Dell Inspiron 14z (2012) Review

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Updated: June 19, 2012
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Dell’s new Inspiron 14z combines strong performance with great looks in an affordable Ultrabook, but the screen and battery life could be better.

3.5 stars
(3.5 out of 5)

Dell’s Inspiron Z series notebooks have long been known for offering solid portability at affordable prices. For 2012, the company has updated the 14-inch Inspiron 14z with Intel’s 3rd Generation Core Series processor and a brand new design that’s thin and light enough to make the system an Ultrabook. For $899 ($699 to start), the 14z provides solid performance and a premium design. Plus, this laptop includes a DVD drive. Does Dell’s value-priced Ultrabook do enough to win us over?

Read full review @ LAPTOP Magazine

Pros

  • Attractive design
  • Very good AMD discrete graphics
  • Accurate touchpad with discrete buttons
  • High-quality webcam
  • One of few Ultrabooks with DVD drive

Cons

  • Dim screen
  • Mediocre battery life
  • Some keyboard flex
  • Annoying port covers

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