- Virtual CIO
Digital Transformation for SMEs: Where to Start
11 Mar, 2026







£1938.58 inc. VAT
AI-generated summary
For £1,615 ex-VAT, this Dell “Pro 16 Plus” feels like a sensible buy **only if you’ll actually use the Copilot+/AI angle and the premium build**. The Core Ultra “V” platform is designed for on-the-go productivity and better efficiency than older generations, and Dell’s business chassis typically means it’s less of a headache on day 2/3/4 in the office or on customer sites. If your team runs modern Windows workflows, lots of cloud/SaaS, and wants a laptop that stays responsive without constant charger hunting, it’s the kind of machine that tends to “just work” — which is worth money in B2B.
That said, I wouldn’t recommend it blindly. If you’re buying for basic admin, spreadsheets, email, and occasional video calls, you’ll be paying for capabilities you won’t touch. Also, at this price point, make sure your organisation values **manageability, lifecycle, and support terms** more than raw spec—because those often make or break whether “premium” is actually good value. Who should buy: IT-managed teams that need reliable business hardware, want a higher-end display/feel, and expect to make use of Copilot-style features. Who shouldn’t: cost-sensitive fleets, or anyone standardising on “good-enough” laptops where ROI is driven by lowest total spend rather than peak performance and polish.
If you tell me what roles these laptops are for (finance, engineers, sales, IT admins, etc.) and whether you’re buying multiple units, I can give a clearer “yes/no” on whether this price makes sense versus alternatives.

Scalable & sleek
Do your best work on the world's most scalable mainstream business laptops featuring an elevated design and powerful AI thanks to Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2).

Bolder design
With an aluminium top cover and palmrest, your PC was built to look as good as it performs. The Dell Pro 16 Plus is also designed to withstand rigorous MIL-STD testing, so IT departments can rest a...

Maximise productivity
Thanks to transformational leaps in battery life and performance.

Faster performance
Harness exceptional performance and battery life, as well as powerful on-device AI, with Intel® Core™ Ultra 200V series processors featuring an NPU, GPU and CPU. For companies looking to accelerat...

See it all
Sleek, narrow borders on a spacious 16:10 aspect ratio display provide 10% more screen space, allowing more room for productivity.

Nimble navigation
Thoughtfully crafted with a roomy touchpad and palm rest, you have the space to comfortably and quickly navigate through tasks.
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