The best Dell laptops 2019

In 2019, Dell is one of the most successful PC manufacturers on the planet, and it’s not hard to see why – the best dell laptops aren’t just high quality, but they’re built to last.

The best Dell laptops come in two main lines for general work and home use. The mid-range Inspiron range is available with a wide range of specifications and includes some amazing budget laptops, while the XPS lineup are some of the best laptops and ultrabooks today, with quick performance and powerful graphics – all within a chassis that’s light and stylish enough to make Apple weep. Just take a look at the latest Dell XPS 13 and you’ll know exactly what we’re talking about.

However, if you’re looking for the best Dell laptop for gaming, Dell’s Alienware is leading the gaming laptop charge in 2019 with devices like the Alienware Area 51m. These are some of the best gaming laptops around if you need all the power you can get for silky smooth frame rates. They even look the part – with backlit keyboards and customizable lighting profiles.

No matter what your budget looks like, if you’re in the market for a notebook, you’re going to want to check out the best Dell laptops 2019 has to offer.

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The Dell XPS 13 has been one of our favorite Dell laptops for a few years now, with one of our chief complaints being the webcam that looks up your nose. Luckily, the Dell XPS 13 2019 changes our only major problem with the laptop, and now it’s easily one of the best laptops on the market right now.

Beyond the new webcam and a new Frost color option, though, not much has changed this time around. There are new Intel Whiskey Lake processors, but they’re not that much faster than the Kaby Lake Refresh chips in last year’s model. It’s still faster, though.

If you’re looking for a premium Ultrabook that doesn’t make any compromises, the Dell XPS 13 2019 is definitely one of the best Dell laptops around today.

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Dell XPS 15 2-in-1

The Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 cuts no corners, delivering serious power within a thin, light package that flits easily between laptop and tablet configurations. It's a truly stunning device, and although it doesn't have the XPS 13's discrete graphics card, it still has ample grunt for gaming.

The XPS 15 2-in-1 weighs a shade under 2kg and is just 16mm thick, making it easy to hold, carry and use on the move. Despite those sleek lines, it also offers an impressive array of ports: two Thunderbolt 3 and two USB-C, plus a headphone jack and MicroSD card reader.

The XPS 15 2-in-1 has come down in price considerably since launch, and is amazingly well priced considering the specification. Easily one of the best Dell laptops you can buy.

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Dell Inspiron 13 7000 2-in-1

The Dell Inspiron 13 7000 2-in-1 strikes a comfortable balance of power and price. Even its starting specification will prove ample for most everyday use, and it's surprisingly affordable.

As part of Dell's mid-range Inspiron line, this convertible is designed with practicality in mind. It weighs a mere 1.45kg, and is just 15.5mm at its thickest point, making it one of the slimmest laptops of its type. Its hinge is robust - as you'd expect from Dell - and its screen is particularly impressive,

The battery life is a little on the low side, and it's a pity the Dell Active Pen is sold separately, but this is still a great convertible for the price.

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Dell Alienware 17 R5

The Dell Alienware 17 R5 is a mighty gaming laptop in more ways than one. Not only is it incredibly powerful, equipped with an Intel Core i9 processor and overclocked GTX 1080 GPU, it tips the scales at 4.4kg.

This certainly isn't a laptop you'll be tossing into a work bag, but for serious gaming you'll be hard pressed to find a better machine. It's a sound investment, too - that top-end processor ensures it'll serve you well for several years, running the latest AAA titles with ease.

It's certainly at the higher end of the price scale, but factor in the trademark Dell build quality and it's definitely worth the outlay.

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The Dell Alienware 15 R3 is the Alienware 17 R5's little brother, cramming similar punch into a more compact package. Its 15-inch display is still large enough to show off games at their best, but its slightly more modest size specs make it a more affordable alternative if you don't need that much sheer horsepower.

The Alienware 15 R3 is still a weighty laptop - just a fraction lighter than its larger sibling at 3.5kg, not including its power brick - but it looks stunning, with coloured LEDs beneath practically every surface. Its gaming performance is brilliant, and it's VR-ready if you fancy getting immersive.

Dell will be launching a new version of the Alienware 15 before too long, so if you're not quite ready to invest now, keep an eye out for the update soon.

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