Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro vs Dell XPS 15 OLED
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro
16.2" · 3456×2234 · Mini-LED
Optimal Viewing Distance 34cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)18in category
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro254 PPI #2
Dell XPS 15 OLED261 PPI #1
189 PPI261 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness18in category
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro1600 nits #1
Dell XPS 15 OLED500 nits #13
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut17in category
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro100% #1
Dell XPS 15 OLED100% #1
97%100%
Refresh Rate
Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro120 Hz
Dell XPS 15 OLED60 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: identical — Both screens are retina at 50cm. With nearly identical pixel density (254 vs 261 PPI), there is no visible difference in sharpness.
- Brightness: advantage Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro — The Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro is 150% brighter in SDR (1000 vs 400 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 1600 vs 500 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro | Dell XPS 15 OLED |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 16.2" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3456×2234 | 3456×2160 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits | 400 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits | 500 nits |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 140 W | 130 W |
| Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 254 | 261 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 34cm | 33cm |
| Response Time | 3 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 89% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 96% |
All specifications
| Specification | Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro 2024 | Dell XPS 15 OLED 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 16.2" (Better) | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3456×2234 (Better) | 3456×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 254 | 261 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 34cm | 33cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz (Better) | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 3 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | DisplayHDR True Black 500 |
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits (Better) | 400 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits (Better) | 500 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · USB-C | USB-C |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 140 W (Better) | 130 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 89% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 96% (Better) |
| Year | 2024 (Better) | 2023 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro or Dell XPS 15 OLED?
The Dell XPS 15 OLED has 261 PPI compared to 254 PPI for the Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Dell XPS 15 OLED requires 33cm vs 34cm for the Apple MacBook Pro 16" M4 Pro 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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