Testseek.co.uk have collected 232 expert reviews of the Dell XPS 12 9Q33 and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Dell XPS 12 9Q33.
November 2012
(79%)
232 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(60%)
13 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Highcontrast screen (800
1 to 850
1)
Good processing power
Fast boot and shutdown times
Pleasant to handle and use
Screen definition (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Touchscreen and keyboard handy for Windows 8
Sturdy aluminium and carbon fibre construction
Great keyboard
Impressive screen
Very powerful
Screen can flip around to become a tablet
Bright and bold display
Excellent build
Quality Windows 8 software
Powerful enough for every day tasks
Powerful processor
Excellent screen
And ingenious convertible design.
Design and build
Materials
Battery life
Processing power
Great performance
Beautiful
Sturdy finish
Responsive touch screen
Can be either a tablet or a laptop
Attractive and well built
Flip hinge is quick and easy to use
Good keyboard
Bright 1080p
Thin-bezel display
Strong performance for the class
Record-breaking battery life
Resurrects the flipandfold display
Fast Core i73517U processor
Large 256GB solidstate drive
Impressive battery life
1080p IPS screen
Premium materials throughout
Innovative flip-screen system
Good
Backlit keyboard
Flexible
Powerful specs
Great speakers
Keyboard is well protected in tablet mode since it is not exposed
Relatively decent battery life that is comparable to other similar devices on the market
802.11ac WiFi adapter is included for access to the latest WiFi connectivity
The display screen o
Innovative design
Attractive
Impressive build quality
Surprisingly powerful
Solid State Drive as standard
The editors didn't like
Can be a bit noisy (45 to 50 dB(A)) when the fan gets going
Not great for games
Audio quality could be better
Integral battery
Lacking mobile broadband
Ethernet or docking port
Pure weight
Chunky power supply
Pretty pricey
A couple of minor software issues when using it in tablet mode
Windows 8 app store doesn't have a lot to offer yet
It's expensive
And kind of clunky when used in tablet mode
Major overheating
Poor sound quality
Very few ports
Fairly heavy
Very expensive
Poor screen contrast
Trackpad isn't very responsive
Bulky when used as a tablet
Weak speakers
Pricing could be more competitive
A better laptop than a tablet
Limited port selection
No SD card slot
No pressure-sensitive stylus
Relatively heavy
Unit is built on the hefty side which makes it difficult to hold in one hand when in tablet mode
There is an occasional delay when adjusting to screen orientation
Only two USB ports which limits connectivity unless you add the optional docking station
While the XPS 12 isn't flawless, it's a very interesting laptop nonetheless. To my knowledge, no one else is really trying this flipscreen approach; that's either good news or bad news, depending on why most companies take an alternative route. If they're...
Good looking, excellent IPS display and great keyboard, top quality materials, good performance, Good looking, excellent IPS display and great keyboard, top quality materials, good performance, Good looking, excellent I
Heavy for tablet use, no digital pen option, Heavy for tablet use, no digital pen option, Heavy for tablet use, no digital pen option, Heavy for tablet use, no digital pen option
The Dell XPS 12 is a very likeable and powerful full Intel Core convertible Ultrabook with an excellent full HD display, superb keyboard and beautiful fit and finish. We're taken by the carbon fiber surfaces that aren't just cool looking: they make for...
12.5-inch Full HD (1080p) 400-nit touch display, Very responsive, Keyboard is protected in tablet mode, Backlit keyboard
No HDMI or LAN ports, Price premium over similarly equipped ultrabooks, Integrated graphics
As user continue to contemplate the choice between the power and functionality of a full laptop and the portability and touch capabilities of a tablet, we're likely to see more convertible ultrabooks come to market. Dell's implementation of a convertib...
Published: 2012-12-17, Author: Andrew , review by: arstechnica.com
Beautiful 1080p IPS touchscreen, Elegant design and screen flipping mechanism, Exemplary keyboard, livable touchpad, Solid construction and good use of textured plastic, A great alternative to the XPS 13 or another Ultrabook if you're also in the market f
Battery life is only OK, More fan noise than we'd like, Slightly heavier than some 13-inch Ultrabooks on the market despite smaller screen size, Port selection is a little light, and there's no SD card reader
Enlarge / The XPS 12's base can serve as a stand for the touchscreen. The keyboard and trackpad are disabled when the screen is flipped.Andrew CunninghamSo far, our quest for the perfect convertible Windows 8 laptop has left us a bit wanting. Up until now...
Abstract: The Dell XPS 12 Ultrabook Convertible is the best Ultrabook Convertible available today, but how does it compare to the one of the most popular ultra-portables, the MacBook Air?The XPS 12 is small Ultrabook with a touchscreen that flips for use as a table...
Beautiful touch screen display, Seamless tablet experience, Excellent build quality, Good keyboard and touchpad
Lack of ports (no media card reader), Screenheavy design, Some software issues
The Dell XPS 12 brings the full Windows 8 experience to the table thanks to its convertible tablet form factor. Dell's screen flipping mechanism is as unique as it is rock solid; it turns into a great tablet in a matter of seconds. The 12.5-inch display i...
Dual use tablet and notebook, Excellent backlit keyboard, Premium construction
Price above the Ultrabook Convertible average, Moderate battery life, Reflective display, The Dell XPS 12 is a notebook and a tablet, Dell XPS 12 | $1,199, Dell XPS 12 Review Guide, Hands On/Video Review, Design, Display, Keyboard and Touchpad, Performanc
The Dell XPS 12 is more expensive than the IdeaPad Yoga 13 by $200, but for that price users get a backlit keyboard and an Ultrabook Convertible that feels better to hold in tablet mode thanks to a smooth back and a smaller size. A couple hundred bucks is...
Published: 2012-12-03, Author: John , review by: neowin.net
As one of the first Windows 8 "convertible" products on the market, the Dell XPS 12 acquits itself fairly well for the most part. We loved the tough construction and owners who mostly use it as a notebook will likely enjoy it, while also enjoying the o...
What you think about the XPS 12 will depend upon what you think about needing a single device to do double-duty as a tablet and a traditional PC. If you need that type of device, and can put up with using an extremely heavy tablet, then you'll find the XP...
Abstract: Dell's entry into the Windows 8 convertible-notebook market bridges the gap between a tablet and a notebook through some wonderfully clever engineering. Instead of using the keyboard as a dock for the display, the display flips around inside a frame t...
