Dell Latitude 6430u HD+

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80% Dell Latitude 6430u (HD+) review
Source: IT Reviews Archive.org version
The Dell Latitude 6430u (HD+) takes the Dell Latitude 6430u—an Editors’ Choice as a business ultrabook—and adds a higher-resolution screen and an upgraded processor. The Dell Latitude 6430u (HD+) adds a 1,600 by 900 display to a formidable business laptop, and packs some multimedia oomph as well.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

80% Dell Latitude 6430u (HD+)
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
The Dell Latitude 6430u (HD+) doesn't have the battery life of many of its peers, including the alternate configuration of the 6430u with a lower-res screen, with was named an Editors' Choice this spring. Its price seems a bit high for what it offers. But the 6430u (HD+) is an elegant (if understated) business ultrabook with a smooth keyboard, a sweet 1,600 by 900 screen, and good business and media creation capabilities. The Latitude 6430u is also the first laptop that's compatible with Dell's new WiGig wireless dock.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/30/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

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leises Business-Ultrabook mit langem Atem
Source: Tom's Hardware DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: understated design Negative: average workmanship
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2013

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The business ultrabook niche is currently one of the hotly contested markets in the notebook scene. Different brands try to outdo each other on thin portable profiles and long battery life, the hallmarks of a great business ultrabooks. The Dell Latitude 6430u HD+ attempts to best its competitors with unique features like the HD+ screen (1600x900) and a WiGig wireless dock. The WiGig is a wireless dock that features several USB 3.0 ports and a few other inputs that are commonly used. Hailed as the wave of the future, this device reduces cable clutter and makes networking devices and peripherals a breeze.

With its small and stylish black and silver frame, and light weight – this Ultrabook is pleasing to the eye, and is easily portable. The 14 inch HD+ screen makes viewing video or other media a delight. The Dell Latitude 6430u HD+ comes equipped with Windows 7 for better business productivity. Performance is not the best it could be, but it should suffice for most work tasks. The keyboard is backlit, a plus for those who find themselves occasionally having to work in low light conditions. The chiclet keys are pleasant to use, and touchpad and pointing stick are responsive. Compared to other similar models, the Dell Latitude 6430u HD+ is priced higher, possibly due to the HD+ resolution. The Dell Latitude 6430u HD+ would seem to be a decent enough offering, but other than the WiGig dock and the HD+ screen, there seem to be few reasons to choose this machine over its competitors. 

Intel HD Graphics 4000: Processor graphics card in the high end Ivy Bridge models. Offers a different clock speed in the different CPU models (ULV to desktop quad core) and therefore a different performance.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

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3437U: Fast Ivy-Bridge-based ULV-CPU in Q1 2013. Offers a core clock of 1.9 - 2.9 GHz and an HD 4000 GPU (350 - 1200 MHz). The TDP is rated at 17 W.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

14.00":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

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%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.

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