The Dell 15 Laptop with i5, 16GB RAM is marked down to $719.99 right now, which saves you $100 off the regular price. For what you get inside, that’s a pretty fair number if you need a solid, everyday machine that still feels quick. The 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1334U chip is more than enough for web browsing, office work, school, and light photo or video work. With 10 cores and speeds up to 4.60 GHz, you can keep a bunch of tabs and apps open without the system dragging. On top of that, you’re getting Windows 11 Pro instead of the Home version, which is nice if you handle work stuff, need extra security features, or want better control over updates and user accounts.
The memory and storage are set up for real use, not bare minimum. You get 16GB of DDR4 RAM, which means you can run Zoom, Chrome, Excel, and maybe even some light editing software all at once without feeling cramped. The 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe solid state drive gives you quick startup, fast app loading, and enough space for documents, photos, and a decent amount of media before you have to think about an external drive. This is the kind of setup where you can keep using the laptop for a few years without instantly needing upgrades. The 15.6-inch Full HD display with a 120Hz refresh rate is also a nice touch if you’re tired of screens that feel choppy when you scroll. It’s non-touch, but you get IPS, wide viewing angles, and an anti-glare coating, so it should be easier on your eyes during long days.
From a practical side, the ports and wireless options make this a simple laptop to live with. You get multiple USB ports, including USB 3.2 Gen 1 and a Type-C data port, an HDMI 1.4 port for plugging into a monitor or TV, a universal audio jack, and a power port. There’s also an SD card slot, which is handy if you pull photos from a camera or like to move files around with cards. The Realtek Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth card keeps your wireless connection up to date, and you can connect modern mice, keyboards, earbuds, and speakers without a mess of cables. The 3-cell 41WHr battery and 65W adapter are pretty standard for this size, so you’re looking at normal workday use near an outlet, but still enough unplugged time for classes, meetings, or a coffee shop session.
You also get a few extras that are nice if you’re trying to set up a work or school machine without buying a ton of add-ons right away. There’s a 30-day trial of Microsoft 365 so you can test Word, Excel, and other apps before you decide what you want to pay for. McAfee Business Protection is included for a year, which gives you basic security coverage out of the box. The chassis comes in Carbon Black plastic on this config, with a precision touchpad and a standard English US non-backlit keyboard. It’s not flashy, but it’s simple, clean, and easy to use. The 720p camera with mic on the plastic version is fine for video calls, and the two tuned speakers are enough for meetings, YouTube, and casual streaming. If you just want a straight, no-drama 15-inch laptop that can handle your daily workload, and you like the idea of saving $100 while still getting a current-gen i5, 16GB RAM, and a fast SSD, this deal is worth grabbing before the price goes back up.
