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XPS 13: Full HD successful passage for this powerful and enduring ultrabook
Dell updated its flagship ultrabook, the XPS 13, changing the screen. It increases the Dell XPS M1530 capacity of the passage SSD while remaining under 1100 euros.
the promise
Released in early February, the new version of the Dell XPS 13 ultrabook goes high definition. No touch screen but higher resolution and more advanced display technology, for even more beautiful images. The frame of the machine, he does not move an inch. Pass the test.
reality
Transition to high definition for managed Dell XPS 13. The new 13.3 inch ultrabook this now displays images (and the Windows desktop 8) in 1920 by 1080 points. In addition, it uses display Dell XPS M1330 technology IPS (In-Plan Switching) which is characterized by a homogeneous display quality whatever the inclination of the glossy screen. It also wins but loses some brightness in contrast to the latest version that we tested. Nothing alarming though! Photos and videos are apparent and colors are more faithful than before.
The Dell XPS 13 is also very strong. Intel's low-power double heart art is supported by 8 GB of memory. Storing your data and apps is done on a 256 GB SSD swift. Windows start faster, office and Internet apps running in record time. Despite power consumption slightly higher than the previous versions, the endurance of the device is good. It is slightly more than 4 hours of video playback. What work or watch a movie trip.
Always so beautiful and well finished
Side of the chassis, nothing changes. Brushed anodized aluminum, carbon fiber and magnesium, always cocktail effect. The keyboard is chiclet type (separate keys size pill), backlit and very pleasant. The touchpad, it remains as wide as on previous Latitude E5500 Battery and its surface-is soft to the touch-sensitive gestures several fingers supported by Windows 8.
The change of screen plays anything on the weight of the whole (1.27 kg) nor its size. Finally, on the sides of the machine, the connection does not move an inch. The two USB 3, the output video and audio jack miniDisplayPort that combines a microphone input and stereo headphone output are still in the game. Dell does but still no adapter to extend the connectivity of the machine despite all the criticism about it.
the verdict
The E6400 Battery and the new screen have convinced us. The naysayers we would have appreciated the endurance of five hours approach, like that of the Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A. But if you are looking for a powerful ultrabook, without a touchscreen, it is one you need.
Tags: Dell Studio 1555, dell batteries, Inspiron 1300
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