ell SPSP2309W laptop is packed with quality performance. Equipped with 5 USB ports, DVI, VGA and HDMI connect capability and a uniquely designed display screen that allows for 360 degree views with high resolution at 2,048×1,152 pixels, at $379 USD the Dell SPSP2309W is a great buy. Even more so when compared to Dell’s 24-inch UltraSharp 2408WFP that rings in at $690 USD. The SPSP2309W doesn’t deliver the connection options, resolution or overall performance that the UltraSharp does, but it does offer an additional inch of screen real estate and a noteworthy performance. The Dell SPSP2309W definitely hits the sweet spot.

Design and Features

The Dell SPSP2309W is neatly accented with a glossy black bezel or cover. Unfortunately, the highly reflexive surface does show fingerprints too.  The cover measures in at less than an inch along all sides, with a silver Dell logo, slightly raised along the bottom lip. The 2-megapixel webcam runs along the center of the top. At 22.1 inches, the panel is an average size for laptops with a display screen of this size.

The Dell SPSP2309W is worth the extra $29 USD you would pay for Dell’s S2309W model as the former comes with numerous additional features. One sweet Dell SPSP2309W feature is the ability to deliver 360 degree screen views. This unique feature was achieved by attaching an innovative swivel device along the foot stand. Don’t fret. The foot stand also provided ample stability with minimal wobbling during stability tests. A hinge along the screen’s neck allows the display to tilt back completely.  The Screen includes one upstream and four downstream USB ports and the height can be adjusted up to four inches.

Performance

The Dell SPSP2309W screen displayed high backlight bleeding in some areas and also had problems in screen uniformity. Beyond a minor error in tracking color Dell’s SPSP2309W delivered a quality performance with notable mention of low saturation colours and colour ramp testing.  The Dell SPSP2309W also delivered good DVI connection display results when performance tested using DisplayMate.

Dell’s SPSP2309W is a quality laptop at a great price. Although shy of Dell’s UltraSharp model performance, the Dell SPSP2309W offers some unique and handy design features, practicality and good performance all neatly finished with a great price. So what are you waiting for? Call Dell. The SPSP2309W is only available direct.