Dell Inspiron 11z Reviewed

Notebook Review has posted their review of the $449 Dell Inspiron 11z, which uses the new ultra-low voltage Celeron 723 and the GS45 chipset.

The reviewed Dell Inspiron 11z' specifications:

* Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1, 32-bit)
* Intel Celeron 723 (1.2GHz, 800MHz FSB, 1MB Cache)
* Intel GS45 + ISH9M chipset
* 11.6" WXGA LED-backlit display at 1366x768
* Intel X4500 Integrated Graphics
* Dell 1397 ABG Wireless
* 2GB DDR2-800 SDRAM (1 Slot)
* 250GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
* 65W (19.5V x 3.34A) 100-240V AC Adapter
* 3-cell 24Wh 11.1v 2420mAh Lithium Ion battery
* Dimensions (WxDxH): 11.5" x 8.43" x 0.92-1.02"
* Weight: 3.05lbs
* 1-year limited warranty
* Price when purchased: $399 (Currently $449)

The upside includes the X4500 graphics with HDMI out, a perfect netbook screen, and a comfortable keyboard. However the unit is cursed by what Notebook Review called as the worst ever touchpad. In addition, it has a small stock battery and weak CPU performance.

Not surprisingly, the review changed the mind of Notebook Review editors who were considering purchasing the Inspiron 11z, based on initial specs. Now they are waiting for the next machine.

You can read the full review here.