Are there any alternatives?

The HP Spectre x360 13 remains a strong competitor to the XPS 13, and it’s now available with Tiger Lake in the same diminutive and striking package. You’ll also save several hundred dollars over the equivalent XPS 13. You can also consider the Spectre x360 14, which uses an even more productivity-friendly 3:2 aspect ratio for its display and equips Tiger Lake components, all for about the same price as the XPS 13.

　　We’ve recommended the MacBook Air as an alternative, but that’s complicated now by Apple’s migration to its own Apple Silicon M1 CPU that completely changes the game. We’ll be reviewing that soon, so hang tight to see if it’s a viable alternative to the XPS 13.

　　Finally, Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 3 is a laptop to consider given its similar price, weight, and thickness. It uses the 3:2 aspect ratio and so is more productivity friendly. And it’s a great-looking laptop to boot.

　　

How long will it last?

The XPS 13 9310 has an impressive build quality that evokes confidence in years of faithful service, and its components are up to date and should be able to keep things humming. The one-year warranty is industry standard and disappointing as usual, but you can always buy an extended warranty if you’re worried about long-term coverage.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. The XPS 13 9310 remains the best laptop around.