With the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 for 2022, the company has made some radical changes to the design and even the form factor of the device. Now, it's a tablet with a detachable keyboard, which is sold separately, instead of having a 360-degree hinge. This design comes with some benefits, like extra portability and 5G support for the first time in an XPS laptop, but it also has downsides, like repairability. And if you're hoping to upgrade the RAM or storage inside the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1, it looks like you're out of luck.

According to the official Dell service manual for this device, servicing the laptop is nearly impossible for end users, and the only instructions you'll find are on how to remove the SIM card tray in the 5G model. Realistically, you should be expecting that just from looking at the tablet - there are no visible screws, so just getting inside the device would require a lot of work. The storage is based on an M.2 drive, but only an official repair technician would be able to get to it and replace it.

If you're wondering why upgrading these components is useful, it's mostly about longevity and cost savings. Longevity because the processor inside your laptop will likely be good enough for a few years into the future, but you may need more RAM or storage. And it could also help you save money by not springing for a higher configuration out of the box and upgrading later. Companies generally charge a premium for this kind of upgrade, so doing it after the fact is often cheaper, plus it spreads that cost out over time if you can't pay it all upfront.

Without upgrade options, you'll have to choose the right RAM and storage configuration for you when you buy the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1, which you can do using the link below. If you want to explore other options, we have a round-up of the best Windows tablets you can buy, which may offer a bit more upgradeability. Otherwise, check out the best Dell laptops you can buy today. Most of them give you more room to upgrade the RAM and storage.