Dell XPS 13 9370 Review

Dell is one of the most popular laptop brands in the world. Today, we’ll be reviewing Dell XPS 13 9370, one of its latest offerings to its consumers. For many, it is their favorite Windows laptop since its release in 2015. Let’s find out more about it in the following.

Dell XPS 13 9370 Keyboard and Touchscreen 9/10

Its keyboard remains great, one of the most known strengths of this version.   It is a good thing that Dell did not mess with the keyboard in the latest update. This new model has firmer keys, although key travel appears to be similar with its predecessor.

However, it has a small layout and has time tiny keys, including the backspace key. Even so, you will find that this small laptop performs well especially for its keyboard.

Its keyboard is backlit; however, it only offers two brightness levels.   It might not be good news because of the lack of adjustment options. Even so, the keys are evenly lit, while around each keycap edge’s is dimmed.

The touchpad, on the other hand, works well. It offers a responsive and smooth feel. In addition, it comes with Windows Precision Touchpad   Support.

Dell XPS 13 9370 Connectivity 9/10

This department is another thing that has changed, going on one USB-C 3.1 port and two ThunderBolt 3 ports.   Its USB-C port can accommodate a DisplayPort. In addition, the laptop has a headphone jack and a card reader to wrap up the port options.

When it comes to the wireless connections, the Dell XPS 13 9370 has Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.   It also has a Killer Networks model for its Wi-Fi adapter that also has a built-in load-balancing feature that can help in smoothening out the performance of the laptop. What it does is letting per app networking management. You will also appreciate that it can display a graph of Wi-Fi network strength of those connections nearby.

Overall, the 9370 has the future of ports, the Thunderbolt 3 and the USB-C ports.

Dell XPS 13 9370 Design 8/10

The design underwent an improvement. It looks significant yet still subtle. Its new style stands out among the older models of the same. It has combined different colors from the past versions.

In fact, it has combined rose gold and gold, yet it has a black carbon fiber appearance on the interior. You can also have the white option, but it could have been combined with another color, not with rose gold. The design is sturdy and sleek, both adding to the modern appeal of this unit.

Dell XPS 13 9370 Features 8/10

The updates on this version can be unnoticeable. For example, its thickness was improved just a bit from 0.6 to 0.46 inches while its weight just dropped slightly.   Its shape didn’t change though. The shape appears rather wide, a wedge and still has rubber feet so that it won’t slip.

Dell XPS 13 9370 Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Modern and sleek appeal
  • Nice display options
  • Responsive and smooth operation touchpad and keyboard
  • Excellent performance
  • Good battery life

Cons

  • Expensive
  • More body flex

Final Thoughts

Is Dell XPS 13 9370 worth the spending? Yes, it is if you’re looking for a top performing and modern laptop that offers high tech features, good battery life, smooth and responsive keyboard and touchpad, and nice display options.

Dell XPS 13 9370

8.9

Connectivity

9.0/10

Keyboard and Touchscreen

8.9/10

Performance

9.3/10

Features

8.5/10

Pros

  • Modern and sleek appeal
  • Nice display options
  • Responsive and smooth operation touchpad and keyboard
  • Excellent performance
  • Good battery life

Cons

  • Expensive
  • More body flex
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Tom McGovern

Author: Tom McGovern

Tom is a music aficionado with a nose for tech. He’s so into music that he was accepted at The Juilliard School—and didn’t go! When he’s not jamming to (and reviewing) the latest tunes to top the charts, he’s knee deep in the latest tech inventions to rock the market.

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