Testseek.co.uk have collected 86 expert reviews of the Dell XPS 14Z L412z and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Dell XPS 14Z L412z .
November 2011
(79%)
86 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Abstract: When we reviewed the XPS 15z early last month, we found a laptop that got a lot of things right, so the hardly-secret follow-up XPS 14z certainly garnered a spot on our radar. Dell agreed to send us a pre-release unit for the official launch, and we...
Obnoxious bloatware loadLackluster graphics performance for the money
The 14z offers good battery life, extra screen real estate and excellent ergonomics, though you can get stronger graphics performance from less expensive machines....
Intel Core i7 processor, Nvidia switchable graphics, Thin design with aluminum and magnesium construction, Exquisite backlit keyboard, Big 750GB hard drive,
Battery life is a bit short,
The Dell XPS 14z gives even top competitors a run for their money, with an Intel Core i7 processor, switchable Nvidia graphics, spacious 750GB hard drive, and best-in-class keyboard, all wrapped up in a head turning compact design. ...
Published: 2011-10-21, Author: Dan , review by: cnet.com
The high-end Dell XPS 14z is an attractive, powerful 14-inch laptop built into a 13-inch body, with plenty of configuration options, including decent graphics
Even with the approximate footprint of a 13-inch laptop, this still feels thick and heavy, especially compared with the new generation of Ultrabooks
The Dell XPS 14z is a nicely designed, well-built 14-inch laptop, but the XPS "z" design works better on the 15-inch version, leaving this model feeling chunky.
Thin, light, durable chassis, Gorgeous design, Strong performance, USB 3.0, Comfortable keyboard, Wireless Display support
Weak audio, Only two USB ports, both on the back, Subpar battery life
The thinnest 14-inch notebook ever, the XPS 14z offers up strong performance and a gorgeous design. Mobile professionals who demand a stylish, powerful PC should shortlist this one. ...
Abstract: The XPS 14z (starting at $1000) is relatively thin at 0.9", it is no ultrabook though and the 4.36 pound weight is something to consider. You do get a completely updated design, second generation Intel Core processors with all the ports and drives anyone ...
The XPS series from Dell has had a long history of delivering good performance at mass market prices and the 14z continues this tradition. Even though it has been parachuted into a highly competitive market segment at a time when Ultrabooks and Macs te...
Performance, Size and build quality, Plenty of features
Keyboard and touchpad, Screen could be better, Discrete graphics don't add much
If it had a better keyboard and touchpad, the XPS 14z would be at least a 4-star notebook. It offers great performance and features for its size and price point, making it suitable for anyone who wants plenty of power and convenience in a unit that's also...