Are there are any alternatives?

The MacBook Pro 16-inch is this laptop’s main competitor. It’s more expensive, though, and doesn’t offer as powerful of graphics performance.

　　The Razer Blade Pro 17 poses a strong threat to the XPS 17. The updated model now offers the same eight-core Intel processor, but it can be configured up to an Nvidia RTX 2080 Super Max-Q graphics card. It also has a much faster 300Hz refresh rate screen for smoother gaming. The Razer Blade Pro 17 is larger and heavier, and can only be configured with a 4K screen starting at a whopping $3,800.

　　Lastly, Dell’s own XPS 15 should be considered as an alternative. It’s a bit cheaper, smaller, gets better battery life, and is still quite powerful.

　　

How long will it last?

The Dell XPS 17 should last you at least five years. It’s a well-built and powerful laptop. You can even upgrade the memory or storage down the line if you need to. It comes with a one-year warranty, though Dell offers extended accidental damage service or premium hardware support up to four years.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. The Dell XPS 17 is a supremely powerful laptop, uniquely fit for content creators.