Typical price: £829
What is it: Sexy desktop replacement with high-end touches
What we think: It looks great and has plenty of configuration options
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 12 March 2008
Tags: dell, cell, gaming, slot
We like:
Thin, sexy design; includes media remote control and HDMI output
We don't like:
Not as revolutionary as the previous 13-inch version
CNET UK judgement:
Dell's turn toward a 'design-first' philosophy continues to pay off with the XPS M1530, easily the best-looking 15-inch laptop in recent memory
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