Check if your Dell XPS 13 supports a motherboard upgrade.
Check if your Dell XPS 13 supports a motherboard upgrade.
Hey there! Based on what you've shared, it seems your current setup is pretty solid with the Dell XPS 13 9380 and i7 8565U. If you're considering swapping it out for the Dell XPS 13 9305 with i7 1165G7, the specs like power needs, fan design, and TDP should align well. It’s definitely worth checking with a seller on eBay—many users have successfully upgraded motherboards in similar setups. Good luck, and hope it works out!
This is a XPS 13 9380 motherboard This is a 9310 motherboard with the i7 you mentioned. Couldn't find a photo of the 9305 you mentioned but I'm assuming it's similar to this one. The motherboards are very different and it is highly unlikely that you will be able to find a motherboard equipped with an i7 1165G7 that is compatible with the chasis of the XPS 13 9380 you have. You may be able to install it if you're willing to mod it but I can't promise that it'll work.
It seems similar to your 9380 model but with different numbers; if it includes the parts you need, compatibility shouldn’t be an issue.