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Dell XPS 12 9250-9303

Specifications

Dell XPS 12 9250-9303
Dell XPS 12 9250-9303 (XPS 12 Series)
Processor
Intel Core m5-6Y57 2 x 1.1 - 2.8 GHz, Skylake
Graphics adapter
Memory
8 GB 
Display
12.50 inch 16:9, 3840 x 2160 pixel, glossy: yes
Weight
1.25 kg ( = 44.09 oz / 2.76 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 62.5% - poor
Average of 2 scores (from 6 reviews)

Reviews for the Dell XPS 12 9250-9303

Dell XPS 12 Two-in-One Laptop Review
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
By far, though, the most impressive part was the quality of the display and the stylus. To say that drawing and writing on the XPS 12 was a pleasure is a complete understatement. The tablet provided one of the best digital drawing experiences I've ever had with a consumer tablet; this could absolutely be a digital artist's main drawing tablet, and I can't imagine they'd find a single thing to complain about. If you frequently take handwritten notes, as well, you'll love the XPS 12.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/26/2016
40% Review: Dell's XPS 12 is all over the shop
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
The killer blow for the XPS 12, though, is the sheer quality of the competition. If you have anywhere between $1,300 and $2,000 to spend then there are many other devices more worthy of your cash. Given that you can pick up the Core m3-powered Surface Pro 4 with the Type Cover for $1,549, I fear the XPS 12 is dead in the water. Sorry, Dell, but this time it’s back to the drawing board.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/15/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%

Foreign Reviews

Dell XPS 12 Ultrabook (M5-6Y57, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 21/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2016
85% Dell XPS 12 Ultrabook (M5-6Y57, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD)
Source: Computerbild - Heft 10/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/15/2016
Rating: Total score: 85%
Обзор Windows-планшета Dell XPS 12 9250 с 4К-экраном: практичный гибрид?
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Strict appearance; quality materials and high-quality assembly; fast storage subsystem based on the data format SSD M.2 2280 connects over SATA3; good silent cooling system; convenient input devices on the additional unit; excellent display. Negative: Short battery life; a small and very limited choice of configurations; high price for its class; limited connectivity.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/20/2016
完美二合一?戴尔XPS 12告诉你它够不够资格
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; nice keyboard; excellent display; flexible stylus pen; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/01/2016

Comment

Intel HD Graphics 515: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on Core-m-CPUs of the Skylake generation (4,5 W TDP).

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.


6Y57: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for tablets and 2-in-1 notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 515 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


12.50":

This range of display format is largely the upper limit for tablets and the lower limit for subnotebooks.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small in size and therefore easily portable. The tiny display has the added advantage of requiring little power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions, which one is used to from a standard laptop, are almost not usable.

The same applies to tablets in this size range.

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


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.


62.5%: Such a poor rating is rare. There are only a few notebooks that were rated even worse. The rating websites do not give a purchase recommendation here.


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

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2016-07-23 (Update: 2016-07-23)