Combining Style, Mobility and Performance
When it comes to laptops, everybody loves some style and mobility, without sacrificing performance. The Dell Studio XPS 13, which is in hot pursuit right now after the XPS 1330 has amazingly given pride and sudden consumer recognition for the Dell brand name, has definitely proved that style, mobility and performance are possible, all perfected in a 13-inch laptop. You’ll be striding like a winner during a meeting with your new slim XPS that screams class and means business. Its Hybrid SLI graphics from Nvidia provides you comprehensive battery verve and presents tremendous graphics presentation if you want to be get some adrenalin rush playing games. Now let’s check out Dell Studio XPS 13’s configuration:

•    Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 (2.4GHz)
•    Memory: 4GB - 2DIMM DDR3
•    HDD: 320GB 7200rpm
•    Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 9500M GE 256MB
•    Display: 13.3" WXGA UltraSharp LCD with TrueLife WLED
•    Optical Drive: Slot Load DVD+/- RW with Dual Layer DVD+R write capacity
•    OS: Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 (64 bit)
•    Wireless: Dell Wireless 1510 802.11n and Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth Module (2.1+EDR)
•    Battery: 6-cell battery
•    Dimensions: 0.9-1.4 x 12.6 x 9.3 inches
•    Weight: 4.93 lbs with 6-cell battery

So if you’re the type looking for a laptop that can be with you all the time without getting all pissed by the bulk but definitely keep its high performance, solid design and construction, XPS 13 is just right on. Although the new Studio XPS 13 is thicker than the older 13-inch notebook because of it’s design touch use of leather on the lid over the hinge area, this one’s subtle and leather just made it look all the more appealing and practical to have in tow.

With mostly magnesium alloy and some plastic with brushed aluminum accents, your XPS is extremely solid and suffers from virtually no bend or scrapes when squeezed and twisted between your hands. Your reliable Studio XPS 13 is like a friend but isn't quite as hardy as the Dell Latitude or Precision business notebooks but it should endure a drop from your desk without significant damage --- just don’t get tempted to try it out right now.

Getting a Studio XPS 13 gives you a unique port selection and a built-in HDMI is a very nice thing to have for those that want digital video and audio output. Likewise, the addition of DisplayPort is a nice addition for backpackers and the adventurous types using the latest external displays.