Customers recognize the XPS 8960's strong performance and the benefit of its fast SSD and HDD storage combination. The RTX 3050 graphics card also receives positive feedback, although some users note the system's fans can be noisy during demanding tasks. Ease of setup and use are frequently praised. Concerns were raised about the power supply's potential limitations for future upgrades.
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Pros mentioned:
Graphics card, Performance, Processor speed
Cons mentioned:
Fan noise
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Unassuming Exterior But Powerful PC
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is my second XPS desktop, and sports an updated Intel I7, the same processor in my older XPS. The main difference in this one is that the majority of the storage is in the form of a 2Tb hard drive and a 512Gb solid state drive. Of course the operating system (Windows 11) installed on the SSD. This makes for a pretty speedy machine. I have deliberately tried to over-work it by opening large images in Photoshop, performing several edits, undoing the edits in quick succession and can't get this thing to hiccup. Not bad, sort of lends itself to the idea that this PC would be suitable for gaming. It did crash a bit when doing huge Windows updates, not sure I'd blame that on Dell though.
It has an NVidia graphics package, that might have helped the performance with the photos. Sharp, bright with no hesitation in the display. Realtek audio is the sound system on the board, the usual reliable but no-frills audio package, pretty much identical to the one in my older XPS.
I found it a bit odd that with a pricey tower of this size Dell decided to forego an optical drive, but I guess most people are ditching disks for wireless transfer and USB drives. I would still like to pop in a DVD or audio CD once in a while but not with this machine. I still have some software on DVD's too. I guess that makes me a caveman.
The specs say you can upgrade this machine to 64Gb of RAM, which should make it even more sturdy. When you are doing something processor-intensive, you should hear the fans kick in inside this cabinet. Wow. Noisy. It only happened when installing Office. Whirrrrr.
I think the price of this will come down in time. I'd recommend it to anyone who can afford it though. It's a nice, fast PC.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Mr Capps
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This computer really allows me to complete the Laser and CNC files that I work on. Fast reliable speed and I have been really happy with this product.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Dell desktop
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I am overall very satisfied with my purchase. However this Dell computer could have come with better information regarding the hookup and software details included and not included.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good, but should have been better
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It is a good PC, but if it had one 16GB memory stick (like the specs say it does), instead of the two 8GB memory sticks it has it, would be easier and cheaper to upgrade.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Fan noise
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
PennPa
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I used to like Dell XPS, but I returned this because could not make a recovery USB drive. I contacted Dell, and did not help. Now, I'm back with HP and paid with the same amount, but better Memory and Graphic card.
Only 16GB of RAM, not enough and very loud fan.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Hi Canon,
We are sorry to hear that you have decided to return your XPS 8960 Desktop. We can assure you that Dell takes pride in manufacturing quality products. Even if this particular product was not the right fit for you we hope that you will consider Dell in the future when you make your next system purchase.
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Window 11 OS gave me some problems with compatibility drivers that worked on windows 10. This obviously was not a Dell problem but something Microsoft needs to work on.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love my New Dell - XPS 8960
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My new Dell - XPS 8960 is awesome. The Best Buy representative who assisted me was very helpful and very thorough. I am very pleased with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
If you have to replace it, look here.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
For the money, this computer is a good replacement for my old worn-out machine. Software is running in a timely manner.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good company to do business with I would recommend it to my friends
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best computer that I used.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Computer works perfectly. I transferred data easy. Compu dud this while setting up
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fast
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent PC tower. Replaced old XPS with this tower and it is very fast. Happy with purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Dell XPS8960
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It is user friendly. Need more use time to give a real review. Now is too early to review the item.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great product (so far), just wish it had 32MB RAM instead (my bad).
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rating of Dell XPS 8960
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
smooth running. it's not meant for someone who knows very little about computers to set up this one.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Dell
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great desktop use it for streaming pc. It has pcx slot if needed for capture card.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Slow learner
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So many new changes it is difficult to grasp everything as easy as the old model.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Western Springs resident
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent product and the Geek Squad came to my home to set up the computer.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice budget pc.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I like my new pc, its both perfect for school and gaming.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
president
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Product was everything we expected and more. Would buy this item again.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Always good to make the next step forward!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
quiet running , windows 11 need to learn about this computer. it will be a great addation..