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Not a stylish machine, but it’s good value, well built and boasts surprisingly impressive battery life

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This notebook was designed from the ground up with business and security in mind, and it succeeds.

When it comes to desktop replacements, the Dell Inspiron 5000 is a case study in portable power.

Well built and with astonishing battery life to boot. It’s pricey but decent value.

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