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Dell Latitude 13

Specifications

Dell Latitude 13
Dell Latitude 13 (Latitude Series)
Display
13.30 inch 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixel, glossy: yes
Weight
1.5 kg ( = 52.91 oz / 3.31 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
600 Euro

 

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Average Score: 65.4% - average
Average of 5 scores (from 5 reviews)
price: 60%, performance: 50%, features: 60%, display: - % mobility: 40%, workmanship: 80%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Dell Latitude 13

50% Dell Latitude 13 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
It's a sad reality that little in the laptop world can match the likes of Apple's ultra-thin MacBook Air when it comes to that metal-clad look and feel. Some of the few alternatives are Dell's Adamo and Adamo XPS, but with prices starting at £1,000, neither is exactly affordable. That's why we were excited about last year's Vostro V13, which wasn't quite as sexy but a lot cheaper. The Latitude 13 we're looking at today shares the same 13.3in, ultra-slim, metal-clad chassis, so let's see if it's the ultra-portable for you.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/16/2010
Rating: Total score: 50% performance: 50% mobility: 40%
70% Dell Latitude 13 review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version

Dell isn't exactly renowned for producing laptops with exciting designs, so the 13.3-inch Latitude 13's slim dimensions and sexy appearance come as a surprise. Our configuration of the Dell Latitude 13 impressed with its slim dimensions and good battery life, but its performance was compromised by its sluggish processor and stingy 1GB of RAM.


Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/11/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
67% Dell Latitude 13
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version

We’re finding ourselves in a love-hate relationship with the Dell Latitude 13, an ultra-slim ultraportable for the business masses. We love its thin, all-metal chassis (adapted from Dell's high-end Adamo model) and the fact that it's less expensive than any other 13-inch notebook that comes close to its thickness and weight. This lightweight, thin companion is for business users who need basic performance and lots of security. Battery life and performance miss the mark, however.


Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 67%
70% Dell Latitude 13
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The Dell Latitude 13 is for professionals who have a keen taste for design and below-average standards for battery life and performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Dell Latitude 13 review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
More performance and features can be found for the same money elsewhere. It's far from being a speed demon, but it's quick enough for regular admin work. The Dell Latitude 13 stands out more for its slim profile, low weight yet still sturdy build.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/08/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%

Comment

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD: Onboard (shared Memory) GPU built in the GM45, GE45 and GS45 chipset (Montevina). Because of two more shaders and a higher core clock, much faster than the old GMA X3100. Still not advisable for gamers (DirectX 10 games not playable or only with very low settings). The integrated video processor is able to help decode HD videos (AVC/VC-2/MPEG2) , e.g., for a fluent Blu-Ray playback with slow CPUs.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Core 2 Duo: This is the Core Duo and Core Solo successor with a longer pipeline and 5-20% more speed without more power consumption. As an addition to the Core Duo design there exists a fourth decoder, an amplified SSE-unit and an additional arithmetical logical unit (ALU).

The Core 2 Duo for laptops is identical to the desktop Core 2 Duo processors but the notebook-processors work with lower voltages (0.95 to 1188 Volt) and a lower Frontside bus clock (1066 vs 667 MHz). The performance of equally clocked notebooks is 20-25% lower than Desktop PCs because of the lower Frontside bus clock and the slower hard disks.


SU7300: Slow clocked dual core processor with a low TDP of 10 Watt.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


13.30":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Dell: Dell is a U.S. manufacturer (based in Texas) of computer hardware founded in 1984 and is one of the largest international manufacturers in terms of both market share and notebook models. Its product line includes desktops, notebooks, storage systems, monitors, servers, printers, consumer electronics and peripherals. Dell offers laptops that are suitable for various applications, such as business laptops, gaming laptops, ultra portables and workstations. Dell's business laptops from the Latitude and Precision series are an option for professional users and businesses.

In 2023, Dell had an approximate 17% market share of global PC sales, ranking #3 after Lenovo and HP.

For gaming enthusiasts, Dell's Alienware brand is for gaming notebooks.


65.4%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2010-10- 2 (Update: 2012-05-26)