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Dell XPS 13 9305 (2021)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics · Core i7-1165G7 · 16GB RAM · 13.3" FHD+
$1,299
Dell XPS 13 9305 (2021) is a ultrabook laptop built around the Core i7-1165G7 and Intel Iris Xe Graphics, paired with 16GB RAM and a 13.3" FHD+ display.
It weighs 2.64 lbs and is rated by the manufacturer for 12 hours of battery — independent reviews suggest ~8.4 hours of real-world use.
For local AI workloads, 0 GB VRAM + 16 GB RAM means the system can runs ~8b llms locally.
At $1,299, Laptop Index gives it an overall score of 54/100 (tier C+).
Specifications
BrandDell
CategoryUltrabook
GPUIntel Iris Xe Graphics
CPUCore i7-1165G7
RAM16 GB
VRAM0 GB
Screen13.3" FHD+
Weight2.64 lbs
Battery (claimed)12 hrs
Battery (realistic)~8.4 hrs
Price (USD)$1,299
Laptop Index scores
Overall tierC+ · 54/100
GPU score9/100
CPU score58/100
AI / LLM capability~8B params
Local AI verdictRuns ~8B LLMs locally