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💻 Dell Pro Plus 16 vs. Pro Plus 13: Business Laptop Comparison

AI-powered analysis across 23 matched specifications

Dell Pro Plus 16 (PB16250) premium business laptop, three-quarter view
Dell Pro Plus 16
Dell
8.2
Overall Score
Best for desk-based professionals needing a large, high-resolution display and all-day battery life.
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Dell Pro 13 Plus (PB13250) business laptop in silver — front view of the 13.3-inch 16:10 anti-glare display
Dell Pro 13 Plus
Dell
7.6
Overall Score
Best for mobile workers prioritising lightweight design and future-proof upgradeable RAM.
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Performance Overview

Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)

PerformanceDisplayBattery & ThermalsManageability & SecurityExpandability & RepairEcosystem & SoftwareValue
Dell Pro Plus 16
Dell Pro 13 Plus
Performance
Dell Pro Plus 16
8.5
Dell Pro 13 Plus
7.8
Display
Dell Pro Plus 16
9.0
Dell Pro 13 Plus
7.0
Battery & Thermals
Dell Pro Plus 16
8.5
Dell Pro 13 Plus
7.0
Manageability & Security
Dell Pro Plus 16
8.0
Dell Pro 13 Plus
8.2
Expandability & Repair
Dell Pro Plus 16
6.5
Dell Pro 13 Plus
8.0
Ecosystem & Software
Dell Pro Plus 16
8.0
Dell Pro 13 Plus
8.0
Value
Dell Pro Plus 16
8.8
Dell Pro 13 Plus
7.5

Detailed Specifications

Specification
Dell Pro Plus 16
Dell
Dell Pro 13 Plus
Dell
Performance
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)Intel Core Ultra 7 265U (Series 2) — 12 cores / 14 threads, up to 5.3 GHz, 12 MB cache, 15 W base, vPro
CPU cores--12 cores / 14 threads (Core Ultra 7 265U)
GraphicsIntel Arc Graphics integratedIntel Graphics (integrated); on-die Intel AI Boost NPU
Discrete GPUIntegrated Intel Arc graphicsIntegrated Intel graphics
Memory & storage
Maximum memoryUp to 64 GB LPDDR5x-8533 (soldered)32 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM — two slots, upgradeable to 64 GB
Memory typeLPDDR5x-8533 (soldered)DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (two slots)
Maximum storage2× M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD bays (up to 4 TB total)512 GB M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; platform options 256 GB – 2 TB incl. self-encrypting (Opal)
Display
Display size16.0"13.3"
Resolution2560 × 16001920 × 1200
Brightness✓400 nits300 nits
Panel16.0" QHD+ (2560 × 1600) IPS anti-glare, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, 16:1013.3" 16:10 FHD+ (1920 × 1200) IPS anti-glare, 300 nits, 60 Hz, 45% NTSC, non-touch; touch and 400-nit ComfortView Plus panels to order
Touchscreen--Touch panel to order
Connectivity
Thunderbolt / USB4 ports2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4)2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, DisplayPort alt mode, Power Delivery)
Ports2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4), 2× USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 GbE, microSD, 3.5 mm combo2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, DisplayPort alt mode, PD), 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one with PowerShare), HDMI 2.1, headset jack, smart-card slot, wedge lock slot — no SD reader
Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option5G Sub-6 — eSIM (option)4G/5G WWAN configurable to order
Physical
Weight (from)From 1.68 kg (3.70 lb)✓From 1.347 kg (2.97 lb)
Dimensions356.7 × 247.4 × 17.5 mm300.0 × 215.0 × 19.79 mm (20.75 mm max)
Security & management
Intel vProIntel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)Intel Core Ultra 7 265U with vPro
Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU)--Not Copilot+-class — Core Ultra 200U silicon; Dell reserves Copilot+ for the 200V builds of this chassis
Battery
Battery capacity✓4-cell 78 Wh (ExpressCharge 1.0 + Boost)3-cell 55 Wh
Rated battery lifeExpressCharge 1.0 + Boost — full charge in around 90 minutes; Boost 35% in 20 minExpressCharge to ~80% in an hour
Support
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro, Ubuntu 24.04 LTSWindows 11 Pro installed; Windows 11 Home and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS supported
Base warranty1-year ProSupport (extendable to 5-year ProSupport Plus)Dell business warranty — ProSupport and ProSupport Plus uplifts quoted
Performance
Processor
Dell Pro Plus 16Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)
Dell Pro 13 PlusIntel Core Ultra 7 265U (Series 2) — 12 cores / 14 threads, up to 5.3 GHz, 12 MB cache, 15 W base, vPro
CPU cores
Dell Pro Plus 16--
Dell Pro 13 Plus12 cores / 14 threads (Core Ultra 7 265U)
Graphics
Dell Pro Plus 16Intel Arc Graphics integrated
Dell Pro 13 PlusIntel Graphics (integrated); on-die Intel AI Boost NPU
Discrete GPU
Dell Pro Plus 16Integrated Intel Arc graphics
Dell Pro 13 PlusIntegrated Intel graphics
Memory & storage
Maximum memory
Dell Pro Plus 16Up to 64 GB LPDDR5x-8533 (soldered)
Dell Pro 13 Plus32 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM — two slots, upgradeable to 64 GB
Memory type
Dell Pro Plus 16LPDDR5x-8533 (soldered)
Dell Pro 13 PlusDDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (two slots)
Maximum storage
Dell Pro Plus 162× M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD bays (up to 4 TB total)
Dell Pro 13 Plus512 GB M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; platform options 256 GB – 2 TB incl. self-encrypting (Opal)
Display
Display size
Dell Pro Plus 1616.0"
Dell Pro 13 Plus13.3"
Resolution
Dell Pro Plus 162560 × 1600
Dell Pro 13 Plus1920 × 1200
Brightness
Dell Pro Plus 16400 nits
Dell Pro 13 Plus300 nits
Panel
Dell Pro Plus 1616.0" QHD+ (2560 × 1600) IPS anti-glare, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, 16:10
Dell Pro 13 Plus13.3" 16:10 FHD+ (1920 × 1200) IPS anti-glare, 300 nits, 60 Hz, 45% NTSC, non-touch; touch and 400-nit ComfortView Plus panels to order
Touchscreen
Dell Pro Plus 16--
Dell Pro 13 PlusTouch panel to order
Connectivity
Thunderbolt / USB4 ports
Dell Pro Plus 162× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4)
Dell Pro 13 Plus2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, DisplayPort alt mode, Power Delivery)
Ports
Dell Pro Plus 162× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4), 2× USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 GbE, microSD, 3.5 mm combo
Dell Pro 13 Plus2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB4, DisplayPort alt mode, PD), 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one with PowerShare), HDMI 2.1, headset jack, smart-card slot, wedge lock slot — no SD reader
Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option
Dell Pro Plus 165G Sub-6 — eSIM (option)
Dell Pro 13 Plus4G/5G WWAN configurable to order
Physical
Weight (from)
Dell Pro Plus 16From 1.68 kg (3.70 lb)
Dell Pro 13 PlusFrom 1.347 kg (2.97 lb)
Dimensions
Dell Pro Plus 16356.7 × 247.4 × 17.5 mm
Dell Pro 13 Plus300.0 × 215.0 × 19.79 mm (20.75 mm max)
Security & management
Intel vPro
Dell Pro Plus 16Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)
Dell Pro 13 PlusIntel Core Ultra 7 265U with vPro
Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU)
Dell Pro Plus 16--
Dell Pro 13 PlusNot Copilot+-class — Core Ultra 200U silicon; Dell reserves Copilot+ for the 200V builds of this chassis
Battery
Battery capacity
Dell Pro Plus 164-cell 78 Wh (ExpressCharge 1.0 + Boost)
Dell Pro 13 Plus3-cell 55 Wh
Rated battery life
Dell Pro Plus 16ExpressCharge 1.0 + Boost — full charge in around 90 minutes; Boost 35% in 20 min
Dell Pro 13 PlusExpressCharge to ~80% in an hour
Support
Operating system
Dell Pro Plus 16Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Dell Pro 13 PlusWindows 11 Pro installed; Windows 11 Home and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS supported
Base warranty
Dell Pro Plus 161-year ProSupport (extendable to 5-year ProSupport Plus)
Dell Pro 13 PlusDell business warranty — ProSupport and ProSupport Plus uplifts quoted
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Expert Analysis

Specs web-verified from manufacturer datasheets · Servnet-reviewed · Last reviewed 26 Jul 2026

The Dell Pro Plus 16 is the superior choice for performance and endurance, while the Pro Plus 13 excels in portability and memory flexibility. The 16-inch model offers a sharper and brighter QHD+ display, a much larger 78 Wh battery, and dual storage bays, making it ideal for desk-centric power users. However, its LPDDR5x memory is soldered, limiting future upgrades. In contrast, the 13-inch laptop weighs just 1.347 kg and provides two SO-DIMM slots for user-upgradeable RAM, a decisive advantage for IT teams planning refreshes. It also includes vPro out of the box, whereas vPro is optional on the 16-inch. The smaller 55 Wh battery and basic 300-nit panel are trade-offs for mobility. Both machines share strong connectivity with dual Thunderbolt 4 ports and WWAN options. Ultimately, the Pro Plus 16 delivers better value for buyers who prioritise screen real estate and battery life, while the Pro Plus 13 suits frequent travellers who need a light, adaptable device.

Dell Pro Plus 16
Best for desk-based professionals needing a large, high-resolution display and all-day battery life.
Dell Pro 13 Plus
Best for mobile workers prioritising lightweight design and future-proof upgradeable RAM.

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