Can the Dell XPS 14 (2026) play games?

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nullYes, the Dell XPS 14 (2026) can handle gaming surprisingly well—but your experience depends heavily on which configuration you choose.

The Arc B390 Advantage:

Higher-end XPS 14 configurations feature Intel's Arc B390 integrated graphics with 12 Xe cores, representing a massive generational leap:

• 3DMark Scores: Roughly 2x the previous Arc 140T
• vs. RTX 4050: 25–40% faster in some benchmarks
• Steel Nomad: 1,446 points (vs. 532 on Ultra 7 355)

Real Gaming Performance (Arc B390 Models):

| Game | Settings | Performance | |------|----------|-------------| | Arc Raiders | 1080p Medium + XeSS | ~130 fps | | Cyberpunk 2077 | 1080p Medium + XeSS | ~63 fps | | Cyberpunk 2077 | 1080p Ultra (no XeSS) | ~36 fps | | Shadow of the Tomb Raider | 1080p Highest | ~52 fps | | Black Myth Wukong | 1080p Medium | Playable |

Critical Configuration Warning:

The Arc B390 is only available with Core Ultra X7 358H and X9 388H processors. The entry-level Core Ultra 5 325 comes with basic Intel Graphics featuring just 4 Xe cores—unsuitable for serious gaming.

Bottom Line:

While the XPS 14 isn't a dedicated gaming laptop, Arc B390 configurations handle modern games at 1080p medium settings impressively well. It's the most capable integrated graphics Intel has ever produced. If gaming matters to you, ensure you're selecting an X7 or X9 configuration—the price jump is significant, but so is the gaming capability.