Dell XPS 13 vs MSI Creator 17

Great quality keyboard
Large keys with less gaps and low backlight bleed
Overall good quality
Compatible with Linux
Thunderbolt charging capabilities
Great for content creation
8-core i9-11900H processor, RTX 3080 graphics, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD and 4K 17.3" HDR 1000 Mini LED display
Good selection of ports including Thunderbolt 4
100% Adobe RGB display
Excellent battery life
Not budget friendly
May have issues with difficult monitor set ups
Not suitable for those who prefer Thinkpad or Spectre keyboards
Not portable
No numpad on 15" model
Expensive

Verdict

The Dell XPS 13 is a premium laptop that can be configured with a touchscreen. It has a good quality keyboard and large keys with less gaps, and low backlight bleed. It also has an overall good quality, though it may have some issues with difficult monitor set ups. It is compatible with Linux and comes with Thunderbolt charging capabilities. However, it is on the expensive side.

Verdict

The MSI Creator 17 is a great laptop for content creation, with its 8-core i9-11900H processor, RTX 3080 graphics, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD and 4K 17.3" HDR 1000 Mini LED display. It has excellent battery life and a good selection of ports including Thunderbolt 4. The 100% Adobe RGB display makes it ideal for Photoshop and Illustrator work. However, it does not have a numpad on the 15" model.

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