Dell Vostro 1540 (N0015418) Specifications, Reviews and Shopping

Dell Vostro 1540 N0015418 Review posted on 2012-02-11
15.6 inch Business Notebook
The Dell Vostro 1540 is an average office laptop for users without big demands. The case's design is unexciting and the feel isn't high-end. The scope of interfaces, the communication options and the matt 15.6 inch screen are acceptable, but nothing special. The hardware configuration isn't cutting edge with an Intel Core i3-370M, but the processor's performance can keep up with the Intel Core i3-2310M. However, the graphics and multimedia performance comes too short. The biggest drawback is likely the CPU's comparatively poor performance and the short battery life.
Rating: 4

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Dell Vostro 1540 (N0015418) Specifications, Reviews and Shopping

Screen: 15.6 inch Glossy LCD (LED-lit) (1366x768 px)
OS: 64-bit Windows 7 Home Premium
Processor: 2.00 Intel Celeron Dual Core P4600 (dual core)
Memory: 3 DDR3 GB
Storage: 500 GB
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£319
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Dell Vostro 1540 N0015418 Specifications

System

Category:	Business
Released:	January 2012
RRP:	£319
Display:	15.6 inch Glossy LCD (LED-lit) (1366x768 px / 16:9)
Processor:	2.00 GHz Intel Celeron Dual Core P4600 (2 cores)
Memory:	3 GB DDR3
OS:	64-bit Windows 7 Home Premium
Warranty:	1 Year Collect-and-Return

Multimedia

Webcam:
Microphone:
TV Tuner:

Input Devices

Pointing Device:	Multi-Touch Touchpad
Numeric Keypad:
Fingerprint Reader:

Connectivity

Express Card Slot:	None
Memory Card Reader:
USB 3.0:	0
USB 2.0:	3
IEEE 1394 (FireWire):
eSATA:	0
Microphone In:
Line Out:	Stereo
VGA:
DVI:
HDMI:
DisplayPort:

Dimensions & Weight

Height/Thickness (Average):	33 mm
Width:	376 mm
Depth:	260 mm
Volume:	3.2 l
Weight:	2.4 kg
Color:	Black

Graphics

GPU:	Intel GMA HD
Memory:	Shared
Type:	Integrated
3DMark06 Score:	1756

Storage

Type:	HDD 5400 rpm
Capacity:	500 GB
Optical Drive:	DVD RW

Communications

Ethernet (LAN):	10/100/1000
Wi-Fi (WLAN):	B/G/N
Mobile Broadband (WWAN):
Modem (Dial-Up):
Bluetooth:	3.0
GPS:

Power

A.C. Power Adapter:	65 W
Battery Capacity:	48 WHr
Battery Size:	6-Cell
Battery Life:	3 hours

Dell Vostro 1540 N0015418 Reviews

The Dell Vostro 1540 is an average office laptop for users without big demands. The case's design is unexciting and the feel isn't high-end. The scope of interfaces, the communication options and the matt 15.6 inch screen are acceptable, but nothing special. The hardware configuration isn't cutting edge with an Intel Core i3-370M, but the processor's performance can keep up with the Intel Core i3-2310M. However, the graphics and multimedia performance comes too short. The biggest drawback is likely the CPU's comparatively poor performance and the short battery life.
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The Vostro 1540 is slightly flimsy and slightly underpowered, but its fine ergonomics and unfussy components mean that it's got enough oomph to get the job done. Couple that with the fantastic price, just £319 ex VAT, and you've got a laptop that could tempt budget-conscious businesses - as long as you can cope with its faults.
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