Dell Inspiron range of laptops is best known for its durable bodies and user-friendly functionality. This range includes the laptops which makes a perfect balance between performance, price and build. The latest addition in this line-up is Dell Inspiron 15z Ultrabook. The build quality of the laptop is remarkable with no bend around the chassis.
Dell Inspiron Ultrabook comes with Windows 8 which contributes greatly in its newness. It comes with a touchscreen display as an optional upgrade. Android is taking over the market with its touchscreen Smartphones and Microsoft is trying the same with its range of Windows 8 laptops and Ultrabooks.
Dell Inspiron 15z specifications
- It comes with a 15.6 inch screen with a bright and crisp display. However you might feel it dull if you have used any Full HD laptop earlier.
- Powered by Windows 8, 64-bit
- The system is fortified with 3rd Generation Intel Core i3 3217U (Ivy Bridge) with Core i3/i5/i7 choices.
- Multi-touch technology
- 4GB RAM and 500 GB Hard Disk. There is an option to add extra RAM and graphics chip.
- Intel HD 4000 Graphics and Nvidia GT630 GPU gives an incredible gaming experience.
- Mobile Intel® HM77 Express Chipset
- Weighing 2160gm and measuring 15.04? x 9.84? x 0.92-0.94 inch in dimensions, this Ultabook is handy enough to carry in a bag pack.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 4 USB ports.
- 720p HD webcam with an optical drive
- It comes with a 6-cell 44 WHr Lithium Ion Battery claiming a backup of six hours.
Dell Inspiron 15z features
- Dell Inspiron 15z Ultrabook features Intel Smart Response technologies and Intel Rapid Start.
- Chic and sleek design with brushed aluminum finish.
- It runs Windows 8 very well and offers the multitasking in several apps without any lag.
- It features Ethernet, HDMI and SD car reader, but lacks a VGA port which means you can't connect it to your monitors or TVs.
- It boasts a comfortable keyboard with a decent enough gap between each key, but it lacks a numeric keypad.
- The centrally placed touchpad is responsive enough but could be a bit wider.
- The Ultrabook is outstandingly smart when powered up from a complete shutdown or even from sleep mode.
- Features an optical DVD drive and a backlit keyboard.
- Promises a very smooth performance even with several browser tabs open.
- The built-in skull candy speakers output a decent amount of volume for listening music or watching a movie.
Price and Availability
Dell Inspiron 15z Ultrabook is available for $899.99.
Conclusion
Dell Inspiron 15z Ultrabook is a solid body laptop. It is a user-friendly Ultrabook fulfilling every basic requirement. The interface, smoother performance, backlit & well spaced keyboard and design are worth its price. Having the touchscreen display as a standard option could have served better for Windows 8 experience. A better battery, more of hard drive storage space and a better resolution were a few expectations here.
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