Dell XPS line may adopt Google system to rival Apple MacBooks
A turnaround in the technology market points to a significant change in the Dell XPS notebook line. A recent leak that circulated suggests that Dell is exploring the adoption of a new operating system and hardware with Arm architecture, seeking to integrate them into the Googlebook ecosystem, a recent initiative by Google. This maneuver could position the brand in direct competition with Apple’s acclaimed MacBooks.
The origin of the information lies in the discovery of an internal board, identified by the codename “Mica”, found in the Chromium development repositories. This board is directly linked to Qualcomm’s chip architecture, developed for the notebook platform that Google is implementing. The connection with Dell was confirmed through detailed analysis of the source code, which revealed the use of proprietary power and battery management routines, characteristics of the Texan manufacturer’s firmware.
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Later, listings on Geekbench 6 revealed a specific model called “Dell XPS 13 (DX13267)”. This code is very similar to the current Windows versions. The test results point to the inclusion of a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor, not the Snapdragon X2, with a capacity of up to 32 GB of RAM. The device also runs a trial version of Aluminum OS, an operating system derived from the Android framework.
In CPU evaluations, the Qualcomm chip-equipped Dell XPS scored 2,200 in single-threaded operations and 9,500 in multi-threaded operations. It is important to remember, however, that these numbers are from a model in the testing phase and may not represent the final performance of the product.
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Analysis of this model’s product code suggests that the alternative version of the XPS should feature a 13.4-inch, touch-sensitive OLED screen with a resolution of 2,880 x 1,800 pixels. Additionally, the notebook will include support for Wi-Fi 7 and multiple USB-C connections. The project is also expected to incorporate features exclusive to Googlebooks, such as a light bar integrated into the chassis and new biometric sensors.
Historically, the Dell XPS has been positioned as a premium product. If this leak does indeed confirm a Googlebook from Dell, the device will likely hit the market with a hefty price tag. However, Google itself has already assured that it will provide more accessible options for consumers.
