Dell XPS 13 vs Lenovo ThinkPad W541

Great quality keyboard
Large keys with less gaps and low backlight bleed
Overall good quality
Compatible with Linux
Thunderbolt charging capabilities
Great performance
Durable
Upgradeable
3K screen option
Compatible with Linux
Not budget friendly
May have issues with difficult monitor set ups
Not suitable for those who prefer Thinkpad or Spectre keyboards
Not the lightest laptop
Screen can be damaged by keyboard over time
Battery life may not be as long as some users would like

Verdict

The Dell XPS 13 is a premium laptop that can be configured with a touchscreen. It has a good quality keyboard and large keys with less gaps, and low backlight bleed. It also has an overall good quality, though it may have some issues with difficult monitor set ups. It is compatible with Linux and comes with Thunderbolt charging capabilities. However, it is on the expensive side.

Verdict

The Lenovo ThinkPad W541 is a popular laptop choice among users due to its durability, upgradeability, and performance. It has a 3K screen option, is socketed for CPU, and can come with an NVIDIA GPU. It is also compatible with Linux, and users have reported good battery life. However, some users have reported that the screen can be damaged by the keyboard over time.

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