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Dell XPS 15 FHD

Specifications

Dell XPS 15 FHD
Dell XPS 15 FHD (XPS 15 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-840QM 4 x 1.9 - 3.2 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GT 435M - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 650 MHz, Memory: 800 MHz, nvlddmkm 8.17.12.5951 (ForceWare 259.51) / Win7 64
Memory
4 GB 
, DDR3: PC-10700 (667 MHz)
Display
15.60 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel, AUO17ED, glossy: yes
Mainboard
Intel HM57
Storage
Samsung SpinPoint MP4 HM500JJ, 500 GB 
, 7200 rpm
Soundcard
Realtek High Definition Audio
Connections
1 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 eSata, Audio Connections: 2 Headphone Jacks, 1 Microphone Output, Card Reader: 9-in-1: SD, SDIO, SDXC, SDHC, MS, MS Pro, MMC, MSXC, xD
Networking
Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel WiFi Link 1000 BGN (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth Broadcom BCM2070 3.0 USB, WWAN: optional (not built in)
Optical drive
HL-DT-ST DVDRWBD CT30N
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 38.2 x 381 x 265.4 ( = 1.5 x 15 x 10.45 in)
Battery
56 Wh Lithium-Ion
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: Webcam unterstützt HD Video-Streaming
Additional features
Driver&Utilities CD, printed user manual, Safety and Recycling Information, Dell Software License Agreement, Brief Instructions for Nvidia 3D TV, 12 Months Warranty, USB 2.0 and eSATA combination port
Weight
2.86 kg ( = 100.88 oz / 6.31 pounds), Power Supply: 650 g ( = 22.93 oz / 1.43 pounds)
Price
1520 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 83.8% - good
Average of 5 scores (from 5 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 93%, features: 84%, display: 89% mobility: 73%, workmanship: 89%, ergonomy: 89%, emissions: 74%

Reviews for the Dell XPS 15 FHD

81% Review Dell XPS 15 FHD Notebook | Notebookcheck
Ambitious Glossy-Screened Gamer. Finally, the XPS 15 has gotten a chance to go through our obstacle course. This configuration of a powerful quad-core CPU and Nvidia GeForce GT 435M GPU on an optimized full HD RGB LED screen shows promise not only in terms of application and graphics performance but also as a multimedia device.
Dell XPS 15
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
Reasons to buy the Dell XPS 15 are many. It’s a refreshing update to Dell’s premier laptop range, combining features and options that are hard to find in many other mainstream laptops. A full-HD screen, USB 3.0 ports, Nvidia 3D TV Play, very good onboard sound, striking looks and features -- all this at a not quite insanely high price. If you’re looking for a very good desktop replacement laptop at the Rs. 50,000 mark, make sure you check out the new Dell XPS 15.
workmanship, equipment and display resolution are good but the weight is high
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/10/2011

Foreign Reviews

89% 3D-Notebooks
Source: SFT - 1/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 89%
86% Dell XPS 15 im Test
Source: Onlinekosten.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/08/2010
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 100% features: 90% display: 93% mobility: 76% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 90%
83% Test Dell XPS 15 FHD Notebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 83% performance: 92% display: 93% mobility: 71% workmanship: 88% ergonomy: 88% emissions: 75%
80% Dell XPS 15
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/14/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GT 435M: GF108 based mid-range graphics card with DX11 support.

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.


Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  


840QM: The Core i7-840QM is a high-end quad core CPU for laptops that clocks due to the Turbo Mode from 1.86-3.2 GHz. Therefore, the processor combines the advantages of fast single core CPUs and slow quad-core CPUs. Hyperthreading allows the simultaneous use of 8 Threads in parallel. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


15.60":

15-inch display variants are the standard and are used for more than half of all laptops.

The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, often allows high resolutions and thus offers rich details on the screen, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact - simply the standard compromise.

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


2.86 kg:

With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.


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.


83.8%: 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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Devices from a different Manufacturer and/or with a different CPU

Dell XPS 15-dndogx4
GeForce GT 435M, Core i7 740QM
Dell XPS 15
GeForce GT 435M, Core i5 460M

Devices with the same GPU

Asus N43JM-VX025V
GeForce GT 435M, Core i5 480M, 14.00", 2.4 kg
Asus N43J
GeForce GT 435M, Core i7 740QM, 14.00", 2.4 kg

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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2010-12-26 (Update: 2012-05-26)