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Dell Axim X51 Reviews

Windows Mobile 5.0 - PXA270 624 MHz - RAM: 64 MB - ROM: 256 MB 3.7" TFT ( 480 x 640 ) - IrDA, Bluetooth, 802.11b More product details

$315.88

The sleek Dell Axim X51 series boasts Windows Mobile 5, integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, dual... (cnet.com)

Raw processing muscle ; abundant, persistent memory ; broad connectivity options (infosyncworld.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Dell Axim X51

We have collected and analyzed 36 expert reviews and 443 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 76/100 and users rate it 68/100. The average review date is August 26, 2006. We have compared these reviews to 75348 reviews from other PDAs. The alaScore™ for this product is 91/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 7, 2009.

alaSCORE 91

910100

479 reviews

November, 2009

76 / 100

36 Experts

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68 / 100

443 Users

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$315.88

Expert Reviews (36)

US

Dell Axim X51v

By (cnet.com)

The sleek Dell Axim X51 series boasts Windows Mobile 5, integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, dual expansion slots, and a user-replaceable battery

With its less-than-stellar battery life, the Dell Axim X51 didn't perform up to our expectations

The Dell Axim X51 series offers a nice combination of features, but we were disappointed by the subpar battery life.

That said, with everyday, casual use, the Axim X51 series--the high-end Dell...

Rating

74100

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US

Review: Dell Axim X51v

By Jørgen Sundgot (infosyncworld.com)

Jørgen Sundgot suffers an onslaught of deja vu as he reviews Dell's Windows Mobile 5.0-enabled Axim X51v handheld, finding mostly upsides - and a few annoying surprises.

Raw processing muscle ; abundant, persistent memory ; broad connectivity options

Lacks hard buttons mapped to Windows Mobile 5.0 soft keys ; Bluetooth impaired

Rating

87100

infosyncworld.com
US

Dell Axim X51v - Windows Mobile PDA Reviews by Mobile Tech Review

By Lisa Gade (mobiletechreview.com)

Here's where our review will parrot our X50v review, since the X51v's physical design remains unchanged. Though Windows Mobile 5 provides two softkeys at the bottom of every screen which are shortcuts to frequently used applications or commands, Dell ...

Overall, a very good device. Attractive and ergonomic design, good price, VGA display, fast processor, both CF and SD slots with SDIO support for the SD slot, Bluetooth 1.2, WiFi 802.11b and VPN support.

WM5's persistent storage architecture means that the device is a bit slower launching programs than older Pocket PCs. Standard battery capacity is lean: consider the extended battery. The screen isn't as nice or as large as the iPAQ hx4700 nor is ...

As always, Dell offers an excellent machine at a relatively low price. The unit runs the fastest CPU and has a VGA display which will suite power users. It offers excellent expandability, dual wireless and lots of memory for storage. Your data is safe ...

Though Windows Mobile 5 provides two softkeys at the bottom of every screen...

Rating

20100

mobiletechreview.com

User Reviews (443)

US

A Great Device, But Some Glaring Warts

By Online Shopper (shopzilla.com)

Many useful features, fast, capable

Unstable operating system, frequent crashes

US

Out of date

By yong54321 (shopzilla.com)

durable

no scrolling feature as in x30, no phone capacity

US

A Great Device, But Some Glaring Warts

By (shopzilla.com)

Many useful features, fast, capable

Unstable operating system, frequent crashes

Manufacturer's Description

The Dell 624 MHz Axim X51v delivers performance, connectivity and a brilliant VGA display in a sleek, sophisticated design. Powered by the Intel XScale PXA270 Processor at 624 MHz, 64 MB SDRAM and 256 MB Flash ROM, the device offers excellent performance. This handheld comes equipped with the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system with Windows Media Player 10 Mobile. It includes an integrated CompactFlash Type II and Secure Digital/SDIO Now!/MMC card slots for flexible expansion...

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