The Dell Latitude E7250 in Details
When you need to get work done on the go, there's nothing like an ultraportable business notebook. The 12.5-inch Dell Latitude E7250 looks and acts the part, with a professional aesthetic, a comfortable keyboard, and it backs up that good first impression with a speedy 5th-generation Core i5 CPU and a 256GB solid-state drive.The result is a capable work partner you can take anywhere, with long enough battery life that you can leave the power cord behind. We have some complaints, but overall, the Latitude E7250 is a strong choice.
Design
The Dell Latitude E7250 has a subtle, clean aesthetic with a magnesium-alloy chassis and lid that scream "utilitarian." The woven carbon-fiber lid looks classy and professional when closed. When you open it, you're presented with a 12.5-inch.
Durability and Security
The E7250 won't have any trouble withstanding your commute. Dell claims that its Latitude 7000 series laptops stand up to MIL-STD 810G testing, a U.S. military testing standard for environmental stresses and equipment durability against drops and impact (4 inches or less).
The magnesium-alloy chassis felt strong in my hands. I wouldn't want to drop it on purpose, but I didn't worry about it being bumped around in my bag on the subway while I brought it to and from the office. Additionally, the keyboard is spill-resistant (up to 6 ounces of liquid), so an errant glass of water or Diet Coke won't disrupt your workday.
Heat
After the computer streamed 15 minutes of HD video, the bottom of the machine measured 96 degrees, while a section on the back left side hit 100 degrees -- 5 degrees higher than what we consider comfortable. The touchpad (76 degrees) and the space on the keyboard between the G and H keys (88 degrees) were much cooler. The PC was never too hot to use in my lap while writing and
streaming episodes of The Daily Show in the background, but it was certainly warm enough to notice.