Dell Inspiron E1705 PC Notebook Review
Notebook Review has reviewed Dell Inspiron E1705 PC Notebook. The Inspiron e1705, Dell's "e for entertainment" desktop replacement notebook computer featuring Intel's Yonah dual core processor, has been available for several months, and is essentially identical to another Dell model, the Inspiron 9400, which is available on the Dell business website. The e1705 under review here is large and powerful, and though available through the business site in its 9400 incarnation, has a decidedly non-business feel.
The built-in sound is actually pretty good for a notebook. This was never a primary concern, but I'm glad to be able to listen comfortably to music or the radio while I work, or watch a DVD without having to use headphones or external speakers.With no power savings features enabled, the 6-cell battery ran for one hour and 57 minutes before I received a warning that only 10% of the battery's full charge remained. I didn't expect much more than this with the small battery. Unless some unanticipated occasion to rely on the battery arrives, I probably won't bother trying to squeeze out more time.
The e1705 is better than expected and quite a bargain for a powerful desktop replacement notebook. After two weeks of regular use and testing, I'm comfortable with this notebook as my primary computer. The e1705 is the best performing computer I've ever used, thanks to the Yonah T2500 CPU. The 1440x900 resolution works well for me, and despite the very minor backlighting issue mentioned above, the screen is nice and comfortable. What I want more than anything from a computer is comfortable usability, which boils down to input devices, display and performance. On all three counts, the e1705, as configured, easily meets my needs.
Rating:9/10
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