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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 91
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 1499 reviews of Dell XPS M1330 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 80/100. Comparing these reviews to 166545 other Laptops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 91/100 = Excellent.
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computershopper.com
Editors' rating: 81
Summary: Sharp looks and sleek design make this the thin-and-light to carry. Technophiles will love its cutting-edge options.
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stuff.tv
Editors' rating: 100
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techradar.com
Editors' rating: 90
Summary: Thanks to a dedicated graphics card, even multimedia is impressive. Dell isn't claiming this laptop is a gaming machine, but the use of the Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS means you can play the latest games at a respectable frame rate. We were also impressed ...
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gamesdog.co.uk
Editors' rating: 90
Summary: Dell has designed a slim and good-looking machine that is equally impressive when it comes to performance and battery life
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notebookcheck.net
Editors' rating: 86
Summary: During the first test the notebook got noticeable hot and the fan stayed turned off. We tried to solve the problem by reinstalling Windows Vista. But, this installation did not complete successfully, because the notebook shutdown by itself. At an on ...
CNET editors' buying advice
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Ultraportable laptop computer
The smallest, most lightweight laptops are called ultraportables. Their compact form factor is crucial for people who need to have their PC with them all the time, especially frequent business travelers. What you gain in portability, however, you usually give up in terms of weaker performance, smaller keyboards and displays, and fewer features. And what's more, ultraportable laptops almost always carry a premium price tag. Still, a compact, lightweight profile can make all the difference if you spend a lot of time on the road.
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Laptop computer memory size
To maximize battery life, notebook computer processors are often designed to save more energy and run cooler than desktop processors. The drawback is slower performance, but more memory can help, which it won't consume energy or radiate heat. Even better, up to 4GB of RAM can now be found in budget configurations. If you want more memory later, expansion is often a simple procedure.
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Notebook computer processors
The central processor (CPU) is the heart of any computer system and an excellent litmus test as to whether a desktop computer or notebook fits your needs. The trouble is, processor names like Athlon and Celeron are as cryptic as system names like Latitude and Pavilion. Here's a quick guide to see which chip is a fit:
| Manufacturer | Processor name | Processing power | Designed use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel | Core 2 Extreme Quad | Very high | Gaming and graphics |
| Intel | Core 2 Quad | Very high | Gaming and graphics |
| AMD | Turion | High | Mainstream |
| AMD | Athlon | High | Mainstream |
| Intel | Core 2 Duo | High | Mainstream |
| AMD | Sempron | Medium | Entry level |
| Intel | Celeron | Medium | Entry level |
| Intel | Pentium Dual Core | Medium | Entry level |
| AMD | Athlon Neo | Low | Netbook |
| Intel | Atom | Low | Netbook |
| Via | C7-M | Low | Netbook |
| Via | Nano | Low | Netbook |
| Intel | Pentium | Low | Budget |
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CNET product brief
Description: This configuration of the Dell XPS M1330 is a 4-pound, thin-and-light notebook computer.Compared to other thin-and-light notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $995.The 13.3 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among notebooks.Built around the Intel Core 2 Duo CPU.This notebook comes with a 320GB hard disk and 3 GB of memory.
Pros: Has a 320GB hard drive.This is larger than the average notebook on the market today, but is to be expected for a notebook of this price.Includes an HDMI port so you can easily output the notebook's audio and video to a compatible TV or monitor.The built-in fingerprint reader will speed up the log in process while adding a strong layer of data protection.
Cons: Has only a Intel media accelerator X3100 graphics chip, which is less desirable than some similarly priced notebooks.Also, this notebook has only a 13.3-inch screen size, which is smaller than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Dell Vostro 1310, a 4.6-pound notebook at around $1, 075, has a 13.3 screen size.The fair battery performance of this laptop means it has to be recharged more often than other notebooks in its class.Shared video memory has an adverse effect on system performance which may be okay for users with more modest graphics needs.Users with more demanding needs should look to a graphics solution that brings its own muscle.
Suitability: A thin-and-light notebook, suited for business computing.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Web from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.Comes with a DVD writer, allowing you to convert home movies from your digital camcorder onto DVDs.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.
Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this notebook has good features for the money.
Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Internet more conveniently from any room.(2) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital video camcorders and other equipment to rapidly upload data to the laptop hard drive.
CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.
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