Dell XPS 18 Series

Overview

The Dell XPS 18 is taking a stab by mixing all-in-one desktop computing with around-the-house portability for tablet-like use. The XPS 18 features an 18.4-inch Full HD touch screen. It also packs a dual-core Intel Pentium 2117U CPU, 4GB of RAM and a 320GB HDD paired with a 32GB mSATA SSD, two USB 3.0 ports, a single USB 2.0 port, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 720p front-facing camera, and a multi-memory card reader.

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 24 expert reviews

Excellent:

6
Good:

15
Average:

2
Bad:

1

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Last revision on January 26, 2016

Reviewers Liked

Combines an all-in-one PC with a lightweight 18-inch tablet
Extremely thin for an all-in-one
Great audio
Long battery life
Great for multiplayer games

Reviewers Didn't Like

Expensive for a relatively small screen
Grainy webcam
Reflective display
Mediocre external keyboard

Expert reviews and ratings

If you recall from our first Dell XPS 18 review in the August 2013 issue, we were surprised by how much we liked the 18-inch AIO/tablet hybrid. As much as we enthused, however, there were a few issues that kept us from recommending it outright. Haswell...

By Maximum PC on April 23, 2015

Convergence is always a challenge, but the "Haswell" and SSD-equipped flagship version of the Dell XPS 18 boasts the right size and design to function ably as both a small desktop and large tablet. Read...

By Computer Shopper on October 17, 2014

A lot like a big tablet with a docking station, the latest iteration of the Dell XPS 18 is thin, easy to tote around the house, and delivers 5+-hour battery life. That's more than enough to call this portable all-in-one desktop best in...

By PC Mag on October 14, 2014

In its attempt to bring together the best of mobile devices and traditional desktops the XPS 18 All-In-One leaves its...

By Kitguru.net on December 30, 2013

Bottom line: It's a bit absurd as a tablet but it makes a really nice computer for all the family to use. Think of it like a laptop and it actually starts to make more...

By tech.uk.msn.com on December 27, 2013

This all-in-one PC looks great, packs in a lot of power and it even has a battery, so you can use it wherever you...

By Expert Reviews on November 01, 2013

PC sales have been on a steady decline due to the shift of consumer focus to portable gadgets. How should desktops change to follow the trend? By becoming more portable?The Dell XPS 18 All-in-one (AIO) computer embraces the movable desktop idea. I had a...

By tekgadg.com on August 12, 2013

The Dell XPS 18 is more fun, more powerful and more lightweight (and more expensive) than the competing Sony Vaio Tap 20. It offers good handling and enough computing power to handle any task except serious gaming. All it's missing is a more connectivity...

By DigitalVersus on July 12, 2013

Sony got there first with the Tap 20 , but Dell's XPS 18 is a welcome addition to this interesting new category of semi-portable mega- tablets . See Group test: what's the best all-in-one PC? The XPS 18 all-in-one PC is a little smaller than the Tap 20,...

By PC Advisor on July 02, 2013

As always we begin our conclusion with some thoughts on the build quality of the product at hand and overall the XPS 18 is an impressive device. It feels very solid in the hand and the finish across both the front and back is flawless. The screen has...

By HardwareHeaven on June 29, 2013

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