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Dell Inspiron 518 Reviews

MT - 1 x Core 2 Quad Q9300 / 2.5 GHz - RAM 2 GB - HDD 1 x 320 GB - DVD More product details

Useful, USB-port-equipped device tray on top of the unit ; strong price performance (cnet.com)

The Inspiron 518 is a welcome update to Dell's traditional, mainstream desktop line. Basic... (zdnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Dell Inspiron 518

We have collected and analyzed 6 expert reviews and 93 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 72/100 and users rate it 92/100. The average review date is February 4, 2009. We have compared these reviews to 66157 reviews from other Desktops. The alaScore™ for this product is 90/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 21, 2009.

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99 reviews

November, 2009

72 / 100

6 Experts

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Expert Reviews (6)

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Dell Inspiron 518

By Rich Brown (zdnet.com)

The Inspiron 518 is a welcome update to Dell's traditional, mainstream desktop line. Basic configurations start at $399, although our $784 review unit is a competitive showcase of some of Dell's more advanced configuration options. We wish Dell sold ...

Along with Dell's Studio Hybrid, the Inspiron 518 is also one of the first...

Rating

72100

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zdnet.com
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Dell Inspiron 518

By (cnet.com)

Useful, USB-port-equipped device tray on top of the unit ; strong price performance

No 64-bit Windows option ; no Blu-ray, Draft N Wi-Fi, or other higher-end configuration options

Dell's Inspiron 518 is the latest in a long line of utilitarian, midrange Windows PCs. We wish Dell offered a bit more flexibility with its configuration, as well as a 64-bit Windows option, but for a straightforward PC, this is one of the more ...

Along with Dell's Studio Hybrid, the Inspiron 518 is also one of the first...

Rating

72100

Partner Source
cnet.com
US

Dell Inspiron 518 Value Desktop PC

By (pcworld.com)

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

Strong performance ; Good documentation and support

Needs better cable tie-offs ; Mediocre gaming scores

All in all, the Inspiron 518 is a strong system with a nice mix of performance, bundled software, and smart design

The Windows Vista Home Premium desktop was less cluttered on the Inspiron 518...

Rating

75100

pcworld.com

User Reviews (93)

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"Gen Home Prem Edition SP1, (64 bit 64 bit 64 bit)"

By phantomfire (cnet.com)

I bought it on line and ten minutes later cal... 

If i in fact I recieved the 64 bit then that settles the complaints(cons) of what I just read

I wanted a newer Dell (i have the 4600i) however from what I just read without the upgraded video card I may be dissapointed for gaming. I do not go on line to game but Love to Fly the MS Flight Sims, 2002, 2004, and X. X52 flight stick/pedals

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"can not find anything to complain about (rare for me)"

By SpiceUmUp (cnet.com)

We don't play games so super video and so for... 

Fast, stable, attractive and versatile. Loaded with USB ports, the tray on top is inspired.. The perfect home office computer.

Nothing yet.

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"hate vista"

By diamonddave103 (cnet.com)

I'M a singer well forget vista im a gamer for... 

format put on xp

games for get it don'teven look at it

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