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Dell XPS 12-9Q23-5550

Specifications

Dell XPS 12-9Q23-5550
Dell XPS 12-9Q23-5550 (XPS 12 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i5-3427U 2 x 1.8 - 2.8 GHz, Ivy Bridge
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
Display
12.50 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel, glossy: yes
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 8 64 Bit
Weight
1.5 kg ( = 52.91 oz / 3.31 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
1300 Euro

 

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Average Score: 82.43% - good
Average of 7 scores (from 10 reviews)
price: 77%, performance: 88%, features: 84%, display: 88% mobility: 78%, workmanship: 93%, ergonomy: 87%, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Dell XPS 12-9Q23-5550

100% Dell XPS 12 review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
What at first might seem like a gimmick seems to be something of a double-edged sword. In fact, it's not a gimmick, the rotating screen has some very real uses, and even as a tablet it's perfectly usable, if a little heavy. And, if the price for the i7 is just too steep, then consider the i5 with 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD, it starts at £999, and is more than powerful enough for most people. For the best value, an extra £150 gets you a 256GB SSD and 8GB of ram with the i5.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%
Dell XPS 12 Convertible Ultrabook Review
Source: Hot Hardware English Archive.org version
Overall, the XPS 12 performed well in our benchmark tests. It earned the top spot in the PCMark benchmark which measures a system's overall performance and responsiveness. In real-world usage, the system performed well and felt very quick overall. Battery life is a bit of a disappointment with the XPS 12, however. Since the battery is not user replaceable, don’t expect to get a full day's worth of work from the machine without a nearby power source.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/14/2013
70% Dell XPS 12 Review
Source: Tech2.in.com English Archive.org version
With a starting price of Rs 94,990, the XPS 12 is one expensive notebook, even for an Ultrabook. While it does have a very good feature set, behind the fancy new rotating screen, it’s a very average performing notebook. The hybrid nature of the device is fun to use, but we’re sure that the novelty will wear off after a while. The Windows 8 store has still a long way to go in terms of Windows apps and until that happens, traditional desktop applications will still rule—and you don’t need a fancy touchscreen to use them.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/08/2013
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Dell XPS 12 Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 12 brings the full Windows 8 experience to the table thanks to its convertible tablet form factor. Dell's screen flipping mechanism is as unique as it is rock solid; it turns into a great tablet in a matter of seconds. The 12.5-inch display is absolutely beautiful and the touch screen functionality works perfectly in Windows 8. The screen's full HD resolution (1920x1080) has tons of space to use two windows side by side or look at high-res pictures and video in exquisite detail. And if you don't want to use the tablet mode, the XPS 12's backlit keyboard and clickpad are fantastic.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/05/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%

Foreign Reviews

83% Flippiges Ultrabook
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/30/2013
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 73% performance: 94% features: 77% display: 73% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 93%
81% Dell XPS Duo 12 (9Q23)
Source: Benchmark.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 90% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 80%
Карбоновый трансформер: обзор ультрабука Dell XPS 12 9Q23
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Interesting and useful functionality; swivel screen. Negative: Short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/16/2013
80% Đánh giá ultrabook 'lai' tablet Dell XPS 12
Source: Sohoa VN Express VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/21/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
83% Dell XPS Duo 12
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/16/2012
Rating: Total score: 83%
デル XPS 12 の実機レビュー
Source: The Hikaku JA→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Design; material; Very good viewing angle of the display. Negative: Heavy.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/12/2012

Comment

Intel HD Graphics 4000: Processor graphics card in the high end Ivy Bridge models. Offers a different clock speed in the different CPU models (ULV to desktop quad core) and therefore a different performance.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

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


3427U: Fast Ivy-Bridge-based ULV-CPU in Q2 2012. Offers a core clock of 1.8 - 2.8 GHz and an HD 4000 GPU (350 - 1150 MHz). The TDP is rated at 17 W.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


12.50":

This range of display format is largely the upper limit for tablets and the lower limit for subnotebooks.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small in size and therefore easily portable. The tiny display has the added advantage of requiring little power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions, which one is used to from a standard laptop, are almost not usable.

The same applies to tablets in this size range.

» 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.


82.43%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.


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

 

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HD Graphics 4000, Core i5 3317U, 13.30", 1.9 kg
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HD Graphics 4000, Core i3 3229Y, 13.30", 2.3 kg
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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2012-12- 4 (Update: 2012-12- 4)