Dell XPS 13 9350 vs LG gram Pro 16 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.0 for the Dell XPS 13 9350, making it the stronger all-rounder. The Dell XPS 13 9350 is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the XPS 13 9350 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Dell XPS 13 9350 (Geekbench multi 14,100 vs 10,800).
- Longer battery: Dell XPS 13 9350 (15.2h vs 14.6h web).
- Lighter: Dell XPS 13 9350 (1.19 kg vs 1.29 kg).
- Display: IPS (Dell XPS 13 9350) vs OLED (LG gram Pro 16 (2025)).
- Cheaper: Dell XPS 13 9350 (saves about $900 CAD).
XPS 13 9350 vs gram Pro 16 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Dell XPS 13 9350 is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 14,100 against 10,800 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) — roughly 31% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) averaged 28 FPS versus 18 FPS. The Dell XPS 13 9350 is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Dell XPS 13 9350 lasts longer away from a charger, running 15.2 hours in our web-browsing test versus 14.6 hours. The Dell XPS 13 9350 is also easier to carry at 1.19 kg versus 1.29 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Dell XPS 13 9350 uses a 13.4-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1200, 60Hz), while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Dell XPS 13 9350 measured brighter at 478 nits, and covered 78% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Dell XPS 13 9350 is the cheaper option in Canada, about $900 less than the LG gram Pro 16 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.0 vs 8.2 overall), the Dell XPS 13 9350 offers the better value for the money, while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Dell XPS 13 9350 review and LG gram Pro 16 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the XPS 13 9350 and the gram Pro 16 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | XPS 13 9350 | gram Pro 16 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.0 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $1,499 ✓ | $2,399 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 512GB | 1000GB ✓ |
| Display | 13.4" IPS | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 478 nits ✓ | 386 nits |
| Battery (web) | 15.2 h ✓ | 14.6 h |
| Weight | 1.19 kg ✓ | 1.29 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 14,100 ✓ | 10,800 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 18 fps | 28 fps ✓ |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (onsite available) | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.0 for the Dell XPS 13 9350, making it the stronger all-rounder. The Dell XPS 13 9350 is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the XPS 13 9350 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the XPS 13 9350 or the gram Pro 16 (2025)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.0 for the Dell XPS 13 9350, making it the stronger all-rounder. The Dell XPS 13 9350 is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the XPS 13 9350 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Dell XPS 13 9350 is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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