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The previous version of the Dell Inspiron 15R did well in our round-up of budget laptops last year. This year's model of the budget Dell laptop isn't drastically different, but it adds a touchscreen for Windows 8 and brings things up to date with a new Ha...
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There are several models in the 15R range, all equipped with the same 15.6-inch screen. Prices start at a very reasonable £450 for a model with an Intel i3 processor, but we tested a model with a more powerful dual-core i5 processor that comes in at £579...
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When it comes to larger low-cost laptops, you usually have to put up with a slab of cheap glossy plastic. Not so with the Dell Inspiron 15R, which lays a strong claim to being one of the most handsome going. From its gunmetal-grey lid to its silver-trimme...
A sophisticated budget laptop with excellent ergonomics and a touchscreen; it's undermined by a poor display, however...
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The Dell Inspiron 15R is a mainstream notebook that aims to offer a good balance of features, performance and battery life at a competitive price. The most basic configuration starts from $799 ($1149 in New Zealand) and includes a third-generation Intel C...
Long battery life, Full keyboard with touchpad, 1TB hard drive and 8GB RAM...
Screen can be tiring to look at, Touchpad skips a little, Only 10/100 Ethernet and singleband WiFi...
Dell's Inspiron 15R-5521 runs an ultra-low voltage CPU that can supply excellent battery life, though it's a big model that's not easy to travel with. It has a touchscreen and a solid configuration, but it could use much better networking facilities...
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It’s hard to find fault with this recently updated version of Dell’s Inspiron 15R laptop. It’s competitively priced, smart and well built, and provides good all-round performance and battery life. See also: Group test: what's the best budget laptop? A...
Dell hardly puts a foot wrong with the Inspiron 15R, providing a well-built laptop with good performance and an attractive screen for just under £500. Battery life is a particular strength too, and ensures that the Inspiron 15R will earn its keep for b...
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There's no such thing as the perfect budget laptop. When it comes to building a great all-round machine for a reasonable amount of money, compromise is an inevitable part of the process. However, Dell is no stranger to the challenge of making tight budget...
Dell's Inspiron 15R partners good looks with a capable all-round specification and, best of all, the price is eminently reasonable...
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For a low-cost laptop, the Dell Inspiron 15R N0015R33 is remarkably well made. Its curved corners make it stand out from the usual range of laptops that hover around this price and you can boost its looks on Dell's website by adding a coloured lid. Our...
The Dell Inspiron 15R N0015R33 is a well-made laptop with a solid and attractive design. It doesn't have the fastest processor, but the four USB 3.0 ports and a 1TB hard drive should please most people...
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Dell's 2012 model Inspiron 15R notebook, the 5520, is an all-purpose model for serious work and multimedia pursuits, and it can even be used for gaming. It features a third generation Intel Core i7 CPU at the helm, and it has impressive features such a...
Dell's Inspiron 15R 5520 (2012 model) is an inexpensive Core i7 powerhouse that features a Full HD screen and discrete graphics. It can be used for gaming in addition to office tasks and it's comfortable to use. It has some shortcomings though, such as...
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Dell's newly revamped range of Inspiron 15R laptops looks remarkably snazzy, having a design that favours soft lines and curves over the usual hard edges that you see on most laptops. This is highlighted by a two-tone colour scheme of brushed metallic...
This hefty laptop has a decent specification, but you can get better laptops for the same money...
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The Dell Inspiron 15R 5520 is one of Dell's first laptops to feature an Intel Ivy Bridge processor. This notebook uses the popular 15.6in form factor combined with a modern design. More budget laptop reviews. This Dell Inspiron 15R 5520 isn't the slimm...
Dell's Inspiron 15R 5520 doesn't major in its wow factor. However, it is a well-rounded and stylish laptop with an attractive price tag. For less than £600 you get a powerful processor, and plenty of storage and connectivity, albeit not in an especiall...
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This is the second time we’ve seen the 'facelifted' Dell Inspiron 15R, but this model lacks the dedicated graphics card of its more expensive sibling - the N00Q1535. Instead, it relies on Intel’s integrated graphics to keep the price below £500. Witho...
If you don’t need 3D power, the 15R is great value thanks to its excellent screen and good performance...
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We shall be reviewing the Dell Inspiron 15R (N5050) laptop today - this is not to be confused with another model which also bears the same classification of 'Dell Inspiron 15R', but comes under the subcategory of N5100, and which features a switchable...
The Dell Inspiron 15R is not exactly a laptop that will awe you with its design - the same can be said of its tech specs as well. It has a simple design and its specs are oriented towards those users looking to get a home laptop on an economical budget...
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Most of us like to be able to express a bit of individuality, and some would see their portable electronics as no less of a fashion statement than the clothes they wear. Dell has always catered to a variety of tastes with many of its mid-range laptop and...
Interchangeable lids, Excellent connectivity, Discrete graphics, Decent Battery Life, Flexible configurations...
Average keyboard, Glossy screen, Cheaper alternatives...
With the 15R, Dell has put together a versatile 15.6in budget to midrange laptop that doesn't compromise on connectivity. Relatively minor weaknesses with its keyboard aside, it holds up well overall, with the interchangeable lids being a great way to cha...
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The most pervasive issue with most notebooks is that once you buy one, you are stuck with how it looks, whether you grow tired of it or not. On the Dell Inspiron N5110, the company has sought to address this issue by enabling users to change the appear...
Even so, for a mid-range notebook which is priced just below the R10 000 mark, the N5110 generally impressed. As an all purpose notebook, with a sharp screen, some added software features and a full keyboard, it offered an above average experience. Bet...
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Dell’s Inspiron laptops used to be fairly generic and underpowered, but this certainly isn’t true of the refreshed 2011 models. We’re no strangers to the range, having looked at various configurations in the past, but this latest 15R is one of the firs...
With performance, dedicated graphics and a great design, it’s difficult to find better for less...
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The Dell Inspiron 15R is certainly an affordable notebook considering its specs. It has a Sandy Bridge Intel Core i3-2310M (2.3GHz) processor and integrated Intel Graphics HD 3000 that are heavy hitters for productivity applications and some intensive...
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Dell has impressed us lately with a great range of laptops to suit all users, and the Inspiron 15r N5110 is no exception. It's quite expensive for a mid-range laptop, but still offers great value for money, thanks to its excellent performance. That ext...
Great performance, Dedicated graphics, Connectivity...
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Dell has impressed us lately with a great range of laptops to suit all demands, and the Inspiron 15r N5110 continues that trend, providing stunning power considering the mid-range price point. For relatively little cash you get the latest Intel C...
Plenty of power and features that provide strong value for money...
The spongy keyboard...
Keyboard issues aside, this is an attractive and portable laptop that packs in surprising amounts of power considering the low asking price.
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Dell's Inspiron 15R N5110 is, like all Inspirons, a mid-range laptop. With a large 15.6-inch screen and a second generation Core i5 processor - and wireless display - it promises much, at a budget price. Does it deliver? Design This is the new Dell st...
Well designed, high quality construction, with more than enough processing power, takes advantage of Intel SandyBridge...
Well designed, high quality construction, with more than enough processing power, takes advantage of Intel SandyBridge...
A good looking (and customisable), powerful laptop with plenty of features. Ideal as a home PC, ready for games, video and Office...
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The 15R is a glossy unfortunately. When using it outside, sun rays will pose a definite problem. Its 15.6-inch screen has a 1366 x 768 pixel resolution which means you won't suffer from too much visual fatigue. We would have preferred to see a 1080p pa...
Audio: good quality out, Good CPU performance, Full connectivity, Nice finish...
Panel with very low contrast (168:1) and inaccurate colours, Low gaming capacity...
While the Inspiron 15R (N5110) doesn't do all that well in gaming, its CPU is effective in terms of everyday usage. It can also perform well with applications that have higher processing demands (3D modelling, 1080p video encoding and so on). Its conne...
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Last September we had a close look at Dell's new Inspiron 15R 15.6in laptop, which had a respectable Intel Core i5-450M CPU clocked at 2.4GHz allied to a punchy AMD Mobility Radeon HD 5470 graphics card. While general performance was good without bein...
Performanceenhancing Sandy Bridge CPU; USB 3.0...
Still some port design niggles.
Dell have given the Inspiron R a total makeover with a few new features and cheaper price tag, with the Sandy Bridge CPU providing a much appreciated boost to overall performance and some extra battery life...
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When we first saw the Dell Inspiron 15R back in August last year we were impressed by its build quality, style and performance, although it was a slightly more expensive model with a dedicated graphics card and an Intel Core i5 processor. This month's...
Decent performance and a good selection of expansion ports are the 15R's highlights, but its overall build quality and decent screen make it an award winner...
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There's nothing better than an inexpensive laptop that looks stylish and performs well, and with the Dell Inspiron 15R N5110, that's exactly what you get. It's a sub-$600 notebook that's based on Intel's 2nd Generation Core i3 CPU, it's comfortable to...
2nd generation Core i3 CPU, USB 3.0, cheap...
Creaky build quality, glossy screen, custom lids come off too easily...
The Dell Inspiron 15R N5110 is a cheap laptop with good speed and it includes nice features such as HDMI and USB 3.0. It also has a customisable lid so that you can install a design of your choice. However, its build quality is a little creaky, and its...
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Dell has been on a good run of form recently, releasing a wealth of great laptops. The Inspiron 15R is such a machine and, although portability is poor, its strong performance, design and usability still make this a great choice. The Intel Core i3 430M...
Good performance, Good features, Nice screen...
Battery life, Only 250GB of hard drive space...
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Dell has selected a decent Core i5 specification allied to Radeon HD 5470 graphics, 4GB of DDR3 RAM and a 15.6-inch screen with HD resolution. That's all perfectly acceptable and we were smitten by the good looks of the Inspiron 15R, but the layout le...
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Design and features Also known as the N5010, the Inspiron 15R makes us think of the days when iMacs were candy coloured. Our review sample came in shiny, glossy blue with a hint of brushed aluminium underneath that immediately inspired thoughts of...
The Dell Inspiron 15R is a fantastic value proposition. While we're a little bit concerned about the plastic-feeling build quality, the amount of power crammed into the machine for the price is impressive.
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Dell's Inspiron range is made up of the company's entry-level consumer laptops.In the past the series has played second-fiddle to its more illustrious brothers, the Dell Studio and Studio XPS ranges, which have tended to feature snazzier designs and me...
Sensible price, Fantastic power and usability, Excellent screen, Much improved design, Great storage...
Dodgy sound from speakers, Noisy fan, Semi-irritating touchpad, USB ports at the back of chassis, Battery a little disappointing...
Dell's Inspiron range is made up of the company's entry-level consumer laptops.In the past the series has played second-fiddle to its more illustrious brothers, the Dell Studio and Studio XPS ranges, which have tended to feature snazzier designs and me...
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Today it is the turn of the 15" Inspiron to receive a refresh, moving to the Intel Core i3 / Core i5 platform and adding DirectX 11 support. Here at HardwareHeaven we have one of the first samples on our test bench and will run it through a selection o...
The Inspiron 15R is a product which is entering a hugely competitive market segment with a massive amount of systems available that offer various levels of performance, features and quality. This means that Dell really need to impress from the moment...
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Dell's Inspiron range is made up of the company's entry-level consumer laptops. In the past the series has played second-fiddle to its more illustrious brothers, the Dell Studio and Studio XPS ranges, which have tended to feature snazzier designs and...
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