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Dell Inspiron 1720

review DATE:08.01.07

Dell Inspiron 1720
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By Cisco Cheng

The Dell Inspiron 1720 ($1,994 direct) is a desktop-replacement laptop that's had a significant makeover, succeeding the Inspiron E1705 (Vista) as the new media powerhouse in the Inspiron line. In addition to component upgrades from Intel's Santa Rosa platform, the 1720 also has a 1,920-by-1,200 resolution option and something that has never been seen on a 17-inch laptop—mobile broadband from either Cingular, Sprint, or Verizon.

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Dell, Inc.

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Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $1,994.00
  • Type: Gaming, General Purpose, Media
  • Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
  • Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo T7500
  • Processor Speed: 2.2 GHz
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Weight: 8.8 lb
  • Screen Size: 17 inches
  • Screen Size Type: widescreen
  • Graphics Card: nVidia GeForce 8600M GT
  • Storage Capacity: 320 GB
  • Networking Options: 802.11n
  • Primary Optical Drive: DVD+R DL

Bottom Line

An integrated cellular modem, cavernous hard drives, and very good performance numbers more than compensate for a couple of feature exclusions, making the Inspiron 1720 one of the best deals in the desktop-replacement market.

Pros

Very good performance scores. 1,920-by-1,200 resolution option. Dual hard drive option for capacities up to 500GB. Mobile broadband from either Cingular, Sprint, or Verizon. Choice of eight colors.

Cons

Blu-ray drive option without an HDMI or DVI-D port. Heavier than the Dell Inspiron E1705 (Vista).


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