Dell XPS 15 - Best All Around Laptop?
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- Dell's XPS 15 9560 2017 is an evolutionary step forward for what was already a really solid design. But does it continue to hold up a year later?
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"Our config costing a LITTLE bit more"
Yeah, $1000 more
I almost spat out my drink at that part
It was VERY obvious he was being sarcastic
It was a LITTLE bit sarcastic...
Micro center has this config for $1699. You can probably price match that to Dell store and then get 10% on top or Microsoft store and get a student discount for 15% off
Proabably best to stay away from dell, crashes overheats, crappy hardware, that's what i remember atleast
"A little bit more" - adds $1,000 to the price tag.
Dominic Cerisano that's why I hate their reviews they only look at the most enthusiast of concerns.
"Oh Linus i trusted you on the little bit more expensive thing and now i see that i payed $2000 without checking
Dominic Cerisano 'the fact that what he said was clearly not true means he could not have been sarcastic'. That's such a bass aackwards thought, idk what to say
so normalizing jokes is bad got it
He does say at the end that it's not budget and its more enthusiast.
4:50 that was the most uncomfortable 8 seconds of my life
stop the sexy hinting it destroyes the tech cannel! not t you only to get my comment high for notice!
It was hilarious!
it tingles my anus
I'll gladly suck Linus's toes; no homo tho
it was the most sexy 8 seconds of my life
@ 0:51
You're wrong Linus: All FHD Variants have a plastic bezel, both last years and this years version. Only the 4K Version has a glass bezel, and the glass bezel was already there on last years 4K modell. Nothing new there!
DjLongCock Awesome, thanks for the info!
Your welcome, BeyCinema
69 likes. nice. keep it on that number people.
DJLongCockTechTips
hey, thankyou for the info. i would like to buy the 1080p version. how good is the display? most youtuber dont seem to think that people do buy the lower/mid range model..
Twice the price is "a little bit more" to Linus.
how tf did you comment 12 hours ago
DanielRichards644 yea hackers
DanielRichards644 WTF 12 hours ago
yo fucking time travelers
the price of one pink lambo
"Our configuration is a little bit more"
* Costs 1000$ more than the base *
stop the sexy hinting it destroyes the tech cannel! not t you only to get my comment high for notice!
I want one but the Amazon reviews discourages me from pressing that purchase button. I hope this quality assurance issue gets fixed soon.
I love this channel, it has everything a viewer could ever ask for: amazing editing, great camera work, a dedicated team and a energetic boss/host that tells it like it is and the videos are daily.
Why do they not put a phone front facing camera on the xps 15, most phones have great front facing cameras and they are small enough to fit in between the xps' bezel
KovaH__ Because of 3 reasons- stupidity, price, and copyright
KovaH__ too $$
Copyright? Sony actively sell the cameras to other phone companies!
why copyright?
SaJmoN17099 He said that they need to put a phone front camera which means that it will be copyright! They need to make their own camera, but they screwed it up.(You need to know that phone camera is not compatible with a laptop)
Maybe I overexadurated a bit or it may be confusing so I'm sorry.
"It starts at $1000 with our config costing a liiiitle bit more"
*shows $2000 config*
Tort Ever heard about sarcasm.
The Echelon u just gotta bad mouth him for an ignorant comment.... u can simply say "it's suppose to be a sarcasm..." yea it's a sarcasm not "being ironic"(never seen anyone use that phrase before...)
The Echelon it's not ironic it's sarcastic
Thanks for the correction Harsh Patel.
And while we're speaking about irony: You're bashing on The Echelon that he's badmouthing someone, but Tort is ridiculing Linus as well, yet you're defending him.
Nice balanced and detailed review. Very informative (love that you run the synthetics tests with temperature results to measure the capability of the cooling system). Also the info about the wifi issue helped me out with another dell product with that wifi card. Thanks :)
Amazing video Linus! Really helped me to choose my new laptop, hope to see guys continue to make more videos of this calibre! Keep up the great work!
Is it Linus-proof???
tanay naiyo_naiyo wack ka bhai Nothing is Linus proof because he always drops everything.
3:36 678 FPS in GTA 5??????
CZcams Li 67.8 FPS
danielwoop 4K ain't possible my ass!
CZcams Li I think the dot is covered by the graph
Maybe The gta v laptop
CZcams Li maybe at the Ultra lowest setingst at 124x123
2:49: When boom mic nearly attacked Linus. ;-)
Didn’t see it. Lol you liked your own comment.
Kol Tregaskes a
disliked, didn't leave it out in the rain.
LOL
that's what the video thumbnail was about
Duff Beer ur ass shoud trend
But, is it rain proof?
Im also a little disappointed he isn't at least hitting these new Dell's with a garden hose.
Yeah, same here to be honest. or at least a watering can.
Kinda misleading a bit with the bezel material. the reason it changed from plastic to glass is because you got the 4k display this time. the 1080p display still has plastic bezel
ImGrumpher i
And isn't touch panel
ImGrumpher does the old 4k one also come with glass?
Commander833 Yes, its pretty much the same panel.
Just ordered this exact model. Can't wait until it arrives!
Did anybody else notice that at 5:24 they typed "divice" into the search bar.
I just got mine and it has very loud coil whine. It's easily heard in normal use. I'm debating returning it.
1:00 Plz use the *superior* metric system for measuring things.
I agree, he should.
Hahaha, type in "22 minutes Measurement".
"To be perpetually on the fence"
why can't the US switch over... It would be much easier for the rest of the world
mcrsit Metric vs Imperial makes no difference in day to day life. Metric is only better in scientific applications.
Correct me if im wrong, im not *too* familiar with the imperial system. But isn't conversion and coherense better with the metric system.
I bought it last week in a Microsoft Store. Audio improves enabling an option in the Maxx Audio app
I have the XPS L502X. Bought it in 2011! Still works like a charm and even runs most of today's games on medium graphics!
1:45 So I'm not the only human on the planet who uses his laptop like that? Phew.
EDIT: Planet with a d.
Don't worry, this PLANED is full of those people.
You know I can just use the edit-function, right?
Yes you can.
If you do business calls often, you should have a good external webcam.
An old meme that nobody cares about Or not use a webcam at all. Webcam footage is just pointless imho.
mrjt wtf, my father still uses webcams for video conference and skype video calls when he is out of station
@@mrjakobt this… this aged like milk LMAO 🤣
That Bezel less Screen WOW!! Playing games with that screen is a dream come true
Love my XPS 9550 for Uni, highest spec version. FYI, 4K variant does have glass bezel. Couldn't recommend them more highly, though, in Australia, the version I have costs ~$3.5k (but Dell usually has 20% discounts occurring quite often)
First 15 minutes of comments are true mayhem.
shit*
currently watching this on an old sony vaio from 7 years ago while the fan deafens me and the heat is burning my leg...
I should have selected next day shipping, I don't think I can handle another 5 business days of this
WilsonMackle101 you enjoying the xps 15?
All the reviews I've watched about it don't do it justice, coming from such an outdated plastic laptop the build quality is mind blowing
I have the top of the line 2016 version of the XPS 15 and its awesome. It only crashed on me once because of a video driver acting up but other than that, its crazy fast!
Well, this review officially made up my mind.
I've been looking for a replacement for my aging MacBook Air and I had it narrowed down to the 4k version of this and the Surface Book with performance base but this video has led me to choose the XPS 15.
I was considering buying a Dell XPS 15 but luckily enough I didnt and went for a Lenovo Yoga 720 instead, hopefully this comment doesnt go unnoticed and anyone question what to currently but can read it, the Lenovo Yoga 720 came with a 7700HQ, a gtx 1050 and a 4k display color accurate gorilla glass almost besseless with good camera placing, a 1tb hdd PLUS 512 ssd, a 80 battery and windows pen support, more ports than the xps 15 and all that with a modern fully convertible design for just 1470$, the model is just out but i expect it to scale pretty fast on the rankings and be put together if not on top of this year's xps 15
I can argue that it shouldn't be put on top, but spec wise it sounds like a great alternative. Things to consider: smaller battery than 97 Whr option of the dell, 2gb less video RAM, and if you opt for the 1080p model (better battery life) you can't get 16gb of ram. The Lenovo is less pricey though, but also seems less available internationally. (they don't sell it here in the netherlands yet, for instance) The Dell's webcam is laughable (put a piece of tape on it, and don't use it ever again laughable.)
it's a personal choice if you opt for the dell or the lenovo, but good on you for pointing out the alternative!
Renatto Belerofonte what about thermals
Isn't the Lenovo just a dual core?
No, that was just an honest question - I looked at a number of systems before I got my XPS and a lot of them were just dual cores, like the 7500. I didn't realise Lenovo had a Yoga with the full on i7. That's why I asked.
Warlock M yeah it is a 7700hq. Wasn't out yet when i looked at machines of Lenovo and that was like only a month back so you might have just missed it. I think it's a first gen machine as well, so there aren't a lot of reviews that I've seen yet.
yo that signed peter gade shirt though!!!! badminton players know what īm talking about 😁
Tbh I think the placement of the camera is great, makes it easier/better looking to put tape on it
If anyone hasn't mentioned it ... It is my understanding the camera placement so intended for you to video conference while in tent mode ( with the monitor upside down and the keyboard used as a stand).
Today I finally decided to check out Crunchyroll thinking it was about food (Because of the name) and found out it was about anime, I was mad but really happy at the same time tbh
Crunchyroll is trash nowadays though, since they've dropped the bitrate and made the videos look shit.
KingDoesGaming subscription and ads?
Subscription or ad block = no ads.
Aus Es why waste money on anime, there's shit tons of websites with free anime
Love Machine why spend money on games and movies? just torrent it! same reason
Dell going private was the best thing for them. There quality of products and prices have gotten better and better.
Aaron Briggs *their
Aaand suport is way better as well.
DELL XPS 15 25% OFF RIGHT NOW
Amazon Deals Is it? Where?
Dont buy this piece of shit.
in the minute 5:44 It shows a Peter gade t-shirt. you have my respect Linus
Dear Linus, I love watching your videos. And the fact that you include your wife and kids is very endearing brother. I will always watch your videos man. Thanks for being a tech guy and also showing that as technical men we can also have our priorities in the right place. You are super cool bro. God bless you.
5:25 divice
04:44 wtf?
I'm super happy with my 2016 XPS15. I had to get a new laptop in a hurry because my old one broke down, so I didn't have time to wait for the 9560, however I think the diferrences are not that noticable, both models are great!
I love my Dell hardware. I usually go for Precision or Latitude series but the XPS has a lot going for it too. Ironically the XPS also shares it's case with the Latitude 3000 series but with plastic instead of that wonderful aluminum oddly enough.
Those laptops cost too much! lol, that one is $3000 in Australia
TechXSoftware - because Australia sucks
yeet ^
Nykachuu - How do you know? Have you been?
it's beautiful, but things want to kill you, and all technology is expensive.
@Nykachuu - technology is expensive in most countries outside the US and those dangerous things are only in parts of the country. Guns kill more people you know.
You could almost say that the possibilities for this laptop stretch into "infinity".
Kill me now.
UltimateXtreme MacBook pro has less bezels
No, the bezels on my Macbook Pro are larger than my XPS.
I would love if they could get the bezel equally thin on the bottom too
Hey guys,
I don't think it really matters but i love how you guys test the gear you review by incorporating it in the video like tyoing up the review on the laptop or showing us the webcam footage.
keep it up!
Anyone using the 4k version for editing in adobe premier pro? I'm experiencing UI lag when moving the panels around and when I resize panels. It is really annoying. Playback and rendering is super smooth though. Anyone experiencing this issue too?
Update Dell's integrated graphics manually.
Here's a tutorial here www.reddit.com/r/Dell/comments/5tispj/xps_15_9560precision_55520_fix_for_lagstuttering/
Tech Tips UK Thanks for your tips, really appreciate it. But unfortunately nothing hasn't solved my problem. However I managed to solve the chrome lag issue by installing a specified cpu graphicsversion manually. I have downloaded the latest nvidia drivers but still have the same issue. I even changed the settings in the nvidia controlpanel but no luck and maxed performance in the power managment settings in windows. And maxed out memory usage in the premier settings but still no luck. :/
Ismail Bahhane Thanx, it solved my chrome lag issue but not the issues Im having in premier.
Stefan Modigh - Probably best to ask your question at Stack Overflow or other tech forums.
You had to caress it, didn't you Linus?
Harman Singh what?
he uploaded at the same time as i sent my xps 15 back. Because it had dead pixels, and for no good reason youtube videos would freeze while the audio kept playing. build quality and aesthetics are awesome.
I just recently bought this exact version and I love it. I wouldn't choose any other laptop for my needs.
6:35 "ZELENINA" ? Czech guys overthere? :)
MrrDoNN hej!!
Thanks to the Amazon links you posted and the plethora of negative reviews there, I can answer your question "Best All Round Laptop?" with a resounding "NO!!" and also save everyone 8 minutes and 20 seconds.
Harry Mix
So.. You trust all of those shitty reviews instead of video reviews?
Then why are you even here?
@@Blittsplitt5 Yes, if there are a lot of negative reviews. Means that there is a legitimate issue that Becca to be taken into consideration is you're thinking about buying a device
If I remember right, the thunderbolt 3 port only has 2 PCIE lanes, so there will be a larger performance penalty for eGPU's compared to other laptops with 4 PCIE lanes backing the port.
I also kinda prefer numpad less keyboards so they are centred in the body and not forcing you to lean left.
I had a $2400 Dell XPS 15 from last year for about 2 months. Work laptop. It was amazing, I might end up getting one myself. Thanks for the review!
I havent used webcam in years, so it would be no problem for me
3:46 GTA V at 6718 fps?!?! ahaha nice!
So fast...
its 67.18 the . is on the line so you can't see it :)
Roger2k There is no 1, it's clearly 67.8... Yall blind af
@linus can you do a video about the new xps 15 9570 I'm a huge fan of your channel. Thanks!
I looked at one of these in a store recently. It seemed quite dim even at max brightness.
What is this? I CAME here for LinusSexTips, not tech tips wtf misleading
Same tbh
Own 13/15" XPS and what I can say, durability leaves a lot to say... After 1 year are garbage laptops for what I paid. Sounds problems, wifi problems and more...
Same here. More than 4 visits by Dell-approved techs to repaste heatsinks, replace fans, and motherboards. Looking back, the XPS 15 is not built for 1080p video editing as thermal triggers will limit the 7700 to 800mhz.
Great video. With the size of the screen is there really much difference between 4k and 1080p?
I think you should have mentioned that the thunderbolt port is two lanes instead of 4 which limits the bandwidth.
3:38 678 fps in gta v wtf lmfao
67.8 i guess? then again why would you add 0.8 to your fps still im guessing its 67.8 since the bar goes up to 70
I own it. only issue is the speakers are absolutely horrendous. constant crackling
i read if you go into the speaker driver software you can adjust the settings and it sounds incredibly better. Im getting mine tommorow, if this is true ill tell you :)
well...?
lol
"if this is true ill tell you". since he hasnt told him anything ill assume the whatever he read was wrong
How is the fan noise on your laptop? My fan seems like it's always running, even when the computer isn't connected to the internet or running any programs. The computer is rarely even quiet, and if I run any application whatsoever, the fan turns on
1:44 I love how her hair matches the wall
was the one with blue hair the 1080p or the 4k model? (im asking for a friend)
Only 4.5 hours so ?
4.52 hours = 4h31min12s? or simply 4h52min?
4h 31mins because an hour is 60 minutes so 0.5 of an hour is half an hour
Julien Hoffmeyer That's pretty appaling battery life. In this day and age we should come to expect at least 6-7 hours... I don't get why no one finds this to be a serious issue
Iman Lulla the battery test here is pretty drmanding, you easily get 5,5h surfing and 9h idle even with the 56Wh model and the 96Wh version tested here will even give you over 7h surfing and 14h idle ;)
Have a look at the Notebookcheck.com review
Robin Wersich Huh. Far cry from the 4 hours of light browsing I'm getting on my 4k 86Wh 9550...
kind of... but you have to consider a) the 4K Panel eats power like nothing and b) the Kaby Lake Processors are quite a bit more energy efficient than your Skylake one. Your Laptop needs avg 20W in idle, the new verion only half of that, so it's no wonder that you only get 4 hours even with a bigger batery
www.notebookcheck.com/Test-Dell-XPS-15-2017-9560-7300HQ-Full-HD-Laptop.195530.0.html
This is the test where I got my numbers fom, your laptop is rated at 5h Wifi (which is still 1h more, but screen brightnes also plays a huge role)
The test is in german, but you just have to scroll down to "Akkulaufzeit", there you'll get the numbers
I have one, but with a 1080p screen. It's nice but I find the screen has some motion blur when gaming, which isn't so pleasant.
Should have a push-to-eject camera that fits in the side which you can attach magnetically to the top of the device when you want to use it. Then you could have a conventional webcam solution that still allows the infinity edge and a clean look most of the time.
Now leave it out in the rain
1080P, meh...
4K, overkill on 15"
where is 1440P panel goes?
4K on a 15" really isn't overkill. If you're a content creator and want some dense ass pixels and the best in the biz color accuracy than it's pretty much perfect.
Karras Bastomi 1440ps I found was the X1 Yoga 2017 a 14" tho, and small battery + pricy.
Your cinematography is excellent
That's a nice clock behind you Linus, should use it as a PC case
this is the updated version of the pc build thx for all the help! if there are any more adjustment i should make, dont be afraid to tell me! pcpartpicker.com/list/hyDHKZ
I don't know honestly. Leave that up the pros!
Why no Kaby lake or Ryzen 5?
Shave a couple dollars off your power supply by choosing a budget power supply from a reputable brand like EVGA or Corsair. It'll allow you to buy a better graphics card, because the one you selected is over 2 generations old but was also a low-budget card even then.
Get a Ryzen R5 1500X or R5 1600. Don't buy Ryzen R5 1400. Get a good B350 motherboard. Get a GTX 1050 Ti or a RX 470 or wait for RX 570. If you game a lot, get 16 GB or DDR4 3200Mhz RAM. Get an SSD (250GB is good but at least get 125 GB). Get an IPS display monitor like this one: www.amazon.com/Asus-VS239H-P-23-Inch-1920x1080-Back-lit/dp/B008DWITHI/ref=as_sl_pc_ss_til?tag=thtebusgu-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=3E3V7X2CJFCUJ5DR&creativeASIN=B008DWITHI
do not pay 100+ bucks for windows. you can buy a key for 20-30 bucks online. Also ips monitor if you stick to 60hz
#LinusDifferentUploadTimeTips
don't steal my bit dude.
5:59 yes it has to be in the center....
Thanks Linus for finally doing it. I was torn between the new Macbook Pro and XPS 15 and I think I finally will buy XPS just for the sake for usability and occasional gaming. I am still wondering how fast the SSD is in XPS compared to Macbook Pro.
Should've compared it to the Macbook Pro.
The MalWare what _can't_ beat a Macbookpro tbh xd
mac using last years hardware, so something 2 years old
+The Barbaric Broneh lol exactly, its not even a joke now how much apple's macs have fallen behind
BRYAN SIV I bought the Mac because back then the Mac had cost 1799 for the top of the line model and OSX was superior to windows 7. NOW the same machine cost 2700! and windows 10 is really good! and Macs don't have better build quailty. its the same now if not worst.
stop stroking the laptop please, it isn't a sex toy!
joost van den Berg well it has a screen lol ;)
Do you recommend this for medium gaming and a BCS student in 2019?
I got my XPS 15 around November 2015, and ever since it was awesome.
BUT a couple of weeks ago I noticed that the track pad was getting hard to click on. Then about a week ago the bottom side was staging to rise up. Googling a bit it seems some people point out that its due to the battery swelling. Now I'm sad =(
Can it run cs go?
yes
no the screen response is too slow.
what a troll hahaha
I returned my xps 15 ( same config as Linus's) due to following reasons:
1: poor quality control. The bottom of this laptop isn't even flat, 1 corner of the bottom can't even stand straight.
2： The screen looks amazing but the response time is terrible. If you likes playing csgo or other quick fps game, it will hurt your eyes.
3: Killer 1535 is a pain in the ass. It keeps dropping off line if you are downloading files at a very high speed. You have to reconnect the internet from time to time.
4: It can't show the true power of 7700hq and 1050 due to thermal management. The cpu won't get hot but that is because the frequency has dropped. 1050 should be powerful enough to play csgo but due to cpu problem and low screen response time, you won't feel comfortable when you use xps15 to play games.
So overall this laptop is perfect for some professionals and students ( maybe a little bit expensive ), it has great design and the new fingerprint scanner is sweet, but if you like playing games this one isn't a good choice.
Lei Wang why would you buy this laptop for csgo lol
It will hurt your what?
same here.. got the AW 15 R3 instead.
Click "Read More"
Lei Wang What laptop are you going to get instead? I'm looking for something that can game decently well too
I got the 9550 loooove it. if they continue the naming I'm looking forward to a 9570. hope they'll have an amd sku
Would love a review of the best laptops for music production. Or maybe build a custom music production laptop?
2x the price = "little bit more"
k
Ibra M Not understanding sarcasm.
k
I want to build a PC with the following parts
AMD A6-6400K 3.9GHz Dual-Core Processor
Zalman CNPS80F CPU Cooler
MSI A68HM-GRENADE Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard
ADATA XPG V1.0 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory
Western Digital AV-GP 500GB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive
MSI GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB Video Card
Xion XON-350_BK ATX Mid Tower Case
Antec 450W ATX Power Supply
Ive never built a computer so I know I screwed up quite a few parts. Would anybody be kind enough to help me out here.
I agree with oliver, check out that subreddit. Also, I dont think you will want to bother getting that A6, I am using an A10 7860k for my HTPC, and it has a hard time playing some bigger games. I have that exact A6 6400k in my computer i'm using for a router..
You are using very outdated parts.
You can get much better performance on a Pentium G4560 with a GTX 1050.
Plus you don't need a CPU cooler since one comes boxed.
Best price and reliability for power supplies is EVGA, my to go brand.
For RAM, 8 gb is great (has to be DDR4 for this system).
For a motherboard, the cheapest you can find that is compatible with KabyLake CPUs is OK, unless you want some extra features.
Go with a 7200 RPM hard drive, it will offer much faster loading times and better operating system response. WD blue or Seagate Barracudas are great.
Just go to PCpartpicker and the site will help you with the parts compatibility.
Wait sorry did i understand bad, you already have the parts?
Spicy Boi I would highly speak against buying a dual core. If you are on a budget buy second hand and get yourself at least a decent quad core.
Jack SepticEye2
And that's why it would be best for him to buy the parts second hand. My current computer is entierly built on second hand parts; mobo, CPU, GPU, RAM, PSU etc. With enough patience you can save big bucks by doing so. The only time you really should go for brand new, is when you want to have the newest stuff which can't be found on the second hand market yet.
The 9550 had edge to edge glass if you opted in to the touchscreen. Just FYI.
Hey, Linus, 1 question. Does this include a built in rectifier, i.e. can you run this directly off the wall by removing the battery? This used to be possible on older models, but I haven't seen it as of late. It's a necessity for a desktop replacement that's only going to be lugged around occasionally for presentations et al, because of the battery is needed to run, then it means all your power comes through the battery, resulting in the last cell using up its charge-discharge cycles very quickly, and before you know it you only have 70% of the battery capacity that you used to have a few months ago.
GTA V high settings, 1080p and FXAA on that laptop with 678FPS? LOL
Derp Games 67.8fps
Ah didn`t see the dot, my mistake :P
Honest owners opinion: do not buy the xps 15. I do not know why so many reviewers give such positive reviews to this laptop. It's full of problems and not at all worth the amount of money that it costs. What I think it boils down to is poor quality control on these laptops. Sure they look good with their semi aluminum bodies but they come with loads of issues. Lemme just list the ones that mine has: half the touchscreen stops working randomly and forces a restart. Creeky and crackly opening of the lid, worst and buggiest BIOS that I've ever seen, the resolution is fine but with scaling so many programs and software don't support it and are therefore illegible. Trackpad is not flush with the surface of the laptop it's crooked, gesture controls and palm rejection are extremely buggy and therefore more of a pain than helpful. However the battery is increadibly long I'll say that.
All in all if you really want to spend the money on that kind of laptop just get a mac and boot it with windows oem. Or just buy a different laptop.
Anecdote after anecdote after anecdote. I have an XPS 15 and it works great. A couple of bugs, but the next best thing is a MacBook that costs 1k more and doesn't have the software I need.
Dell do need to up their quality control, but the reality is that most people who buy these laptops wont face these problems. And due to there being no real alternatives, the XPS 15 is still the best all round laptop around.
I purchased my XPS 15 3560 Signature Edition 4 weeks ago at the Microsoft Store in Atlanta. It's fully loaded with Windows 10 Pro, 32 GB Memory, 1 Terabyte SSD, and of course that incredible Infinity Edge 4K 3840 x 2160 screen. I use it for Microsoft Windows software development using Visual Studio 2017, photography using Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom CC, and 4K video editing with DaVinci Resolve Studio. It's my daily driver and I think I would qualify as a heavy user. I've had no problems of any kind and my honest opinion is that it's the best laptop I've ever owned.
Gary Coombs idk quality control seems to be pretty bad maybe you got lucky or haven’t owned it for very long yet
GetDookied,
I've purchased my last 5 computers at the Microsoft Store and I always add the Microsoft Complete warranty. For my XPS 15 9560 I added 4 years of Microsoft Complete for an additional $249. I'm covered for "anything" that could go wrong including accidental damage! If you add Microsoft Complete, the Microsoft Store will immediately swap out machines from store inventory on-the-spot. I'm completely covered.
Kalcifer
My friend has one and it tends to BSOD quiet alot and it sucks when he loses his class work soo in all honest opinions I wouldnt settle for one
Isn't it time for the 9570?!! :D
Who else loves Linus' videos? xD
:)
i have a relationship with Linus' videos.
Echs dee
Swiftuts i don't. fuck off
Swiftuts salt
Look, I get the whole portability piece, but come on: for $2000 you could spend $600 on a laptop with good battery life and a fast SSD, and then take the remaining $1400 and build a decent gaming PC and get a good 4k monitor to go with it. $1000+ laptops don't make sense unless you're rich, imo.
Thuazabi True, but I go traveling a lot and a pc where I can edit videos and play games on is really convenient. :)
Thuazabi - That's true. You can get and Inspiron 2-in-1 with similar specs for a lot less. I'm upgrading and have upgraded a couple of my laptops for a lot less cause I like to tinker a bit.
However... I've tested the Inspiron and XPS 15 side by side and the user experience on the XPS 15 is a much, much better. It just makes you want to use it and that's what you pay extra for. Yes, it's too pricey for me so I'm just waiting for the price to come down or wait for a refurbished one to become available. I told a friend of mine that if I ever win lotto I'll just get one of each, but I have to buy a ticket first. lol
I already have a good desktop, why would I get a cheap laptop if I can afford a better one?
More expensive ones will last longer (hopefully). I bought a $600 for my brother for his birthday and it turned out to be the biggest piece of crap I ever bought
i have the aero 15x, it was 2300 and totally worth it. i travel for a living so a desktop is near worthless to me, but i want to do as much as a desktop can do when im in a hotel with trash wifi so i have my laptop set up to do everything i need to internet free and it can even go unplugged a while thanks to the giant battery
Excellent Video. Always enjoyable with lots of fun & humor. I have XPS15 2012 model. i7 2670QM + 15.6" screen + 8GB RAM + Nvidia Geforce 540M +1TB + JBL speakers + Bluetooth 3.0 +HDMI port + 3 USB ports + DVD RW + Backlit keyboard + 9 cell battery + Window 10 creators update (updated recently) - working gr8. (not a touch screen laptop)
I am due for an upgrade but I won't choose Dell this time because there are better laptops for the price he mentioned & may be a little more cost & you get a beast.
Here is what I am after. i7 7820hk + 64GB RAM + SSD ( any size ) + HD (any size) + anti-glare + Nvidia GTX 1080 + backlight keyboard + 17" screen + VR ready + G-sync + 5 USB ports + HDMI ports + DVD RW (do we need this any more? ) + Good speakers + Good webcam + decent battery life ( I know it might be too much to ask )
All that & more I can get it from MSI or ASUS ROG machines. It will cost 3500$. Even if it costs a fortune still it is worth instead of paying 1000$ or 2000$ on this dell machine which is neither here nor there. Always go for the kill. Choose the best processor + high amount of RAM and excellent graphics card. Storage - you can always add external or use cloud but these are most important parts.
If you are like me who wants a mean beast then don't choose this Dell laptop. It looks gr8, has good screen, RAM is on lower side. touch is nice option but overall if you see price to performance & features what they offer is not on par. There are better laptops out there. MSI & ASUS ROG. They are changing the way we think about laptops.
What windows service did you disable to help with the WiFi issues if you don't mind me asking?