Dell Inspiron 518

Dell Inspiron 518
alaScore 83

165 reviews

May, 2013

  • No negative mentions yet

alaTest has collected and analyzed 165 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design. The usability is also appreciated.

value for money, usability, design

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Desktops the Dell Inspiron 518 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Dell Inspiron 518

 

If you want everyday value performance that's a cut above the norm, take a look at the Inspiron 518. Sporting a 2.4-GHz Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 CPU, 3GB of PC6400 DDR2 memory, and a 320GB Western Digital Caviar SE16 hard drive (7200 rpm, 16MB cache),...

Strong performance ; Good documentation and support

Needs better cable tie-offs ; Mediocre gaming scores

If excellent everyday performance on a budget is your desire, this PC is a good choice.

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Dell Inspiron 518

 

The Dell Inspiron 518 ($764 direct) is the newest member of Dell's value-oriented line. Although it's positioned as a "value" PC, it's got a quad-core processor for chewing through those videos you want to upload to your Web site. The system is well...

No crapware. Top-mounted USB ports and tray. Great multimedia keyboard and optical mouse. Discrete 3D graphics card. Fifteen-month subscription to Internet Security. Quad-core processing power

3D graphics boost is mild

The Dell Inspiron 518 is sleek, midpriced, and equipped with a quad-core processor. Just don't expect to upgrade it too extensively.

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Mediocre Desktop At a Good Price ”

 

I have had a Dell Inspiron 518 since April of the year 2008. I originally bought it to play some low-middle level PC games such as the popular Counter-Strike Series including Counter-Strike 1.6 and Counter Strike: Source and it ran both to a playable...

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The Dell Inspiron 518 is a great home office computer. ”

 

The Dell Inspiron 518 is a great home office computer. I have never had any problems from the system. I have had several Dell computers, because I like to upgrade my system often if possible. I am a web designer and graphics designer. I have used other...

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The Dell Inspiron 518 is a great home office computer.

 

The Dell Inspiron 518 is a great home office computer. I have never had any problems from the system. I have had several Dell computers, because I like to upgrade my system often if possible. I am a web designer and graphics designer. I have used other...

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Vista was a very poor choice ”

 

This was a brand new computer that was given to me as a gift. Dell rocks but this Vista program sucks. Because it was given as a gift I had no input on the software or the hardware. Vista is not compatible with some files I had made in Windows 2007....

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Vista was a very poor choice

 

This was a brand new computer that was given to me as a gift. Dell rocks but this Vista program sucks. Because it was given as a gift I had no input on the software or the hardware. Vista is not compatible with some files I had made in Windows 2007....

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Thus far, my Dell Inspiron 518 desktop computer is excellent!!! ”

 

I received my new Dell Inspirion 518 desktop computer March 12, 2009. My old computer was a Dell also. I had always had very good luck with it, but after all it was seven years old so I was due for a new one. I was very impressed from day one with my...

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Thus far, my Dell Inspiron 518 desktop computer is excellent!!!

 

I received my new Dell Inspirion 518 desktop computer March 12, 2009. My old computer was a Dell also. I had always had very good luck with it, but after all it was seven years old so I was due for a new one. I was very impressed from day one with my...

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I like the speed

 

I upgraded from an older Dell machine. The increased in RAM and Processor speed make an amazing differance. Download speeds and internet browsing are so much better

No big issues, some adjustment required to the newer Windows office products

Product Specifications

This product comes with 1 year InHome Service after Remote Diagnosis.

Audio Output

Type:Sound card

Cabinet (Chassis)

Form Factor:Mini tower
Manufacturer Form Factor:Mini tower

Cabinet (Chassis)

Form Factor:Mini tower
Manufacturer Form Factor:Mini tower

Cache Memory

Installed Size:6MB
Per Processor Size:6MB

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:17.1in
Height:14.9in
Width:6.7in

Display (Projector)

Type:None.

Header

Compatibility:PC
Manufacturer:Dell
Model:518
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Dell Inspiron

Mainboard

Chipset Type:Intel G33 Express
Data Bus Speed:1333MHz

Modem

Type: None

Networking

Data Link Protocol:Ethernet / Fast Ethernet / Gigabit Ethernet
Type:Network adapter

Optical Storage

Read Speed:16x
Type:DVD

OS Provided

Type:Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

Processor

64-bit Computing: Yes
Clock Speed:2.33GHz/2.5GHz
Installed Qty:1
Manufacturer:Intel
Max Supported Qty:1
Multi-Core Technology:Quad-Core
Processor Number:Q8200/Q9300
Type:Core 2 Quad
Upgradability:Upgradable

RAM

Installed Size:2GB
Max Supported Size:4GB
Technology:DDR2 SDRAM

Service & Support

On-Site Warranty:On-site
Type:1 year warranty

Storage Controller

RAID Level:RAID 0 / RAID 1/RAID 1

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Storage Hard Drive

Interface Type:Serial ATA-300

Storage Hard Drive (2nd)

Type: None

Storage Removable

Type: None

System

Hard Drive(-s) Total Capacity:320GB
Recommended Use:Home use
Type:Personal computer

Video Memory

Installed Size:256MB

Video Output

Graphics Processor / Vendor:ATI Radeon HD 3450
Interface Type:PCI Express x16
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