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Manufacturer: Dell Last updated: 2026-10-10
Dell XPS Googlebook Review
The Dell XPS Googlebook pairs a Snapdragon X Elite X1E-80-100 with 32 GB of LPDDR5X and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, behind a 13.4-inch 2560x1600 120 Hz touchscreen that covers 100% DCI-P3.
It is one of the first Googlebooks, Google's premium laptop line that runs Googlebook OS rather than Windows or ChromeOS. At about 1 kg with a 52 Wh battery (Dell rates the 16 GB model at up to 16 hours of streaming), it is built to be carried all day. The memory is LPDDR5X soldered to the board, so the capacity you buy is the capacity you keep. The trade-off is ports: there are only two 10 Gbps USB-C ports and no Thunderbolt, so expect a dongle or dock for wired displays and older accessories.
Our verdict
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- Travellers who want a roughly 1 kg Googlebook with a sharp 13.4-inch 120 Hz touchscreen
- Buyers who want 32 GB of memory fixed at purchase on a Snapdragon X Elite chip
Not for
- Anyone who needs Thunderbolt, USB-A or HDMI without a dongle
- Buyers who may want more RAM later, since it is soldered
Specifications
What these specs meanIdentity and variant
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Series | XPS Googlebook |
| Series ID | dell-xps-googlebook |
| Chassis Code | DX13267 |
| Region Sold | North America |
Class and platform
| Laptop Class | Thin and Light |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2026 |
| Operating System | Googlebook OS |
| Weight | 1 kg |
Processor
| CPU Brand | Qualcomm |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Snapdragon X Elite X1E-80-100 |
| CPU Cores | 12 |
Graphics
| GPU Brand | Qualcomm |
|---|---|
| GPU Model | Adreno |
Memory
| RAM Capacity | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
| RAM Speed | 8448 MT/s |
| Memory Soldered | Yes |
Upgradability
| Storage Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
|---|
Storage as shipped
| Storage Capacity | 1024 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Display
| Display Size | 13.4 inches |
|---|---|
| Resolution Width | 2560 px |
| Resolution Height | 1600 px |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 500 nits |
| Brightness Condition | Vendor Unstated |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Battery and ports
| Battery Capacity | 52 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery Life Light Load | 16 hours |
| Thunderbolt Support | None |
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 7 |
FAQs
What operating system does the Dell XPS Googlebook run?
It runs Googlebook OS, the operating system Google introduced for its premium Googlebook laptops in 2026. It is not Windows or ChromeOS.
Can you upgrade the RAM in the Dell XPS Googlebook?
No. It uses 32 GB of LPDDR5X soldered to the board, so the memory cannot be upgraded after purchase. Choose the capacity you need when you buy.
What display does the Dell XPS Googlebook have?
The Dell XPS Googlebook has a 13.4-inch 2560x1600 120 Hz touch display covering 100% DCI-P3.
Does the Dell XPS Googlebook have Thunderbolt?
No. Its USB-C ports run at 10 Gbps and do not support Thunderbolt or USB4.
How big is the battery in the Dell XPS Googlebook?
It has a 52 Wh battery. Dell's 16-hour streaming claim is for the 16 GB model.