Dell Studio 15 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The Dell Studio 15 is a nice looking laptop with some decent firepower at a reasonable price.

Pros: Stylish design, Bright, sharp display, Great battery life, Good value

Cons: On the bulky side, Runs warm, Dedicated GPU doesn’t meet expectations ;

Verdict: If only it were lighter it might actually be as smooth as it looks, but at 6.11 lbs (more with the 9-cell battery) you won’t be casually lifting up the studio with one hand to show it off (not that we recommend that anyway). With dimensions of 14â ...

Review summary: You can usually predict solid, reliable performance from a Dell; that's why so many businesses use them. We got our hands on the latest in a long line of of laptops, the Studio 15. Keep reading to see whether it lives up to Dell's reputation.

Verdict: When it comes down to it, you are left with plenty of choices. The Studio is really a specific line that caters to a specific type of user, just as the Inspiron and XPS lines are. With that being said, if you are looking for a computer that is ...

Review summary: Dell's Studio range was created to plug the gap between its entry-level consumer Inspiron range and high-end XPS models. The Studio 15 is currently the smallest Studio laptop you can buy and, like the bigger Studio 17, draws its styling directly from ...

Verdict: As such, you'll find the same wedge-shaped profile, range of coloured lids and stylish features, such as the slot-loading optical drive. Build quality isn't quite as good as the more expensive XPS models, with plastic used in place of brushed ...

Review summary: Dell's laptop range seems to cover every base: there's Inspiron for budget buyers, XPS if you want something a little more plush, and the super-high-end Alienware models for the big spenders

Verdict: Now available without brown paper bag. A great laptop, just not quite the bargain we'd expect from Dell.

Review summary: The Dell Studio 15 is currently the smallest of Dell's Studio laptop range you can buy and, like the larger Studio 17, draws its styling directly from XPS models. As such, you'll find the same wedge-shaped profile, range of coloured lids and stylish ...

Verdict: As such, you'll find the same wedge-shaped profile, range of coloured lids and stylish features, such as the slot-loading optical drive. Build quality isn't quite as good as the more expensive XPS models though