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Dell XPS 15

Specifications

Dell XPS 15
Dell XPS 15 (XPS 15 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i5-460M 2 x 2.5 - 2.8 GHz, Arrandale
Graphics adapter
Display
15.60 inch 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixel, glossy: yes
Weight
2.8 kg ( = 98.77 oz / 6.17 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
770 Euro

 

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Average Score: 82.38% - good
Average of 8 scores (from 12 reviews)
price: 81%, performance: 83%, features: 88%, display: - % mobility: 63%, workmanship: - %, ergonomy: 74%, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Dell XPS 15

80% Dell XPS 15 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Overall, Dell's XPS 15 is an impressive machine, offering good build quality, class-leading connectivity, decent video and audio, and plenty of power for the average user. It's fully upgradeable too, including such luxuries as a digital TV tuner and the unique (for a consumer laptop at this price point) option of a Full HD, RGB-LED backlit screen, which makes this an intriguing choice for colour-critical work.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 90% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 80%
70% Dell XPS 15 Review
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
The newly redesigned Dell XPS 15 brings a lot of cool features to the table, but seems to miss the mark in the design department. With previous XPS notebooks being flagship models from Dell, it's disappointing to see such a bland and normal looking system. I think it's rather odd when you look at "budget" models like the Inspiron 15R and see flashier colors and sleeker profiles. Build quality was a step up at least, with metal panels protecting the screen and metal on the palmrest and keyboard trim inside the notebook. The plastic chassis felt strong, but left something to be desired when it came to accessing internal components. Users looking to replace the hard drive will find it very difficult, as the notebook requires full disassembly if they want to upgrade to an SSD later on. System performance was very good with the Intel Core i5 560M and NVIDIA GeForce GT420M performing well in a variety of tasks. The sound system was my favorite feature on this notebook, providing booming bass and great audio quality. Overall if you don't mind the looks, the XPS does offer a pretty good value, starting at $799 for the base configuration.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/17/2011
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 90% mobility: 60% ergonomy: 60%
83% Dell XPS 15
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Not quite as classy as its predecessors, but the newly affordable XPS is a bona-fide entertainer
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/08/2010
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 83% performance: 83% features: 83% ergonomy: 83%
80% Dell XPS 15 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Anyone looking for a high-powered entertainment laptop but restrained by their budget will find the Dell XPS 15 a perfect companion. With excellent performance, strong build quality, a colourful display and surprisingly powerful audio, this mini machine can effortlessly keep the whole family amused.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/25/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Dell XPS 15
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Dell is relaunching its high-end laptop line for the holiday season with a revamped line of XPS systems. These are media-focused counterparts to the gaming-centric Alienware, and, now that the poorly defined Studio line has been killed, the main alternative to the infinitely configurable mainstream Inspirons. Dell's new line of XPS laptops, including the XPS 15, offers more bang for the buck than most, combining great audio and rock-solid features for less than $1,000.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/06/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% features: 90% mobility: 50%
90% Dell XPS 15
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The Dell XPS 15 ($1,115 direct), a desktop replacement laptop, is a wonderland of lavish features, cutting-edge components, and ,overall, one of the best laptops I've tested. Even more impressive is that most of its parts are customizable before finalizing your purchase: The XPS 15 can be completely over the top or priced to meet a certain budget. It's one of the few 15-inch laptops that has support for a full 1080p screen resolution, a Skype-certified HD webcam, floor-thumping speakers, and every wireless technology imaginable. If the Intel Core i5 processor and Nvidia GeForce GT 420M (with Optimus technology) aren't groundbreaking enough for you, there are options for quad-core processors and a more powerful graphics card. The only thing left to do now is hand the XPS 15 the Editors' Choice in the desktop replacement laptop category.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/04/2010
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Dell XPS 15
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
If you're looking for a reasonably priced all-purpose notebook that's great for multimedia and good enough for real gaming, the Dell XPS 15 is one of your best options. The sound quality alone really sets this laptop apart, as does the HD webcam (though we wish it performed better in low light). If you're looking for something more portable and stylish, you might want to consider a 14-inch system like the HP Envy 14. However, if you want an entertainment PC for use around the house, the XPS 15 should be near or at the top of your list.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

96% Notebooks für jeden Zweck
Source: SFT - 3/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 96%
Multimedia-Notebooks mit Intels Core-i-2000-Prozessoren
Source: c't - 10/11 German
battery runtime very good, performance good, 3D-games good, display very good, fan very bad
Comparison, , Long, Date: 05/01/2011
XPS 15 – csúcsmoDell
Source: Prohardver.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; high-quality materials; strong hardware; good input devices; great sound. Negative: The display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/05/2012
Bemutatkoznak a Dell új XPS sorozat XPS 15 és XPS 17 tagjai
Source: Laptopkalauz HU→EN Archive.org version
long battery runtime, high performance
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/01/2010
Dell XPS 14, 15, 17
Source: Pasonisan JA→EN Archive.org version
performance good
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/26/2010

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.


460M: The Core i5-460M has only 3 MB L3 Cache (compared to the I7-620M) and clocks between 2.53-2.8 GHz (Turbo Mode). Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.» 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.


2.8 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.


82.38%: 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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Dell Inspiron 15 5510, i7-11390H MX450
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Dell Latitude 15 5531, i5-12600H MX550
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Stefan Hinum, 2010-11- 7 (Update: 2012-05-26)