{"id":26627,"date":"2012-05-30T00:24:57","date_gmt":"2012-05-29T18:54:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/?p=26627"},"modified":"2026-10-15T12:09:25","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T06:39:25","slug":"dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/","title":{"rendered":"Dell XPS One 27: 2012 Specs and Its 2026 Replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In May 2012 Dell launched the <strong>Dell XPS One 27<\/strong>, its largest all-in-one computer at the time and its answer to the 27-inch Apple iMac. Here is what the XPS One 27 offered back then, whether it is worth buying used today, and which Dell all-in-one replaces it in 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> The Dell XPS One 27 was a 2012 Windows 7 all-in-one PC with a 27-inch 2560&#215;1440 screen and third-generation Intel Core quad-core processors. Dell no longer sells it. A used one is only worth it as a cheap secondary PC, because it is over a decade old. If you want a new 27-inch Dell all-in-one in 2026, look at the Dell 27 All-in-One, which runs Windows 11.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6aea401d99b55\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1a202c;color:#1a202c\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1a202c;color:#1a202c\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6aea401d99b55\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#Dell_XPS_One_27_specs_at_launch_2012\" >Dell XPS One 27 specs at launch (2012)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#Why_the_XPS_One_27_mattered\" >Why the XPS One 27 mattered<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#Should_you_buy_a_used_Dell_XPS_One_27_in_2026\" >Should you buy a used Dell XPS One 27 in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#Dell_XPS_One_27_replacement_27-inch_all-in-ones_today\" >Dell XPS One 27 replacement: 27-inch all-in-ones today<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#When_was_the_Dell_XPS_One_27_released\" >When was the Dell XPS One 27 released?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#What_resolution_is_the_Dell_XPS_One_27_screen\" >What resolution is the Dell XPS One 27 screen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#Can_the_Dell_XPS_One_27_run_Windows_11\" >Can the Dell XPS One 27 run Windows 11?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2012\/05\/dell-xps-one-27-largest-all-in-one-dell-computer\/#Does_Dell_still_sell_the_XPS_One_27\" >Does Dell still sell the XPS One 27?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dell_XPS_One_27_specs_at_launch_2012\"><\/span>Dell XPS One 27 specs at launch (2012)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-26628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/dell-xps-one-27.jpg\" alt=\"Dell XPS One 27 all-in-one computer\" width=\"250\" height=\"246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/dell-xps-one-27.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/dell-xps-one-27-150x147.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The XPS One 27 sat in Dell&#8217;s premium XPS family, alongside a new range of Inspiron One all-in-ones with smaller screens. At launch it offered:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Display:<\/strong> 27-inch 16:9 WLED screen at 2560&#215;1440 (quad HD).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Processor:<\/strong> third-generation Intel Core quad-core processors with Turbo Boost.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Memory and storage:<\/strong> up to 16 GB of DDR3 RAM, up to 2 TB hard disk, and an optional 32 GB mSATA SSD cache with Intel Smart Response Technology.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Graphics:<\/strong> optional NVIDIA GeForce GT 640M graphics with 2 GB of memory.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Connections:<\/strong> USB 3.0, HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet and an 8-in-1 card reader.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extras:<\/strong> full HD webcam, dual microphones, Waves MaxxAudio 4 with speakers, a slot-loading DVD writer, and optional Blu-ray drive and TV tuner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Software:<\/strong> Windows 7.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It went on sale first in select Asian countries at a starting price of $1,399, compared with $1,699 for the 27-inch iMac of the time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_XPS_One_27_mattered\"><\/span>Why the XPS One 27 mattered<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When I wrote about it in 2012, I felt it was high time Windows PC makers competed with the iMac at 27 inches. Apple had sold a 27-inch iMac and a 27-inch display for years, while Windows all-in-ones were mostly smaller. Dell had been building all-in-ones for a while, from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2007\/11\/dell-xps-one-all-in-one-computer-challenges-apple-imac\/\">original Dell XPS One<\/a> in 2007 to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2009\/03\/dell-studio-one-19-all-in-one-desktop-computer\/\">Dell Studio One 19<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>I liked the all-in-one idea: one power cord, a wireless keyboard and mouse, and everything built in behind the screen. That clutter-free design is exactly why all-in-ones are still popular for home offices and family rooms.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_buy_a_used_Dell_XPS_One_27_in_2026\"><\/span>Should you buy a used Dell XPS One 27 in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Only if it is very cheap and you need a basic second PC. Keep these points in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Windows support:<\/strong> it shipped with Windows 7, and third-generation Intel Core processors are not on Microsoft&#8217;s supported list for Windows 11.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hard disk:<\/strong> the standard spinning hard drive is slow by today&#8217;s standards. If you buy one, swapping it for an SSD makes the biggest difference. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2022\/12\/upgrade-old-desktop-pc\/\">old desktop PC upgrade guide<\/a> explains the basics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The screen:<\/strong> the 2560&#215;1440 panel was its best feature, so check it for dead pixels or backlight problems before you pay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dell_XPS_One_27_replacement_27-inch_all-in-ones_today\"><\/span>Dell XPS One 27 replacement: 27-inch all-in-ones today<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dell.com\/en-us\/shop\/desktop-computers\/dell-27-all-in-one-desktop\/spd\/dell-ec27260-aio\/useec27260wcto01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dell 27 All-in-One<\/a>:<\/strong> Dell&#8217;s current 27-inch all-in-one, with Intel Core Ultra processors, Windows 11, SSD storage and a choice of QHD (2560&#215;1440) or full HD screens.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/imac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple iMac<\/a>:<\/strong> the iMac is now sold in a 24-inch size; Apple no longer makes a 27-inch iMac.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other brands:<\/strong> HP, Lenovo, ASUS and others also make Windows all-in-ones. You can compare models in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/all-in-one-computers\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">all-in-one computers on Amazon<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_was_the_Dell_XPS_One_27_released\"><\/span>When was the Dell XPS One 27 released?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dell launched it in May 2012, first in select Asian countries.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_resolution_is_the_Dell_XPS_One_27_screen\"><\/span>What resolution is the Dell XPS One 27 screen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It has a 27-inch 2560&#215;1440 (quad HD) WLED display.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_Dell_XPS_One_27_run_Windows_11\"><\/span>Can the Dell XPS One 27 run Windows 11?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Its third-generation Intel Core processors are not on Microsoft&#8217;s supported processor list for Windows 11, so it is not officially supported.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Dell_still_sell_the_XPS_One_27\"><\/span>Does Dell still sell the XPS One 27?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. Dell&#8217;s current 27-inch all-in-one is the Dell 27 All-in-One.<\/p>\n<p>Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, QuickOnlineTips earns from qualifying purchases.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In May 2012 Dell launched the Dell XPS One 27, its largest all-in-one computer at the time and its answer&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":26628,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[23],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-26627","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-computers"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26627","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26627"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26627\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":66880,"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26627\/revisions\/66880"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/26628"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26627"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26627"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26627"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}