Dell Inspiron 15R Review, Specifications and Price details India US UK

After such a long time, Dell has launched two new models in their Inspiron series laptops. The new models are named as Inspiron 14R and Inspiron 15R. This post will cover 15R series which offers four different models to chose from with price range of 31,900 Rs to 42,900 Rs. So there is a notebook for the low budget and the mid-high budget as well. The model name 15R is originated from the 15.6-inch widescreen HD display. It’s available in four different colors. The best part is the use of Intel Core i3 and i5 latest processors for the faster performance.

 Dell Inspiron 15 Configuration:

• Intel Pentium Dual-Core T4200 2.00GHz Processor (1MB L2 cache, 800MHz FSB)
• Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (32-bit)
• 15.6" 1366x768 16:9 Glossy Display
• Intel X4500 Integrated Graphics
• 3GB DDR2 800MHz RAM (2GB + 1GB)
• 320GB 5400RPM HDD
• 8X CD / DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive)
• Intel 5100AGN WiFi and 10/100 Ethernet
• 6-Cell 48WHr Battery
• Limited 1-year standard parts and labor warranty with in-home service
• Dimensions: 14.7 x 9.6" x 1.02"
• Weight: 5.8lbs
• Price as configured: $549

It comes with 7-in-1 Media Card Reader

1. Digital (SD) Memory Card
2. Hi-Capacity Secure Digital (SDHC)
3. Multimedia Card plus (MMC+)
4. Multi Media Card (MMC)
5. Memory Stick (MS)
6. Memory Stick PRO (MS Pro)
7. xD Picture Card (xD)

External Ports:

• 3 USB 2.0
• HDMI Port
• VGA Port
• LAN
• AC Adapter connector
• Audio Jacks

Display: 15.6 Widescreen HD WLED Glossy Display with TrueLife™ (1366×768)

Bluetooth: Dell Wireless 365 Bluetooth Internal (2.1+EDR) Mini-Card

Camera: 1.3MP Integrated Webcam with Microphone

Optical Drive: 12.7″ SATA Tray Load DVD+/-RW

Battery: 6 cell 48 WHr Li-Ion Battery

Dimensions

• Width: 14.80″ (376.0mm)
• Height: 1.25″ (31.8mm) front / 1.34″ (34.0mm) back
• Depth: 10.31″ (262.0mm)

Starting weight of 5.83 lbs (2.648 kg)

Wireless Network Card: Dell Wireless 1501

Security Software: McAfee™ Security Center (Multi-Language) – 30-Day Trial Version

Dell Services: 1 Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty, InHome Service after Remote Diagnosis

Pros:

• Fast and Latest Processor
• Upto 1GB graphics card is good for gaming purpose
• Bright widescreen display is good for video and gaming purpose
• SRS Premium sound provides good audio capabilities
• Complete keyboard with Numberic Keypad

Cons:

• 6-cell battery lasts for 2.5 hours maximum. Better to go for 9-cell battery
• Keyboard backlight should have been present

Conclusion: It’s one of the best laptops in this price range. Just make sure to buy 9-cell battery and graphics card as per your need.