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These days there’s a bewildering amount of computing choice – almost too much in fact. There is an army of desktops, all-in-ones, tablets, Ultrabooks, laptops, phablets… Most of us opt for a type of device that suits our lifestyle and budget, but business...
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The XPS 15 is Dell’s flagship laptop and no special treatment has been spared for the 2014 model. Clearly aiming to be Dell's MacBook Pro killer, the XPS 15's aluminium finish and smooth, rounded corners look stunning against its black soft-touch interior...
A powerful laptop, but an unresponsive touchpad and disappointing ultra-high resolution screen let it down...
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Dell's Xtreme Performance System (XPS) laptop range dates back to 1993, when the US company launched the line to focus on corporate customers rather than consumers. Since then the brand has developed to present the company's fast and powerful business la...
Flawless performance, premium design, great keyboard...
Price tag, chassis prone to scratches, not the most intuitive trackpad...
The Dell XPS 15 is one of the best laptops we have tested in a long time. It's hard to fault, as its weaknesses – such as the trackpad taking some getting used to and the chassis being prone to scratches – aren't too significant. The real caveat here, tho...
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Convertible Ultrabooks and Tablet PCs are all the rage now, especially since many feature a multi-flip hinge or its equivalent that allows you to convert between notebook and tablet modes with ease. They come in a compact form factor and are light enough...
Polished, sturdy body with carbon fiber composite base, Only 2kg for a multimedia 15.6inch notebook, 3,200 x 1,800pixel resolution panel, NFC connectivity...
Only 5,400RPM HDD (no SSD), Higher capacity battery option not available, Slightly expensive...
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Dell's XPS laptops have long been the Cadillacs of the market. Expensive, luxurious, and powerful, there's no mistaking an XPS for a lesser system. Yet, there's also a lingering, and sometimes unfair, sense that the line is second-best. This arguably ste...
Attractive and wellbuilt, Excellent performance, Good battery life, Four USB ports, Quiet at idle...
Subpar display quality, 3200x1800 display saps the GPU's power in games, Runs hot and loud at load...
Dell's XPS 15 is a system of extremes. The display provides incredible sharpness, but its quality is well below average. The processor and video card perform well, but the fan struggles to cool them at full load. The 512GB solid state drive is massive...
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DELL'S Xtreme Performance System (XPS) laptop range dates back to 1993, when the US company launched the line to focus on corporate customers rather than consumers...
Flawless performance, premium design, great keyboard.
Chassis is prone to scratches, trackpad takes a little getting used to.
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18 Flares 18 Flares Today we take a look at a 2014 model laptop from Dell. The DELL XPS 15 9530 is a pretty standard looking 15″ laptop, but it incorporates an ultra high QHD+ resolution touch-screen (3200 x 1800 pixels), a quad core i7-4702HQ CPU...
A great workman’s laptop with good battery life, strong performance and some basic gaming abilities – all through a beautiful but reflective touchscreen...
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Apple has set the benchmark for high-end notebooks with its Retina displays, PCIe flash storage and phenomenal battery life. Can Dell's latest Windows 8.1 machine, the XPS 15, challenge the class-leading Mac? We put the devices head-to-head in the follow...
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The Dell XPS 15 (9530) is a high-end desktop replacement laptop, and that’s a funny place to be. While, yes, you could buy a less expensive laptop to do many of the same tasks, systems like the XPS 15 (9530) are simultaneously PC tools and showcases for p...
With its brilliant screen and serious components, the luxury-minded Dell XPS 15 (9530) is Dell's showcase PC meant to go up against high-end laptop offerings...
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Dell is the only PC manufacturer that has consistently understood the need for premium products that wow consumers and make competitors look bad. Accomplishing this has long been the job of its XPS sub-brand, and while its experiments haven't sometimes tu...
Attractive and durable exterior, Very thin and light for a 15.6” laptop, Four USB 3.0 ports, Bright 3200 x 1800 display, Quick, wellrounded performance...
Expensive, Display lacks contrast, Loud fan at load...
Dell's XPS 15 is a valiant attempt to compete with the best premium notebooks but, ultimately, it falls a bit short. The blame for this lies with the display, which pads the price but doesn't add much to the user experience. Is it sharp? Certainly. But...
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Let's face it - if Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air was human, few would blame it for having an ego of Kanye West-sized proportions after being copied for years by sub-par imitations. Recent efforts to emerge from the Windows camp, however, indicate that rival...
Haswell, Classy design, Light, Decent keyboard, 1080p screen, Swappable battery...
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Let's face it - if Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air was human, few would blame it for having an ego of Kanye West-sized proportions after being copied for years by sub-par imitations. Recent efforts to emerge from the Windows camp, however, indicate that rival...
Haswell, Classy design, Light, Decent keyboard, 1080p screen, Swappable battery...
Few ports...
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Dell's has refreshed its XPS laptop range with upgraded screens and Intel Haswell processors. Here's our Dell XPS 13 and XPS 15 hands-on review. The new XPS range looks sleek with a stylish combination of aluminium and carbon fibre. They're thin and ligh...
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It's like clockwork. Every year Dell updates its XPS 15 range by upgrading the hardware. But this year has a bit more in store for us, as Dell has brought...
Good computing power, Design and finishing, Backlit keyboard, Low heating, Good audio, Reasonably priced optional upgrades, Decent battery life: 4 hrs 15 min...
Noisy when hard at work, No SSD to reduce the startup / shutdown / saving / response times...
This 2012 generation of the Dell XPS 15 has a well-finished, upgraded chassis, good processing power, quality audio components, good handling of everyday tasks and a certain amount of gaming capability. All these things make this, in our opinion, a comput...
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The Dell XPS 15 is a laptop that showcases what Dell is very good at, and that is creating high-quality products. This is a laptop that's not supposed to be the cheapest possible alternative, but one that is put together decently and performs adequately...
The Dell XPS 15s are deluxe laptops that look great. This is true for both models we tested, but we definitely prefer the version with Core i7 and GT 640M over the one with Core i5 and GT 630M. The i7 version costs more of course, but it's worth the ext...
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Dell recently refreshed its XPS line up of laptops, slotting in two new models and updating its XPS 13 ultrabook to Ivy Bridge. The XPS 15 is in some ways the odd one out of the lineup.While it is physically quite similar to the XPS 13 and 14 it doesn't b...
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Dell recently refreshed its XPS line up of laptops, slotting in two new models and updating its XPS 13 Ultrabook to the latest Intel chip also known as Ivy Bridge. The XPS 15 is in some ways the odd one out of the lineup. While it is physically quite...
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Dell recently refreshed its XPS line up of laptops, slotting in two new models and updating its XPS 13 Ultrabook to Ivy Bridge. The XPS 15 is in some ways the odd one out of the lineup. While it is physically quite similar to the XPS 13 and 14 it doesn't...
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Most laptops that pass through GadgetGuy’s office at the moment tend to offer a minimalist computing experience, with a smallish screen, smallish drive, and a sleek streamlined look. Not everyone is after the little laptop lifestyle, and Dell thinks i...
Decent specs; High resolution screen for a PC laptop;...
Touchpad mouse feels strange and carries a touch too much resistance; Combination of metal and rubber is a little odd; Screen needs better viewing angles and less gloss;...
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Competition is tough among manufacturers of premium desktop replacement laptops, with plenty of players vying for the Windows PC market, and a growing number moving to Apple products. But while everyone is busy doing their best Apple impression, not every...
Fast performer thanks to Ivy Bridge CPU, Decent gaming prowess via the GT 640M, Impressive battery life, Premium chassis design elements...
Does look pretty Appleish, No SSD cache on topend model...
Among premium desktop replacement laptops, the Dell XPS 15 is an above average contender, with top hardware and solid performance. Unfortunately – especially with such a strong physical resemblance to the MacBook Pro – it can't match Apple's Retina disp...
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Dell is back with a bang – with a huge 2012 refresh including a raft of third-generation Intel Core powered machines.Along with the new Inspiron, Latitude and Vostro machines, the flagship XPS range also has a new leader; the Dell XPS 15.The Dell XPS 15 i...
Fantastic Full HD display, Great build quality, Ivy Bridge power, Nvidia GeForce GPU, Supercomfy keyboard...
MacBook Pro clone, DVD as standard, Expensive, Average battery life, Quite heavy...
The Dell XPS 15 is a fantastic high-end notebook that ignores the Ultrabook threat and instead parades proudly in a slightly curvaceous, but lusciously attractive exterior. The wealth of cutting-edge technology afforded to the buyer more than makes up for...
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Note: This review originally appeared in PC&TA issue 167 as part of a laptop group test.] Dell’s XPS logo has adorned some fine laptops over the years, and its current XPS 15 is no exception. Visually, it isn’t the most distinctive addition to the ra...
A tad expensive, but Dell's mighty XPS is a powerful laptop with great battery life and a generous range of features...
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When the 15z was announced there was no small amount of fanfare, not least due to Dell’s interesting claim that this was the thinnest 15in laptop in existence. In no time at all, it had been pointed out that the accompanying asterisk needed to be the s...
Certainly, the 15z’s base pricing of £899 appeals, particularly for those who prefer Windows or are OS-indifferent. It’s also easily portable at 2.5kg, despite packing in enough top-end components to make it a machine you could use without frustration...
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Although we've seen the Dell XPS 15 L502X before the P11F is a slightly different ?laptop that comes with a touchscreen. As an entertainment-focused laptop the touchscreen offers a different way to watch DVDs, for example, letting you select options on...
The Dell XPS 15 L502X P11F is a well-balanced desktop replacement laptop that will happily deal with everyday tasks and keep the family entertained. However, we can't help thinking that the touchscreen isn't necessary and when you consider it adds £160...
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The XPS 15 is a glossy unfortunately. When using it outside, sun rays will pose a definite problem. Its 15.6-inch screen has a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution which means you won't suffer from too much visual fatigue. We've still got the usual TN type scr...
Good CPU performance, Good gaming capacity, High quality speakers, Good quality webcam, Wide touchpad...
Noisy, Glossy low contrast panel, Poor quality audio line out...
With its Full HD panel, Blu-ray player and powerful components, the Dell XPS 15 is perfectly at ease with multimedia use. Promises kept!...
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Revisiting past glories is a path fraught with peril, but Dell’s resurrection of its once-legendary XPS range is one of the success stories. Fusing power, panache and a fantastic pair of speakers, the XPS 15 gained a Recommended award in late 2010. N...
By adding Sandy Bridge to an already fine laptop, Dell has created an entertainment tour-de-force with the Dell XPS 15. Read our review...
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Even the basic, most inexpensive Dell XPS 15 L502X model - it starts at £529 inc VAT, but our review unit costs £599 - has discrete Nvidia GeForce 525M graphics with 1GB of memory, a 15.6-inch widescreen LED-backlit display, and JBL-designed speakers...
Overall, the Dell XPS 15 L502X does a very good job with multimedia, and a fair to middling one with everything else. Its size and battery life preclude serious consideration by airport denizens, but if you're a general user who also likes to play a fe...
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Sonic powerThe XPS isn't just about some extra CPU slickness either though. Slip a Blu-ray into the drive and you can make full use of the 1920x1080 screen, which is bright, crisp and colourful.However, what hits you first is not the visuals but the aweso...
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While many multimedia laptops will send your bank account crashing into the red, the Dell XPS 15 boasts incredible power and an impressive set of features, and all for a good chunk less than a grand. The Dell XPS 15’s premium chassis looks smart a...
The excellent nVidia Optimus graphics, Low price considering the power on offer...
The chassis is a little chunky We'd prefer a higher resolution for watching HD films...
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By adding Sandy Bridge to an already fine laptop, Dell has created an entertainment tour-de-force Revisiting past glories is a path often fraught with peril, but Dell’s resurrection of its once-legendary XPS range is one of the success stories. Fusing...
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Revisiting past glories is a path often fraught with peril, but Dell's resurrection of its once-legendary XPS range is one of the success stories. Fusing power, panache and a fantastic pair of speakers, the XPS 15 gained a Recommended award in late 2010 w...
By adding Sandy Bridge to an already fine laptop, Dell has created an entertainment tour-de-force...
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The Dell XPS 15 is little brother to the Dell XPS 17 that recently won our Best Buy award. It has the same Intel Core i5-460M processor but a less powerful Nvidia GT 420M dedicated graphics chip. However, its score of 28.2fps in our Call of Duty 4 benc...
Sets a new standard for quality on almost every front: its design, screen, speakers, performance and connectivity are the best you can get for the price...
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The Dell XPS L501x is a laptop that competes with the Apple Macbook Pro. It has a 15.6in, Full HD (1080p) screen, an Intel Core i7 processor, a fast 640GB hard drive and all the trimmings. It's not as attractive or as well-built as an Apple laptop bu...
The Dell XPS L501x is a strong performer. It's not as well built or attractive as a MacBook Pro, but it is a cheaper laptop. Campbell Simpson, PCWorld.idg.com.au...
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The Dell XPS 15 (L501x) is a notebook that competes with the Apple Macbook Pro. It has a 15.6in, Full HD (1080p) screen, an Intel Core i7 processor, a fast 640GB hard drive and all the trimmings. It's not as attractive or as well-built as an Apple lap...
Excellent screen, plenty of processing power, surprisingly good speakers...
Thicker than a Macbook Pro, graphics card could be more powerful, build quality could be better...
The Dell XPS 15 (L501x) notebook is a strong performer, and it's not even particularly expensive. It's not all good news -- it's a little thick and the internal fan can be loud...
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For a widescreen 15-inch laptop, the latest version of the Dell XPS 15 is a huge - if stylish - slab of a machine. The hefty base, with a curved cutout for the dropped hinge and stereo JBL speakers flanking the keyboard, makes the screen look slender...
The Dell XPS 15 has an amazing - if pricey - screen, speakers that deliver sound you won't be ashamed of, good performance and Optimus graphics, USB 3 ports and a mostly convenient design...
It's clever but it's also big and the design won't appeal to everyone; you might miss the VGA port and if you try to take it with you, you'll miss better battery life...
We love the screen for watching movies and the speakers definitely impress, the performance is good enough for gaming and what you get for the price makes this a good all-rounderKey specs3.5mm jack, Blu-ray, Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, Li-ion battery, M...
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What is the Dell XPS 15? Dell debuted its XPS brand on bleeding-edge desktop PCs back in 1993, but now this famous name is commonly associated with luxurious laptops such as the latest XPS 15. It's designed for those who want a high-end experience, whethe...
Incredible highresolution screen, Fantastic design and build quality, Powerful Core i7 processor, Gamingcapable GPU, Slimline chassis...
Noisy and warm under heavy load, Battery life falls short of MacBook standards...
Dell's luxurious XPS 15 has a superlative screen and physical design that's the match of Apple's MacBook, and it's got high-end components on the inside too. It's one of the best premium Windows machines on the market, but Apple's MacBook Pro has better s...
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Dell have been releasing some great mobile products in 2010, and KitGuru has reviewed many of their range, including the fantastic which earned our coveted ‘must have’ award.While Dell release a plethora of machines over the course of a year, one o...
An excellent machine, with very few weaknesses in any key areas. A very powerful mobile system equally suited to both gamers and professional level designers and modelling artists...
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Since the release of the Adamo XPS at the tail-end of last year, Dell's XPS brand has lain dormant. But it's finally resurrected the brand for the release of its latest 15.6in and 17in models, and the first to arrive in the PC Pro Labs is the 15.6in XPS 1...
Not quite as classy as its predecessors, but the newly affordable XPS is a bona-fide entertainer...
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Today's review product is Dells new 15" XPS, the L501X which retails for just £549 in the UK at the moment and also has a $100 discount in the USA. We will be putting the system through a selection of real world tests which include Blu-Ray 3D playback...
As we had previously tested the Adamo XPS system with its aluminium chassis our expectations for the XPS 15 were set reasonably high and for the most part it delivered. The Aluminium lid looks and feels great and it was good to see that Dell continued...
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With a name like Xtreme Performance System, you know just what you're getting from Dell's XPS range. The XPS series has been around a while now but the latest Dell XPS 15 incarnation is one of the best yet, boasting incredible power, some impressive fe...
Firm chassis, Strong performance, Nvidia Optimus technology, Excellent display, Fully featured...
Bulky, unusual design, Reflective screen...
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Are you into rubber? It’s not that we want to know what type of parties you go to on a Saturday night, but you have to be a fan of the soft stuff if you’re thinking of picking up one of Dell’s latest deviant XPS series.This preference co...
Well built. Decent performance. Great price...
No high res screen option. Speakers not great...
Great looking, built like a tank and very well specced for the price. The only possible turn off is the rubber finish...
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The Dell XPS M1530 aims to combine power and mobility at an affordable price. With its impressive specification, great usability and strong performance, it ably succeeds. The stylish silver and black chassis weighs 2.7kg. It can be carried on journeys...
Excellent screen, Impressive usability, Great spec, Powerful performance...
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Form and function meet in the middle in one supremely well-made package Dell’s XPS brand was once synonymous with futuristically tailored, high-performance gaming systems. But with the acquisition of Alienware in 2006, Dell sought to steer the X...
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Dells XPS brand is associated with gaming laptops, but the M1530 excels in a wide variety of tasks. This model has been generously upgraded over the M1530 we reviewed in Shopper 243 but costs just £20 more. The chassis is in a class of its own. The...
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I recently had a motherboard failure on my existing Dell Inspiron laptop and given its age, repair looked a bad move as one could buy a new laptop for less. However, once I decided to see what was available and given my two main criteria - a higher tha...
Great feature set, fast, GFX card, HDMI out...
keyboard/touchpad could be better...
The Dell XPS 1530 series can be had from around £499+VAT upwards depending on options. For this you get a great chassis packed with features that really set it apart from the budget offerings that litter the supermarket shelves at £300 or so. Yes it c...
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If you want some power under the hood but still need mobility this XPS from Dell is a great option. Were keen on the design and build as well as the features in tow.
Strong build, nice design, powerful components and quick start MediaDirect functionality, Digital/Analogue TV tuner, HDMI...
No e-SATA The Final Word If you want some power under the hood but still need mobility this XPS from Dell is a great option. Were keen on the design and build as well as the features in tow.
If you want some power under the hood but still need mobility this XPS from Dell is a great option. Were keen on the design and build as well as the features in tow.
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In last months Whats New, we reviewed Dells XPS M1730 gaming laptop. This month, its the turn of the M1530. Luckily, its not as ugly as its larger brother. With the lid closed, its as sleek as 15.4in laptops get. Theres a choice of blue and b...
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When Dell released the XPS 1330 last year it was lauded by many as the best-looking laptop of all time. The look, size and build quality were perfect for the mobile traveller who needed something a little different. In many respects, the Dell XPS M1530...
Comfortable to use, Looks great, Good screen...
Not compatible with DirectX 10, Short battery life...
When Dell released the XPS 1330 last year it was lauded by many as the best-looking laptop of all time. The look, size and build quality were perfect for the mobile traveller who needed something a little different. In many respects, the Dell XPS M1530...
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Dell's XPS branding was once synonymous with futuristically tailored, high-performance gaming systems. But with the acquisition of Alienware back in 2006, Dell sought to steer the branding away from its specialist heritage and usher in a new, luxurious...
A superb laptop, combining excellent ergonomics and slick looks with a good dollop of power...
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If you liked the styling of the XPS M1330 but felt it a little too small for everyday use, the XPS M1530 is the machine for you. It has the same great build quality and a specification that puts other machines of this price to shame. However, what impr...
Great design, Powerful...
Not as cool as the lighter M1330...
A new larger screen on a modern classic design may be heavier but it’s still a great machine...
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The XPS M1730 was a monster both in gaming performance and size, while the XPS M1330 was one of the more portable 13.3-inchers in the market. So what happens if one wants a powerful machine but yet is unwilling to dislocate a shoulder while moving it?...
Excellent gaming performance, Touchsensitive buttons, Slim and light for a midsize machine, Good feature set which includes a fingerprint sensor, Miniremote control stored in the ExpressCard slot...
No subwoofer, Few USB ports, No modem...
Dont let the slim design and relatively light heft fool you. This XPS is one powerful gaming portable with an impressive feature set for work and play.
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Still, as videocards go it's quite capable and will happily run your favourite games at lower settings, or let you get in a few hours on your favourite MMO. CPU wise, the XPS 15 has an Intel Core i7 4712HQ that can boost up to 3.3GHz. It's also got 16GB...
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Lisa Gade reviews the Dell XPS 15, 2014 revision with 4th generation Intel Haswell CPUs and optional NVIDIA GeForce GT 750M graphics. The XPS 15 is one of the few ultraportable powerhouse laptops with full mobile CPUs rather than slower Ultrabooks CPUs, a...
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Lisa Gade reviews the Dell XPS 15 mid-2012 model. This is a 15.6″ thin and light notebook that weighs 5.79 lbs and is 0.91″ thick. It has an excellent 1080p with Gorilla Glass. We look at the 2.1GHz Intel Core i7 quad core Ivy Bridge model with Intel HD 4...
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MacBooks are popular due to their Retina displays, PCIe flash storage and phenomenal battery life. Can Dell's latest Windows 8.1 machine, the XPS 15, challenge the class-leading OS X device? The Windows machines are the cheaper of the two devices, starti...
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Lisa Gade reviews the 2015 Dell XPS 15 with the UHD 4K display. We look at the top of the line model that sells for $2,500, though the 4K model starts at $2,000. The XPS 15 UHD has the 2.3 GHz Core i7-4712 Intel 4th generation Haswell quad Core 28 watt pr...
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Lisa Gade compares the 15″ Retina MacBook Pro (2015) with dedicated AMD graphics and the Dell XPS 15 with the UHD 4K display. Check out our video review of the 15″ Retina MacBook Pro (2015) with dedicated AMD graphics at: Check out our written review of t...
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Microsoft has shown off a 15-inch version of Dell's new ultra thin, ultra light Dell XPS at the Computex show in Taipei. Like the Dell XPS 13 , which was debuted at CES in January and we reviewed in March , the focus of the new model is its impressive di...
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The Dell XPS 15 is the latest addition to the firm's range of high-class laptops designed to bring some sheen to both work and play thanks to a powerful specification and a 4K screen.It's certainly got the design credentials nailed down – the lid is coate...
Fantastic 4K screen, Well, rounded specification, Stunning exterior design, High, quality keyboard...
Battery life is only middling, Some fan noise...
The XPS 15 has a stunning 4K screen, high-quality design, well-balanced components and a great keyboard – and all of this makes it a worthy rival to the MacBook Pro...
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The Dell XPS 15 is the latest addition to the firm's range of high-class laptops designed to bring some sheen to both work and play thanks to a powerful specification and a 4K screen.It's certainly got the design credentials nailed down – the lid is coa...
Fantastic 4K screen, Wellrounded specification, Stunning exterior design, Highquality keyboard...
Battery life is only middling, Some fan noise...
The XPS 15 has a stunning 4K screen, high-quality design, well-balanced components and a great keyboard – and all of this makes it a worthy rival to the MacBook Pro...
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The 2015 version of the Dell XPS 13 added an unexpected gem to the company's arsenal back in January. Sleek, powerful and packing a gorgeous Infinity Display, it ramped up the company's reputation in the consumer space and served up a real alternative to...
Small footprint, Excellent display, Discrete graphics...
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Despite being less portable than the XPS 13, fans of that laptops might fancy upgrading for the XPS 15's impressive 4K display...
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Dell has updated one of its most popular ultrabooks, the XPS 15, to include Windows 10 and Intel Skylake processors. A much-loved laptop among business users, the older XPS 15 has been praised for its excellent display and easily-upgradeable hardware. De...
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The 2015 version of the Dell XPS 13 added an unexpected gem to the company's arsenal back in January. Sleek, powerful and packing a gorgeous Infinity Display, it ramped up the company's reputation in the consumer space and served up a real alternative to...
Small footprint, Excellent display, Discrete graphics...
Keyboard...
Despite being less portable than the XPS 13, fans of that laptops might fancy upgrading for the XPS 15's impressive 4K display...
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The 2015 version of the Dell XPS 13 added an unexpected gem to the company's arsenal back in January. Sleek, powerful and packing a gorgeous Infinity Display, it ramped up the company's reputation in the consumer space and served up a real alternative to...
Small footprint, Excellent display, Discrete graphics...
Keyboard...
Despite being less portable than the XPS 13, fans of that laptops might fancy upgrading for the XPS 15's impressive 4K display...
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“Oh, the trackpad is still maddeningly frustrating to use? Ship it anyway! Then people will buy a mouse.”I've long imagined that's how the conversation goes when Windows computer makers are releasing a new laptop. Between stiff plastics and the unresponsi...
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The 2015 version of the Dell XPS 13 added an unexpected gem to the company's arsenal back in January. Sleek, powerful and packing a gorgeous Infinity Display, it ramped up the company's reputation in the consumer space and served up a real alternative to...
Small footprint, Excellent display, Discrete graphics...
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Despite being less portable than the XPS 13, fans of that laptops might fancy upgrading for the XPS 15's impressive 4K display...
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But what's most interesting about the upgrades is that the firm added an edge-to-edge 'Infinity edge' display to the XPS 15, fitting a 15.6in screen into the size of a typical 13in notebook, making what Dell claims is "smallest 15in laptop on the planet"...
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While Apple has long had a reputation of making laptops that loads of people drool over, PC makers have held onto making big lumps of tin for business travellers. Not anymore. Dell's XPS 15 takes the fight to the Mac.That said, Apple has a reputation fo...
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The XPS range is where you'll find Dell's most desirable laptops . These aren't all-practical workstations, or budget models. XPS is where Dell's fanciest designs team-up with higher-end components. The idea is these are laptops you'll be proud to use. T...
The Dell XPS 15 is a great all-rounder laptop. Come to it expecting superlatives, especially the version tested, and you may come away disappointed. However, it is very versatile indeed. It offers a powerful CPU, a competent discrete graphics card, a scre...
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It's no secret that we love Dell's XPS 13. The system won our Best Computing Product of 2015 award , and twice earned our Editor's Choice – once for the early 2015 model, and again for the updated Skylake-powered edition . The system's beautiful, thin Inf...
Solid build quality, Great keyboard and touchpad, Best notebook display we've tested, Clear, loud speakers, Extremely quick...
Modest connectivity, Battery falls short of expectations, Noisy and hot at load...
The Dell XPS 15 is a faithful, up-sized rendition of the innovative XPS 13. Like its predecessor, the 15-incher cuts back on size and weight without sacrificing performance. In fact, the XPS 15 is a major leap over the previous model, at least in its to...
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The Dell XPS 15 is a storied laptop, with several generations and design improvements. The last time we looked at the XPS 15 we liked everything except the CPU throttling-- a sometimes necessary evil with incredibly thin and light designs. This time, Dell...
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The XPS 15 is Dell's premium 15.6-inch multimedia notebook offering; its hallmark feature is a Quad HD+ (3200 x 1800) screen featuring 10-point touch support. Its chassis is made of carbon fiber and aluminum for the ideal combination of extra strength and...
Gorgeous display, Excellent build quality, Good touchpad, High performance, Good battery life...
Keyboard layout needs improvement, Gets warm under heavy workloads...
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Dell debuted its XPS brand on bleeding-edge desktop PCs back in 1993, but now this famous name is commonly associated with luxurious laptops such as the latest XPS 15. It's designed for those who want a high-end experience, whether it's for creative work...
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Gigabit Wi-Fi is starting to appear in mobile devices, so we got our hands on three smartphones and two laptops running the 802.11ac standard and put them to the test. Though you won't see anywhere near Gigabit speeds in real-world environments, our testi...
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Dell's XPS line of laptops have always been about foregoing compromise in the pursuit of a premium mobile experience. The company's latest lineup of XPS 15 touch-enabled systems carry that tradition into a new era of computing, driven by Microsoft's Wi...
You would expect a fair amount of performance for the kind of investment it takes to own a top-of-the-line XPS 15 Touch system, and Dell's spunky laptop certainly delivered. Compared to its Ultrabook kin, it took them behind the barn and gave them all...
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& Design Every laptop has a target market—students, business execs, multimedia buffs—and every laptop has competitors. It's rare, however, to see a notebook seemingly built from the ground up to target just one competitor, but make no mistake: The lat...
Spectacular 3,200x1,800 touch screen, 802.11ac wireless, Premium look and feel, Priced under Retina MacBook Pro...
No Thunderbolt or Ethernet, Lackluster battery life...
This year's Dell XPS 15 is one of the most luxurious laptops we've ever tested, with a super-high-resolution screen that tops even Apple's MacBook Pro With Retina Display. Note, though, that we'd vote for the SSD- rather than our hard-drive-based con...
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The Dell XPS 15 (9530) is a high-end desktop replacement laptop, and that's a funny place to be. While, yes, you could buy a less expensive laptop to do many of the same tasks, systems like the XPS 15 (9530) are simultaneously PC tools and showcases for p...
Resolution is 3,200 by 1,800 (QHD). Quadcore CPU, midtier enthusiast GPU. Has 802.11ac & Bluetooth 4.0. Comes with 12 months of McAfee LiveSafe. Premium look and materials.
Reflective screen. No builtin Ethernet. Some UI elements can be tiny. USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are both black...
With its brilliant screen and serious components, the luxury-minded Dell XPS 15 (9530) is Dell's showcase PC meant to go up against high-end laptop offerings. Unfortunately, its price and battery life keep it from taking the top spot...
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The Dell XPS 15 (9530) is a high-end desktop replacement laptop, and that's a funny place to be. While, yes, you could buy a less expensive laptop to do many of the same tasks, systems like the XPS 15 (9530) are simultaneously PC tools and showcases for p...
Resolution is 3,200 by 1,800 (QHD+). Quad-core CPU, mid-tier enthusiast GPU. Has 802.11ac & Bluetooth 4.0. Comes with 12 months of McAfee LiveSafe. Premium look and materials.
Reflective screen. No built-in Ethernet. Some UI elements can be tiny. USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are both black...
With its brilliant screen and serious components, the luxury-minded Dell XPS 15 (9530) is Dell's showcase PC meant to go up against high-end laptop offerings. Unfortunately, its price and battery life keep it from taking the top spot...
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The latest incarnation of Dell's XPS 15 is the laptop of my dreams.I'm not being hyperbolic. I adore everything about this machine, from its slim, sleek exterior to its powerful Haswell processor and discrete Nvidia graphics card. I admire its 15.6-inch Q...
Great allaround performance, Excellent QHD display, Great battery life, Slim and attractive chassis...
Keyboard is a little stiff, Expensive...
What's not to like? The XPS 15 delivers gaming power with Ultrabooks looks. Yeah, it's pricey, but consider all you're getting for the money...
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The Dell XPS 15 is a high-end, premium-class and very potent multimedia notebook. Buyers looking for notebooks in this category expect a perfect design, superior build quality, and lots of power. Multimedia devices need to be able to handle everything: vi...
Highend materials, Sturdy chassis and superb build quality, Upgradable by the user, High display brightness and contrast, Very sharp picture, Very high performance, Good battery life...
Frequent rendering issues due to the high resolution under Windows, Highly reflective display, High temperatures under load, Expensive...
A well-rounded notebook: Dell XPS 15 2013 Apple MacBook Pro 15 vs. Dell XPS 15, Windows or MacOs? While the second part of the question merits its own discussion, we at least want to take a look at the first part. Let's proceed step by step. In our opini...
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The 2013 Dell XPS 15 enters the premium 15-inch notebook arena with the highest resolution screen we've seen yet (3200 x 1800 pixels), a 4th-gen Intel Core processor and a 512GB SSD wrapped within a sleek and thin design. Priced at $2,299 (starting at $1...
Super sharp display; Comfortable softtouch dek; Good battery life; Impressive audio; Fast overall performance...
Runs warm; Webcam doesn't impress; Keyboard not evenly backlit...
The Dell XPS 15 delivers a crisp quad HD display, speedy performance, and robust audio in a lightweight 15-inch design...
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Dell's XPS 15 is one of the computer maker's flagship products. In years past, this machine has impressed users with even the most discerning ears with its superb audio quality. It's always been a beast, sacrificing ultra portability in favor of power. Th...
Attractive and comfortable design, Good touchpad, Beautiful full HD display, Robust performance...
No dedicated number pad, Speaker placement diminishes audio quality, Gets noticeably warm...
The Dell XPS 15 is a well-rounded mainstream multimedia machine that will give you plenty of power while still being portable enough to carry around if needed. The design is attractive enough, and the machine is comfortable to use. We're fans of the bea...
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& Design XPS: The meaning has changed over the years, from "Xtreme Performance System" and high-end gaming (in the days before Dell owned Alienware) to the exceptional portability and innovation of today's and . But, muscle machine or subcompact, Del...
Strong all-around performance, Long battery life, Sturdy, stylish design...
A bit heavy, Non-removable battery...
Dell's XPS 15 is a well-built 15-inch entertainment notebook packed with cutting-edge components. It's a productivity and multimedia workhorse, and its durable chassis is a real head-turner...
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If you think the 15-inch Apple MacBook Pro is cool but you want a Windows PC with a slightly softer touch then the Dell XPS 15 might be just the notebook you need. Keep reading to find out more.OverviewThe XPS brand has enjoyed a long and colorful existen...
Gorilla Glass makes the screen extremely durable, Bestinclass performance, Beautiful design...
Heavier than expected, Not easy to upgrade, Glossy screen...
The key thing to remember about the Dell XPS 15 is that this notebook is the best combination of attractive design, solid construction and excellent performance that we've seen so far from Dell. Yes, more than a few people will probably criticize this Ult...
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twitter: @lisagade) The Dell XPS 15 is one of the nicest looking laptops Dell has turned out in some time. Gone is the disorganized design language of the XPS 15z, replaced with a unified, if somewhat MacBook Pro-looking package that continues the De...
Great looks and build quality, slim. Lovely full HD display.
Thermal mangement and heat issues throttle power and can stymie performance.
The Dell XPS 15 is a good looking machine that looks expensive, and frankly is expensive when loaded with a Core i7 and decent dedicated graphics. It's designed to look good in the boardroom and deliver more than ample performance for everyday tasks...
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The Dell XPS 15 is one of the most popular models of this series and we have reviewed numerous previous models from the series. With sufficient reason, Dell has given the XPS 15 a major overhaul and equipped it with brand new Ivy Bridge processors. While...
Exemplary processing, Excellent input devices, High contrast and brightness display, High performance, Extensive equipment, Detailed Owner's Manual, Good speakers, SSD cache...
Mirrored Screen Surface, Average Webcam, Expensive, Throttling in games...
Dell XPS 15 Rarely has the evaluation of a notebook been as difficult as with the Dell XPS 15 . On the one hand, the notebook demonstrated great performance in almost all categories. On the other hand, the thermal issues seriously cloud the notebook's lo...
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Competition is tough among manufacturers of premium desktop replacement laptops, with plenty of players vying for the Windows PC market and a growing number moving to Apple products. But while everyone is busy doing their best Apple impression, not every...
Packed with powerful components. Premium chassis design elements.
Familiar-looking design...
This latest incarnation of the Dell XPS 15 boasts a refined, if not entirely original, design and impressive performance...
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I’ve had some good experiences with Dell’s XPS line of laptops over the years, but in virtually every case I’ve had a few minor complaints. The earlier models were large, fast, and too expensive for most users. Then Dell dropped the XPS line for a w...
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FOLLOW US SHARE Dell's XPS series of notebooks are known for high performance and high-end design. The Dell XPS 15 (starting at $1,299, $1,699 as tested) follows that tradition, placing a quad-core Core i7 Ivy Bridge processor and Nvidia graphics into...
Sleek design with soft touch finish; Colorful and bright full HD screen; Solid performance and graphics; Good audio...
Grainy webcam; Keyboard somewhat mushy;...
An elegant design, beautiful full HD display and fast performance make the Dell XPS a compelling multimedia notebook.
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For multimedia buffs, the XPS 15 (model L502X) is a generally solid addition to Dell's line of consumer laptops with a little added oomph in performance. Even the basic, most inexpensive model--our review unit costs $799--has discrete Nvidia GeForce 52...
Roomy, 15.6inch display, Great multimedia and pretty good gaming...
Mediocre computing performance and battery life, Heavy and chunky, with an oversize brick...
The entry-level Dell XPS 15 (L502X) will delight multimedia buffs, but it's too big and heavy for frequent travelers. Dell XPS 15 L502X: An Affordable Multimedia Marvel Dell XPS 15 L502X Review, by Yardena Arar July 5, 2011 For multimedia buffs, the X...
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Touch has come a long way, baby. From the first Windows convertible tablets (which are still being produced by a couple of manufacturers) to the Apple iPad in all of its touch glory, touch-input devices today look and feel a lot better than th...
Good performance; excellent keyboard, touch pad; innovative touch screen; fun bundled music application; strong battery life...
Glossy touch screen is prone to fingerprints; loud fan; screen is low-res for size...
The highly configurable XPS 15 is a speedy performer, and the touch screen in our test unit was both convenient and fun. It's a winning touch laptop...
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Late last year, we finally got a laptop with very few compromises that we could look to as the king of the mainstream market. That laptop was Dell’s XPS 15 L501x; it took a balanced approach to performance, battery life, and portability, with a grea...
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The XPS 15 clearly sticks out from the flood of available 15 inch multimedia laptops. Dell not only relies on a case with unique looks and high quality materials , but also on strong innards. In place of a first generation Core-i Intel processor, the late...
Bright & contrast rich display with a large color spectrum, Large & pleasant touchpad, Cleverly arranged ports, Excellent battery life, High quality workmanship, Very good sound system, Keyboard illumination, Graphics switching, Great performance, Prima L...
Somewhat high temperature & noise development during load, Spongy keyboard, Reflective display...
Dell XPS 15 After finishing all tests, we can pat Dell on the shoulder without hesitation. The manufacturer has maintained the XPS 15's numerous strengths and taken care of old weaknesses at the same time. The temperature and noise development isn't yet...
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Mar 19 2011 - Dell recently updated its XPS line to include the new Intel 2nd Generation Core i processors. This refresh makes the systems faster with an economical starting price of just $799. Depending on your level of gaming, an upgrade to a full HD...
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The Dell XPS 15 (Sandy Bridge) ($1,785 direct) is the result of taking the original Dell XPS 15 ($1,115 direct, 4 stars) and replacing its innards with new hardware from Intel and Nvidia. This gut-cleaning carved out spots for an Intel Core i7 quad-cor...
Sandy Bridge Quad-core processor. 1080p resolution. Skype-certified HD webcam. Nvidia GeForce GT 540M is a nice boost in graphics power. Great keyboard. Backlit option. Soft mouse buttons. HDMI and Displayport. Long list of processor options. Huge battery, excellent battery life.
Thick and clunky. A fully loaded configuration can be pricey.
The Dell XPS 15 (Sandy Bridge) is arguably the most complete desktop replacement laptop, even if it isn't the fastest or the prettiest. Buy it nowClick here to shop now!...
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I last reviewed Dell XPS 15 in November and the manufacturer is back now with a refreshed list of specs. The previous XPS wasn’t really svelte but the entry level model which costed around $849 had a good set of features and the speakers too were sound...
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When we last reviewed the Dell XPS 15, we praised the notebook's strong performance, best-in-class audio, and colorful screen. Now Dell has upgraded its premium 15-incher with Intel's second-generation Core Series processors and Nvidia GeForce GT 500 s...
Beautiful, sharp HD Screen, Best-in-class audio, Blazing fast performance, Intel WiDi 2.0, Runs cool...
Bulky chassis, Keys somewhat stiff, Needs large battery for decent endurance...
A 1080p display, Blu-ray, Nvidia graphics, awesome audio--the Dell XPS 15 has it all.
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The Dell XPS L501x is a notebook that competes with the Apple Macbook Pro. It has a 15.6in, Full HD (1080p) screen, an Intel Core i7 processor, a fast 640GB hard drive and all the trimmings. It's not as attractive or as well built as an Apple laptop b...
The Dell XPS L501x is a strong performer. It's not as well built or attractive as a MacBook Pro, but it is cheaper...
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The Dell XPS 15 is the latest premium home entertainment laptop from Dell. Not only does the XPS 15 come with the latest hardware configuration, it brings a fresh new design to Dell's XPS line.It is definitely one of the most extravagant desktop repla...
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 onbo...
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Dell's XPS notebook line-up has mostly been designed with "slim" and "sexy" aspects in mind (not counting the high-end gaming XPS machines before Alienware replaced them). The newer designs however, are somewhat chunky and quite unlike the hip designs...
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Dell did a pretty good job handling the thermal load of the high-performance components stuffed into the XPS 15. Airflow through the chassis is very good and the system is able to expel most of the CPU and GPU's thermal...
Fast processor and graphics card, Good battery life, Comfortable backlit keyboard...
Difficult to upgrade, Bland design...
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...
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Dell XPS M1530 is a 13 inch laptop and I really liked the design. It is in fact, an Inspiron notebook clad in an attractive looking chassis. After reviewing it, this system immediately became my favorite looking at the features that it had to offer. Th...
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The base configuration of the XPS 15 has a 500 GB hard drive that should provide enough storage for most casual users' data. Graphics are handled by a combination...
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The first to be reviewed is the smaller XPS 15, which can be configured to include extensive features. The first step is to choose a basic model that can be further configured to your preferences. In our review, we had a high-end model with a Core i7 840Q...
Good Graphics Performance, Excellent Application Performance, Good Placement of Ports, Comfortable Keyboard, Precise Touchpad, Bright Screen with Broad Color Space, Supports 3D Video for 3DCapable External Monitor/TV...
Loud and Hot Under Heavy Use, Short Battery Life Under Heavy Use, Reflective Screen...
The excitedly awaited XPS 15 does not disappoint. Its timeless, sleek design and sturdy build are quite appealing. As far as the screen attributes are concerned, some improvements could be made. The comfortable keyboard is good for the longest of typing...
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Dell is relaunching their high end line up of laptops and they have also revamped the XPS systems. These laptops are media centric as opposed to the Alienware notebooks made for gamers. The company has killed the Studio line which is defined very poorl...
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The Dell XPS 15 ($1,115 direct), a desktop replacement laptop, is a wonderland of lavish features and cutting-edge components. Even more impressive is that most of its parts are customizable before finalizing your purchase: The XPS 15 can be completely...
1080p resolution. First HD webcam on a laptop. Nvidia GeForce GT 420M graphics chip is also a first. Has Optimus technology. Excellent keyboard. Backlit option. Soft mouse buttons. HDMI and DisplayPort. Long list of processor options. Reasonably priced.
Thick and heavy. The 6-cell battery alone won't cut it.
The Dell XPS 15 is unlike any other desktop replacement out there, thanks to its long list of firsts...
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With plenty of solid mainstream notebooks available for under $700, a machine with a nearly $900 starting price needs to bring something special to the table. Fortunately, Dell's XPS 15 (starting at $849; $864 as configured) offers a lot more than just...
Strong performance, Best-in-class audio, USB 3.0 ports, First Skype HD certified webcam in notebook, Customizable keyboard backlight, Can play 3D content on compatible TVs...
Bulky design, Webcam has trouble in low light, Short battery life (with default battery), Runs a bit warm...
One of the best sounding notebooks ever is also one of the fastest you can buy for the money.
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We've lamented the state of Windows laptops on numerous occasions; the formula is "tried and true", but that doesn't mean we like it. Put in reasonably fast components, give us sufficient memory and hard drive capacity…and then match this with a cheap...
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In tech circles, the Inspiron has a reputation for being Dell’s catch-all business laptop line. You can get pretty much anything you want on an Inspiron. The Dell Inspiron XPS 15 is the high end of this line. Dell threw everything and the kitchen sink...
Excellent processor, video card and display offer an office experience on the road...
Its heavy, clunky design will fit on your desk but probably not your bag.
State-of-the-art components held together by an outdated design; time for a refresh...
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We wondered if Dell was making a passive-aggressive statement when it shipped us its new XPS M1530 in flamingo pink. Perhaps the boys in Austin think the MacBook Pro is a bit effete, so the pink is fitting. Or perhaps someone on the reviews team just f...
Featurepacked and full of muscle; beautiful screen; builtin EVDO.
We don't really like the finish, aesthetically; some weird usability choices; some bloatware remains.
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Dell has a very strong platform for a thin and light notebook with the Dell XPS M1530. It is highly customizable and provides very strong performance thanks to its large hard drive, lots of memory and strong processor. The biggest downsides to the M153...
Very Large Hard Drive, 4GB of Memory...
Fairly Expensive, Bright LCD Panel Prone to Glare and Reflections...
Dell has a very strong platform for a thin and light notebook with the Dell XPS M1530. It is highly customizable and provides very strong performance thanks to its large hard drive, lots of memory and strong processor. The biggest downsides to the M153...
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design, heat, and noiseDell has come a long way from its earlier days, when many of its notebook designs were more likely to be rebadged generic designs than custom hardware.While the M1530 is less of a shock than it might have been otherwise -- the 1...
keyboard and expansion ports.
1GB RAM far too little for games, HD video, Vista.
and recommendationsAs a design exercise, the XPS M1530 is a genuine accomplishment for Dell. If a bit ungainly and less comfortable on the lap than premium notebooks from Apple and others, its arguably Dells most appealing 15-inch notebook ever. The...
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When Dell launched the XPS M1330 last June, you could almost hear the applause from all those who doubted the company could turn the XPS line into something luxurious. It was—and is—a laptop that represents the latest in cutting-edge design an...
Has the same design as the award-winning XPS M1330. Awesome raw horsepower. Integrated cellular modem. Slot-loading Blu-ray burner. Excellent typing experience.
Heavier than the competition. Batteries are not compatible with the M1330.
The Dell XPS M1530 is a desktop replacement version of the M1330 that features a slot-loading Blu-ray burner and a profile that looks just as sleek as its little sibs...
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Power, performance, and style converge to form the Dell XPS M1530, one of the best mainstream notebooks available.
Gorgeous display, Integrated Blu-ray drive, Fast wireless speeds, 10GB of online backup...
Choppy webcam visuals...
The Dell XPS M1330’s near-perfect combination of powerful performance, stylish design, and go-anywhere mobility elevated it to one of our favorite notebooks of 2007. Now Dell follows up that gem with the XPS M1530, which packs in everything that we...
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Look familiar? If you're a regular reader or just a signed up member of Gadget-a-Holics Anonymous (then you really ought to be a regular reader), then you'll know it looks distinctly like the truly wonderful Dell XPS M1330 - a notebook so good it manage...
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Compact Gaming by Dell. Dells XPS logo indicates highest performance and first-class design by Dell. Regardless, whether you look at 17 inch DTR gaming notebooks or at the compact Dell XPS M1530, you can be sure that XPS notebooks by Dell are always e...
Stylish design and use of highquality materials, Case stability, Well equipped with ports, A lot of accessories, BluRay drive available, Userfriendly keyboard, Very good 3D performance, Low noise emissions in the idle mode, Low surface temperatures, Batte...
Smaller weaknesses regarding workmanship, Display surface reflects heavily, Narrow viewing angles, Loud DVD drive...
Dell XPS M1530 Notebook The Dell XPS M1530 is an elegant and compact multimedia notebook with first-class performance, but also smaller weaknesses . The case scores points by high-quality materials . Aluminum parts used for display and base unit contribu...
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Dell made a serious effort in 2007 to listen to customer feedback criticizing Dells older, thick and heavy laptops.
Thin and light ... for a 15.4" Dell notebook, Nvidia 8600M GT card option uses highperformance GDDR3 memory, Reasonable battery life, Nice keyboard, touchpad and media buttons...
Only three USB ports, Slotloading drive is loud during loading and ejecting, Hard drive noise is magnified by the case/mount design, Limited screen options at the time of this writing...
Overall, the Dell XPS M1530 is a solid addition to the Dell notebook lineup. We praised the smaller XPS M1330 for having "a design that is second to none in its price range" but we didnt feel quite as strong about the design of the larger M1...
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It might not have the eye-catching convertible design of its stablemate, the flipping-screen Dell XPS 12 , but the 3200 x 1800 display of the latest version of the Dell XPS 15 ensures that it provides plenty of visual appeal of its own. With a weight of j...
Battery life is disappointing, especially as the XPS 15 is intended as a lightweight Ultrabook, although as a desktop replacement system it ticks more of the right boxes. It provides outstanding display quality and high-end performance at a competitive pr...
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With a feel and finish rivaling that of the latest MacBook Pro Retina -- and a display capable of a super-Retina resolution of 3,200 by 1,800 pixels -- Dell's XPS 15 isn't cheap, tiny, or wimpy. If you're willing to pay the price, both in simoleons and in...
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Like InfoWorld itself, InfoWorld's Technology of the Year Awards have always been about change. We keep an eye out for the platforms and tools pushing against the barriers in application development, mobile, cloud computing, and in other corners of inform...
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You and your collegues have offices, but company executives have Offices. The workers may have laptops, but the execs have Laptops. And those laptops either are, or look like, the new Dell XPS 15, and they include a solid-state drive (SSD), high-end proce...
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Even more pixels! As the successor to Dell's XPS 15 (Late 2013) with its QHD+ display, the American company now presents the overhauled XPS 15 in a new configuration with a 4K UHD display and a more powerful processor. The almost perfect display image and...
Dell XPS 15 The Dell XPS 15 is and remains a showpiece. When it comes to the notebook's case and input devices, Dell sets the bar high, but the main focus of attention here is the new 4K display. The resolution isn't the display's only impressive quality...
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The other specifications of this 2015 model are almost the same as the 2014 version. The processor gets a slight bump from a quad-core Intel Core i7-4702HQ to an i7-4712HQ, while the Nvidia GeForce GT 750M graphics card and 16GB of RAM are retained.If our...
Great 4K touch display, Solid design and quality, Good overall performance, Long battery life...
Cramped keyboard layout, Windows screen scaling still erratic, Gets warm under heavy usage...
A couple of slightly rough edges can't detract from Dell's desirable multimedia laptop, which challenges Apple's Retina MacBook Pro with a stunning 4K touch screen and 512GB of solid-state storage. Read More…...
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4K displays are relatively rare for TVs, and even more so for notebooks -- which is one of the reasons Dell's refreshed XPS 15 is so interesting. Its crystal-sharp 15-inch touch screen is a delight for video and photo editors. But, more important, the XPS...
Very sharp 4K display, Attractive design, Strong performance, Great audio...
Runs hot...
With a 4K display, the Dell XPS 15 has one of the sharpest screens around--with performance and looks to match...
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In mobile computing, I'm usually willing to put up with a little extra bulk and weight if it means I can actually get real work done. This is often true when it comes to tablets like the iPad Air--I'll pack in an extra Bluetooth keyboard so I can type on...
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Built-in stereo speakers, mic and 3.5mm standard stereo headphone jack.Networking: Integrated Dell 1560 (Broadcom) dual band WiF...
Slim, light and fast quad core laptop. Excellent UHD 4K Sharp IGZO display, very good keyboard, top materials.
Expensive, not all programs play nicely with 4K displays...
The Dell XPS 15 is definitely the closest thing you'll find to a Windows 15" Retina MacBook Pro. It goes beyond in terms of serviceability, display resolution and ports (one could argue about ports since the Mac has two Thunderbolt 2 ports, but Thunderbol...
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If you've read our other Skylake laptop and convertible reviews, you know that Intel has driver bugs that cause display driver crash messages and some strange transient color shifts in programs like the Microsoft Edge web browser. There's nothing wrong wi...
Oh, that Infinity display! Small and slim for a 15" quad core laptop. Runs relatively cool and quiet. Decent battery life. Powerful with good NVIDIA GTX 960M dedicated graphics.
We'd have liked more ports...
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Dell's XPS line is one of the most venerable in computing. It dates to 1993, and even now continues pushing high-end computing performance in a (reasonably) portable platform.Fantastic performance. Best of breed touchscreen, with next-to-no bezel. Great t...
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High-end without high-end performance. We review the new XPS 15 from Dell and have a look at the performance of the 45-Watt Core i5. Can the latter use its full potential in the flat chassis? Throttling is fortunately not the answer – at least not on main...
highquality, sturdy chassis, compact dimensions considering the screen size, simple maintenance via bottom cover, excellent color accuracy after calibration, high, constant brightness without sensor, contrast and viewing angles, steady fan control, good s...
visible display flickering at the lowest brightness level, mediocre color accuracy exworks, CPU performance cannot be utilized completely, CPU throttling on battery power, massive throttling when you stress CPU and GPU, faulty fan control after battery...
In review: Dell XPS 15. Test model courtesy of edustore.You might be disappointed if you expected high-end performance from the XPS 15 at any time and in every situation. The XPS 15 does not only reduce the CPU clock to 1.6 GHz on battery power, but i...
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This version comes with an I5-6300HQ Skylake CPU (4C/4T), GTX 960M 2GB GDDR5, 1080p IPS display, 1TB 5400RPM HDD + 32GB mSSD cache M.2 drive (via Intel Raid). The M.2 connection in this version is connected via a SATA controller and not a PCIe/NVMe, but p...
No competition as a lightweight and thin gaming laptop with such quality for its price (around $1000$1100 new), Good gaming and 3D performance for the price with Skylake I56300HQ and GTX 960M 2GB, Very good build quality, very rigid body, very rigid outer...
Fans are noticeable audible on moderate load and even more on gaming load, GPU clocks won't get as high as in other laptops like the VN7592G (but not that crucial for gaming), Speakers are just a bit above the average, if at all (but not too bad), Keyboar...
I'll try to keep it short this time. The Dell XPS 15 9550 I5/960M version is a very good machine in my opinion, more than the usual $1000 gaming laptops – way more thin & lightweight, much better build quality, display has much higher contrast than the ot...
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Bug fixes, workarounds und BIOS updates: Dell's XPS 15 does not have a good start. How is the bigger i7/UHD version handling the drawbacks that we experienced with the i5/FHD model? One reader speaks about a “completely different notebook”. Do we share th...
highquality, sturdy chassis, compact dimensions considering the screen size, simple maintenance via bottom cover, excellent color accuracy after calibration, high. constant brightness without sensor, contrast and viewing angles, steady fan control, good s...
hectic bug fixes after the launch, mediocre color accuracy exworks, battery runtime 84Wh below expectations, high power consumption, quality of the webcam, surfaces attract dirt...
Dell XPS 15 9550 UHD/i7/512GB, courtesy of Dell GermanyOne bug after another? After the entry-level XPS 15 (FHD/i5/hybrid) could not meet the high expectations, we were careful with the more expensive and better equipped XPS 15 with an UHD panel, NVMe...
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When Dell launched its updated XPS 13 notebook with an Infinity Edge display that squeezes a 13 inch IPS panel into essentially a 12-inch frame, it was met with universal praise for its unique mechanical design advantages and premium build quality. In fac...
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We certainly liked it, giving it our Editors' Choice nod for, among other things, long battery life, a sturdy and attractive silver metal shell, and its compact size. The latter was thanks, in large part, to a super-thin bezel around the screen, a feature...
Attractive, sturdy design, Gorgeous, bright 4Kresolution screen, Upgradable RAM and M.2 SSD...
4K screen hits battery life hard, Very expensive in review configuration, Ethernet and VGA/HDMI connectivity require an extra dongle, Webcam placement isn't ideal for video chats...
Dell's redesigned XPS 15 delivers much of what we liked about its smaller 13-inch sibling, plus one of the nicest 4K screens we've seen. But all those bright pixels make it tough to achieve all-day battery life. And while it starts at $999, it's way pric...
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The new XPS 15 differs from its little brother in so many ways, not only in size. The 13-inch version, which we reviewed a couple of months ago, is more of a business-oriented machine – it's ultra-portable, light, has great battery, at least, the FHD vers...
Exemplary build quality and design, Incredibly thin (1117 mm), light (2.0 kg for the touch version) and mobile chassis, Great input devices (comfortable keyboard, accurate and responisve touchpad), Impeccable screen quality with 100% sRGB and Adobe RGB co...
Reduced performance and even throttling when running CPU and GPUintensive tasks, The fan in the cooling system is louder than we would like, The softtouch matte plastic used for the interior attracts fingerprints and smudges, A bit too pricey even if go f...
Dell has yet again presented an impeccable build quality and design featuring anodized aluminum, rubberized finish and carbon fiber base under the hood resulting in sturdy construction, lightweight chassis (just 2 kg) and incredibly small physical dimensi...
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“Oh, the trackpad is still maddeningly frustrating to use? Ship it anyway! Then people will buy a mouse.”I've long imagined that's how the conversation goes when Windows computer makers are releasing a new laptop. Between stiff plastics and the unresponsi...
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After the success of its super-slim XPS 13, Dell decided to apply the same treatment to its line of premium 15-inch notebooks, and it's a formula that works marvelously. On the XPS 15 (starting at $999), Dell offers the brilliant aluminum and carbon fiber...
Sleek and slim design, Attractive aluminum and carbon fiber body, Roomy touchpad, 1080p model gets over 10 hours of battery life, Optional supersharp UHD touch screen, Optional Nvidia GPU...
UHD model has significantly worse battery life, Color temp on the UHD model's screen is off, Awkward webcam location...
Dell's XPS 15 combines style and speed using a slick design, resulting in a premium 15-inch system that's a joy to use...
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