Key Takeaways
1. Dell introduced two new laptops, the Pro Max 16 Plus and Pro Max 18 Plus, expected to launch around July 2025.
2. Both models feature a powerful “55 Watt Intel CPU” and can be equipped with an Nvidia RTX Pro 5000 GPU, offering up to 24 GB of VRAM.
3. Users can upgrade memory and storage easily, with options for up to 256 GB of CAMM memory and storage capacities of 12 TB (Pro Max 16) and 16 TB (Pro Max 18).
4. The Pro Max 16 Plus offers a 4K OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, while the Pro Max 18 Plus has a 1440p screen.
5. Both laptops include a 92 Wh battery with rapid charging capabilities and an 8 MP webcam with Windows Hello support.
Back at CES, Dell introduced the somewhat confusingly named Dell Pro Max 14 and 16 as their premium laptops for businesses. Recently, they unveiled two more laptops with equally perplexing names: the Dell Pro Max 16 Plus and Dell Pro Max 18 Plus. These models were hinted at in a leak before CES in 2024, but they did not make an appearance at the event. While there are no specific prices available, it’s anticipated that these laptops will be available for purchase around July 2025.
Performance and Specifications
The Dell Pro Max 16 Plus and Dell Pro Max 18 Plus are equipped with a “55 Watt Intel CPU,” which suggests it might be an Arrow Lake-HX model such as the Core Ultra 9 275HX. Users can opt for an Nvidia RTX Pro 5000 Blackwell Generation GPU, which can offer up to 24 GB of VRAM. An easily accessible hatch located at the bottom of the laptops allows for straightforward memory and storage upgrades, making the process hassle-free.
Memory and Storage Options
As if that wasn’t sufficient, these new laptops can be configured with up to 256 GB of CAMM memory running at 7,200 MT/s or 96 GB of SODIMMs. The Pro Max 18 can support a maximum storage capacity of 16 TB, while the Pro Max 16 is capped at 12 TB, with various RAID configuration options available. Both models include a combination of Thunderbolt 5.0 and Thunderbolt 4.0 ports, catering to diverse expansion requirements.
Display and Battery Life
The Dell Pro Max 16 Plus features an option for a 4K 16:10 tandem OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and VESA HDR-1000 True Black certification. Conversely, the Dell Pro Max 18 Plus limits its 18-inch screen to a 1440p resolution. Each laptop is powered by a 92 Wh battery that supports rapid charging of up to 280 Watts via USB-C. They also come equipped with an 8 MP webcam that includes Windows Hello functionality right out of the box.
