Apple MacBook Neo vs Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)18in category
Apple MacBook Neo219 PPI #13
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)254 PPI #2
189 PPI261 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness18in category
Apple MacBook Neo500 nits #13
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)500 nits #13
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)100% #1
97%100%
Refresh Rate
Apple MacBook Neo60 Hz
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)60 Hz
StandardHighUltra
Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 50cm. The Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) has 14% higher pixel density (254 vs 219 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 35cm.
- Brightness: advantage Apple MacBook Neo — The Apple MacBook Neo is 25% brighter in SDR (500 vs 400 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 500 vs 500 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Apple MacBook Neo | Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) |
|---|---|---|
| SDR Brightness | 500 nits | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 95% |
| Year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Screen Size | 13" | 13.4" |
| Resolution | 2408×1506 | 2880×1800 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 219 | 254 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 40cm | 35cm |
| Response Time | 25 ms GTG | 0.2 ms GTG |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,200 | 1:1,000,000 |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 30 W | 130 W |
All specifications
| Specification | Apple MacBook Neo 2026 | Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 13" | 13.4" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2408×1506 | 2880×1800 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 219 | 254 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 40cm | 35cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 25 ms GTG | 0.2 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | DisplayHDR True Black 500 |
| SDR Brightness | 500 nits (Better) | 400 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,200 | 1:1,000,000 (Better) |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 30 W | 130 W (Better) |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 95% |
| Year | 2026 (Better) | 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple MacBook Neo or Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)?
The Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) has 254 PPI compared to 219 PPI for the Apple MacBook Neo.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) requires 35cm vs 40cm for the Apple MacBook Neo to reach retina quality.
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Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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