Dell XPS 16 9640 vs Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the Dell XPS 16 9640, making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) leads overall, while the XPS 16 9640 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Dell XPS 16 9640 (Geekbench multi 13,400 vs 11,600).
- Longer battery: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (14.2h vs 9h web).
- Lighter: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (1.36 kg vs 2.1 kg).
- Cheaper: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (saves about $1,250 CAD).
XPS 16 9640 vs Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Dell XPS 16 9640 is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 13,400 against 11,600 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) — roughly 16% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Dell XPS 16 9640 averaged 78 FPS versus 31 FPS. The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) lasts longer away from a charger, running 14.2 hours in our web-browsing test versus 9 hours. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is also easier to carry at 1.36 kg versus 2.1 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Dell XPS 16 9640 uses a 16.3-inch OLED panel (3840 x 2400, 90Hz), while the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) measured brighter at 416 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $1,250 less than the Dell XPS 16 9640. Weighed against our test scores (7.8 vs 8.2 overall), the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) offers the better value for the money, while the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Dell XPS 16 9640 review and Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the XPS 16 9640 and the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | XPS 16 9640 | Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.8 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $3,199 | $1,949 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (60W) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 32GB LPDDR5x | 32GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 16.3" OLED | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 408 nits | 416 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 9 h | 14.2 h ✓ |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 1.36 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 13,400 ✓ | 11,600 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 78 fps ✓ | 31 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (onsite available) | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the Dell XPS 16 9640, making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) leads overall, while the XPS 16 9640 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the XPS 16 9640 or the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10)?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the Dell XPS 16 9640, making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) leads overall, while the XPS 16 9640 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Dell XPS 16 9640 is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for travel.
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