Dell XPS 12 Series

Processor: Intel Core m7 6Y75
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 515
Display: 12.50 inch
Weight: 1.27kg, 1.3kg
Price: 1.799, 1000 euro

Average Score: 58.6% - poor
Average of 11 scores (from 16 reviews)

price: 70%, performance: 60%, features: 65%, display: 94%, mobility: 47%, workmanship: 82%, ergonomy: 96%, emissions: 92%

Dell XPS 12-9250

The Dell XPS 12-9250 is a 2-in-1 laptop. Its detachable display can be used as a Windows tablet. The basic package of Dell XP 12-9250 consists of a keyboard dock and a 12,5 inch display with 1080p resolution. While there's also a 4k version out there, it will cost more and its power consumption will also be higher due to the higher resolution. The keyboard dock is interesting, because it is more of a cradle than it is a dock and you can fold it like a laptop together with the display. There are magnets that will generally hold the screen in place. The keyboard does not have full size keys, but they appear bigger than they are since the keyboard is so thin. Unfortunately, you cannot adapt the angle between keyboard dock and display. The connectivity includes two USB-C ports, a Thunderbolt-3 port, and other common laptop ports like the headphone jack and a normal USB port. Additionally, there is 5 MP front camera and a 8 MP rear camera. The Dell XPS 12-9250 is also equipped with an Intel Core M5 processor, which is a lot faster than most tablet processors you will find in lower-cost Windows tablets.

Specifications

Notebook: Dell XPS 12-9250
Processor: Intel Core m7 6Y75
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 515
Display: 12.50 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.3kg
Price: 1000 euro
Links: Dell homepage
Dell notebook section
XPS 12-9250 (Model)

Pricecompare

Average Score: 55% - poor

Average of 4 scores (from 6 reviews)

Reviews

40% Dell XPS 12 review - a 4K 2-in-1 hybrid
Source: Expert Reviews English

Archive.org version
After the sheer delight of the XPS 13 and the XPS 15, the XPS 12 is a real misstep from Dell. There's no doubting the quality of its gorgeous screen, but its shortcomings and design nuances are major detractions that are hard to ignore. The non-adjustable display angle when using the Premier Keyboard is at best awkward and at worst unusable, and the hingeless design has no advantage over something more traditional.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/09/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%

50% Dell XPS 12 (2015) review
Source: Trusted Reviews English

Archive.org version
Dell almost aced the XPS 12 (2015). Its hybrid design was always going to be something of a niche, but within that space its excellent composition and build quality, along with class-leading screen, keyboard and trackpad, make for a technically impressive specimen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 70% performance: 60% features: 80% display: 100% mobility: 20% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 100%

Dell XPS 12
Source: Hot Hardware English

Archive.org version
Ultimately, the XPS 12 is a solid device with good performance. For common, everyday tasks -- which is how most people would use this type of machine -- it's great. We rarely felt any lag with its 8GB of RAM configuration. High-def video, light-duty gaming, and chugging through Office documents was no problem, and it functioned well both in tablet mode and while docked as a laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/29/2016

70% Dell XPS 12 review
Source: Techradar English

Archive.org version
On paper, the Dell XPS 12 sounds like the ultimate 2-in-1 laptop. It has a thin tablet section designed with a beautiful display for watching TV and movies. When you're ready to get down with some serious work, the Premier Base offers one of the best typing experiences I've ever had.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/08/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%

60% Dell XPS 12
Source: Laptop Mag English

Archive.org version
I really like the XPS 12's sturdy carbon fiber body and glowing 12.5-inch screen, although I'd stay away from the 4K model for fear of getting even less battery life than the full-HD model. The dual USB Type-C ports make it simple to connect the XPS 12 to peripherals while also helping reduce the number of wires you need to lug around.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/22/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%

Foreign Reviews

Выделяйся из толпы с Dell XPS 12 9250
Source: Notebook-Center.ru

RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good mechanism of transformation; very good screen; good keyboard; stylish look. Negative: Quite expensive.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/08/2016

Dell XPS 12 9250 4K

Specifications

Notebook: Dell XPS 12 9250 4K
Processor: Intel Core m7 6Y75
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 515
Display: 12.50 inch, , 3840 x 2160 pixels
Weight: 1.27kg
Price: 1.799 euro
Links: Dell homepage
Dell notebook section

Pricecompare

Average Score: 56.67% - poor

Average of 6 scores (from 10 reviews)

Reviews

84.6% Dell XPS 12 9250 4K Convertible Review | Notebookcheck
4K for on the go. Dell wants to advance the convertible sector by setting new standards with the new 2-in-1 XPS 12 9259. A 4K panel, 512 GB SSD and Core m7 are some technical highlights that Dell offers. The XPS proves to be a real jack-of-all-trades in routine use but has to accept clear deductions when it comes to battery performance. Find out in our in-depth report what the total package has to offer.

Foreign Reviews

60% Dell Xps 12 Test – 4K 2-In-1 Tablet Mit Schwächen
Source: Ubergismo Deutsch German

DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%

60% Dell Xps 12 Test – 4K 2-In-1 Tablet Mit Schwächen
Source: Ubergismo Deutsch German

DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%

70% Dell XPS 12 Notebook (m7-6Y75, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD)
Source: PC Magazin - Heft 5/2016 German

Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%

70% Dell XPS 12 Notebook (m7-6Y75, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD)
Source: PC Magazin - Heft 5/2016 German

Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%

40% Test : Dell XPS 12, un hybride Windows haut de gamme trahi par sa batterie
Source: 01Net French

FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/02/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%

40% Test : Dell XPS 12, un hybride Windows haut de gamme trahi par sa batterie
Source: 01Net French

FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/02/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%

Új Dell XPS 12: prémium tablet 4K-s kijelzővel
Source: Prohardver.hu

HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High-quality workmanship; 4K resolution display; very good keyboard. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/25/2016

Új Dell XPS 12: prémium tablet 4K-s kijelzővel
Source: Prohardver.hu

HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High-quality workmanship; 4K resolution display; very good keyboard. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/25/2016

Trên tay Dell XPS 12 9250 – Thiết kế lai, màn hình 4K, USB type C và cả Thunderbolt 3.0
Source: Tinh Te

VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; good ergonomy; high mobility. Negative: Low performance; high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/26/2016

Trên tay Dell XPS 12 9250 – Thiết kế lai, màn hình 4K, USB type C và cả Thunderbolt 3.0
Source: Tinh Te

VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; good ergonomy; high mobility. Negative: Low performance; high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/26/2016

Comment

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.

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Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

Intel HD Graphics 515: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on Core-m-CPUs of the Skylake generation (4,5 W TDP).

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

Intel Core m7:

6Y75: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for tablets and 2-in-1 notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 515 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

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

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58.6%: Such a poor rating is rare. There are only a few notebooks that were rated even worse. The rating websites do not give a purchase recommendation here.

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