Dell's 15-inch XPS balances modern and practical: two Thunderbolt 4 ports at 40Gbps, full-size HDMI 2.1, and two USB-A 3.2 slots for legacy gear. The native HDMI 2.1 handles 4K@60Hz or 1440p@120Hz without adapters, saving TB4 bandwidth for storage and displays simultaneously. Both ports support 130W Power Delivery while driving external displays. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
Dell XPS 15 9530 laptop featuring two Thunderbolt 4 ports, one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, full-size SD card reader, and 3.5mm audio jack. All USB-C ports support DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery. No native USB-A or HDMI ports.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Dell
- Release Year
- 2023
- Model Number
- XPS 15 9530
- Category
- laptop
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) | 2 | Left side | USB4 Gen 3x2 (40Gbps), DisplayPort 1.4a, Power Delivery 3.0 |
| USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 1 | Right side | 10Gbps, DisplayPort Alt Mode, Power Delivery supported |
| SD Card Slot (UHS-I) | 1 | Right side | Full-size SD card v6.0 |
| 3.5mm TRRS (Headset with Mic) | 1 | Right side | Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Notes & Compatibility
All three USB-C ports support Power Delivery up to 130W and DisplayPort 1.4a. No USB-A ports. No HDMI port - included DA20 dongle is HDMI 2.0 (4K@60Hz max). For 4K@120Hz, use USB-C to DP cable or active HDMI 2.1 adapter.
