Dell Inspiron 13 7359 2-in-1

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 5 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

2
Average:

3
Bad:

0

Pros:

Stylish casing, stylus compartment, versatile in use (laptop, tablet, stand, etc.) thanks to 360 degree hinge, solid base, very good build, fingerprints are no problem, large maintenance hatch, good input devices, too dark screen, low black level but goo...
Exceptionally sturdy design, Good keyboard and touchpad, IPS panel with overall good properties, Excellent battery runtimes, Good value (price/features, hardware), Stylus and LED-backlit keyboard in a $500 device
Stylish design, Solid overall performance, Strong audio

Cons:

Screen unit much too sensitive for manual influences, which can cause image distortions during routine use, awkward to remove hatch, lid rocks too long, too heavy for prolonged carrying in one hand, slow card reader, only one WiFi antenna despite absent...
A bit hefty for use in tablet mode, for example, PWM from 0 to 99% screen brightness

TechSpot is supported by its audience. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more.

Last revision on December 19, 2017

Reviewers Liked

Stylish casing, stylus compartment, versatile in use (laptop, tablet, stand, etc.) thanks to 360 degree hinge, solid base, very good build, fingerprints are no problem, large maintenance hatch, good input devices, too dark screen, low black level but goo
Exceptionally sturdy design, Good keyboard and touchpad, IPS panel with overall good properties, Excellent battery runtimes, Good value (price/features, hardware), Stylus and LED-backlit keyboard in a $500 device
Stylish design, Solid overall performance, Strong audio

Reviewers Didn't Like

Screen unit much too sensitive for manual influences, which can cause image distortions during routine use, awkward to remove hatch, lid rocks too long, too heavy for prolonged carrying in one hand, slow card reader, only one WiFi antenna despite absent
A bit hefty for use in tablet mode, for example, PWM from 0 to 99% screen brightness
Unreliable battery life, Slow SSD, Can run hot

Expert reviews and ratings

At the end of the test, Dell's Inspiron 13 7359-4839 left us slightly disappointed. The main reason is the screen's build that makes it unsuitable for use as a tablet.The fact that evident image distortions materialize just when opening and adjusting...

By NotebookCheck on July 29, 2016

If you're in the market for a solid 2-in-1 I totally think you should put the Dell Inspiron 13 7000 on your list. It's cheaper than the premium Yoga 900, but still gives you the flexible functionality you'd expect. It's well equipped with the ideal...

By reviewed.com on July 08, 2016

The Dell Inspiron 13 7000 is an elegant convertible with good sound and a sharp display, but its SSD is on the slow...

By LaptopMag on February 24, 2016

The Inspiron 7359 is both affordable and appears to be an excellent mobile solution with features inherent to a higher-end device. It has a bit washed out design, which is, of course, pretty subjective but the construction is impeccable. It's solid as...

By laptopmedia.com on May 10, 2016

Das Dell Inspiron 13 7359-0085 punktet im Test dank des Displays mit Convertible-Funktion, das gute Messwerte abliefert. Während sich auch die Akkulaufzeiten und die Eingabegeräte sehen lassen können, sind Leistung und Ausstattung auf niedrigem Niveau....

By Chip.de on June 06, 2016

Las personas que están buscando una computadora portátil que al mismo tiempo sea una laptop y les permita llevar el trabajo a todas partes o divertirse mientras esperan o están de viaje, Acer tiene una 2-en-1 que podría...

By Parentesis on May 13, 2016

O Inspiron 13 7000 que testamos é a melhor configuração de todas, que já vem com chip Intel Core i7 e vários recursos que garantem melhor desempenho. Conforme pesquisas recentes (no dia 12/07/2016), o modelo em questão custava R$ 4.400 no site da...

By TecMundo on July 13, 2016