Get the Dell XPS, for 1 reason only, the processor is better.
I assume the novelty and mobility of the surface pro doesn't matter enough as the XPS is still an option. As such getting more bang for your buck is important, especially when it comes to development for work, and especially if your workflow includes having a lot of heavy process tasks open.
Simply put, if your doing heavy computation work, you want a better processor so you can do stuff faster.
Get the Dell XPS, for 1 reason only, the processor is better.
I assume the novelty and mobility of the surface pro doesn't matter enough as the XPS is still an option. As such getting more bang for your buck is important, especially when it comes to development for work, and especially if your workflow includes having a lot of heavy process tasks open.
Simply put, if your doing heavy computation work, you want a better processor so you can do stuff faster.
So novelty vs power. The choice is up to you!
I guess this describes it the best. I always wanted a Surface, but I know the XPS is the better choice here.