Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026
Dell XPS 13 2026 wins 6 of the 12 categories we compared, against 2 for Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 (4 tied) — including overall score (5.7/10 vs 4.4/10).
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: our verdict
XPS is built for anyone who wants top-tier performance, a sharper 2560 x 1600 resolution, and a premium, lightweight design that’s easy to carry at just 1 kilogram. Skip it if you care most about keyboard feel or input experience. The one reason to hesitate: XPS’s keyboard and trackpad are less satisfying to use than others in this price range.
Aspire is for buyers who want a comfortable typing experience and the flexibility to choose from three CPU options and three storage sizes, making it ideal for students or office users who value input comfort and upgrade paths. Skip Aspire if you care most about a sharper screen or a premium-feeling chassis. The one reason to hesitate: Aspire’s TN LCD panel with 1920 x 1080 resolution lacks the crispness and viewing angles of higher-end displays.
Summarised from our video comparison of these two laptops.
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Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Overall Score
| Spec |
 Acer Aspire 15 A15-51
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 Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Overall score | 4.4/10 | 5.7/10 |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Build & Design
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Portability score | 7.1/10 | 10/10 |
| Weight | 1.77 kg | 1 kg |
| Thickness | 17.9 mm | 12.7 mm |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes | No |
| Vapor chamber cooling | No | No |
| Numeric keypad | Yes | No |
| Windows Precision touchpad | Yes | Yes |
| Facial recognition | No | Yes |
| Build material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Available colors | Gray | Silver, Gray |
| Keyboard | Backlit, Island | Backlit, Island |
| Key travel | 1.4 mm | 0.8 mm |
| Cooling system | Active | Active |
| Dimensions | 362.9 x 237.5 x 17.9 mm | 296.9 x 200.66 x 12.7 mm |
| Footprint | 862 cm2 (133.6 inches2) | 596 cm2 (92.4 inches2) |
| Touchpad size | — | 11.8 x 6.8 cm |
| Touchpad surface | Plastic | Glass |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Benchmarks
| Spec |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Performance score | 5/10 | 5.6/10 |
| Cinebench (multi-core) | 369 | 566 |
| Cinebench (single-core) | 106 | 113 |
| Geekbench (multi-core) | 6302 | 7705 |
| Geekbench (single-core) | 2436 | 2460 |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: CPU
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| CPU threads | 8 | 6 |
| CPU | Intel Core 3 100U | Intel Core 5 320 |
| CPU cores | 6 (2P + 4E) | 6 (2P + 4E) |
| CPU base frequency | 1.2 GHz | 1.5 GHz |
| CPU turbo frequency | 4.7 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| CPU L3 cache | 10 MB | 6 MB |
| CPU manufacturing process | 10 nm | 2 nm |
| CPU configurations available | Intel Core 3 100U Intel Core 5 120U Intel Core 7 150U | Intel Core 5 320 |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: GPU
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| GPU compute | 1.3 TFLOPS | 1.3 TFLOPS |
| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics (64 EU) | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2-Core) |
| GPU type | Integrated | Integrated |
| Integrated GPU | Intel UHD Graphics (64 EU) | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2-Core) |
| GPU VRAM | System Shared | System Shared |
| GPU memory type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| GPU base clock | 300 MHz | 300 MHz |
| GPU boost clock | 1250 MHz | 2500 MHz |
| GPU power (TGP) | 15 W | 25 W |
| GPU configurations available | Intel UHD Graphics (64 EU) | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2-Core) |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Memory
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM upgradable | No | No |
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| RAM clock speed | 6400 MHz | 7467 MHz |
| RAM slots | 1 | 1 |
| RAM channels | 1x8 GB | 1x8 GB |
| RAM configurations available | 8GB|16GB | 8GB|16GB |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Storage
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| NVMe storage | Yes | Yes |
| Storage upgradable | Yes | Yes |
| Storage type | SSD (M2) | SSD (M2) |
| Storage interface | PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) | PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) |
| Storage configurations available | 256GB, 512GB, 1 TB | 256GB, 512GB |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Display
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Display score | 2.4/10 | 6.7/10 |
| Display size | 15.6 in | 13.4 in |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 500 nits |
| Pixel density | 141 ppi | 225 ppi |
| Touchscreen | No | Yes |
| HDR support | No | No |
| Display type | TN LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Screen coating | Matte | Matte |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Contrast ratio | — | 1600:1 |
| sRGB coverage | — | 100% |
| Response time | — | 35 ms |
| Screen-to-body ratio | ~77.9% | ~87.4% |
| Side bezels | 8.8 mm | 4.1 mm |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Battery
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Battery score | 6.4/10 | 6.3/10 |
| Battery capacity | 53 Wh | 52 Wh |
| Charging speed | 65 W | 65 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Proprietary charging | Yes | No |
| Battery type | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| Battery voltage | — | 11.7 V |
| Full charge time | 1:35 hr | — |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Connectivity score | 6.1/10 | 7.9/10 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 6 | 7 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 6 |
| Thunderbolt | No | No |
| Ethernet port | No | No |
| HDMI port | Yes | No |
| DisplayPort | No | No |
| SD card reader | No | No |
| USB-A ports | 2x USB 3.2 | No |
| USB-C ports | 1x USB 4.0 | 2x USB 4.0 |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Audio
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Dolby Atmos | No | Yes |
| Speaker configuration | 2.0 | 2.2 (2 tweeters and 2 woofers) |
| Audio chip | — | CirrusLogic CS42L43 |
| Speaker power | — | 2x2W, 2x3W |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: OS & Software
| Spec |
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 vs Dell XPS 13 2026: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51
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Dell XPS 13 2026
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| 2-in-1 convertible | No | No |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD | 1080p FHD |
| Webcam position | Above the display | Above the display |
Where each laptop wins
Acer Aspire 15 A15-51
- Battery score: 6.4/10 (vs 6.3/10)
- CPU threads: 8 (vs 6)
- Display size: 15.6 in (vs 13.4 in)
- Battery capacity: 53 Wh (vs 52 Wh)
- Fingerprint reader
- Numeric keypad
- HDMI port
Dell XPS 13 2026
- Overall score: 5.7/10 (vs 4.4/10)
- Performance score: 5.6/10 (vs 5/10)
- Portability score: 10/10 (vs 7.1/10)
- Display score: 6.7/10 (vs 2.4/10)
- Connectivity score: 7.9/10 (vs 6.1/10)
- Cinebench (multi-core): 566 (vs 369)
- Cinebench (single-core): 113 (vs 106)
- Geekbench (multi-core): 7705 (vs 6302)
- Geekbench (single-core): 2460 (vs 2436)
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz (vs 60 Hz)
- Brightness: 500 nits (vs 300 nits)
- Pixel density: 225 ppi (vs 141 ppi)
- Touchscreen
- Weight: 1 kg (vs 1.77 kg)
- Thickness: 12.7 mm (vs 17.9 mm)
- Facial recognition
- Wi-Fi generation: 7 (vs 6)
- Bluetooth version: 6 (vs 5.3)
- Dolby Atmos
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 or the Dell XPS 13 2026?
Dell XPS 13 2026 wins 6 of the 12 categories we compared, against 2 for Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 (4 tied) — including overall score (5.7/10 vs 4.4/10).
Which is cheaper, the Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 or the Dell XPS 13 2026?
Both cost around $699, so the choice comes down to specs rather than price.
What are the main differences between the Acer Aspire 15 A15-51 and the Dell XPS 13 2026?
The biggest gaps are in overall score (5.7/10 on the Dell XPS 13 2026 vs 4.4/10); performance score (5.6/10 on the Dell XPS 13 2026 vs 5/10); portability score (10/10 on the Dell XPS 13 2026 vs 7.1/10).