Dell Inspiron 11z Review

22. Jan, 2010 0 Comments

Dell introduced a new line of NetBooks as they are becoming more popular. The latest gem of a model, the Dell Inspiron 11z series netbook was released towards the end of 2009, with models boasting a 1.3MHz Intel Celeron or Pentium SU4100 Ultra Low Voltage processor, ultra light design and laptop like performance. The 11.6″ HD TFT Screen makes this a little larger than the Dell Mini Series, but packs more power and performance yet is still a bargain at little over £350.

Some other features include latest built in Wifi, a 1.3MB Webcam to stay connected and optional extras soon to be available like bluetooth and mobile broadband

The Good

Like all Dell hardware, they can be customized with very reasonably priced upgrade components, but also the entry level models still prove to be very good for the average user. The Inspiron 11z has the benefit of still being a very portable and ultra light netbook weighing only 1.4kg and only 1″ thin. With a slightly larger screen, the 11.6 inch Hi-def WLED 1366 x 768 pixel display, while the Mini 10v has a smaller 10.1 inch, 1024 x 600.

Entry level models comes with 2GB 800MHz SDRAM, 160GB (5400rpm) SATA Hard drive, decent Intel processor which fares better than the Atom processors in most netbooks and the best bit of all they are extremely well priced. Because of the Ultra Low Voltage Processor the battery life is also very good giving approx 6hrs with the larger 6 cell battery. The 11z series also feature a near full size keyboard beacuse of the the larger chassis and a HDMI port unlike the Dell Mini series.

The Bad

Our Spys have informed us that some users experience problems with the touchpad, mainly because the left and right buttons are now intergrated which can be frustrating at first but think this would be one of those things to get used to. This does allow for doing a 2 finger pinch type zoom like you would on the Iphone, and some users actually prefer this.

For the full battery life you will need to opt for the larger 6 cell battery and this will also add some extra weight and size to the machine and isn’t always suitable for on the go Spys.

Spy Review & Rating

A very affordable netbook with the power of a laptop, also very stylish and lightweight design. The Dell Inspiron 11z netbook would be very suited to the average Spy or general public who is on the go with a decent battery life for researching secret missions or just browsing the internet. The added benefit of 2GB ram a decent processor and decent lcd screen will not affect the performance and allows for doing more advanced spy tasks like watching covert operations in HD or topping up our skills in Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2.

Verdit = If you are looking for style, portable, lightweight for most basic tasks then go for the entry level. If you are after performance and have to upgrade from the entry level then you may be approaching similar prices to some best good performing laptops such as the