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Dell Axim X51V

 

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  • User Score (307)
    6.8 6.8 from 307 reviewers
  • Expert Score (5)
    7.8 7.8 from 5 reviewers
  • Design (8)
    7.0 7.0 from 8 reviewers
  • Value for money (25)
    6.6 6.6 from 25 reviewers
  • Features (3)
    7.0 7.0 from 3 reviewers
  • Ease of use (34)
    7.3 7.3 from 34 reviewers
  • Performance (15)
    6.5 6.5 from 15 reviewers
  • Comfort (13)
    7.4 7.4 from 13 reviewers
  • Reliability (7)
    6.0 6.0 from 7 reviewers
  • Overall quality (7)
    7.3 7.3 from 7 reviewers
  • Looks (13)
    7.3 7.3 from 13 reviewers
  • Battery performance (14)
    5.3 5.3 from 14 reviewers
  • Display (6)
    7.5 7.5 from 6 reviewers
  • Installation (7)
    6.5 6.5 from 7 reviewers
  • Noise (7)
    8.5 8.5 from 7 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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5-6
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Users:
9-10
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7-8
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5-6
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3-4
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1-2
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. pocketnow.com

    pocketnow.com
    9.0/10
    16 May 2006

    The Dell Axim X51v is certainly targeting the type of users looking for a Pocket PC for playing games, watching movies, and listening to music, while still having premiere business and connectivity features. Read more

    • Beautiful VGA Screen, 256 MB Flash ROM, Fast processor speed, Dual expansion slots, Excellent graphics, Windows Mobile 5, Bluetooth & WiFi, Increased battery life vs. X50v
    • Be careful when installing older 3rd party programs, No phone built in, No Bluetooth Networking Profile, Still no hard drive or large increase in storage, Narrow viewing angle (landscape orientation)

  2. MobileTechReview.com

    MobileTechReview.com
    9.0/10
    25 August 2006

    As always, Dell offers an excellent machine at a relatively low price. The unit runs the fastest CPU and has a VGA display which will suite power users. Read more

    • Overall, a very good device. Attractive and ergonomic design, good price, VGA display, fast processor, both CF and SD slots with SDIO support for the SD slot, Bluetooth 1.2, WiFi 802.11b and VPN support.
    • WM5's persistent storage architecture means that the device is a bit slower launching programs than older Pocket PCs. Standard battery capacity is lean: consider the extended battery. The screen isn't as nice or as large a...

  3. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    16 November 2005

    The Dell Axim X51 series offers a nice combination of features, but we were disappointed by the subpar battery life. Read more

    • The sleek Dell Axim X51 series boasts Windows Mobile 5, integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, dual expansion slots, and a user-replaceable battery.
    • With its less-than-stellar battery life, the Dell Axim X51 didn't perform up to our expectations.

  4. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    30 November 2005

    The Dell Axim X51 series offers a nice combination of features, but we were disappointed by the subpar battery life Read more

    • Windows Mobile 5, Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, Dual expansion slots, User-replaceable battery
    • Less-than-stellar battery life

  5. UKGamer

    UKGamer
    1 April 2006

    Windows on the Go! Dell has added a new member to their mobile Axim family the X51v. This model has more memory, a bigger screen, a new OS and more processing power. What's all this good for? Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Great PDA

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Walter F. Biggica, Amazon
    13 June 2010

    I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this PDA it was excatly what I wanted and needed. It is very easy to use. I would recommend it to my friends. Read more

  2. "Dell axim, a well missed pda"

    CNET
    10/10
    Reviewer: narn3049, CNET
    25 July 2011

    Amazing PDA. TOO bad that I could not use as a phone. Has WIFI and all you could have. When I used a Palm PDA today- I thought back and missed this PDA. Read more

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  3. My mobile internet toy

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: CrownBuslady, epinions.com
    3 weeks ago

    I love gadgets. I got mine almost two years ago, there'd been minor annoyances but all in all it's a Read more

    • Reasonably fast, two memory slots, TONS of free programs to download.
    • bigger battery sticks out. annoying when it wont wake up requiring restart.

  4. It's OK

    pcRUSH.com
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: Cub, pcRUSH.com
    4 January 2007

    Comments about Dell Axim X51v: I paid more for this hand held which is great but it doesn't have anything more than a cheaper brand would have, also the 600+ processor chews up the battery in no time, so you have to set it on Read more

    • Bright Screen, Compact, Easy Controls, Good Compatibility With Other Devices, Lightweight, Useful Features
    • Processor vs speed issue, Short Battery Life

  5. Dell Axim x51v

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Unomas, Ciao
    17 September 2008

    I purchased this PDA because at the time i did not have a laptop and i wanted something for browsing whilst not at a PC. My first impressions of this product were that it is really user friendly. Read more

    • compact, intuitive
    • low battery life

  • WikiFreak Description

Dell Axim X51V

The Dell Axim X51V is a personal digital assistant (PDA) that is powered by the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Premium Edition (Magneto) operating system. It is equipped with Intel’s 624 MHz, 32-bit Intel XScale PXA270 processor as well as Intel’s 2700G multimedia accelerator with 16 megabytes of video memory.

The PDA measures 2.9 x 4.7 x 0.7 inches (W x H x D) and weighs approximately 5.9 ounces. It is powered by a removable 1100 mAh-capacity lithium ion battery that h…

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Dell Axim X51V

The Dell Axim X51V is a personal digital assistant (PDA) that is powered by the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Premium Edition (Magneto) operating system. It is equipped with Intel’s 624 MHz, 32-bit Intel XScale PXA270 processor as well as Intel’s 2700G multimedia accelerator with 16 megabytes of video memory.

The PDA measures 2.9 x 4.7 x 0.7 inches (W x H x D) and weighs approximately 5.9 ounces. It is powered by a removable 1100 mAh-capacity lithium ion battery that has an average battery life of 4.5 hours.

The Dell Axim X51V features a 3.7-inch color transflective TFT active matrix touch screen that has a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 (VGA) and support for up to 64 thousand colors. It is operated using the included stylus and the featured 5-way navigation button.

The Axim X51V comes with 64 megabytes of SDRAM and an integrated flash memory of 256 megabytes. It also has built-in CompactFlash Type II (CF II) and Secure Digital (SD) expansion slots.

The PDA supports playback of WMA and MP3 digital audio standards through the pre-installed Windows Media Player 10 Mobile software. It outputs audio through its built-in speakers. The Axim X51V also has voice recording capabilities and features a built-in microphone.

The Dell Axim X51V offers a number of connectivity options. Apart from a USB port to connect to computers, the PDA also supports wireless connectivity through IEEE 802.11b, IrDA, and Bluetooth 1.2. Its Wireless LAN capability supports Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

The Dell 520 MHz Axim X51 packs style and impressive features in a sleek, sophisticated design. Powered by the Intel® XScale PXA270 Processor at 520 MHz, 64 MB SDRAM and 128 MB Flash ROM, the device offers excellent performance. This handheld comes equipped with the Microsoft® Windows® Mobile 5.0 operating system with Windows® Media Player 10 Mobile. It features an integrated CompactFlash Type II and Secure Digital / SDIO Now / MMC card slots for flexible expansio…

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