Dell nearly axed its flagship XPS line but wisely reversed course, delivering a redesigned Dell XPS 16 that reclaims its premium throne. The 2026 model impresses with a sleek aluminum chassis weighing just 3.65 pounds, a full pound lighter than its predecessor, while maintaining the brand's signature glass and aluminum aesthetic.

The laptop shines with its optional 3.2K OLED display, delivering vibrant colors and excellent viewing experience despite a nominal 400 nits brightness. Dell kept the glass deck and up-firing speakers but controversially replaced chiclet-style keyboards, though early units had anti-ghosting issues now being addressed via software updates.

Priced at $2,349 (potentially discounted to $1,900), the XPS 16 delivers nearly 12 hours of battery life and strong performance without discrete graphics. While lacking an SD card reader and keyboard depth some desire, this premium ultraportable reestablishes Dell's dominance in high-end Windows laptops.