Dell has introduced a new range of entry level notebooks in Inspiron series – Dell Inspiron 14R. These are 14-inch widescreen HD display notebooks with basic configurations. The best feature of these notebooks are Intel Core i3 and i5 processors that are more faster and energy efficient. The notebook comes with four different colors. There are four different models with price range of Rs. 30,400 to Rs. 37,900. These notebooks are cheaper than the earlier released Dell Inspiron 14 notebook. Dell Inspiron 14R comes with 64-bit Windows 7Home Basic and Premium notebooks. It also comes with 7-in-1 media card reader. There are 3 USB ports and it also comes with HDMI port to connect your notebook with HD TV for watching videos and movies. Also don’t forgot to check out it’s big brother – Dell Inspiron 15R.
Dell Inspiron 14R Models with Price and Specifications:
| Model | T540507IN8 | T540510IN8 | T540508IN8 | T540514IN8 |
| Price | Rs. 30,400 | Rs. 32,900 | Rs. 34,900 | Rs. 37,900 |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i3-330M Processor (2.13Ghz, 4Threads, 3M cache) | Intel® Core™ i3-330M Processor (2.13Ghz, 4Threads, 3M cache) | Intel® Core™ i3-330M Processor (2.13Ghz, 4Threads, 3M cache) | Intel® Core™ i5-430M Processor (2.26Ghz, 4Threads, Turbo Boost up to 2.53 GHz, 3M cache) Specifications – Processor |
| Operating System | Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 64 bit (English) | Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64bit (English) | Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 64 bit (English) | Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64bit (English) |
| Memory | 2GB (1 X 2 GB) 1 DIMM DDR3 1333Mhz | 3GB (1 X 1GB + 1 X 2GB) 2 DIMM DDR3 1333Mhz | 4GB (2 X 2 GB) 2 DIMM DDR3 1333Mhz | 4GB (2 X 2 GB) 2 DIMM DDR3 1333Mhz |
| Hard Drive | 320GB 5400RPM Hard Drive | 320GB 5400RPM Hard Drive | 500GB 5400RPM Hard Drive | 320GB 5400RPM Hard Drive |
Common Configurations:
Chipset: Mobile Intel 5 Series Express Chipset (HM57)
Display: 14.0 Widescreen HD WLED Glossy display with TrueLife™ (1366×768)
Audio and Speakers: 4-Watt (2 x 2W) High Definition Audio 2.0 Stereo Speakers with SRS Premium Sound
Battery: 2.2AHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Battery
Camera: 1.3MP Integrated Webcam with Microphone
Bluetooth: Standard Dell Wireless 365 Bluetooth Internal (2.1+EDR) Mini-Card
Video Card: Intel® HD Graphics
Optical Drive: 12.7″ SATA Tray Load DVD+/-RW
Wireless Network Card: Dell Wireless 1501
Dimensions:
- Width: 13.50″ (343.0mm)
- Height: 1.20″ (30.5mm) front / 1.33″ (33.8 mm) back
- Depth: 9.69″ (246.0mm)
Weight: Starting from 4.96 lbs (2.25 kg)
Security Software: McAfee™ Security Center (Multi-Language) – 30-Day Trial Version
Dell Service: 1 Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty, In Home Service after Remote Diagnosis
Pros:
- Affordable entry level notebook with fast processor
- 64-bit Windows 7 Operating System
- Stylish looks
Cons:
- No provision of graphics card
- Keyboard backlight is missing
- No option of 9-cell battery
Conclusion: I think Dell is doing good at the entry level notebook. The fast processor, good looks at an affordable price tag makes it a good choice.
