Dell XPS 16 2024 Launches in Nepal with Premium Specs and Competitive Pricing

Dell XPS 16 2024 Arrives in Nepal

Dell has introduced the newest version of its high-performance XPS series, including the XPS 16, XPS 14, and refreshed XPS 13 models. Among these, the XPS 16 stands out as the most powerful, featuring a range of premium components designed for demanding users.

Design and Display

The Dell XPS 16 retains the elegant design language of its series counterparts, featuring an aluminum chassis and a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus screen protector. It is offered in Graphite and Platinum color options. A notable design feature is the capacitive touchpad that replaces the traditional function row keys.

The laptop sports a large 16.3-inch display with slim bezels. Buyers can choose between two panel options: an OLED panel with 4K resolution, touch support, 400 nits brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and anti-smudge coating, or an IPS panel with FHD+ resolution, 500 nits brightness, 100% sRGB color gamut, and anti-glare properties.

Performance and Configuration

Under the hood, the XPS 16 is equipped with the latest Intel Core Ultra processors, including an AI acceleration engine known as the Neural Processing Unit (NPU), which enhances overall performance and enables advanced AI capabilities.

Configurations can include up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 discrete GPU. Memory options reach up to 64GB of LPDDR5x RAM, operating at 7467 MT/s in dual-channel mode. Storage choices extend up to a 4TB PCIe Gen 4.0 SSD.

Battery, Audio, and Connectivity

The XPS 16 is powered by a built-in 99.5 Wh battery and supports ExpressCharge 1.0, allowing fast charging through a 130W AC adapter connected via USB Type-C. The laptop features a quad-speaker system delivering 10W total peak output, two digital array microphones, and an FHD 1080p webcam.

Connectivity includes Intel Killer WiFi 7 and Bluetooth v5.4 for wireless options, along with three Thunderbolt 4 ports offering DisplayPort 2.1 and Power Delivery support. Additional ports include a microSD card reader and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Specifications

• Design and Build: Minimal single-tone design with Aluminum body and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
• Dimensions: 358.10 mm x 240.00 mm x 18.70 mm
• Weight: 2.13 kg and above
• Display:
  • IPS*: 16.3”, non-touch, 500-nits typical brightness, 100% sRGB color gamut, 30–120 Hz refresh rate, anti-glare
  • OLED: 16.3”, touch, 400-nits typical brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 48–90 Hz refresh rate, anti-reflective, anti-smudge
• Resolution:
  • IPS*: FHD+ (1,920 x 1,200)
  • OLED: 4K (3,840 x 2,400)
• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H / Core Ultra 7 165H / Core Ultra 9 185H
• Graphics: Integrated Intel Arc Graphics or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / 4060 / 4070
• RAM: 16GB at 6400 MT/s or 32GB / 64GB at 7467 MT/s, LPDDR5x, dual-channel
• Storage: 512GB / 1TB / 2TB / 4TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
• Operating System: Windows 11 Home or Pro (64-bit)
• Webcam: FHD @1080p
• Audio: Quad-speaker (3x 2W Main + 2x 2W Tweeter) with Waves MaxxAudio Pro and Waves Bx 3D tuning
• Keyboard: Full-size, Backlit, Zero-lattice keyboard, capacitive touch function row, seamless glass haptic touchpad
• Ports: 3x Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and Power Delivery, 1x MicroSD card reader v6.0, 1x 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
• Connectivity: Intel Killer WiFi 7 1750 (BE200) 2x2 + Bluetooth v5.4
• Battery: 99.5Wh Integrated Battery with ExpressCharge 1.0
• Charger: 130W AC Adapter via USB Type-C
• Colours: Graphite, Platinum

Price and Availability in Nepal

The Dell XPS 16 2024 (model 9640) is now available in Nepal. The base model, featuring a Core Ultra 7 155H processor and an RTX 4050 GPU, starts at NPR 3,25,800. The top-end configuration, equipped with a Core Ultra 9 185H processor, 32GB RAM, a 1TB SSD, and a 16.3-inch 4K touch OLED display, is priced at NPR 5,49,000. These models can be found at authorized laptop retailers across the country.