Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook

Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook Reviews



Overall 4 star rating3.83 of 5 (by 70 users)



Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook Review Summary

Dell markets the Dell Inspiron E1505 as a basic home or small business laptop and as such has a solid set of multimedia components and capabilities. Our community of reviewers mostly agrees that the notebook is a stellar performer. One reviewer lauded the slate grey notebook saying: “The performance of this laptop, the battery, the screen and the ports are all excellent.” Still another reviewer stated: “Overall, this is a good performing laptop at a great price.” Dell designed the Inspiron E1505 with a 15.4” TFT active matrix WXGA display, Intel's Core Duo processor, 8x dual layer DVD combo drive, and 100GB HHD. Overall our community of reviewers highly recommends this business-class notebook. Read what our reviewers have to say about the Dell Inspiron E1505, as well as the Hewlett Packard HP Pavilion DV6000 and the Acer Aspire
27% of people rated Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook as 5 stars
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44% of people rated Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook as 4 stars
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21% of people rated Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook as 3 stars
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1% of people rated Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook as 2 stars
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7% of people rated Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook as 1 star
7% of people rated Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook as 1 star%
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79% 79% of people recommend Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook 21% of people don't recommend Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook 21%
 

Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook Comparison

5 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
MAY
12
2007

To the Point

My computer is a Dell Inspiron E1505 which I’ve had for about nine months. It cost under $1,000 and can be built at www.dell.com. It's a bit heavier than ideal but not so much that it doesn't come with me everywhere.

About the E1505:

Memory and hard drive:

This machine’s hard drive...

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2009 VIP
computer addict

Jo
Plymouth, MA
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3 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
FEB
5
2009

Dell has a great reputation for being able to customize your laptop or PC to your needs.  This above all is a great feature.  I do however have issues with the way they market their computers.  The deals you see on a given week can fluctuate significantly in price but you have to look very close at...

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2009 Reviewer
a PC User, Every day computer user

jam412ep
Dallas, TX
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Dell Inspiron E1505 PC Notebook Ratings and Reviews

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Every day computer user

MAY
23
2008
I really love my Dell Inspiron E1505 It is the best laptop I have had so far. I have not had any problems with it. It was a brand new laptop when I got it. I really like the media center on it I really like Windows Vista I have not had any problems with it. My last laptop that I had I always had problems with it. I f anybody is looking into getting a laptop I would tell anybody that I meet that Dell Inspiron E1505 is the one to get.

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5 star rating
reviewer
wendyjohnson
Russellville, KY



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a PC User, Every day computer user, always online, a techie

FEB
2
2009

The computer worked great during the standard 1 year man. warranty. Then the problems started- a new hard drive was need. And the Dell tech came to the house to install it, great, not, the tech forgot to put the screws back in the unit, now the hard drive can literally slide out if you pick up the computer wrong. Then the optical drive broke, and needed to be replaced. Then the blue screens started and continue now. Good thing I got the extended premium service plan.
TIP: IF you buy a Dell- buy an extended service plan
TIP: Don't buy Dell


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1 star rating
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mclpc68
Allentown, PA



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Every day computer user

MAY
25
2008
Love the computer, but I have had a couple instances when the keyboard key popped off, which was annoying.  It was fairly simple to fix each time.  Only a little over a year after getting the laptop, the battery started displaying a message on the computer saying that the battery was nearing the end of it's usable life.  I have researched this problem, and my battery is not unique.  A new battery is pretty expensive...better off needing to be connected to an outlet 24/7 until a new laptop is needed.
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4 star rating
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staceydee3
Mechanicsburg, PA



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a PC User, Every day computer user, always online

MAY
22
2008
The Dell E1505 is a good laptop. It's lightweight and convenient. It just needs to be a little faster, then it would be great. Running XP Home edition. 2gb RAM. Programs lag a little, if multiple programs are open. Wi-Fi could be alot more powerful. When using in my house just 30-35 feet from the wireless router, with a clear shot, I don't get full bars.  
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3 star rating
reviewer
stacyo1969
Cranbury, NJ



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a PC User, Every day computer user, a techie

NOV
25
2008
The middle child in Dell's line of basic home laptops, the Inspiron E1505 makes a good home or small-business system if it stays put most of the time, as it's too heavy for regular travel. With the Inspiron E1505, all of the crucial elements are accounted for: you get a comfortable keyboard and touch pad, a decent display, and a very solid collection of basic multimedia features and connections. The base unit starts at approximately $700, but Dell offers a vast array of configuration options for everyone from the most basic Web and e-mail user to digital junkies who require midrange gaming and... review »
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5 star rating
reviewer 2008 Reviewer
narayanambbs
Springfield, MO



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Every day computer user, a Mac addict, a techie, always online

AUG
7
2009

I bought the Dell Inspiron e1505 for college and within one year, the hard drive died.  I cannot turn on the computer, and you have to ship it to Dell for them to fix it.  Dell has very poor customer service and it was difficult to get someone to talk to me on the phone.  When it was working, the wifi was fast and easy to connect, and the programs loaded easily enough.  However, the computer came with many unwanted and useless programs.  I like that the power cord is long and that it gets a good battery life, but the computer was just too bulky, awkward and heavy, especially compared with...

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1 star rating
reviewer 2009 Contributor
greentree07
55057



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a PC User, Every day computer user, always online, txtng dly

APR
18
2009

I have had my Dell Inspiron E1505 for about three years now and overall have had only minor problems with it.  I am on the computer daily for work, school, networking and gaming so my notebook gets exessive use.  I also haul it with me everyday to work and school and was concerned that the wear and tear may leave me having to purchase an new notebook evry year so I purchased the extended service plan and am happy to say that I have never had to use it.  That being said there are some issues that I do wish Dell would address.  One of the most minor of those issues is how easily the exterior...

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4 star rating
reviewer 2009 Reviewer
dalo78
Camillus, NY



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a PC User, a graphics pro

OCT
11
2009

The dell inspiron e1505 is a 15.4" widescreen notebook now available with the impressive intell core 2 Duo processor.The Inspiron 6400 is available through the Dell Business site and is the same as the e1505.

The e1505 is a well rounded mainstream notebook, highly customizable and available at a competitive price.Now that it comes with the Core 2 Duo at similar prices to the original Core Duo you'll be getting even more value for your dollar.

The Dell Inspiron e1505 with Core 2 Duo and X1400 graphics card is a great performer for the price. If you can utilize this notebooks dual core capabilities...

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4 star rating
2009 Writer
Dread09
Tallevast, FL



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a PC User, Every day computer user, always online

JUL
14
2009

I have been an avid Dell user for over 7 years now.  I have purchased 5 computers from them in that 7 or so years.  Always felt I was getting a good deal and a great computer.  Until this one. 

As for the computer itself  it has a great wide screen, intagrated number pad, and for a laptop- pretty good speakers.  It really ends there.  Within 2 months of owning it the AC adapter went kaput.  I called, they replaced.  2 months later, same thing, only this time the battery went with it.  They sent someone out to look at it, replaced the motherboard and still nothing.  Called back- they...

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3 star rating
2009 Contributor
Joietulip
Columbia, MO



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Every day computer user

SEP
17
2009

I have had my Dell Inspiron for about seven months now, and I have had no problems what so ever.  I came with Windows Vista, which in my opinion is a very good program.  I have had no trouble getting into any web site or program.  It has wifi and is very compatable.  My Notebook fits in my shoulder bag with room for other things that I may need to carry.  The card reader is excellent, it's pretty much reads anything which is good because I have three boys aging from twelve through two.  They can watch movies and play cd rom games, and when they need to move to a different room my notebook...

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5 star rating
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Roxann30
San Antonio, TX



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a PC User, Every day computer user, always online, a techie

APR
14
2009

I've had my Dell e1505 for three years, and it's been a good buy overall. I've had one or two problems with hardware, but they were resolved quickly by Dell. The computer's components are quality, and the system is well balanced and built.


My only major complaint was all the crap worthless pre-loaded software the computer came with. Out of the box, I was disappointed with the computer's speed and load time. The first thing I did was wipe the hard drive and install a fresh retail version of Windows Vista Business. Then the computer was lightning fast.


Only other problem was the screen hinge. The...

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4 star rating
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zmaj101
Fruit Heights, UT



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Every day computer user, fun loving

AUG
31
2009

My dell computer has been somewhat disappointing.  I saved my money for almost one year, because I wanted to pay cash for it.  I did research on all the brands and I asked all my friends about what their opinions were.  I was so excited to go that day and but my Dell computer.  When I received my computer in the mail, I could not wait to get started using it.  At first it was exciting seeing all the features.  I had Mcafee spyware among other things.  Unfortunatly, within six months my spyware had malfunctioned.  I had to call a guy overseas to have him tell me the hour long process of...

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2 star rating
reviewer 2009 Contributor
blondie1017
Royse City, TX



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Every day computer user, very demanding of my computers, practical

NOV
15
2007

This Dell 1505 is not my first laptop.  I don't just use computers for fun. 

I've had IBM's and Compaqs.  This is my first Dell and I'll never buy anything but a Dell.

I've not had any problem with this 1505.  My husband has a 1705 and he has had some problems with the screen.  However, he is always lifting and moving his laptop by the screen. I've told him that is probably what the problem is.

The performance of this laptop, the battery, the screen and the ports are all excellent.

The only thing that I'd like is a true docking station.  I did buy the "docking station" that uses the USB port...

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5 star rating
reviewer
willbill
Saint Louis, MO



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