Dell XPS 17-L702X
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Average of 13 scores (from 18 reviews)
Reviews for the Dell XPS 17-L702X
Hot blooded dandy. Dell has quite a few plans for its XPS 17 refresh. In addition to one of the latest Sandy Bridge processors and a strong DirectX 11 graphics card, the 17 incher optionally has a 3D capable 120 Hz screen. Has Mission Entertainment been successful?
Source: Digital Versus

It's been a while since we've been quite so blown away by a laptop. The Dell XPS 17 delivers excellent audio quality and has a GPU/CPU combo that opens the door to all kinds of uses and programs. It has a top-notch design, great handling, battery life of almost six hours and a high-contrast screen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/06/2012
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Tech2.in.com

At Rs. 85,800, the Dell XPS 17 offers good value for money, despite its minor shortcomings. It’s designed to be a desktop replacement and it does a brilliant job at that. It also just happens to be one of the most feature rich notebooks in the market, currently. If you were out shopping for a desktop replacement notebook, then the Dell XPS 17 should be high on your list. Remember though, that this is not exactly a portable solution and the battery life is not the best, since it does not have Nvidia’s Optimus technology so you’ll have to compromise on these a bit.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/11/2012
Rating: Total score: 75%
Source: Tech Advisor

The Dell XPS 17 L702X comes in at a fairly competitive price, though it still comes up short in key areas. 500GB seems small for a £1000-plus laptop and although the screen is very good the 3D capabilities are of limited appeal. But the design flaws of the Dell really make themselves obvious after a period of time; its qualities as a multimedia machine are overshadowed by noisy fans and heat issues.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: IT Reviews

The XPS 17 benefits from some very slick design, from the touchpad to the keyboard and speakers. However, it is a chunky machine, and the hard disk size on our review model was disappointingly small. While this Dell offering isn't particularly cheap, considering what you're getting here - the build quality, array of ports, solid gaming performance and a great display - it isn't a laptop you'll regret buying.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/19/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: CNet

Dell's sometimes-confusing array of in-house consumer brands has been thankfully whittled down to three, and there's a clear enough delineation between them to make choosing a Dell laptop (or at least a starting point) a simple equation. Dell's XPS 17 3D is for those who want a powerful media and gaming 17-inch laptop, but in a more aesthetically upscale package than offered by Dell's Alienware brand.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% mobility: 80%
Source: Wired Magazine

In the end, Dell’s latest XPS is a solid entry into this venerable laptop series, and if you really need 3-D capabilities, it stands up as perhaps the market’s machine to beat. But at a price that approaches two grand and with some distinct drawbacks in its “con” list, you probably have to ask yourself one question before you whip out your Diner’s Club: Do you really need 3-D? Well, do ya, punk?
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: T3

There's a lot of potential on Dells' XPS 17 3D X7M60 that can realised if you're willing to layout more cash a spec upgrade. The basics are great and the all important screen, outstanding
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/10/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Techradar

The XPS 17 is an impressive multimedia machine that doesn't cost the earth. Great performance and usability are joined by a highly impressive features list to make this a competitive package.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/04/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Tech Advisor

Weighing 3.36kg with the power brick, and measuring nearly 40mm thick in places, this is no HP Envy 17. Still, if you're looking for a capable, premium desktop replacement that can do everything, the Dell XPS 17 3D fits the bill.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/24/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: PC World

Weighing 9 pounds, 11 ounces with the power brick, and measuring nearly 2 inches thick in places, this is no HP Envy 17. Still, if you're looking for a capable, premium desktop replacement that can do everything, the Dell XPS 17 3D fits the bill.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Notebookjournal

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/20/2011
Rating: performance: 80% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
Source: Notebookcheck

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/20/2011
Rating: Total score: 83% performance: 89% display: 86% mobility: 69% workmanship: 88% ergonomy: 84% emissions: 69%
Source: Notebookjournal

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/15/2011
Rating: performance: 90% features: 50% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
Source: HardwareLuxx

positive: performance, chassis, bright display, 3D-ability, price; negative: very loud, battery runtime
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/21/2011
Source: 01Net

Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/08/2011
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: 3DNews.ru

few improvements compared to antecessor, high fan noise, bad sound quality and display, good performance
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/07/2011
Source: Tinh Te

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/19/2012
Source: PC Store

3D-display, workmanship and cooling are good
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/25/2011
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17.30": This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
3.6 kg:
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