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Design:      

The small design of the Dell XPS 15z enhances its portability. This laptop is 0.97 inches thick, making it one of the thinnest laptops you will find on the market. The thin design makes it easy to store the laptop and carry from place to place. Although, this computing device weighs 5.54 pounds, making it a little heavier than you will find on several similar devices.

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This laptop computer sports a 15.6-inch display screen. With a screen this large, you have an easy time browsing web pages, viewing movies or photos. It is also ideal for gaming or creating presentations. It features 1366 x 768-pixel resolution, which is the same resolution you will find on most laptop computers. However, even though it is nothing extraordinary, the resolution is still sharp, the images are crisp and the colors are vibrant.

Performance:      

One of the standout features available on the Dell XPS 15z is the outstanding performance this laptop offers. The processor, video card and operating systems all work together to make this device fast and efficient. This laptop runs on the 2nd generation Intel Core™ i5-2410M processor. This processor is fast with 2.3 GHz but also offers Turbo Boost 2.0 that gives the processor an extra amount of speed, up to 2.9 GHz.

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A NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M video card is also included inside this laptop computer. This offers 1GB of video memory and makes video playback and images much more enjoyable. This laptop computer runs on the Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit operating system.

Feature Set:      

This laptop computer offers an extensive feature set filled with tools for both business and pleasure. There are several connectivity options available on this laptop. Wi-Fi is available along with Bluetooth 3.0. There is a 1.3-megapixel webcam featured on the 15z, along with dual array digital microphones. These features make video chatting possible.

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There is a slot load 8x DVD+/-RW optical drive located on the side of the Dell XPS 15z. This allows you to read and write to CD or DVD formats. There are also several slots and ports located on the device including an HDMI 1.4 port. This allows you to connect the computer to an HDTV screen or monitor for larger viewing. There is one mini display port, one headphone port, one microphone port and three USB ports. There is also a 9-in-1 media card reader for added versatility.

You will also find Stage software available on this laptop computer. This software acts as an interface and allows you to jump back and forth between your favorite multimedia programs including photos, videos, music and more. The design of this software's interface is similar to a movie reel, allowing you to easily scroll and find what you need. This software includes programs such as PhotoStage where you can upload and edit photos or videos. Also, MusicStage is included, which allows you to expand and manage your music collection.

Memory/Battery Life:      

The Dell XPS 15z offers an excellent amount of memory. There is 6GB of RAM available on this device and 750GB of hard drive memory available. This device offers one of the highest amounts of memory we saw on a laptop computer and provides you with an ample amount of space for all your important data.

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You will get up to eight hours of battery life on this computing device. Once again, this is one of the longest battery life durations we found on a laptop computer. This battery life provides plenty of time to accomplish your tasks on the computer and also benefits those who are traveling.

Support/Warranty:      

Dell offers quality customer support if any problems or concerns arise while using this laptop computer. You can reach a customer service representative through email, phone and live chat support. This makes it easy to quickly reach a representative and all contact information is available on the Dell website. In addition, you can find a user forum for added assistance and feedback from other users. There is also a section of the support webpage that allows you to download drivers and software. If any serious technical problems do arise with the laptop, there is a one-year warranty attached to this product.
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Summary:

The Dell XPS 15z is a laptop computer with an outstanding feature set, battery life and design. This laptop computer offers one of the thinnest designs we have seen on any similar device and the 15.6-inch display screen and 2nd generation Intel Core i5-2410M processor are just a few added benefits. But despite the thin size, this laptop is heavy. If you are looking for a computing device that is portable, fast and offers an ample amount of battery, the Dell XPS 15z is worth your consideration.