Dell’s XPS One 24

Source:  DesktopReview.com

Dell has just introduced to the market a new all-in-one PC, this time it’s larger than the older 20-inch model.  The XPS One 24 is based on a 24-inch display with 16:9 aspect ratio. Capable of up to 1920×1080 pixel resolution, the PC runs on an Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 processor with 4GB RAM standard.  Other standard features include an integrated Intel GMA X4500HD graphics, high definition analog and digital TV tuners TV tuner, Bluetooth 2.0, 802.11a/b/g/n wireless connectivity, an 8x Super-Multi DVD+/-RW slot-loading optical drive, and a wireless keyboard and mouse set specially designed for the XPS One 24.

An NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT graphics card with 512MB video RAM is optional, as well as a Blu-ray drive.  A larger hard drive is also optional.

The original 20-inch XPS One sold for $999, and the XPS One 24 starts at $1,699.  The additional equipment and upgrades are just about worth the $700 premium.

I’ve been wondering why there’s not a lot more all-in-one PCs on the market.  It’s more elegant, saves on desktop space, it has less wires running all around the place and the monitor is hardwired to the case.

Of course, trade-offs for the all-in-one form factor include:  a fixed non-upgradeable casing; cooling problems; and the monitor is hardwired to the case.  For some this is a deal-breaker.  The monitor has a longer lifespan than the rest of the computer.  You would expect to replace the hard disk in three to five years, and the rest of the computer after 5 years, but you expect to still be using the monitor even after five years.

All in all, if you’re into all-in-one form factors, this looks good.