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Dell XPS 18

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User ratings:
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43 user ratings
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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3.8 out of 5
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Pros

  • Navigation through Windows 8 was easy
  • subtle
  • sophisticated design and good battery life

Cons

  • not perfect
  • our battery run-down test is quite punishing
  • that price does not include the optional stand

Key specs

  • 8 GB
  • 2
  • HD LCD
  • 18.4 in
  • 1920, 1080 px
  • 155 ppi
  • 1 Mpx
  • yes

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Dell XPS 18 - Pros & Cons

Dell XPS 18

Pros

  • Navigation through Windows 8 was easy
  • subtle
  • sophisticated design and good battery life
  • sturdy and well-built
  • Beautiful display Our test equipment reported solid results from the 1080p display
  • Dell XPS 18 is pleasant to use and looks great
  • XPS 18 s specifications are fairly good for a tablet
  • the plastic and metal frame feels reassuringly robust
  • XPS 18 is certainly speedy enough to keep the hobbyist in your family happy
  • Battery life is the best in its class
  • Dell lends itself to casual household carry-around sessions much more easily

Cons

  • not perfect
  • our battery run-down test is quite punishing
  • that price does not include the optional stand
  • Poor endurance
  • a pitiful port selection
  • no Ethernet port
  • less accurate colours than screens with IPS panels
  • too large to use comfortably on the train
  • unbearably tinny and entirely lacking in bass
  • lack of ports
  • only 2 USB ports and no further ports built into the Stand

Dell XPS 18 - Technical Overview

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IconCPU Frequency
1.8 GHz
Best:
Wacom Cintiq Companion
CPU Frequency: 3 GHz
IconCPU Cores
2
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IconPixel density
155 ppi
Best:
Hisense VIDAA Mirror
Pixel density: 431 ppi
IconScreen size
18.4 in
Best:
Planar Helium PCT2785
Screen size: 27 in

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Dell XPS 18 - Full Specifications

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Display
Display technologyHD LCD
Screen size18.4 in
Resolution1920 x 1080 px
Pixel density155.0 ppi
Touchscreenyes
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Design
Colour of productBlack
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Storage
Maximum memory card size500.0 GB
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Camera
Front camerayes
Rear resolution1.0 Mpx
Video resolution1080p
Autofocusyes
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Network
Wi-Fiyes
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Power
Battery typeLi-Ion
Battery life8.0 h
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Dimensions
Height7.19 in
Width11.17 in
Depth0.7 in
Weight80.64 oz
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Technical details
Operating systemWindows 8
RAM memory8 GB
CPU Cores2
CPU Frequency1.8 GHz
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Gyroscopeyes
Digital compassyes
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Connectivity
USByes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version3.1
Headphone connectionMini-USB

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Dell XPS 18 Dell - Editorial Reviews (14)

3.8
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Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 06.06.2013
Dell XPS 18 Review | Digital Trends

How would you like an 18-inch tablet? Perhaps that sounds crazy, but it’s what Dell offers with its XPS 18 all-in-one hybrid PC. This do-it-all system is meant to replace both your desktop and your iPad, but the size (and price) set up hurdles you many not want to leap.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 review: A near-perfect hybrid of Windows tablet and all-in-one desktop
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Published: 06.10.2014
Dell XPS 18 review: A near-perfect hybrid of Windows tablet and all-in-one desktop
2.0

This tabletop tablet has a couple of shortcomings, but it remains the best of its breed.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 review
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Expert Reviews
Published: 01.11.2013
Dell XPS 18 review
4.0

This all-in-one PC looks great, packs in a lot of power and it even has a battery, so you can use it wherever you like

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 All-in-One photo, specs, and price | Engadget
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Dell XPS 18 All-in-One photo, specs, and price | Engadget

Dell XPS 18 All-in-One photos, specs, and price

Dell XPS 18 A massive tablet that doubles as an AIO desktop
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CNET
Published: 29.04.2013
A massive tablet that doubles as an AIO desktop

This 18-inch tablet doubles as a decent all-in-one, but you'll pay a premium for the flexibility.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 06.06.2013
Dell XPS 18 Review | Digital Trends

How would you like an 18-inch tablet? Perhaps that sounds crazy, but it’s what Dell offers with its XPS 18 all-in-one hybrid PC. This do-it-all system is meant to replace both your desktop and your iPad, but the size (and price) set up hurdles you many not want to leap.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 review: A near-perfect hybrid of Windows tablet and all-in-one desktop
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pcworld.com_techhive.com
Published: 06.10.2014
Dell XPS 18 review: A near-perfect hybrid of Windows tablet and all-in-one desktop
4.0

This tabletop tablet has a couple of shortcomings, but it remains the best of its breed.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 Portable All-In-One Review
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KitGuru
Published: 30.12.2013
Dell XPS 18 Portable All-In-One Review

Today we are taking a look at the Dell XPS 18 Portable All-In-One. Sporting an 18

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 (1820) Review
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PCMAG
Published: 14.10.2014
Dell XPS 18 (1820) Review
4.0

A lot like a big tablet with a docking station, the latest iteration of the Dell XPS 18 is thin, easy to tote around the house, and delivers 5+-hour battery life. That's more than enough to call this portable all-in-one desktop best in class.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 (2014) Review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 27.10.2014
Dell XPS 18 (2014) Review
4.0

The latest version of the XPS 18 gets more power and battery life, making our top portable all-in-one PC even better.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 Review - 18 Inch Tablet - Portable Touchscreen Desktop
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LaptopMag
Published: 26.04.2013
Dell XPS 18 Review - 18 Inch Tablet - Portable Touchscreen Desktop
4.0

The Dell XPS 18 is part giant tablet, part desktop PC and a whole lot of fun for the whole family. Read our review of this Windows 8 portable desktop.

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 review
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TechRadar
Published: 28.01.2015
Dell XPS 18 review
4.0

The all-in-one PC that's everything in one

Dell XPS 18 Dell XPS 18 Portable All-In-One Desktop Review
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HotHardware
Published: 06.06.2013
Dell XPS 18 Portable All-In-One Desktop Review
4.0

HotHardware takes a detailed look at Dell's XPS 18 Portable All-In-One Desktop.

Dell XPS 18 Hands on: Dell XPS 18 review: Hands-on
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T3
Published: 13.03.2013
Hands on: Dell XPS 18 review: Hands-on

The Dell XPS 18 is the lightest and slimmest all-in-one PC around

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