Dell Inspiron 14z

The Dell Inspiron 14z ($824 direct, as tested) is essentially the conservative alter-ego of the Studio 14z, as it keeps many of the features that the latter would consider antiquated, such as an integrated optical drive, a VGA-Out, and Intel's integrated graphics. And while the Studio 14z is aimed at aspiring video editors and part-time photographers, the Inspiron 14z's Consumer Ultra Low Voltage (CULV) processor is indicative of its emphasis on battery prowess rather than fast performance. The Inspiron 14z is a little pricey and plain when other CULV laptops in its class, namely the Acer Aspire AS4810TZ-4120 and ASUS UL80Vt-A1, are pushing the envelope while selling for less.

Dell, Inc.

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• Price as Tested: $824.00 Direct
• Type: General Purpose, Media, Value
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
• Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300
• Processor Speed: 1.3 GHz
• RAM: 3 GB
• Weight: 4.5 lb
• Screen Size: 14.1 inches
• Screen Size Type: widescreen
• Graphics Card: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
• Storage Capacity: 250 GB
• Networking Options: 802.11n
• Primary Optical Drive: Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW