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Dell is working hard to improve its range of Vostro laptops and this is a clear example. Most surprising is that its external shell is metallic, which conveys quality and robustness

Dell's notebook offers a very compact design, which include details such as the hinges of the screen located horizontally (firmer and less elevated TFT) or the nice position of the speaker, placed under the keyboard.

Of course, except for audio connections, all USB ports and video are located in the rear, which in certain circumstances may be downright uncomfortable. Regarding configuration, emphasizes the integration of a low-power processor that while penalizing some level of performance, allows lower power consumption.

The SIM card for its integrated HSDPA 3G modem is inserted through the slot on the front

As a result Dell has been able to integrate a smaller battery than its competitors (30 Wh), which also can offer a minimum weight even counting the external metallic material. However, this battery is not interchangeable (it is integrated into the housing) and, although autonomy is not bad for its capacity, is lower than we would expect in a system like this, designed to travel with us everywhere.

It is therefore advisable for ultra-demanding professionals who value design, quality, low weight and integrated 3G modem, but yes, they note that autonomy is not your best bet.
 

The Good:

• Quality of external materials and robust construction
  
• Functional design and modern
  
• Nice touch keyboard

The Bad:

• Limited autonomy with low power CPU
  
• Internal battery not interchangeable

Laboratory Tests

•     PCMark Vantage (points): 4167
•     Suite Memories: 2,410
•     TV and Movies Suite: 2,783
•     Gaming Suite: 2,399
•     Music Suite: 5,067
•     Communications Suite: 3,549
•     Productivity Suite: 4,098
•     HDD Test Suite: 4,750
•     3DMark06 (points): 1,148
•     Battery Eater Pro (hh: mm): 1:50
•     Evaluation of the Windows experience: 3.5
•     Evaluation of the experience of Windows (Processor): 5.6
•     Evaluation of the experience of Windows (RAM): 5.6
•     Evaluation of the experience of Windows (Charts): 3.5
•     Evaluation of the experience of Windows (graphics games): 4.7
•     Evaluation of the experience of Windows (Main hard disk): 5.9

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