Windows 10: Upgrading laptop (same make & model), should I swap out SSD or format and start fresh?

Hello,

I'm currently using a Dell XPS 15 9500 model. Specs: i7 10th gen/64GB/1650ti GPU/4K screen/ 6TB NVME SSD (2TB main drive + 4TB storage) internal, Windows 10 Pro, Bitlocker enabled.

I purchased and will receive a newer model this week, XPS 15 9520. Specs: i7 12th gen/32GB/3050ti GPU/4K screen/ 512GB NVME SSD.

My question is should I swap out the 2 NVME SSD from the 9500 model to the new laptop? I have a lot of data on the main drive (2TB) and don't feel like reinstall everything. I have backed up everything accordingly. I can install new drivers once swapped over the old SSDs for the new upgraded internal.

As for BitLocker, I am planning to "suspense" protection before swapping, then reenable Bitlocker once the drives are in the new laptop.

What do you think about my process? Will I encounter any future issues once swapped over the 2 drives vs. install the drives, then reformat and install fresh W10P version?

Appreciated the help in advance!

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