Dell XPS 13 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i vs ThinkPad X9 15 (2024)

Three Intel Evo-certified ultrabooks, three very different value propositions. The Dell XPS 13 is the compact portability king starting at $1,299. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition targets creative professionals who want more screen real estate and display quality. The Lenovo ThinkPad X9 15 Aura Edition is the enterprise-focused 15-inch option for users who refuse to compromise on screen size or keyboard feel. All three sit in the premium ultrabook tier, which means the differences come down to execution, not ambition.

Reviewers at AllReviews have scored these machines across build, performance, display, battery, and value. The Dell XPS 13 earned the highest aggregate rating at 9.2/10, edging out both Lenovo contenders despite some legitimate criticisms about port selection and display resolution. Here's the full breakdown of what the expert consensus actually says.