Latest news with #Dell16Plus
CNET
6 days ago
- CNET
Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 Review: The Mini-LED Display Shines but There's Little Else to Get Excited About
CNET's expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. 7.3 / 10 SCORE Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 $1,450 at Dell Pros Bright, striking mini-LED display Strong productivity performance Sturdy chassis Cons Poor battery life Subpar speakers Mushy keyboard Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 7.3/10 CNET Score $1,450 at Dell At the beginning of 2025, Dell introduced a sweeping rebrand to its laptop product stack in an attempt to simplify its offerings. One of the results of the rebrand was the midrange Dell Inspiron 16 Plus getting renamed simply as the Dell 16 Plus, positioned beneath the high-end Premium models but above Dell's entry-level "base" machines. In the case of the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 convertible, the rebrand isn't purely superficial. It comes with some changes to the Inspiron design, many of which are improvements, although there are a handful of steps in the wrong direction. The addition of a full-size number pad is an excellent use of the real estate afforded in a 16-inch laptop, for example, but it means the speakers have been inverted to fire downward, negatively affecting sound quality. On the plus side, the weight and thickness are reduced, but the Dell 16 Plus is still heavy for its size. And while it includes a vibrant mini-LED display, you pay a penalty in battery life for it. The overall result is a machine that feels in many ways like a reboot, with some clever design choices alongside several that need at least another generation of refinement. Given its price and some of its limitations, it doesn't measure up to similar midrange options like the Lenovo Yoga 7 14 Gen 9, our top pick for the best two-in-one laptop. The higher-end HP Spectre x360 16 remains our favorite big-screen two-in-one and is regularly on sale. Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) Price as reviewed $1,549 Display size/resolution 16-inch 2,560x1,600 90Hz mini-LED touchscreen CPU Intel Core Ultra 7 258V Memory 32GB LPDDR5X Graphics Intel Arc 140V Storage 1TB SSD Ports Thunderbolt 4, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1, combo audio Networking WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 Operating system Windows 11 Home Weight 4.4 lbs (2 kg) What's in a name? Gone are the days of the XPS, Inspiron, Latitude and other familiar Dell PC names. The company's new lineup is divided into its consumer-oriented Dell brand, Dell Pro for professionals and Dell Pro Max, which offers high-end, workstation-style machines. Inside each brand are the aforementioned base, Plus and Premium tiers, putting the Dell 16 Plus in the middle tier of the home consumer Dell brand, with this model priced at $1,450 (although it's frequently available for $1,250). The Dell 16 Plus comes in a handful of configurations, most of which are fairly modular. The review unit I tested was built around Intel's Core Ultra 7 258V Lunar Lake chip, although three other options are available, with a Core Ultra 5 at the low end and a Core Ultra 9 as the priciest option. The choice to include a Lunar Lake chip in a 16-inch convertible rather than a higher-performance Arrow Lake model may seem a little strange until you consider the struggling battery life. Even with the more energy-efficient Lunar Lake option, the Dell 16 Plus performed woefully in our battery rundown test, which may have contributed to Dell's choice to select Lunar Lake silicon. Our machine came with 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a 1TB SSD, although lower-cost configurations with half of each are available. There are also two display options, the excellent 2,560x1,600 mini-LED provided in my model or a 1,920x1,200 IPS. While I didn't get the chance to test an IPS model, that display tech at that resolution on a 16-inch display sounds like a recipe for fuzzy, grainy text, images and graphics. The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 starts at £999 in the UK and AU$1,498 in Australia. Alan Bradley/CNET Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 performance The Dell 16 Plus performed well in productivity testing, particularly on single-core benchmarks. CPU benchmarks in Geekbench 6 followed the trends I've seen from other Lunar Lake models: stronger single-core performance than multi-core performance because of the lack of Hyper-Threading. On my anecdotal tests, it felt snappy enough for basic Windows tasks, including multitasking with a variety of open apps and windows being juggled. That said, it's not a laptop built for graphics processing, like high-end gaming, 3D modeling or video editing. While the integrated Arc 140V graphics made a solid showing for a machine that lacks a discrete GPU, don't expect reasonable frame rates in demanding triple-A games. I ran benchmarks in Assassin's Creed: Shadows and Black Myth: Wukong, and even on low settings, the Dell 16 Plus struggled to hit 25 frames per second, often dipping significantly lower. If you're looking to play some less demanding strategy titles or just want to load up Fortnite and don't need it to look obscenely sharp, the Dell 16 Plus is a fine, casual option. Just don't expect a visual showcase befitting that large, pretty 16-inch mini-LED panel. The real disappointment is the battery life. The Dell 16 Plus lasted just less than 9 hours on our battery rundown test. While not abysmal, it fell well short of other laptops in this class, unsurprising given the combination of the relatively small 64-watt-hour battery and high-res, mini-LED display. Given how dramatically heavier use would shrink that run time, you're not likely to get a full day's use out of the Dell 16 Plus without having to top it off at some point. A mixed bag of features and design The overall aesthetic of the Dell 16 Plus is about as understated and unobtrusive as it gets. It comes in Ice Blue, which is nearly indistinguishable from silver, and Midnight Blue, which may as well be black. Outside of the centered Dell logo on the lid, the laptop is almost entirely free of visual flourishes. Alan Bradley/CNET For a 16-inch two-in-one convertible, it's fairly heavy, coming in at 4.5 pounds. Hardly a brick but it's heavier than other 16-inch two-in-ones, including the 4.3-pound HP Spectre x360 16 and the 4.4-pound Lenovo Yoga 7 16 Gen 9. Still, it's lighter than last year's 4.9-pound Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 and the 16-inch MacBook Pro, which weighs 4.7 pounds. Despite the weight, it's fairly slim, at a nearly uniform 0.7 inches, although that too is very slightly thicker than much of the competition. The keyboard is a perfect example of the mixed execution that defines so much of the Dell 16 Plus. On one hand, it makes good use of the space of a 16-inch model by providing a full-size number pad, a very welcome feature for many. On the other hand, it feels in some ways like a throwback to the bad old days of chiclet keyboards. Feedback is minimal with mushy keys and very little travel. The spacebar is the worst offender and frequently failed to register my inputs when typing at full speed. Alan Bradley/CNET Unfortunately, widening out the keyboard compared to its Inspiron predecessors meant moving the speakers to be down-firing. The resulting sound is a bit hollow and muffled, as though audio was being broadcast from inside a cardboard box. While the volume range is strong, at higher volumes, that boxed-in phenomenon becomes even more pronounced, especially when streaming movies or TV. The massive lower section where the trackpad is positioned also hinders the overall feel. It feels as though you're reaching across a significant gulf to type, and the trackpad itself is also something of a disappointment. It lacks haptics, and the surface feels a bit grainy to the touch. Alan Bradley/CNET The mini-LED display shines and is a welcome surprise on this midrange Plus model and not exclusive to Dell's Premium tier. While it lacks the perfect blacks and infinite contrast ratio of OLED, as well as some of the high-level color accuracy and saturation, it's nonetheless a lovely touch panel and a big improvement over traditional LED/IPS alternatives. It's very responsive and really shines in tablet mode, with the keyboard folded beneath it, leading me to wish the keyboard were fully detachable. Unlike OLED, the mini-LED display is backlit, contributing to one of its main strengths: brightness. Clocking in at 467 nits in my testing, it's a great choice for outdoor or bright indoor workspaces. The built-in full-HD webcam is serviceable although it struggled slightly in brighter lighting. The Dell 16 Plus features only the biometric basics. The power button has a fingerprint sensor but the webcam does not have an IR sensor for facial recognition. Alan Bradley/CNET The port selection is somewhat limited but also covers the basics. There's a single Thunderbolt 4 port (down from two on the previous Inspiron), a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, a USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 port, HDMI 2.1 and an audio jack. No SD card reader or Kensington Security Slot is available on any of the Dell 16 Plus configurations. Is the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 worth buying? If you consider Dell's rebrand a fresh starting point, there's plenty of room to be optimistic about the current direction its mid-tier two-in-ones, including the Dell 16 Plus, are taking. However, optimism about potential future iterations doesn't mean the current generation is a good value proposition. While there are a number of things to recommend the Dell 16 Plus, its hindrances, like the subpar battery life, unfortunate keyboard design and underwhelming speakers, mean it slips below the level of some of its competition. In a crowded field, the Dell 16 Plus fails to stand out, and it's not priced in a way that would justify looking the other way, where many of its faults are concerned. Hide our expert take Photo Gallery 1/1 How we test computers Photo Gallery 1/1 The review process for laptops, desktops, tablets and other computerlike devices consists of two parts: performance testing under controlled conditions in the CNET Labs and extensive hands-on use by our expert reviewers. This includes evaluating a device's aesthetics, ergonomics and features. A final review verdict is a combination of objective and subjective judgments. The list of benchmarking software we use changes over time as the devices we test evolve. The most important core tests we're currently running on every compatible computer include Primate Labs Geekbench 6, Cinebench R23, PCMark 10 and 3DMark Fire Strike Ultra. A more detailed description of each benchmark and how we use it can be found on our How We Test Computers page. Hide our expert take Geekbench 6 CPU (multi-core) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-73) 15867 Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 12388 Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) 11080 Acer Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) 10993 HP Envy x360 16 10941 Lenovo Yoga 7 16 Gen 9 9507 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16 8939 Note: Longer bars indicate better performance Geekbench 6 CPU (single-core) Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) 2760 Acer Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) 2716 Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-73) 2697 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16 2587 HP Envy x360 16 2510 Lenovo Yoga 7 16 Gen 9 2378 Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 2258 Note: Longer bars indicate better performance Cinebench 2024 CPU (multi-core) Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 883 Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-73) 815 HP Envy x360 16 748 Acer Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) 533 Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) 491 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16 426 Note: Longer bars indicate better performance Cinebench 2024 CPU (single-core) Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-73) 124 Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) 122 Acer Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) 121 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16 108 Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 103 HP Envy x360 16 100 Note: Longer bars indicate better performance PCMark 10 Pro Edition Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-73) 7263 Acer Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) 6855 Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 6829 Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) 6805 HP Envy x360 16 6671 Lenovo Yoga 7 16 Gen 9 6618 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16 6067 Note: Longer bars indicate better performance 3DMark Time Spy Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 8237 Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-73) 4559 Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) 4190 Acer Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) 4179 HP Envy x360 16 2828 Lenovo Yoga 7 16 Gen 9 2573 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16 1770 Note: Longer bars indicate better performance Online streaming battery drain test Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16 15:34 Acer Swift 16 AI (SF16-51T) 12:20 Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 11:11 HP Envy x360 16 11:11 Lenovo Yoga 7 16 Gen 9 10:57 Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 (DB06250) 8:58 Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16-73) 7:41 Note: Longer bars indicate better performance
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Best Laptop Deal of the Day: Grab Up to $500 Off a Big-Screen Dell 16 Plus
PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Oh boy, a weekend triple feature? That's right! This landing page offers not one, but three Dell 16 Plus laptops: two with the same specs but with the inclusion of additional software, and one with souped-up specs. These come enhanced with helpful AI features like Cocreator, text and image generation, and a dedicated Copilot key that keeps the Copilot app at hand to answer questions, compose text, and more. We'll be taking a closer look at the leftmost configuration, which will do a serviceable job of day-to-day computing and standard office work like email and document drafting. The 16-inch display has a crisp 2K resolution, perfect for viewing content and mitigating the need for a . The Dell 16 Plus DB16250 line comes packed with everything you need for day-to-day computing, including a zippy Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and enough RAM to multitask multiple browser tabs and applications. Weighing in at 4.12 pounds, this big-screen laptop won't break any backs if brought along on a work trip or commuted to class. While not as powerful as the , one of PCMag's top picks for laptops for video editing, dedicated allow for casual gaming and will boost creative tasks like photo and video editing. They also play well with the 2K display, providing beautiful visuals no matter the task. You can save $450 on this configuration now, or go big and get the configuration with the more powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU and 32GB of RAM. You can't go wrong either way if you want to pick up an affordable, capable laptop that will handle any task with aplomb. Don't forget to check out yesterday's Dell 16 Plus Intel Ultra 7 1TB SSD 16GB RAM 2.5K Laptop for $699.99 (List Price $1,149.99) Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 Intel Ultra 9 512GB 2.5K Laptop for $799.99 (List Price $1,099.99) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Ryzen 7 1TB SSD 16GB RAM 16" Touch Laptop for $979.99 (List Price $1,739.00) HP OmniBook X Flip Intel Ultra 7 Arc 512GB 16" 3K OLED 2-in-1 Laptop for $899.99 (List Price $1,299.99) Alienware 16 Area-51 Intel Ultra 9 RTX 5070 Ti 2TB 240Hz Laptop for $2,849.99 (List Price $3,099.99)
Digital Trends
29-05-2025
- Business
- Digital Trends
The Dell 16 Plus Copilot+ laptop is on sale — $450 off!
Everyone needs to have a dependable laptop these days, whether you're a professional, a business owner, or a student. The good ones usually cost a lot, which is why it's important to be on the lookout for laptop deals like this one: the Dell 16 Plus with a $450 discount from Dell itself. From $1,150 originally, it's down to only $700, which is an excellent price for this device. You need to hurry with your purchase though, as you may miss out on the savings if you delay your decision to tomorrow. Why you should buy the Dell 16 Plus laptop The Dell 16 Plus is a laptop that will prove itself as a reliable companion. It has an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor, Intel Arc Graphics, and 16GB of RAM, which our guide on how much RAM do you need says is on the level of top-tier machines. The laptop also features a bright and colorful 16-inch screen with 2.5K resolution, a 1080p camera with dual-array microphones for taking video calls, and Windows 11 Home pre-installed in a 1TB SSD that will provide plenty of storage space for all of your important apps and files. Further nudging the Dell 16 Plus into the territory of the best laptops is the fact that it's a Copilot+ PC, which means it's designed to maximize the capabilities of Microsoft's Copilot. The powerful AI assistant will be able to summarize and analyze your documents and spreadsheets, create presentations, and generate text and images, among its many other uses. The next laptop that you buy should be able to keep up with all of your daily tasks, and you'll certainly enjoy this benefit if you go for the Dell 16 Plus. It's a tempting purchase right now because the device is on sale from Dell at $450 off, which lowers its price to just $700 from $1,150. If you want to make this upgrade, you're going to have to act fast because it may return to its regular price sooner than you expect. Complete your transaction for the Dell 16 Plus laptop right now to secure the savings!
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Dell launches AI-powered Dell 14 Plus, Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus, and Dell 16 Plus, lineup in India
Dell has launched its new AI-powered Plus portfolio in India, featuring three Intel-powered laptops designed to deliver enhanced performance with integrated Copilot+ capabilities. The new lineup includes the Dell 14 Plus , Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus , and Dell 16 Plus , all powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors. Prices start at Rs 96,899 for the Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus, Rs 1,08,499 for the Dell 16 Plus, and Rs 1,15,799 for the Dell 14 Plus. "Dell Technologies is at the forefront of transforming personal computing in the age of AI," said Raj Kumar Rishi, Vice President and Managing Director, Consumer and Small Business, Dell Technologies India. "Our innovative portfolio is built to address real-world user needs, offering seamless performance from everyday tasks to professional-grade applications." The new devices feature up to 48 TOPS of processing power across CPU, GPU, and NPU components, enabling advanced AI features and multitasking capabilities. The Dell 14 Plus is 11% slimmer than previous models and offers up to 22 hours of battery life, while the Dell 16 Plus provides up to 20 hours of usage on a single charge. All three models incorporate ExpressCharge technology , which powers devices up to 80% in just 60 minutes, and feature a sleek Ice Blue design with tone-on-tone keyboards. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like local network access control Esseps Learn More Undo The Dell Plus portfolio is manufactured using sustainable materials, including recycled aluminum, steel, and ocean-bound plastics. The devices meet EPEAT Gold with Climate+ and ENERGY STAR 8.0 certification standards. The new Dell Plus range is available for purchase at Dell Exclusive Stores, and retail partners including Croma, Reliance Retail, and Vijay Sales, as well as on leading e-commerce platforms. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
India Today
15-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Dell Plus laptops launched in India with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 chip
Earlier this year, Dell announced a major rebranding of its PC line-up. The brand replaced well-known names like Latitude and XPS with the new Dell Plus, Dell Pro, and Dell Pro Max series. Now, the company has announced the launch of new Dell Plus laptops in India, powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors and Intel Arc latest Plus PC line-up includes three models: Dell 14 Plus, Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus, and Dell 16 Plus. Dell says these laptops are designed for users who need reliable performance for daily work, creative tasks, and AI-based Plus laptops: Price and availabilityDell has priced its Plus laptops as follows: – Dell 14 Plus starts at Rs 1,15,799– Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus starts at Rs 96,899– Dell 16 Plus starts at Rs 1,08,499Dell Plus laptops: SpecificationsAll three models in the Dell Plus series are equipped with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors and Intel Arc integrated graphics. These processors come with upgraded CPU, GPU, and NPU (Neural Processing Unit) performance. Dell says that the new chipset is going to be capable of handling multitasking, photo and video editing, and AI-supported features such as Microsoft's Recall and Co-creator without 14 PlusThe Dell 14 Plus model features a QHD+ 16:10 display. The company says it has also made the chassis thinner — 11 per cent thinner — compared to the previous laptop of this class, and that it weighs around 1.55 kgs. The Dell Plus laptops are said to be built for users who want a balance between portability and strong terms of battery, the Dell Plus laptops support up to 22 hours of battery life and come with Dolby Atmos and Waves MaxxAudio Pro sound 14 2-in-1 PlusThe Dell 14 2-in-1 Plus offers a 360-degree hinge design, which allows it to be used in multiple modes – laptop, tablet, tent, or stand. It shares the same processor and AI features as the standard 14 Plus model, which the company says makes it suitable for people who require flexibility, especially for content viewing, note-taking, or 16 PlusThe Dell 16 Plus laptops are aimed at users who need a larger screen and higher performance for tasks such as editing, design, or extended work sessions. It features a 16-inch Full HD+ display with 300 nits brightness and a 180-degree hinge. It supports up to 20 hours of battery highlights that it has incorporated recycled materials into the construction of these laptops, including aluminium, steel, and ocean-bound plastics.
