![]() The Core i7-12700H in my review unit has performed very well in larger laptops, but its performance in 14-inch machines has been mixed. That’s a powerful processor to pack inside a 14-inch chassis, but we’ve seen it done more often than with past Intel generations. The Inspiron 14 Plus is one of a new breed of 14-inch laptops powered by Intel’s 45-watt 12th-gen CPUs. AI-powered noise reduction and dual microphones ensure that the audio is top-notch during videoconferencing. It worked quickly and reliably during my testing.įinally, the webcam is a 1080p version that provides a sharp image in various lighting conditions along with a physical privacy switch. Windows 11 Hello passwordless login support is provided by a fingerprint reader embedded in the power button, which is the perfect location. There’s no touch display option, which is always a disappointment. The entire repertoire of Windows 11 multitouch gestures is supported. The touchpad is large and responsive, with firm buttons that provide a satisfying click without too much noise. Thanks to the taller 16:10 display, there’s plenty of space on the palm rest for a touchpad, and Dell uses most of it efficiently. I found myself typing at full speed immediately and didn’t experience any fatigue while writing this review. ![]() The switches are light and snappy, with enough bounce to provide a precise action. The keyboard has a standard layout with large keycaps and comfortable key spacing. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 offer up-to-date wireless connectivity. Power is provided by a proprietary connector, which frees up the USB-C port for connectivity. There’s a USB-C port with Thunderbolt 4 support, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, a full-size HDMI 2.0 port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a microSD card reader. Like most 14-inch laptops, the Inspiron 14 Plus packs a functional selection of ports. That extra thickness is necessary to enable a thermal system that can move enough air to keep the 45-watt CPU and discrete GPU running cool - an area where some similarly configured thinner and lighter 14-inch laptops struggle. The Inspiron 14 Plus is also a heavy 14-inch machine at 3.7 pounds. It’s rather thick at 0.75 inches at the rear, tapering down to a more reasonable 0.64 inches upfront. The laptop’s plastic display bezels aren’t the smallest or most modern, but they’re enough to enable a reasonably sized chassis. There’s some slight bending in the lid and flexing in the keyboard deck, but overall, the laptop feels as solid as a midrange machine should be. Dell constructed the laptop of aluminum, and its build is solid enough for around $1,000. It’s a very conservative design with only some aggressive venting providing some deviation. It has simple angles and a solid dark green color scheme (that looks blue in some lighting) without any bling whatsoever. The Inspiron 14 Plus looks like many other 14-inch laptops on the market today. Fitbit Versa 3ġ2.36 inches by 8.96 inches by 0.64 – 0.75 inches
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