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Dell Back-to-School Tech for You and Your Crew

The back-to-school season is upon us, and Dell has plenty of laptop, tablet, and desktop options.

August 28, 2015
The Best Laptops for College Students

Teachers and students might not want to admit it, but back-to-school season is fast approaching. These days, tablets, laptops, and other gadgets are just as important as pencils and paper. If your student needs a tech upgrade, we've got you covered with this list of Dell gear for your new year.

Inspiron 15 7000 Series 2-in-1

Inspiron 15 7000 Series 2-in-1
With its 360-degree rotating hinge, the Inspiron 15 7000 can easily transition from laptop to tablet and even stand mode. Whether you're creating and sharing a presentation or playing games, this PC's 1080p full-HD display, fifth-generation Core i7 processor, and Nvidia graphics with more RAM than you'll ever need will make it happen.—Click here to learn more about this product.

Dell UltraSharp U3415W

UltraSharp U3415
The UltraSharp U3415 is a 34-inch, ultra-wide, curved display designed to bring enhanced panoramic viewing to the desktop. This monitor uses In-Plane Switching panel technology to deliver rich, accurate colors and solid gray-scale performance, with wide viewing angles. It is equipped with numerous I/O ports and offers a USB hub and daisy-chaining capabilities, and it comes with a height-adjustable stand. You get a lot of monitor and great performance for your money.—The UltraSharp U3415 is a PCMag Editor's Choice Award winning monitor. Click here to read the full review ››

Alienware Alpha Gaming PC

Alienware Alpha
An appealing price and good performance make the Alienware Alpha perfect for students returning to college next semester. The Alpha has an Intel Core i3-4130T processor, but the component that does the heavy lifting is the custom Nvidia GeForce GTX processor, based on the Nvidia GeForce GTX 860M GPU.—Click here to learn more about this product.

Dell Chromebook 11

Chromebook 11
This inexpensive, Chrome-OS-based laptop offers speed and performance at less than 3 pounds, and fits perfectly into a laptop bag or backpack. The Chromebook boasts an Intel Core i3 processor, a big step up from the Intel Celeron and Samsung Exynos processors that have populated the category thus far. The big selling point of the new Chromebook 11 is that this system boasts a 1.7GHz Intel Core i3-4005U processor instead of the usual Intel Celeron CPU.—PCMag gave the Chromebook 11 four stars. Click here to read the full review ››

Dell Chromebox

Chromebox
For those of you on a tight budget who need computing on the go, there's the Chromebox. Its Intel Core i3 processor, 2GB DDR3 RAM, and 16GB SSD make it well-equipped for everyday computing and college work. It also comes with a multiplicity of ports for all of your plug-in needs. The memory capacity might be a bit small, but USB sticks exist for a reason, and this machine is only $179.99.—Click here to learn more about this product.

Alienware 15 (Early 2015) - Graphics Amplifier

Alienware 15
This PCMag Editors' Choice is equipped with an Intel i5 Core processor, 16GB of RAM (not kidding), a 1TB HDD/128GB SSD for memory, and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 970M graphics card with 3GB of memory. Its sleek look and multitude of color options for every LED on the computer make it customizable for any personality.—PCMag gave the Alienware 15 four stars. Click here to read the full review ››

Dell UltraSharp UZ2315H

Dell UltraSharp UZ2315H
As an Editors' Choice winner from PCMag, this monitor is guaranteed to perform. Not only does it have plenty of I/O ports for all your peripherals, but it can also flip between portrait and landscape mode along with a height adjustment option of up to 4.9 inches. Dell threw in a matte coating for glare reduction so the 1,920-by-1,080 display is viewable at all times. At $299, this monitor would be an excellent companion for the Chromebox.—PCMag gave the UltraSharp UZ2315H four stars. Click here to read the full review ››

Quad-Core Dell XPS 8700 Desktop PC

XPS 8700
If you prefer a desktop, check out the XPS 8700. It starts at $699 with 8GB of RAM, Windows 8, an Intel Core i5 processor, a 1TB hard drive, and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 graphics card. These options are completely customizable as you move up the price ladder, with a max price of $1,200. The standard model alone comes with all of the plug-in ports and functionality you need for gaming and everyday school work.—Click here to learn more about this product.

Inspiron 13 7000 Series 2-in-1

Inspiron 13 7000 Series 2-in-1
This hybrid laptop's dual hinge lets it function as a traditional PC or a tablet in an era when many students use tablets or e-readers to access reading material. At $649.99 or $999.99 for the Special Edition at Dell, the Inspiron 3 7000 Series 2-in-1 is a solid option for students looking for a mid-priced laptop.—PCMag gave the Inspiron 13 7000 Series 2-in-1 four stars. Click here to read the full review ››

Dell Inspiron 11 3000 Series 2-in-1 (3147)

Inspiron 11 3000 Series 2-in-1
Similar to the Inspiron 13 700 Series, this hybrid is thinner and cheaper ($449 from Dell). Its keyboard cannot be detached, but it has a bit of flex. Nevertheless, the Dell Inspiron is a great budget buy for college students, especially as its long battery life makes it ideal for all-day use on a campus where access to an electrical outlet is never guaranteed.—Read the PCMag Review ››

Dell XPS 13 Touch

Dell XPS 13 Touch
One of the most exciting aspects of this laptop is its 3,200-by-1,800 (QHD+) resolution display, which makes for an incredibly detailed Netflix viewing experience. It's also only 2.76 pounds (in between the 11- and 13-inch MacBook Air) and is made with machined aluminum, while the keyboard deck and palm rest is covered in carbon fiber. PCMag gave the Dell XPS 13 Touch four stars. Click here to read the full review ››

inspirion 20

Inspiron 20 3000 Series All-in-One Desktop
A desktop computer is much less essential than a laptop to most college students, but this one's $329.99 starting price may make it more tempting. It also comes with a built-in battery for portability. Nevertheless, student reviews on Dell's site largely praise it for being easy to use and having a pleasing design.—Click here to learn more about this product.

inspiron 14

Inspiron 14 3000 Series Laptop
Starting at $229.99 from Dell, this laptop is an excellent budget option for the student who needs a basic laptop. It comes with 2G of RAM, USB and HDMI ports, an SD card reader and a built-in webcam. It doesn't have an optical drive, but not too many students will store things on CDs or DVDs anyway. Not ideal for gaming or anything that requires high-quality sound, this laptop is still useful for browsing the Internet and writing papers, and could be an appealing option for college students on a budget.—Click here to learn more about this product.

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