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Dell claims that the XPS 13 has features that the MacBook Neo does not have, so is this a marketing trick or a sign that Apple is being surpassed by its competitors in real-life experiences?
The high-end laptop market is entering an extremely attractive competition when Dell officially introduces the new XPS 13 generation and does not hesitate to target Apple's MacBook Neo.
The most notable thing is not the design or configuration, but the statement from Dell that the XPS 13 offers features "you won't find on the MacBook Neo".
This is considered a rare move when a PC manufacturer openly compares directly with Apple right from the product launch day.
The confrontation between two laptop philosophies
Apple has for many years been famous for its closed ecosystem, long battery life and optimal performance.
Meanwhile, Dell focuses on flexibility, scalability, and a modern Windows experience.
Quick comparison table
Criteria Dell XPS 13 Apple MacBook Neo
Operating system Windows 11 macOS
AI PC Yes Yes
More diverse connection ports, more limited
High Low software customization
Windows Apple ecosystem
Starting price is about 2.6 million VND higher. Lower
How much is the price difference?
According to published information, the Dell XPS 13 has a starting price of about 100 USD higher than the MacBook Neo.
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The price gap is not too large in the high-end laptop segment but is enough for users to consider.
Dell is targeting Apple's weaknesses
In recent years, many professional users believe that Apple has increasingly tightly controlled the hardware experience.
Some limitations are often mentioned
Dell XPS 13 MacBook Neo user needs
Better Windows Gaming Limited
Flexible upgrades Better Limited
External device connectivity Better than Average
Enterprise software compatibility Wider Narrower
This is the customer group Dell wants to attract.
Apple still has huge advantages
However, it would be a mistake to underestimate the MacBook Neo.
Apple still possesses many strengths that make millions of users loyal
Optimal performance per watt of power consumed
Battery life is often market leading
The iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch ecosystem is extremely strong
Ability to synchronize data almost instantly
High resale value after many years of use
That's why MacBook is still the top choice of students, content creators and office workers.
Who will be the winner?
The answer depends on actual needs.
If you need
✅ Windows operating system
✅ Many connection options
✅ Enterprise software compatibility
✅ Experience the latest AI PC
Dell XPS 13 is a very notable choice.
If you need
✅ Extremely long battery
✅ Apple ecosystem
✅ High stability
✅ Minimalist design
MacBook Neo is still a very difficult opponent to defeat.
The laptop war in 2026 is hotter than ever
No longer a simple configuration race, companies are competing with AI, software and user experience.
The new Dell XPS 13 shows that Windows manufacturers no longer want to be behind Apple. Publicly declaring that there are features that the MacBook Neo does not possess shows that Dell is very confident in its product.
Is the Dell XPS 13 enough to pull users out of the Apple ecosystem or is the MacBook Neo still the standard for high-end laptops in 2026?
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