MacBook Pro 2016 vs Dell XPS 15: Can Apple Beat Tough Rival? Release Date, Specs, Pricing and What You Need to Know
Apple's Highly Regarded MacBook Pro 2016 Competes with Dell XPS 15
The MacBook Pro 2016 is expected to pull up Apple's PC sales in the third quarter but with Dell XPS 15 coming around the corner; will they be able to do it?
Apple's MacBook Pro 2016 has been heavily anticipated by diehard MacBook users but the coming of Dell XPS 15 in Windows 10 is expected to convert some due to its specs. Both laptops are considered the top models of their companies but when it comes to spec, features and pricing, which device has the best to offer?
MacBook Pro 2016 vs Dell XPS 15 Rumors, Specs and Features
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The MacBook Pro 2016 is rumored to have Intel's 6th gen Skylake chip with 8GB RAM and 1TB internal storage. The same goes with Dell XPS 15 in terms of processing chip and RAM but they will have other internal memory options, The Bitbag reports.
In terms of display, the MacBook Pro 2016 will have a 5K display with 5120x2880 screen resolution. The Pro 2016 will reportedly have its own GPU and have the ability to support Augmented Reality. The Dell XPS 15 is also impressive with a bigger 15.6-inch display with 4K Ultra HD InfinityEdge touch display.
For the operating system, the MacBook Pro 2016 will have macOS Sierra and Dell XPS 15 will have Windows 10.
Another rumor making rounds on the internet about the MacBook Pro 2016 is the inclusion of the OLED touch bar. The keys of MacBook will have the OLED touch bar and it will be capable of fingerprint reading. As for the Dell XPS 15, it also has a touchscreen option.
For the battery life, the Dell XPS 15 has an 84Whr battery so it is safe to charge it all day unless the unit is the standard-resolution display. For the MacBook Pro 2016, there is no official statement yet about how many hours the laptop can function. The MacBook Pro 2015 easily has 10 hours for surfing the net and about 12 hours of iTunes video watching. Apple is expected to increase the battery capability of the new generation MacBook Pro.
MacBook Pro 2016 vs Dell XPS 15 Pricing
The pricing for the Dell XPS 15 is $1000 for the standard-resolution version with dual-core chip, 500GB hard drive, Forbes reported. However, the pricing is at $1,600 to nearly $3,000 for the higher end ones with the high-resolution display and quad-core processor.
For the MacBook Pro 2016 pricing, Neurogadget noted that it may be for sale between $1,100 to $2,500 depending on the specs and version chosen.
