The latest 2017 Dell Inspiron 3000 series 15.6-inch comes with a decent Intel i3-7100u processor that is backed by 8GB of RAM, that ensures plenty of room for multitasking capabilities. Furthermore, users liked its screen size and its touchscreen too, finding it to be responsive and pleasant to use overall. While it does have plenty of storage space, the older 5400RPM hard drive will make load times and boot times feel slightly sluggish overall. The screen is only 720p, as opposed to 1080p. Some also noted that the touchpad felt a bit cheap. The Dell Inspiron 3000 series 15.6-inch laptop has a commendable performance overall, but you can expect the HDD to make the system to feel slightly sluggish from time to time.
Pros
- Intel i3-7100u processor
- 8GB of RAM
- 1TB of Storage
- Responsive touchscreen
Cons
- 5400RPM HDD
- 720p display
- Touchpad feels cheap
Bottom Line
If you are looking for a multimedia machine or a laptop for everyday use, the 2017 Dell Inspiron should not be overlooked.
- Weight: 5.2 lbs
- Processor: Intel Core i3-7100U 2.4GHz
- Display Size: 15.6 inch
- RAM: 6GB DDR4
- Operating System: Windows 10 Home
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620
Score Summary
Critic Reviews
- LaptopMag July 25, 2017
The Dell Inspiron 15 3000's solid construction and good battery life are overshadowed by its slow performance, dim display and uncomfortable keyboard.
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Specifications
| Processor | Intel Core i3-7100U 2.4GHz [View Benchmarks] |
|---|---|
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 620 [View Benchmarks] |
| Graphics Type | Integrated |
| Graphics Memory | Shared |
| RAM | 6GB DDR4 |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows Windows 10 Home |
| Weight | 5.2 lbs |
| Battery Life | 6.75 hours |
| Hard Drive 1 | 1000 HDD |
| Display Size | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| Display Technology | Touchscreen |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | HDMI | 1 x USB 2.0 | 2 x USB 3.0 |
| Webcam | HD |
| Additional Features | Multi-Touch Trackpad with Integrated Buttons, Media Card Reader |
| Dimension (LxWxH) | 14.9 x 10.2 x 0.9 |
| Warranty | 1 year |