Dell XPS 14z Series

Dell XPS 14z

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Average Score: 79.19% - good

Reviews

Dell XPS 14z Review
Source: Notebooks.com Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z won’t replace a MacBook Pro, but it is decent alternative for creatives on a budget. The low screen resolution and the unimpressive keyboard are a reason to look at alternatives like the HP ProBook 5330m which offers a better typing experience, though no optical drive. If you spend more time in Photoshop and movie editing tools than writing papers and emails, the Dell XPS 14z is a notebook you should seriously consider, especially with a $799 starting price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/01/2012

Dell XPS 14z Review
Source: Notebooks.com Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z won’t replace a MacBook Pro, but it is decent alternative for creatives on a budget. The low screen resolution and the unimpressive keyboard are a reason to look at alternatives like the HP ProBook 5330m which offers a better typing experience, though no optical drive. If you spend more time in Photoshop and movie editing tools than writing papers and emails, the Dell XPS 14z is a notebook you should seriously consider, especially with a $799 starting price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/01/2012

65% Dell XPS 14z Review
Source: Tech2.in.com Archive.org version
At Rs.78,900, the Dell XPS 14z is quite an expensive 14-inch notebook, but then it does justify that price, to an extent. The price jump seems to be related to the 3-year warranty that comes as standard. Also, the notebook packs an impeccable build and finish and the attention to detail is pretty darn good. More importantly, it feels like a premium product and it also has the goods to back it up. If portability and style is your criteria, then the XPS 14z is a good buy. However, just keep in mind that you’ll have to compromise on the lack of USB 3.0, a non –removable battery and the fact that you’re pretty much stuck to the two configurations that Dell have whipped up.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/04/2012
Rating: Total score: 65%

65% Dell XPS 14z Review
Source: Tech2.in.com Archive.org version
At Rs.78,900, the Dell XPS 14z is quite an expensive 14-inch notebook, but then it does justify that price, to an extent. The price jump seems to be related to the 3-year warranty that comes as standard. Also, the notebook packs an impeccable build and finish and the attention to detail is pretty darn good. More importantly, it feels like a premium product and it also has the goods to back it up. If portability and style is your criteria, then the XPS 14z is a good buy. However, just keep in mind that you’ll have to compromise on the lack of USB 3.0, a non –removable battery and the fact that you’re pretty much stuck to the two configurations that Dell have whipped up.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/04/2012
Rating: Total score: 65%

80% Dell XPS 14z Review
Source: Kitguru Archive.org version
Whether you like them or not, almost everyone agrees that Apple have been consistently creating some of the most beautiful laptop computers for many years. Dell are keen to showcase that they have the engineering prowess to compete with Apple and today we are looking at their XPS 14z, a slim laptop built around a beautiful aluminum/magnesium chassis which fits a 14 inch screen into a 13 inch chassis. Our particular review sample costs £999 inc vat.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z Review
Source: Kitguru Archive.org version
Whether you like them or not, almost everyone agrees that Apple have been consistently creating some of the most beautiful laptop computers for many years. Dell are keen to showcase that they have the engineering prowess to compete with Apple and today we are looking at their XPS 14z, a slim laptop built around a beautiful aluminum/magnesium chassis which fits a 14 inch screen into a 13 inch chassis. Our particular review sample costs £999 inc vat.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z 14in Core i5 notebook
Source: Reg Hardware Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z has one or two rough edges, but for the most part it’s very neatly designed and provides good, strong performance at a competitive price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/12/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z 14in Core i5 notebook
Source: Reg Hardware Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z has one or two rough edges, but for the most part it’s very neatly designed and provides good, strong performance at a competitive price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/12/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

83% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: PC Pro Archive.org version
A powerful, portable and handsome-looking system that won’t break the bank.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 83% ergonomy: 83%

75% Dell XPS 14z (P24G) notebook
Source: Good Gear Guide Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z offers a fantastic mix of performance, mobility and strong build quality for a reasonable cost. If it had a better keyboard and touchpad, the XPS 14z would be at least a 4-star notebook. It offers great performance and features for its size and price point, making it suitable for anyone who wants plenty of power and convenience in a unit that's also very mobile.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 75%

83% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: PC Pro Archive.org version
A powerful, portable and handsome-looking system that won’t break the bank.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 83% ergonomy: 83%

75% Dell XPS 14z (P24G) notebook
Source: Good Gear Guide Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z offers a fantastic mix of performance, mobility and strong build quality for a reasonable cost. If it had a better keyboard and touchpad, the XPS 14z would be at least a 4-star notebook. It offers great performance and features for its size and price point, making it suitable for anyone who wants plenty of power and convenience in a unit that's also very mobile.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 75%

70% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
Beautifully built and offering good usability, the all-metal, milled-aluminium XPS 14z gives you style and power in a relatively compact package, including enough grunt for light gaming. One of its standout features is that it manages to fit a 14in screen into the equivalent of a 13in chassis, but unfortunately the screen itself is distinctly average. This, combined with awkward rear-only connections and mediocre battery life, mean it’s worth considering for its strengths but not an automatic must-buy.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/03/2011
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 70% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 80%

70% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
Beautifully built and offering good usability, the all-metal, milled-aluminium XPS 14z gives you style and power in a relatively compact package, including enough grunt for light gaming. One of its standout features is that it manages to fit a 14in screen into the equivalent of a 13in chassis, but unfortunately the screen itself is distinctly average. This, combined with awkward rear-only connections and mediocre battery life, mean it’s worth considering for its strengths but not an automatic must-buy.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/03/2011
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 70% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
The XPS 14z is a more compact ultraportable version of one of the best laptops of 2011. While it isn't quite as technically impressive, it's still an excellent machine that can keep you entertained and productive on the move.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
Among mainstream laptops, the Dell XPS 14z offers better components and better performance than most competitors, with an Intel Core i7 processor, switchable Nvidia graphics, and a spacious 750GB hard drive. Though it falters a bit on battery life, the attractive compact design and oh-so-comfortable keyboard gives other premium systems a run for their money. On the flipside, the $1,299 premium may be too steep for some customers, who might prefer the Editors' Choice Dell Inspiron 14z (Core i5), which offers solid mainstream performance without the luxury-class price tag.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: CNet Archive.org version
If the name didn't give you a clue, the Dell XPS 14z laptop is the little brother of the XPS 15z. It knocks an inch off the screen size but still offers decent performance with a sturdy metal case. The Dell XPS 14z offers decent performance for general computing tasks with a bag-friendly design and sturdy construction. If you're a gaming fan, or need a lot of ports, it won't appeal as much.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z
Source: CNet Archive.org version
Dell's XPS line of laptops has survived a few purges of the Dell rolls (Studio, Adamo, and so on) to become the company's flagship premium brand, akin to the Apple MacBook or HP Envy. The Dell XPS 14z is a nicely designed, well-built 14-inch laptop, but the XPS "z" design works better on the 15-inch version, leaving this model feeling chunky.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% mobility: 60%

Dell XPS 14z: Thoroughly Reviewed
Source: AnandTech Archive.org version
There’s a lot to like about Dell’s 14z, including an attractive design, reasonable performance and pricing, and a better build quality than many consumer notebooks. It won’t rival the enterprise class business notebooks for build quality, but it’s quite a bit lighter than most of those and is still a healthy step up from the mostly-plastic budget laptops.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011

90% Dell XPS 14z Laptop Review
Source: Hardware Zone Archive.org version
Having used a couple of Dell 14" systems recently (the M14x and Inspiron 14z) we had become big fans of the form factor. Machines of this size offer the option of including performance hardware in a chassis which is noticeably more portable than the 15"+ models which are next up in the laptop market.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 90% workmanship: 100%

Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Engadget Archive.org version
We like the XPS 14z, but perhaps not for all of the reasons Dell is advertising. For all its embellishments, this doesn't feel like a premium laptop, and its performance doesn't put it ahead of the pack either. Finally, it's also one of the worst bloatware offenders we've seen in some time. Still, the XPS 14z is worth considering, but for a less glamorous reason than Dell intended: it's simply comfortable to use.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011

80% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
The XPS 14z is a more compact ultraportable version of one of the best laptops of 2011. While it isn't quite as technically impressive, it's still an excellent machine that can keep you entertained and productive on the move.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
Among mainstream laptops, the Dell XPS 14z offers better components and better performance than most competitors, with an Intel Core i7 processor, switchable Nvidia graphics, and a spacious 750GB hard drive. Though it falters a bit on battery life, the attractive compact design and oh-so-comfortable keyboard gives other premium systems a run for their money. On the flipside, the $1,299 premium may be too steep for some customers, who might prefer the Editors' Choice Dell Inspiron 14z (Core i5), which offers solid mainstream performance without the luxury-class price tag.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: CNet Archive.org version
If the name didn't give you a clue, the Dell XPS 14z laptop is the little brother of the XPS 15z. It knocks an inch off the screen size but still offers decent performance with a sturdy metal case. The Dell XPS 14z offers decent performance for general computing tasks with a bag-friendly design and sturdy construction. If you're a gaming fan, or need a lot of ports, it won't appeal as much.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z
Source: CNet Archive.org version
Dell's XPS line of laptops has survived a few purges of the Dell rolls (Studio, Adamo, and so on) to become the company's flagship premium brand, akin to the Apple MacBook or HP Envy. The Dell XPS 14z is a nicely designed, well-built 14-inch laptop, but the XPS "z" design works better on the 15-inch version, leaving this model feeling chunky.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% mobility: 60%

Dell XPS 14z: Thoroughly Reviewed
Source: AnandTech Archive.org version
There’s a lot to like about Dell’s 14z, including an attractive design, reasonable performance and pricing, and a better build quality than many consumer notebooks. It won’t rival the enterprise class business notebooks for build quality, but it’s quite a bit lighter than most of those and is still a healthy step up from the mostly-plastic budget laptops.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011

90% Dell XPS 14z Laptop Review
Source: Hardware Zone Archive.org version
Having used a couple of Dell 14" systems recently (the M14x and Inspiron 14z) we had become big fans of the form factor. Machines of this size offer the option of including performance hardware in a chassis which is noticeably more portable than the 15"+ models which are next up in the laptop market.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 90% workmanship: 100%

Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Engadget Archive.org version
We like the XPS 14z, but perhaps not for all of the reasons Dell is advertising. For all its embellishments, this doesn't feel like a premium laptop, and its performance doesn't put it ahead of the pack either. Finally, it's also one of the worst bloatware offenders we've seen in some time. Still, the XPS 14z is worth considering, but for a less glamorous reason than Dell intended: it's simply comfortable to use.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011

Dell XPS 14z pictures and hands-on
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z is encased in aluminium and feels great to the touch. It is compact, with a 14-inch 1366 x 768 resolution display, but the casing is closer to a 13-inch notebook. We put it alongside a 13-inch MacBook Pro and found the chassis dimensions to be similar, but the screen is slightly larger naturally.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/10/2011

Dell XPS 14z pictures and hands-on
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 14z is encased in aluminium and feels great to the touch. It is compact, with a 14-inch 1366 x 768 resolution display, but the casing is closer to a 13-inch notebook. We put it alongside a 13-inch MacBook Pro and found the chassis dimensions to be similar, but the screen is slightly larger naturally.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/10/2011

92% Dell XPS 14z
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
It takes more than fancy tattoos and a cool haircut to be a rock star—you need to have the complete package. The thinnest 14-inch notebook ever, the XPS 14z offers up strong performance and a gorgeous design. Mobile professionals who demand a stylish, powerful PC should shortlist this one.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 92%

92% Dell XPS 14z
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
It takes more than fancy tattoos and a cool haircut to be a rock star—you need to have the complete package. The thinnest 14-inch notebook ever, the XPS 14z offers up strong performance and a gorgeous design. Mobile professionals who demand a stylish, powerful PC should shortlist this one.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 92%

Ansehnlich
Source: Home Electronic - 2/12
Sehr positiv fallen die Optik und die Verarbeitung auf. Das Gehäuse, bestehend aus Aluminiumteilen, ist unempfindlich gegen Fingerabdrücke. Alle Teile sind präzise verschraubt, nichts klappert oder sitzt schief. Dank beleuchteter Tastatur kann man mit dem Rechner auch im schummrigen Licht arbeiten. Die Druckpunkte der Tasten könnten jedoch präziser sein.
Positive: optics, workmanship, keyboard with backlight; negative: unprecise keys
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2012

Ansehnlich
Source: Home Electronic - 2/12
Sehr positiv fallen die Optik und die Verarbeitung auf. Das Gehäuse, bestehend aus Aluminiumteilen, ist unempfindlich gegen Fingerabdrücke. Alle Teile sind präzise verschraubt, nichts klappert oder sitzt schief. Dank beleuchteter Tastatur kann man mit dem Rechner auch im schummrigen Licht arbeiten. Die Druckpunkte der Tasten könnten jedoch präziser sein.
Positive: optics, workmanship, keyboard with backlight; negative: unprecise keys
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2012

Foreign Reviews

72% Dell XPS 14z: flaches 14-Zoll-Notebook aus Alu im Test
Source: ZDNet DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 72% performance: 70% features: 70% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 70%

72% Dell XPS 14z: flaches 14-Zoll-Notebook aus Alu im Test
Source: ZDNet DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/22/2011
Rating: Total score: 72% performance: 70% features: 70% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 70%

80% Dell XPS 14z im Test:
Source: Onlinekosten.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/14/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 87% features: 80% display: 87% mobility: 78% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14z im Test:
Source: Onlinekosten.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/14/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 87% features: 80% display: 87% mobility: 78% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 80%

Dell XPS 14z
Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/02/2011
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%

Dell XPS 14z
Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/02/2011
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%

91% Dell XPS 14z
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 95% display: 75% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 100% emissions: 92%

91% Dell XPS 14z
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 95% display: 75% mobility: 90% ergonomy: 100% emissions: 92%

80% Test Dell XPS 14z Notebook
Source: Notebookcheck DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 81% display: 67% mobility: 86% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 86% emissions: 81%

80% Test Dell XPS 14z Notebook
Source: Notebookcheck DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 81% display: 67% mobility: 86% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 86% emissions: 81%

85% Dell XPS 14 Z, portátil con chasis de aluminio ionizado
Source: PC Actual ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/20/2012
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 86%

85% Dell XPS 14 Z, portátil con chasis de aluminio ionizado
Source: PC Actual ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/20/2012
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 86%

80% Dell XPS 14Z : le notebook ne dit pas son dernier mot
Source: Erenumerique FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell XPS 14Z : le notebook ne dit pas son dernier mot
Source: Erenumerique FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Model: Dell XPS 14z
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/18/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Model: Dell XPS 14z
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/18/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Exclusif : le prochain Dell XPS de 14 pouces en test sur 01net
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Exclusif : le prochain Dell XPS de 14 pouces en test sur 01net
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

Видеообзор Dell XPS 14z
Source: F1CD RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good performance; Bright display; Interesting design; Not bad sound system. Negative: Significant was found.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/17/2012

Видеообзор Dell XPS 14z
Source: F1CD RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good performance; Bright display; Interesting design; Not bad sound system. Negative: Significant was found.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/17/2012

Обзор ноутбука Dell XPS 14z: стильный американец скоро в России
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
hot with load, suited for a few games, not as thin as Ultrabooks
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/03/2011

Обзор ноутбука Dell XPS 14z: стильный американец скоро в России
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
hot with load, suited for a few games, not as thin as Ultrabooks
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/03/2011

Dell XPS 14z - mobilně se stylem
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/23/2012

Dell XPS 14z - mobilně se stylem
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/23/2012

"无边框“屏幕 戴尔XPS14z全金属本评测
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/28/2011

"无边框“屏幕 戴尔XPS14z全金属本评测
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/28/2011

史上最薄14英寸影音本 戴尔XPS 14z首测
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/30/2011

史上最薄14英寸影音本 戴尔XPS 14z首测
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/30/2011

60% Dell XPS 14Z
Source: Laptopworld.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/20/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%

60% Dell XPS 14Z
Source: Laptopworld.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/20/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%

Dell XPS 14z-L412z

Specifications

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Average Score: 75.83% - good

Reviews

65% Dell XPS 14 Ultrabook Review
Source: Tech2.in.com Archive.org version
The XPS 14 Ultrabook is quite expensive and prices start at Rs.79,100 for the base model. The one thing that really annoys me is that Dell got away with the ‘Ultrabook’ sticker for the XPS 14, when it’s plainly not. Apart from using a ULV CPU and lacking a DVD drive, the two main traits that define an Ultrabook–light weight and slimness, are simply missing. As a notebook, it has an excellent design and build but it falls short on connectivity as you only get two USB ports, which is not forgivable when you design such a thick notebook. Just like the Dell Adamo, the XPS 14 is stuck uncomfortably between two different notebook categories, leaving it in limbo. It’s simply too expensive as a regular notebook and too heavy and fat to be an Ultrabook.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/25/2012
Rating: Total score: 65%

90% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
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%

Small Business Notebook Review: Dell XPS 14z
Source: Small Business Computing Archive.org version
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

Dell XPS 14z Rocks – Great Speakers and Sound
Source: Notebooks.com Archive.org version
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

80% Dell XPS 14z
Source: Digital Versus Archive.org version
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%

60% Dell XPS 14z review
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
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%

Dell XPS 14z Notebook Review
Source: Hardware Canucks Archive.org version
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

Dell XPS 14z Notebook Review
Source: Hot Hardware Archive.org version
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

80% Dell XPS 14z im Test
Source: ITespresso DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

Dell XPS 14z
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: 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

80% Dell XPS 14z (L412Z)
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%

Đánh giá Dell XPS 14z
Source: Sohoa VN Express VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/10/2012

デル XPS 14zの簡易レビュー
Source: The Hikaku JA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/17/2012

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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.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M: Entry level graphics card based on the new GF119 chip with a 64 Bit memory bus or on the GF108 with 128 Bit memory bus but lower clock rates. 

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

Intel HD Graphics 3000: Integrated graphics card in the Intel Sandy Bridge processors (Core ix-2xxx). The HD 3000 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.

Intel Core i5:

2410M:

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.

14.00:

14 inch display size represents a middle ground between the small subnotebook formats and the screens of the standard 15 inch laptops.

The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, provides good resolutions with usable detail sizes, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact. 

In the past, 14-inch devices were very rare, but now they are the standard for laptops after the 15-inchers. 

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

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78.8%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.

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

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