Dell Latitude Z600 - Intel Core 2 Duo

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

2
Average:

2
Bad:

2

Pros:

Striking design; amazingly thin and light; large, bright HD screen; wireless-broadband option; available wireless dock and inductive charging base
Stylish, thin design, Very good speakers, Power-saving instant-on mode, EdgeTouch sensor provides shortcuts, Wireless Inductive Charging Stand and Wireless Docking Station
Innovative wireless and touchsensor features, Gorgeous 1600 by 900 pixel screen.

Cons:

Pricey; no onboard optical drive; limited onboard connectivity; mediocre performance
Runs hot, Short battery life, No memory card slot, Very expensive

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Last revision on August 15, 2011

Reviewers Liked

Striking design; amazingly thin and light; large, bright HD screen; wireless-broadband option; available wireless dock and inductive charging base
Stylish, thin design, Very good speakers, Power-saving instant-on mode, EdgeTouch sensor provides shortcuts, Wireless Inductive Charging Stand and Wireless Docking Station
Innovative wireless and touchsensor features, Gorgeous 1600 by 900 pixel screen

Reviewers Didn't Like

Pricey; no onboard optical drive; limited onboard connectivity; mediocre performance
Runs hot, Short battery life, No memory card slot, Very expensive
Expensive peripherals, It's thin, but the awkward size is hard to stow

Expert reviews and ratings

Dell's Latitude Z600 is an impressive notebook in many respects. It looks refreshingly different, the software extras Dell has bundled are useful (if sometimes a little tricksy to manage) and the screen is superb. However, battery life is...

By ZDNet UK on May 24, 2010

The Dell Latitude Z600 is Dell's take on a high-end business laptop. Sporting a striking design, there is a wealth of impressive software on offer to make this an excellent choice for those who take their business seriously. The machine certainly...

By TechRadar on April 14, 2010

For those looking for a big screen in an ultra-slim package, the Latitude Z600 is a dream machine, but its high price and so-so performance relegate it to niche status....

By Computer Shopper on March 01, 2010

This executive-class business system offers plenty of style and innovation, but it doesn’t provide much performance to offset its high...

By LaptopMag on February 02, 2010

Dell's created a fantastic future-forward bit of tech that's great for the status-seeking businessman. Everyone else: Look on from afar....

By PCWorld on January 25, 2010

Bottom line, the Dell Latitude Z600 is very much not for everyone. In fact, we think they made this notebook just to sell it to Michael Dell and maybe a couple of his showboating buddies. But it boasts design smarts and a couple of tech innovations...

By PC Advisor on October 12, 2009

The Dell Latitude Z600 is a likeable notebook. Big screen, great keyboard, lots of software goodies, nice hardware design. It is very expensive, though. Dell - Latitude Z600 price Buy Dell Latitude Z600 securely online at a bargain price from...

By IT Reviews on June 14, 2010

The Latitude Z600 is Dell’s take on a high-end business laptop. Sporting a striking design that’s bound to catch the eye, there are also a wealth of features below the surface that make this an excellent choice for those who take their...

By What Laptop TechRadar on February 22, 2010

Dell Latitude Z Review Article ContentsDell Latitude Z Review When you want to buy a good looking business notebook you are typically limited to industrial designs which are rugged and durable but not really stylish. Usually the only attractive...

By Notebook Review on February 18, 2010