Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) vs Dell XPS 15 OLED
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)18in category
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)254 PPI #2
Dell XPS 15 OLED261 PPI #1
189 PPI261 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness18in category
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)500 nits #13
Dell XPS 15 OLED500 nits #13
500 nits1600 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut17in category
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)100% #1
Dell XPS 15 OLED100% #1
97%100%
Refresh Rate
Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345)60 Hz
Dell XPS 15 OLED60 Hz
StandardHighUltra
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: comparable — Both screens offer similar brightness (400 vs 400 nits SDR). Neither has a meaningful advantage for outdoor use.
Key Differences
| Specification | Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) | Dell XPS 15 OLED |
|---|---|---|
| Response Time | 0.2 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG |
| Year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Screen Size | 13.4" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 2880×1800 | 3456×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 254 | 261 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 35cm | 33cm |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 95% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 96% |
All specifications
| Specification | Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) 2024 | Dell XPS 15 OLED 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 13.4" | 15.6" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2880×1800 | 3456×2160 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 254 | 261 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 35cm | 33cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | OLED | 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 | 0.2 ms GTG (Better) | 1 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | DisplayHDR True Black 500 |
| SDR Brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 130 W | 130 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 95% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 100% · Adobe RGB 96% (Better) |
| Year | 2024 (Better) | 2023 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) or Dell XPS 15 OLED?
The Dell XPS 15 OLED has 261 PPI compared to 254 PPI for the Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345).
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Dell XPS 15 OLED requires 33cm vs 35cm for the Dell XPS 13 OLED (9345) 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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