Dell today unveiled the Intel Core i5/i7 powered XPS 8500 and Vostro 470 desktops, geared towards meeting the demands of high-end business users.

The XPS 8500 features Intel Core i5 and i7 quad-core processor options, high-end graphics options from NVIDIA and AMD, USB 3.0, mSATA solid-state drive options, up to 3TB in hard drive storage, and the option for up to 16GB 1600MHz memory.

The Vostro 470 mini-tower desktop balances price and affordability for business customers. The desktop delivers commanding performance with up to 3^rd-generation Intel Core i5 and i7 quad-core processors with Intel Smart Response Technology for fast access to applications, discrete graphics options, USB 3.0 for fast data transfer, up to 2TB of storage and 12GB of memory capacity.

“Creatives and businesses can now choose Dell desktops available with Intel’s 3^rd generation quad-core processors, delivering the performance they crave to pursue their professional passions,” said Sam Burd, vice president and general manager of product development for Dell, in a statement.

The XPS 8500 and Vostro 470 desktops add to Dell’s growing portfolio of performance systems designed for the most-demanding customer requirements. Dell recently unveiled an enhanced portfolio of Alienware laptops, including the M14x, M17x and M18x laptops, each of which offers the latest Intel 3^rd-generation quad core processors.

Pricing and Availability:

The XPS 8500 (starting at $749 CDN) and Vostro 470 (starting at $549 CDN) desktops are available now on Dell.ca