xps m1330 LaptopMag recently published two reviews of the latest Dell notebooks – the Dell XPS M1330 and the Dell Inspiron 1520. The XPS M1330 is the sexier of the two notebooks – especially when you consider it’s an ultra-portable system available in three different colors (Crimson Red, Tuxedo Black, or Pearl White). Specs on the XPS M1330 include:

  • Intel Core 2 Duo processor
  • Windows Vista OS
  • Support for up to 4GB of RAM
  • Intel Integrated GMA X3100 graphics
  • 13.3 inch UltraSharp WXGA display
  • Optional LED backlit display
  • Up to 200GB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 160GB 5400 RPM HDD
  • Slot load DVD+/-RW drive
  • Measures 31.8 x 2.31 x 23.8 cm and weighs only 3.97 lbs

Here’s the verdict from LaptopMag on the XPS M1330:

Whether you compute on campus, during your commute, or while flying from coast to coast, the Dell XPS M1330 has the power and multimedia chops you’re looking for. It’s one of the few no-compromise lightweight notebooks we’ve seen, and we like this one the best because of its unbeatable combination of performance, portability, and style. Dell is back.

dell 1520 Meanwhile, the Dell Inspiron 1520 features:

  • Either AMD Turion 64 X2 processor or an Intel Core 2 Duo processor
  • Windows Vista OS
  • Up to 4GB of memory
  • Integrated graphics
  • 15.4 inch widescreen display
  • Up to 160GB HDD
  • DVD burner
  • Measures 14.12 x 1.47 x 10.59 inches
  • Weighs 6.4 lbs

Here’s the verdict from LaptopMag on the 1520:

Although it’s a bit bulky, Dell has crafted a fine machine in the Inspiron 1520. Priced at a reasonable $1,807, our configuration is a stylish and powerful notebook. But with a starting price of $869, less souped-up versions of the this system, without bells and whistles like mobile broadband, should appeal to a wide audience.

[Check out the review of the XPS M1330]

[Check out the review of the Inspiron 1520]

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