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  • Dell Launches 13-Inch Laptop Globally with Cellular & Intel Panther Lake

    Dell Launches 13-Inch Laptop Globally with Cellular & Intel Panther Lake

    Key Takeaway

    – Dell Pro 7 Series 13 2-in-1 is heavier (1.38 kg vs 1.19 kg) and thicker (17.95 mm) than its laptop sibling.
    – Starts at $2,989/£2,914, with a max config costing $6,353/£5,329.
    – Supports up to Core Ultra 7 366H, 64 GB LPDDR5X-8533 RAM, 2 TB PCIe Gen 5 SSD, Wi-Fi 7, and 5G.
    – Port selection unchanged: 2x USB-A, 2x Thunderbolt 4, full-size HDMI, optional Smart Card Reader.
    – Cheaper AMD alternatives also available alongside the Intel-based model.


    Less than a month has passed since Dell released the Pro 7 Series 13 with Intel Panther Lake processors. As we discussed at the time, the Pro 7 Series 13 weighed less than a MacBook Air 13 (curr. $899 on Amazon), despite featuring a larger battery, up to a 16-core processor and even 64 GB of LPDDR5X RAM running at 8,533 MT/s.

    Now, A Heavier and Thicker 2-in-1

    Now, Dell has complemented its recent 13.3-inch laptop release with a 2-in-1 model. Joined by cheaper AMD alternatives, the Pro 7 Series 13 2-in-1 (P703260) is heavier and thicker than its regular laptop counterpart. Not only that, but the new Intel-based 2-in-1 is more expensive than the Pro 7 Series 13 Laptop, too.

    Specifications and Pricing Details

    Specifically, the 2-in-1 is 15.9% heavier at 1.38 kg, compared to 1.19 kg for its laptop sibling. Moreover, the 2-in-1 measures 17.95 mm at its thickest point for a 9.7% increase on the Pro 7 Series 13 Laptop. Ports remain unchanged though, with two USB Type-A and Thunderbolt 4 connections apiece, full-sized HDMI and an optional Smart Card Reader.

    The Pro 7 Series 13 2-in-1 (P703260) starts at £2,914, $2,989 and €3,277 as pre-configured units. These prices drop to £2,230, $2,539 and €2,501 for those willing to create a customised build.

    Maxed Out Configuration and Cost

    At the time of publication, the P703260 can be configured with up to a Core Ultra 7 366H, 64 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM, a 2 TB PCIe Gen 5 SSD, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, 5G cellular connectivity and a Smart Card Reader. Selecting all these options increases the 2-in-1’s price to £5,329, $6,353 and €6,020. Please see Dell’s website for more details.