- Strong Dual Core Processor
- Decent Dedicated 3D Graphics Card
- Includes 19" Monitor and Speakers
- FireWire Ports Not Standard
- Requires Users To Really Customize Part Selections
- Intel Core 2 Duo E6550 Dual Core Desktop Processor
- 2GB PC2-5300 DDR2 Memory
- 320GB 7200rpm SATA Hard Drive
- 16x DVD+/-RW Dual Layer Burner
- NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT Graphics with 256MB Memory
- Dell SE198WFP 19" Widescreen LCD Monitor
- Intel HDA Audio with 30W 2.1 Dell Speakers
- v.92 56Kbps Modem and 10/100 Ethernet
- Eight USB 2.0 Ports, 13-in-1 Media Card Reader
- Vista Home Premium, MS Works 8, McAfee Anti-Virus 30-day Trial
8/11/07 – Dell's first Inspiron desktop computer system really is geared more towards the budget oriented consumer than the performance minded. That doesn't mean the Inspiron 530 can't be configured as a mainstream PC, it just means that it requires more customization.
The highest level of processor currently offered on the Inspiron 530 is the Intel Core 2 Duo E6550 dual core. This is actually a quite powerful desktop processor and is a step up from what many other companies are offering in their mainstream PCs. One gigabyte is offered standard, but users are advised to opt for the 2GB of PC2-5300 DDR2 memory so that applications run smoothing in the Windows Vista operating system.
There are a wide range of storage options for the Inspiron 530, but most users will probably find sufficient space with the base 320GB 7200rpm hard drive. Large 500GB hard drives or multi-drive configurations are available if you need more. A standard 16x dual layer DVD burner comes standard.
What Dell does offer with the Inspiron 530 that many other companies don't include is a monitor. In the case of this unit, the SE198WFP 19” widescreen is included. While not as nice as the UltraSharp, it still is a decent monitor. The upgrades GeForce 8600GT graphics is also a nice option for those potentially looking to use their system for PC gaming. Although not really powerful, it can still handle the task.
Overall, the Inspiron 530 desktop is a very strong offering, but consumers will need to put up with the customization processor to get the system that they want.
