We’ ve found the best deals on Dell laptops for May 2017 across Inspiron, XPS and Alienware.
We’re all aware that Dell makes some of the best laptops around, but did you know they could be cheap, too? Well, as long as you know where to search, there are plenty of Dell laptop deals floating around the web.
However, there are several types of laptops to choose from when browsing around for a new Dell. This Inspiron line ranges from entry- to mid-range computers, while the XPS is all about delivering high-end power in the most portable form factor.
Then, there’s Alienware, a Dell company that focuses on gaming laptops – those with discrete graphics chips and usually backlit keyboards to boot. For that reason, it can be tough to figure out all the best Dell laptop deals in each of these categories and product lines.
That’s why we’ ve decided to take care of the dirty work for you, cataloging all of the best Dell laptop deals onto a single page. Just remember that these deals are available as of last writing, so note the article’s time stamp.
As does any other laptop maker with its leading product, Dell actually runs deals on its XPS 13 rather frequently… just not as big of ones or as often as, say, its mid-range Inspiron lineup. Being Dell’s most wanted laptop, it makes sense.
With up to a 13.3-inch, 3K IPS touchscreen inside an 11-inch aluminum frame, Intel’s latest Core i processors as well as Thunderbolt 3 and an SD card slot, the XPS 13 is ready for all sorts of users for work and play.
The XPS 15 is, frankly, a bigger XPS 13. However, that extra space inside the 14-inch frame (fitting a 15.6-inch version of that beautiful screen) allows for Nvidia’s GTX 960M mobile graphics chip.
All else equal, this makes the XPS 15 even more suitable for professionals and players alike, though considerably less mobile. And, of course, a bigger screen asks for a bigger price tag.
Dell’s best Windows-based answer to the Chromebook army is the Inspiron 11. A tiny bit of power to accommodate such a tiny price, this laptop is ideal for students of basically all ages, but not for those in computing intense fields (i.e. animation, media editing, etc) , and anyone seeking a cheap way to get online.
Since this is nearly the least expensive laptop money can buy, deals on these are sparse.
This is one of Dell’s most entry-level laptops, but has recently managed to make it feel anything but. With expandable storage and an HD webcam, you’ re looking at a solid college companion for the liberal arts student or a fine laptop for mom and dad now that you’ ve left the nest.
It won’ t do much of any gaming, but its processor should stream Netflix at 720p just fine. As a family photo repository and keeping in touch with the kids – or heck, write that thesis – device, the Inspiron 14 is a fine Chromebook challenger.
For whatever reason, we’ ve been told by Dell and other computer makers that you folks really dig gigantic laptops with legacy features. Hence, the Inspiron 15 5000 is among Dell’s most popular, so much so that two great deals are currently available for the device that clings onto what Apple has long abandoned: SD cards and DVDs.
Of course, don’t go expecting MacBook-like levels of performance here – not even close. But, if you still have a dear DVD collection, this may be the 15-inch laptop for you.
Perhaps you want a smaller, lighter and more versatile experience – like we would. In that case, this version of the Inspiron might be your bag.
It’s slick, lightweight and offers several ways to use it – just like the XPS 13 2-in-1. Well, save for the insanely powerful hardware and beautiful screen. Though, for most folks, what’s inside this hybrid laptop is just fine.
For those seeking a gaming laptop without dipping into their life savings, the Dell Inspiron 15 Gaming might be your bag. It’s essentially a souped-up version of the standard 15-incher with far stronger graphics.
Of course, don’t go expecting Alienware 15-level performance here. But, what this Inspiron offers should be enough for smooth 1080p gaming at moderate settings. So, no wonder why folks are interested in saving even more on it.
Dell’s Alienware brand of gaming laptops looks better than ever these days, though sadly it seems to be pricier than ever as well. For instance, the starting Alienware 13 model comes with an HD screen at 1,366 x 768 resolution.
Luckily the component options quickly ramp up from there, but of course so does the pricing. With an absolutely beautiful OLED display on the table, we’ll take whatever deal we can get.
Those seeking the newest Nvidia graphics behind screens fine-tuned for gaming are well-served by Dell’s Alienware brand. Notoriously expensive, any deal you can get on Alienware hardware is worth consideration if you want a gaming laptop not just with powerful components but strong style and support.
The Alienware 15 simply expands upon Dell’s fresh new design, bringing with it access to Nvidia’s mid-tier GTX 1070 mobile graphics for even better power. This model also comes starting with an FHD (1,920 x 1,080) screen – phew!
