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The editors liked
Intel Core i5 CPU
Two USB 3
0 ports
Full feature set
Attractive design
Nice keyboard and touchpad
Reasonably good performance
Loaded with good hardware
Fine performance
Includes two USB 3
WiMAX support
Intel Core i3-2310M processor
Blu-ray drive
Features like USB 3
0
WiDi 2
And Bluetooth
The 2011 Dell Inspiron 15R starts at just $499
And includes modern features such as second-gen Intel Core i-series processors
USB 3.0 ports
And an HD Webcam
Along with optional swappable lids
Exchangeable display lid
Many different designs
Good workmanship
Good speakers
Adequate office and multimedia performance
Good battery runtimes
The editors didn't like
Awkward port placement
Stiff mouse buttons
Limited gaming capability
No 1080p display option
No backlit keyboard option
Durability is only adequate
Other similarly priced laptops are more powerful
Some bloatware preinstalled
Average screen doesn't take advantage of Blu-ray drive
Bloatware
Mouse buttons are stiff
Glossy finish smudges easily
The Inspiron 15R's bulky body is heavy
And its battery life is a big letdown. Adding optional extras makes it nearly as expensive as a laptop from Dell's premium XPS line
Creaky build quality, glossy screen, custom lids come off too easily
The Dell Inspiron 15R N5110 is a cheap laptop with good speed and it includes nice features such as HDMI and USB 3.0. It also has a customisable lid so that you can install a design of your choice. However, its build quality is a little creaky, and its sc...
Average keyboard, Glossy screen, Cheaper alternatives
With the 15R, Dell has put together a versatile 15.6in budget to midrange laptop that doesn't compromise on connectivity. Relatively minor weaknesses with its keyboard aside, it holds up well overall, with the interchangeable lids being a great way to cha...
Audio: good quality out, Good CPU performance, Full connectivity, Nice finish
Panel with very low contrast (168:1) and inaccurate colours, Low gaming capacity
While the Inspiron 15R (N5110) doesn't do all that well in gaming, its CPU is effective in terms of everyday usage. It can also perform well with applications that have higher processing demands (3D modelling, 1080p video encoding and so on). Its conne...
Battery life isn't great, Not the classiest design
The Dell Inspiron 15R's battery life isn't great, and its design is unlikely to set your heart aflame. But we were really impressed by the performance of this 15.6-inch laptop, given its price....
Even so, for a mid-range notebook which is priced just below the R10 000 mark, the N5110 generally impressed. As an all purpose notebook, with a sharp screen, some added software features and a full keyboard, it offered an above average experience. Bet...
