Dell XPS 14Z

122 reviews

May, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 122 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the sound and build quality. The battery and keyboard are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed reviews about the reliability. There are some negative opinions about the performance and value for money.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Laptops the Dell XPS 14Z is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: Roydon Cerejo (tech2.in.com)

Dell XPS 14z Review

Dell's new XPS ‘z' series brings the mighty performance of the traditional XPS legacy, but does it with flair. This is for those who've eyed the new XPS series, but wanted something sleeker and portable without compromising on the build quality and...

At Rs.78,900, the Dell XPS 14z is quite an expensive 14-inch notebook, but then it does justify that price, to an extent. The price jump seems to be related to the 3-year warranty that comes as standard. Also, the notebook packs an impeccable build and...

Jan, 2012

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Expert review by: Florian Glaser (notebookcheck.net)

Market Overview - Gaming Notebooks 2011

Purchase Consultation. Nowadays, prospective buyers on the lookout for a mobile gaming platform have to wade through a sea of offers to find the right laptop. This challenge can be especially daunting for inexperienced buyers, so we decided to shed...

The high price tag (starting at 1500 Euros) is justified by Alienware with high-quality input devices, great connectivity, graphics switching technology, various accessories and a unique look. The picture and sound quality is also quite good. As with...

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by: Sherri L. Smith (laptopmag.com)

Dell XPS 14z

Dell's XPS 14z laptop offers fast performance in a sleek aluminum chassis.

Attractive, elegant design ; Strong performance ; Excellent touchpad ; Good graphics power ; Runs cool

Most ports in the back ; Mushy touchpad buttons ; Narrow viewing angles

The $1,299 Dell XPS 14z offers fast Core i7 performance in an elegant and portable package. In addition to the sleek and sturdy metal design, we like the smooth and accurate touchpad and helpful Dell Stage software. Some competing notebooks offer more...

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by: Dan Ackerman (cnet.com)

Dell XPS 14z

Dell's XPS line of laptops has survived a few purges of the Dell rolls (Studio, Adamo, and so on) to become the company's flagship premium brand, akin to the Apple MacBook or HP Envy. The latest generation of XPS product, with the "z" designation,...

The high-end Dell XPS 14z is an attractive, powerful 14-inch laptop built into a 13-inch body, with plenty of configuration options, including decent graphics.

Even with the approximate footprint of a 13-inch laptop, this still feels thick and heavy, especially compared with the new generation of Ultrabooks.

The Dell XPS 14z is a nicely designed, well-built 14-inch laptop, but the XPS "z" design works better on the 15-inch version, leaving this model feeling chunky.

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by: Jarred Walton (anandtech.com)

Dell XPS 14z: Thoroughly Reviewed

Late last year, Dell announced the relaunch of their XPS brand. Since the announcement, we've reviewed several XPS laptops that have impressed in various ways. The XPS 15 is a larger mainstream notebook with the option for a beautiful 1080p display...

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by: Dana Wollman (engadget.com)

Dell XPS 14z

As far as product launches go, Dell didn't exactly rip the Band-Aid off the XPS 14z. After teasing it back in September, the company let all the specs out of the bag, but stopped short of naming a price and ship date for the United States. Well, now we...

Relatively lightweight ; Expansive Shuriken display ; Healthy battery life, runs cool ; Comfortable trackpad and backlit keyboard

Obnoxious bloatware load ; Lackluster graphics performance for the money

The 14z offers good battery life, extra screen real estate and excellent ergonomics, though you can get stronger graphics performance from less expensive machines.

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by: Darren Gladstone (pcworld.com)

Dell Studio 14z Laptop Review

Crisp, vivid screen ; Discrete nVidia GPU squeezed inside

No built-in flash media slots ; Pricy external optical drive

The sleek, slim 14z all-purpose laptop delivers a great package overall--so long as you don't crave an optical drive.

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by: (pcmag.com)

Dell XPS 14z

The Dell XPS 14z has inherited one of the finest keyboards found in current laptops, the same full-sized chiclet keyboard on the Dell XPS 15z. The sculpted keys curve comfortably beneath your fingertips, and an automatic backlight provides illumination...

Intel Core i7 processor. Nvidia switchable graphics. Thin design with aluminum and magnesium construction. Exquisite backlit keyboard. Big 750GB hard drive

Battery life is a bit short

The Dell XPS 14z gives even top competitors a run for their money, with an Intel Core i7 processor, switchable Nvidia graphics, spacious 750GB hard drive, and best-in-class keyboard, all wrapped up in a head turning compact design.

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Expert review by: Jon Fingas (electronista.com)

Review: Dell XPS 14z

Dell shrinks the XPS line for portable performance hounds.

8GB of RAM and a 750GB disk at $1,000 ; Good backlit keyboard and overall trackpad ; 14-inch display in usual 13.3-inch size ; Solid main processor performance ; Both HDMI and Mini DisplayPort ; Decent battery life ; Good external build quality

Too much intrusive, unwanted software ; Poor display quality ; Graphics a bit underpowered for the price ; Somewhat noisy under stress ; Sealed-in battery ; Few high-speed ports or customization options

The 13- to 14-inch notebook screen size is currently one of the hottest areas of competition right now: it's where Apple, HP, and others start off their higher-end models. Dell has certainly been one of the most active in this space and has brought

Feb, 2012

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Expert review by: Sarah E. Anderson (computershopper.com)

Dell XPS 14z

It takes more than fancy tattoos and a cool haircut to be a rock star—you need to have the complete package. That includes being thin, attractive, and powerful—and you have to hit all the right notes. Dell attempted this with its slim, gorgeous Adamo...

Thin, light, durable chassis ; Gorgeous design ; Strong performance ; USB 3.0 ; Comfortable keyboard ; Wireless Display support

Weak audio ; Only two USB ports, both on the back ; Subpar battery life

The thinnest 14-inch notebook ever, the XPS 14z offers up strong performance and a gorgeous design. Mobile professionals who demand a stylish, powerful PC should shortlist this one.

Oct, 2011