The Best Dell Laptops of 2017

NameDell Precision 15 5000 Series (5510)Dell Inspiron 11 3000 Series (3162)Dell Inspiron 15 3000 Series (3558)Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming (7567)Dell XPS 13 Touch (2016 Rose Gold Edition)Dell XPS 15 Touch (2017)Dell Chromebook 3189 Education 2-in-1Dell Latitude 14 7000 (7480)Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (9365)Dell Latitude 13 3000 Series 2-in-1 (3379)
 
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TypeBusinessGeneral Purpose, Ultraportable, ValueGeneral Purpose, Value, Desktop ReplacementGaming, Value, Desktop ReplacementGeneral Purpose, Ultraportable, Business, UltrabookGeneral Purpose, MediaValueBusiness, Small BusinessGeneral Purpose, UltraportableBusiness
PlatformWindows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Windows 10Google Chrome OSWindows 10Windows 10Windows 10
Processor NameIntel Core Xeon E3-1505M v5Intel Celeron N3050Intel Core i3-5015UIntel Core i5-7300HQIntel Core i7-7500UIntel Core i7-7700HQIntel Celeron N3060Intel Core i7-7600UIntel Core i7-7Y75Intel Core i3-6100U
Processor Speed2.8 GHz1.6 GHz2.1 GHz2.5 GHz2.7 GHz2.8 GHz1.6 GHz2.8 GHz1.3 GHz2.3 GHz
RAM16 GB2 GB6 GB8 GB8 GB16 GB4 GB8 GB8 GB8 GB
Graphics CardNvidia Quadro M1000MIntel HD GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 4400Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 TiIntel HD Graphics 620Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050Intel HD GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 620Intel HD Graphics 615Intel HD Graphics 520
Storage Capacity (as Tested)1.5 TB32 GB1 TB256 GB256 GB512 GB32 GB256 GB256 GB256 GB
Screen Size15.6 inches11.6 inches15.6 inches15.6 inches13.3 inches15.6 inches11.6 inches14 inches13.3 inches13.3 inches
Resolution3840 x 21601366 x 7681366 x 7681920 x 10803200 x 18003840 x 21601366 x 7681920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 1080
Weight4.98 lbs2.46 lbs4.96 lbs5.84 lbs2.99 lbs4.44 lb3.16 lb3.34 lb2.7 lbs3.39 lbs
Battery Rundown5:0810:058:44 hrs:min11:0110:42 hrs:min6:0511:3913:0311:467:07
Read ReviewDell Precision 15 5000 Series (5510)
Review		Dell Inspiron 11 3000 Series (3162)
Review		Dell Inspiron 15 3000 Series (3558)
Review		Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming (7567)
Review		Dell XPS 13 Touch (2016 Rose Gold Edition)
Review		Dell XPS 15 Touch (2017)
Review		Dell Chromebook 3189 Education 2-in-1
Review		Dell Latitude 14 7000 (7480)
Review		Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (9365)
Review		Dell Latitude 13 3000 Series 2-in-1 (3379)
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Narrowing Down Your Choices

If you're shopping for a PC, you have plenty of options to choose from, be it desktop-replacement systems to rugged notebooks, and a range of options in between. Sometimes the easiest thing to do is to narrow down your options based on what you know, and if you're familiar with Dell, you probably have some experience with how reliable the company's products are, how the customer service works, and the general quality of user experience those products and services deliver. It's a good way to whittle down your options while still helping you zero in on a great product. Picking a brand you trust does half the deciding for you.
Whether you're after a powerful laptop for crunching numbers at work, or a laptop for staying productive at home or on the go, there's a good chance that Dell has a model you've considered buying. When you skim through the many products we review at PCMag, you'll see that Editors' Choice logo popping up again and again, often alongside Dell systems.

Where Will You Use Your Laptop?

For use in home or school, Dell's Inspiron brand comprises consumer laptops of every stripe. Whether you're editing photos or managing your home finances, there are plenty of options available. If you want something a little less expensive for simple tasks and browsing online, consider Dell's Chromebooks, which put basic functionality into an affordable package that works great for kids and students.
If gaming is more your style, Dell's Alienware brand delivers. The latest components combine with premium construction and design, earning Alienware a well-deserved reputation among gamers.
Finally, there's business. Dell's Latitude brand has options for workers in the office or in the field, with a mix of thin yet powerful laptops and rugged systems that can take a beating. The Latitude line also carries rugged models that are designed to be used in extreme environments.
There are plenty of solid Dell systems to choose from, but don't be overwhelmed by the options. We've combed through our many reviews and singled out the best Dell systems in multiple categories. For more, check out our 10 favorite laptops overall, as well as our lists of the best chromebooks, 2-in-1s, cheap laptops, business laptops, and gaming laptops.

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