, like video editing or gaming. It’s not as good as a specialized computer built for a specific purpose, like a video editing laptop with an enormous RAM size or a gaming laptop with a superior graphics card, but it’s a very well-rounded, reliable laptop.
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Pro
 Can be used for most modern games

Being an excellent all-rounder, it can be used as a gaming laptop for games that are not exceptionally demanding, like Overwatch or Dota 2. Unless you’re using the cheapest model, you can expect a reasonable 60 frames per second for almost all modern games, provided that you’re willing to lower the game’s settings
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Pro
 Solid keyboard and trackpad

The keyboard and trackpad are reliable and solid all-around. The keyboard is responsive but is not super “clicky”, rather a bit soft. It has a white backlight on black keys that illuminates them at night. The touchpad is rather large while having no buttons. Despite this, the XPS 15 can reliably distinguish between the left and right clicks which are done on the trackpad itself.
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Pro
 Good battery with the 1080p option

For the models with the 1080p resolution it has a very good battery, lasting about 10 hours of general usage. Naturally, if more intensive tasks are involved then it will be much shorter.
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Pro
 Operates well on a Linux system

All essential things, like network connectivity, ports and sound, work right “out-of-the-box” with a Linux operating system. There is a compatibility issue on the new 9560 model with its graphics card but the laptop is still very usable with its integrated Intel graphics card.
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Pro
 Slick design

The whole design is quite stylish. The aluminium chassis provides a very clean look while the black carbon fiber palm rest with an almost borderless display cements it as a visually modern laptop. All of this is made with a premium build quality.
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Pro
 Amazing display

Two display choices are available for the XPS 15, an Ultra HD touchscreen or a Full HD non-touch screen. Both screens have a very wide array of colors as they cover approximately 100% of sRGB color space. Both screens have wide viewing angles. Although slight color change can be noticed when viewed from extreme angles, it isn’t even noticeable in everyday usage. With over 340 nit output for brightness, they are viable choices for outdoor usage. All these reasons prove that they are amazing displays.
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Con
 Incompatibile graphics card on the 9560 model while running Linux

The new 9560 model has some trouble accepting its GTX 1050 Ti video card while running a Linux operating system. Fortunately, the integrated Intel graphics card is capable enough to substitute it. The manufacturers are probably aware of the issue and will, most likely, release an update for it.
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Con
 Doesn’t come with Linux preinstalled

The XPS 15 only comes with a preinstalled Windows operating system. Installing the new operating system must be done by yourself.
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Con
 Audible coil whine

Coil whine can be heard when it’s generally quiet and the fans are not running. Audible when the laptop is connected to the power supply. The manufacturers have acknowledged it as a problem and, if possible, will push out an update which should eliminate it. Until then, it’s still a gripe.
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Con
 Some ghosting in games

The display is not intended for gaming purposes so it can produce an effect called “ghosting”. Ghosting is when the pixels are not able to change their colors fast enough, so the color of the preceding frame can still be slightly seen on the next frame. This causes a blurring effect. Note that it only happens on high framerates coupled with fast objects.
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Con
 Some bloatware

As with most laptops some bloatware is present. It’s always possible to reinstall the operating system but it’s an unnecessary step that could’ve been avoided.
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Con
 Awkward webcam location

The webcam is located under the screen instead of on top. It means that your face will be shown from a lower angle which can seem a bit weird. It also means that your fingers can partially obstruct the webcam while you’re typing.
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Con
 Palmrest collects sweat

The palm rest is made from carbon fiber which attracts fingerprints and sweat. After some time it gets kind of unpleasant to touch and needs to be cleaned.
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Con
 Noisy fans

The laptop is very quiet during idle and light usage but when there is some workload, the fans get quite loud and distracting.
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Con
 Battery doesn’t hold long with the Ultra HD screen

If you’re choosing the configuration with an Ultra HD screen, expect a very short battery life of around 6 hours for general usage. With more intensive tasks it's even less than that.
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Pro
 Higher-end configurations can play 4K games at decent framerates

Even when purchased with minimal specs, you should be able to play comfortably in full HD resolution. Higher-end configurations with the nVidia GTX 1070 graphics card will allow you to enjoy 4K gaming in medium to high settings at playable framerates. The screen implements G-Sync technology that further smoothens action and prevents tearing.
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Pro
 Relatively portable for a gaming laptop

Compared to other gaming laptops, it is very slim--only 32mm thick and weighing 3.35 kg.
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Pro
 Great display

The display is capable of producing 173% of the sRGB color space and has very good viewing angles. If calibrated, the laptop can be used for color sensitive work.
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Con
 Comes in only one color option

The laptop comes in only one color option without the possibility to order a different one.
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Con
 The speakers lack bass

The speakers are loud, but they lack bass.
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Con
 Has issues with cooling

Due to its narrow ventilation holes, the cooling fans need to spin faster in order to cool the laptop down. It can become so hot that it may become uncomfortable to touch the laptop, though the performance doesn’t suffer and doesn’t cause noticeable thermal throttling.
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Pro
 Standard, non-flashy look

This laptop is great for those who dislike the overly-gimmicky look that other gaming laptops go for. It doesn’t have big, stylized ventilation holes or dedicated gaming buttons or switches. The keyboard only has a plain red LED backlight, with no customization. The only outward indication that it’s a gaming laptop is the Omen logo at the back.
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Pro
 Uses an actual mechanical keyboard

Razer uses ultra-low profile mechanical switches in the Blade Pro, which replicate full-sized mechanical keyboards. While it certainly makes the familiar, though noisy, clicking noise and is stiffer than a Chiclet keyboard, the travel is still too shallow compared to a regular mechanical keyboard.
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Pro
 Customizable RGB keyboard backlight

The keyboard’s RGB backlight can display 16.8 million colors on each key and the touchpad border. The included Synapse software lets you program the lights with different patterns and color profiles and is shareable to other Razer devices.
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Pro
 One of the best displays on the market

The Razer Blade Pro has easily one of the best touchscreen displays that can be found in any laptop. The colors look accurate and vivid, as it covers 185% of the sRGB color gamut. Brightness goes beyond the industry average and can provide a very bright picture. The screen also supports NVIDIA G-Sync that helps eliminate screen tearing and smooths out movement.
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Pro
 Built to be portable

At 22mm thin, this is the thinnest laptop that has the NVIDIA GeForce 1080 and one of the thinnest gaming laptops overall.
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Pro
 Great build quality

The chassis is made from aluminium and is very solid, giving the feel of a premium laptop.
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Pro
 Great gaming performance

While from the outside Blade Pro looks like an ordinary 17 inch laptop, it packs serious gaming laptop performance. It is because Razer has equipped this laptop with an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 and one of the fastest mobile processors you can buy today. It can run almost any modern game in 4K resolution in high or maximum settings at upwards of 30 FPS.
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Con
 May need some time to getting used to the position of the touchpad

The touchpad is located on the right side of the keyboard, and can take some time to get used to.
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Con
 No 802.11ac support

The wireless network card does not support 802.11ac, a wireless standard with significant improvements over the previous 802.11n standard.
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Pro
 Comes with top-tier hardware

This laptop comes with the absolute top-tier hardware. Even the base model is more powerful than the vast majority of the laptops you can buy today and will allow you to play nearly every game in 4K.
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Con
 Not portable at all

The laptop isn’t built for those who need portability. A large portable bag and some muscle will be needed to carry it around. Weighing almost 5kg and being more than 4,5cm thick, it's one of the biggest laptops there is. Even the power adapter is twice as large comparing to a non-gamer laptops power adaptor and if you opt for a dual graphic card version, you will need two power adapters.
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Pro
 Has one of the largest arrays of ports on the market

This laptop offers one of the widest variety of connections seen on a laptop. It has an HDMI and two Mini DisplayPort connections, for multi-monitor set-ups. There are five high-speed USB 3.0 ports, two new USB-C ports and an SD card slot. It even has two LAN ports with the ability to control the priority of traffic between two networks. Finally, you can connect audio equipment through four audio jack ports that supports 7.1 audio output.
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Con
 Poor battery life

Battery life is also an issue, although gamer laptops usually are power hungry, this only works for approximately two hours without a power supply.
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Pro
 Good speakers

The built in speakers are very loud and crisp, easily filling a small room.
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Pro
 Can be safely overclocked

The built-in speakers are large and very loud with a rich bass. Not only is it sufficient for most users, it’s also of better quality than the majority of built-in laptop speakers.
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Pro
 Excellent performance for 4K games

4K games will run on medium or high settings with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX1070, the weakest graphics processor you can get in this laptop. If you want to run everything with the maximum settings, you have the option to install two NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 cards that will run virtually any video game at max settings in 4K resolution.
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Con
 The build quality of the body is not as good as the price suggests

Other than the backplate of the lid, which is metal, the rest of the body is made of plastic, which is mostly fine for a budget laptop but for this price a material of higher quality would be expected.
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Pro
 Remarkable screen

The Ultra HD has a glossy, touch-enabled surface which supports resolutions up to 3840 x 2160. The screen has a very accurate color portrayal with approximately 100% of sRGB color space covered. It also has incredibly wide viewing angles. The brightness for the UHD screen is around 390 nits which is considered “very bright” and can easily be used outdoors.
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Pro
 Great performance for graphics-related work or gaming

The included hardware corresponds to a moderately powerful workstation laptop. The video card has certified drivers that are optimized for performance with specific applications, like AutoCAD or DCC (Digital Command Control). Similarly, all of provided processors have four cores for high multi-tasking capabilities while the 32GBs of RAM allow running large projects. This combination makes it an attractive option for rendering, 3D modeling, and similar tasks.
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Pro
 Great Linux support

The hardware is Ubuntu Certified. It makes sure that Ubuntu, and by extension other Linux distributions work right out-of-the-box without needing to mess with it to get basic things, like Wi-Fi or soundcard, to work.
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Pro
 Reliable keyboard

The keyboard is covered with a soft coating that is pleasant to touch. The keys feel rather shallow with only 1.3mm travel distance but are still very responsive. It also has a backlight with three options - bright, dim and off.
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Pro
 Small and lightweight for a workstation

It is surprisingly small and lightweight for being a workstation-type laptop. With the weight ranging from 1.8kg to 2kg and with the dimensions of 35.8 x 23.5 x 1.7 cm, it really is a portable workstation laptop.
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Pro
 Solid touchpad

The touchpad feels a bit slippery but is, otherwise, responsive and reliable. Several different gestures are available to make navigating with the touchpad easier. These gestures, like zoom, rotate, scroll and others, can be disabled via touchpad settings.
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Pro
 Reasonable battery life

With the Ultra HD screen the battery lasts for about 4 hours of general usage. This is with the smaller 3-cell (56Wh) battery. Note that, if you’re choosing the bigger 6-cell (81Wh) battery, the hard drives are limited to the M.2 PCIe drives with no secondary storage option.
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Pro
 Great design

It looks strikingly clean. Built with an aluminium chassis it presents itself as a luxurious laptop. When opened, it has a sleek, dark carbon fiber palm rest with an almost bezel-less display. The small edges allow fitting a 15.6 inch screen inside such a small frame.
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Pro
 Silent during light usage

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Con
 Loud during high workload

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Con
 Palm rest gets greasy

The carbon fiber coating is very susceptible to the sweat of your hands. The continuous contact with the skin can make the palm rest greasy and uncomfortable. It has to be cleaned regularly in order to avoid it.
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Con
 Not ideal for video calls

It has very awkward webcam and microphone locations making it rather unsuitable for video calls. The webcam is located under the screen, instead of on top, which creates a strange angle. It can also be partially covered by fingers when typing. Similarly, the microphone is located at a weird place - at the very front of the frame. At such a close position it can more easily distort your voice.
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Con
 Lacks certain keys

It has no numpad which would typically ease the input of numbers. It even has enough space for it. In addition, the navigation keys (arrows) are replaced with Page Up, Page Down, Home, and End keys.
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Con
 Premium pricing

The price seems a bit steep for what you’re getting.
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Con
 RGBW-Pentile 4K display

The RGBW-Pentile type of 4K display misses subpixels, and are thus not a true 4K.
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