– Dell XPS RTX Spark Mini PC is a direct competitor to Apple Silicon Macs, launching the new Spark RTX platform.
– The dark gray design resembles the Mac Studio, with side vents and a removable bottom lid for SSD access.
– Port selection and thermal headroom vary by manufacturer; Dell’s cooling capacity is unconfirmed.
– The RTX Spark platform comes in N1x and N1 variants, with pricing and availability still unannounced by Dell.
Dell’s New XPS Mini PC
Computex 2026 has been one of the most important tech events for Nvidia and Windows in recent years, and that’s all thanks to the brand-new Spark RTX platform, which is the direct competitor to the ARM-based Apple Silicon found in Macs, which has been a game-changer in modern computing. And with a bit of a delay, we now have our first look at the “Dell XPS RTX Spark Desktop”, the company’s first mini PC utilizing the new Spark RTX series of chips.
Design and Build
And yes, for the record, the dark gray Dell PC is the most Mac Studio-looking Nvidia RTX Spark mini PC we’ve seen yet (at least from the front). Reportedly, the vents are on the sides of the chassis, and the removable bottom lid should give you access to the SSD. The port selection on the new Dell XPS RTX Spark Mini PC is as follows:
- USB-C with Thunderbolt support
- USB-A ports
- HDMI 2.1
- Ethernet
- Headphone jack
While the RTX Spark-powered Asus ProArt Mini PC is built around 140W of thermal headroom, we can’t assume Dell is targeting the same number, because cooling capacity depends on each manufacturer’s specific chassis design and performance priorities.
Platform Scalability and Performance
The RTX Spark platform is scalable, and different manufacturers may choose lower power targets to prioritize factors like fan noise, portability, or cost. In case it’s unclear, the Dell XPS RTX Spark Mini PC uses the exact same RTX Spark platform as the newly-announced Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition laptop. The RTX Spark is expected to arrive in two main flavors, dubbed the N1x and N1. Configurations and pricing will vary widely, depending on RAM and SSD size.
Pricing and Availability
Just like with all other Nvidia Spark RTX laptops and mini PCs, Dell is yet to announce pricing and availability for the Dell XPS RTX Spark Mini PC. In fact, this early reveal is a collection of official specs and features based on hands-on previews. Strangely enough, Dell is one of the few OEMs refusing to publish press releases on their new RTX Spark mini PCs, even though they were officially revealed at Computex 2026.
