Dell XPS 14z-L412z
Notebook Specifications
Notebook: Dell XPS 14z-L412z (XPS 14z Series)Processor: Intel Core i5 2430M
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 3000
Display: 14.0 inch, 16:9, 1366x768 pixels, glossy: yes
Weight: 2kg
Price: 900 euro
Average of 5 scores (from 12 reviews)
Reviews for the Dell XPS 14z-L412z
Source: PC Advisor
Dell's XPS 14z could be accused of looking rather like a MacBook Pro. If this was a deliberate ploy, it’s also a risky one, as few laptops can stand comparison with the MacBook Pro's design, build and feature set and still walk away with their reputations intact. Fortunately, the Dell XPS 14z is one that almost can. In all, there's a lot of laptop on offer here for under £1000, despite our mixed feelings about the display. A fine looking, sturdy and fast laptop with an attractive price tag, we've no hesitation in recommending it.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/16/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Small Business Computing
The Dell XPS 14z sports above-average specifications and is well-positioned as a desktop replacement with a reasonable starting price of $799.99. Dell’s efforts to position it as a premium notebook also shows in terms of terms of its sleek styling and comfortable backlit keyboard and trackpad. On the down side, Dell has positioned the XPS 14z such that you cannot add the 256GB SSD option separately; the SSD is only available with the top-end configuration priced at a much heftier price tag of $1,499.99. This is a pity as we are sure that some users would prefer a smaller SSD over a beefier processor option. Nevertheless, we think the XPS 14z a solid business performer in an elegant package.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/01/2012
Source: Notebooks.com
This isn’t the only system from Dell with Waves MaxxAudio included, the Dell XPS 15z which I reviewed last year also impressed. If you are looking for a great audio experience on your notebook, I highly recommend the Dell XPS 14z, and suggest checking out other Dell systems with similar setups.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/30/2012
Source: Digital Versus
While clearly not able to fight on equal terms with the MacBook Pro when it comes to battery life and screen quality, the Dell XPS 14z offers similar performance, high-quality speakers and a good finish for much less cash. Plus, 4 hrs 20 mins of video playback is pretty good. All in all, Dell has come out with a decent product.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/30/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Pocket Lint
In some ways, it's a little hard to tell what market this laptop is aimed at. It's a powerful enough machine for home use. The problem is, an i7 with more memory would be the minimum spec needed for a high-end setup for video editing and gaming. And if you think if it more as a day-to-day machine, for users with more modest requirements, the price is perhaps a little high - starting at £800, going up to over £1000 with an SSD. But there is plenty to like about this laptop. It's powerful enough for most things, and despite being a little weighty, it's still perfectly portable and a nice machine to get out in Starbucks.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/30/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Hardware Canucks
The XPS series from Dell has had a long history of delivering good performance at mass market prices and the 14z continues this tradition. Even though it has been parachuted into a highly competitive market segment at a time when Ultrabooks and Macs tend to grab the headlines, this is one thin and light notebook that can more than hold its own.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/12/2011
Source: Hot Hardware
Dell's XPS 14z is a solid little machine, and it'll certainly serve its customers well, but it's just a little too pricey with some of its shortcomings. Gamers will want more than a lowly GT520M, and bargain hunters will demand a lower price from a 14" machine. In a way, the XPS 14z stuck between a rock and a hard place, though it's well-built, a pleasure to use and very easy on the eyes.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/09/2011
Foreign Reviews
Source: ITespresso
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: HardwareLuxx
DE→ENPositive: workmanship, colourful display, backlite keyboard, battery runtime; negative: few and bad positioned connections, display is mirroring and has low contrast
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/08/2011
Source: 01Net
FR→ENSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Sohoa VN Express
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/10/2012
Source: The Hikaku
JA→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/17/2012
Comment
Intel HD Graphics 3000: 3 upcoming (Q1 2011) integrated graphics card in the Intel Sandy Bridge processors (Core ix-2xxx). The 3000 / 200 is the faster internally GT2 called version with 12 Execution Units (EUs).
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
2430M: Dual-core processor based on the Sandy Bridge architecture with an integrated graphics card and dual-channel DDR3 memory controller. The CPU is clocked at 2.4 GHz (Turbo Boost 2.7-3 GHz) and the GPU at 650 (1200 MHz Turbo).» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
14.0": 14 inch display size is a mixture between the small formats of subnotebooks and the 15 inch standard display. The reason why so many people like displays with medium size is, that this size is not exhausting for the eyes, does not need too much energy and the laptops can be kept quite compact.» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
2 kg: These sub-notebooks weight less than the average of all notebooks, but represent a heavier class of weight among the sub-notebooks. 12 inch displays are normal for this class of weight.
Dell: Dell Inc. is a multinational technology corporation that develops, manufactures, sells, and supports personal computers and other computer-related products. Based in Texas, Dell employs more than 82,700 people worldwide (2009). In 2006, Dell purchased the computer hardware manufacturer Alienware. In most countries, the laptops are directly sold to consumers by Dell and each notebook custom-assembled according to a selection of options. Market share regarding sales of personal computers in 2007 (market research IDC): HP 18.9 %, Dell 16.4 %, Acer 9.9 %, Lenovo 7.5 %, Apple 5.7 %
78%: This rating is not convincing. The laptop is evaluated below average, this is not really a recommendation for purchase.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
