The XPS15-L502X, running around$1, 488.A quad-core 2GHz Core i7-2630QM CPU, 8GB of RAM, a 750GB 7, 200rpm hard drive, Nvidia GeForce GT 540M graphics, a Blu-ray drive, and a 1, 920x1, 080-pixel resolution screen, along with a chunky but longer-life nine-cell battery.
It’s a heavy beast, and expensive, too, but if you’re looking for a media laptop that can blast movies, play games, and show them off on a great screen, the new XPS 15 could be just what you’re looking for. But don’t feel like you have to spring for all the upgrades; the base model should be more than enough for most-unless you’re looking for Blu-ray and a full 1080p display.
Price as reviewed / starting price$1, 488 /$799
Processor2.0GHz Intel Core i7-2630QM(quad-core)
Memory8GB, 667MHz DDR3 RAM
Hard drive750GB 7, 200rpm
ChipsetIntel HM67
GraphicsNvidia GeForce GT540M+ Intel GMA HD(Optimus)
Operating SystemWindows 7 Home Premium(64-bit)
Dimensions(WD)15 x 10.4 inches
Height1.3-1.5 inches
Screen size(diagonal)15.6 inches
System weight / Weight with AC adapter6.7 / 8.0 pounds