
It's powered by a second-generation Intel Core i5 dual-core processor, which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. Additionally, this Inspiron laptop includes award-winning Intel Wireless Display functionality, which enables you to enjoying great image clarity and sound on your HDTV without plugging in any cables.
This Dell laptop features two speedy USB 3.0 ports--the latest development in USB data transfer technology. Perfect for transferring and retrieving large files between your PC and an external hard drive or digital camera, USB 3.0 offers the speediest, most efficient way get what you need from external devices. (It also comes with a standard USB 2.0 port and a combo USB 2.0/eSATA port, plus USB 3.0 is backward compatible.)
The second-generation Intel Core i5 mobile processors deliver top-of-the-line adaptable speed and responsiveness making it your ideal choice for visibly smart performance. Intel's Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--providing more performance when you need it the most. And Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking. It also comes equipped with Intel Quick Sync Video, which provides accelerated encoding, decoding, and transcoding features (for converting video for portable players or online sharing).
Key Specifications
- 15.6-inch LED-backlit display with 1366 x 768 resolution for native HD 720p viewing
- 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5-2450M dual-core processor (3.1 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology; 3 MB L3 cache)
- 500 GB SATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
- 6 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (1333 MHz; 8 GB maximum)
- Intel HD Graphics 3000 for casual and mainstream gaming (supports Microsoft DirectX 10).
- 8x multi-format CD/DVD drive
- 1-megapixel HD webcam (1280 x 720)
- Built-in stereo speakers with 4 watts of power (2W x 2) and SRS Premium Sound enhancement
- 6-cell battery
- Chiclet-style keyboard
- Touchpad with integrated scrolling and gestures
- Dimensions and Weight: 14.8 x 10.2 x 1.39 inches (WxDxH); 5.8 pounds