Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11 vs Dell XPS 16 2026

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11 has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Dell XPS 16 2026 leads overall

Dell XPS 16 2026 · 65 overall, #52 of 94

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11 · 66 overall, #47 of 94

Key differences

Battery capacityLenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11 92.5 vs 70 Wh
Integrated graphics modelDell XPS 16 2026 Intel Arc B390 vs Intel Graphics
USB Type CDell XPS 16 2026 3 vs 2
HDMI portLenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11 only
Card readerLenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11 only

Scores by Category

XPS 16 2026 wins 9 of 14 categories · Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11 wins 3

Category	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11XPS 16 2026	Lead
Display		+18
Performance		+80
Battery		+17
Memory		+25
Design & Weight		+50
Processor		+77
Storage		+6
Integrated Graphics		+48
Ports		+44
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		+100
Security		+28
Sound		+24
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

XPS 16 2026

1.65kg

Weight

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11

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XPS 16 2026

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.

Dell XPS 16 2026

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
No HDMI — you'll need a dongle for projectors/TVs.
No SD card reader.
No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Processor model	N/A

Integrated Graphics

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Integrated graphics model

Memory

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Memory capacity	N/A	16 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	No

Storage

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Storage capacity	N/A	512 GB
Socket type
PCIe version	N/A	4
Storage upgradeable	Yes	Yes

Display

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Size	16 in	16 in
Display resolution	N/A	3200 × 2000 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	16:10
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type
Brightness	N/A	500 nits
Pen support	Yes	N/A
Touch support	Yes	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	86%	89%

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Number of speakers	6	4
Power	12 W20% more	10 W
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	4	2

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Webcam resolution	N/A	2560 × 1440 px

Battery

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Battery capacity	92.5 Wh32% more	70 Wh
Maximum charge power	N/A	100 W

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	No

Ports

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
USB Type A	2	0
USB Type C	2	3
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	No
Card reader	Yes	No
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	36.08 × 24.89 × 1.73 cm	35.26 × 23.75 × 1.46 cm
Weight	N/A	1.65 kg

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
Fingerprint scanner	No	N/A
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	Yes

Performance

Feature	Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition Gen 11	XPS 16 2026
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	33,559
Active cooling	N/A	Yes
Release Date	January 6, 2026	January 6, 2026

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.