Dell Vostro V131

Dell Vostro V131 may fit user necessity of small business laptop which should be robust, has good performance, long life battery, and partability for bussiness travelling. Dell Vostro V131 specs are: equipped with standard voltage Intel Core i5 Sandy Bridge processor, strong material from magnesimum metal, and up to for more than eight hours. On the market, Dell Vostro V131 price is offered at $799.99. Dell Vostro V131 specs and performance are rahter simillar with Dell Vostro 3350, a best bussiness laptop from Dell. Without internal optical storage, Dell Vostro V131 weighted at 4 pounds which is lighter than Dell Vostro 3350 (4.8 pounds), but it falls in battery life and price (Dell Vostro 3350 battery can run for more than nine hours and sold $50 cheaper).
Dell Vostro V131 Review: Performance, Design, and Features

Dell Vostro V131 processor relies on Intel Core i5-2410M processor (clock speed at 2.3GHz) which is full-powered for office application, standard-voltage processor, and based on Sandy Bridge technology. Its system is supported with 4GB of RAM and the integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 graphics chip. Only relying on integrated Intel graphics chip, makes its graphical performance is not awesome. On 3DMark 06 graphical testing, Dell Vostro V131 scored at 3,991. Dell Vostro V131 using 65Wh battery which can run up to 8 hours and 27 minutes (based onon MobileMark 2007 tests). It falls behind Dell Vostro 3350 80WH battery that can reach 9 hours and 36 minutes.

Dell Vostro V131 materials are from magnesium metal with Aberdeen Silver color. With this materials, makes Dell Vostro V131 has robust frame. It weighs for only at 4 pound, which is still can be considered as portable laptop. Dell Vostro V131 screen size is 13.3-inch (widescreen type) with maximum resolutions 1,366-by-768. Its full-size keyboard is as guarantee for comfortable typing experience. Its mouse buttons complemented by a wide touchpad and pair of soft mouse buttons. But in this standard option, it not has backlit keyboard.

Dell Vostro V131 storage use 500 GB hard drive (there is option to has bigger storage). Other features you may get in Dell Vostro 3350 are: two USB 3.0 ports which supports transfer rates

10 times the speed of USB 2.0, HDMI port, multimedia card slot, VGA, and Webcam. Networking connection suplied are Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth, and optional 3G Mobile Broadband (with GSM or CDMA technologies).

Dell Vostro V131 Review: Specs

Processor	Intel Core i5-2410M (clock speed at 2.3GHz)
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Video Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory	4 GB DDR3
Display	screen size 13.3 inch widescreen maximum resolution 1,366-by-768
Hard Drive	HDD 500GB
Optical Drive	external
Network	802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G Mobile Broadband with GSM or CDMA technologies (optional)
Ports	two USB 3.0 ports, HDMI port, multimedia card slot, VGA, and Webcam
Weight	4 pounds
Battery	65Wh battery up to 8 hours and 27 minutes
Audio	stereo speakers

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Alienware M17X

Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) fits your needs of outstanding gaming laptop. Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) has outstanding performance to support playing games smoothly at the true HD (1080p) screen resolution. Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) specs are: fast Intel quad-core Sandy Bridge processor with Intel Core i7-2720M, great graphical performance from AMD Radeon HD 6970M which paired with 8 GB DDR3 memory on 17.3 inches large screen. More features on Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) are: sturdy chassis, great keayboard for gaming, unique design of Alienware. But some trade come with its great specs, Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) is weighted at 9.8 pounds and has less than 3 hours battery life. Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) price on the market offered from $2,239.00. Other rivals you may compared are Dell XPS 15-Sandy Bridge ($1,785), Acer Aspire AS8950G-9839 ($1,499.99), and Asus G73SW-BST6 ($1,299.99).

Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) Review: Performance, Design, and Features

Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) system relies on 2.2GHz Intel Core i7-2720QM quad-core Sandy Brigde processor with clock speed at 2.2GHz. It paired with 8GB DDR3 memory and RAID 0 hard drives. In PCMark Vantage testing, it scores at 10,042 which is higher than other gaming laptop like Acer AS8950G-9839 (8,211), Asus G73SW-BST6 (7,845), or Dell XPS 15-Sandy Bridge (8,089). Meanwhile its graphical chip, AMD Radeon 6970M with 2GB of VRAM, admited as one of the best mobile graphics chips on the market. No need to worry to play hard 3D game with best quality setting. Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) can play Crysis at 58.7 fps and Lost Planet 2 at 57.4 fps on best quality setting. Tested on 3DMark 06, it scored at 20,097 points, which make most rivals left far behind. But, having high performace means there are other part to be sacrificed. Although Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) equipped with the biggest capacity batteries (90WH), it only can run up to 2 hours 24 minutes based on MobileMark 2007 battery testing. So, don't forget to plug in its AC adapter when playing games.

Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) has 17.3-inch widescreen which can reach 1,920-by-1,080 resolution and brightness intensity at 400 nits. But it screen rather glare which can be detected under any light source. This make its screen turned into a mirror (coz resulting reflection). Its designed are showing special characteristics as Alienware laptop (like 'Alien face' on the lid and base with LEDs that looks as it is peering at you) which is hasn't changed since two years ago. Its body uses rubber-like texture over its stealth-black magnesium frame. With those materials and specs, Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) comes at 9.8 pounds, which is heaviest among its contender. Both of Asus G73SW-BST6 and Acer AS8950G-9839 has 8.3 pounds weight.

Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) storage relies on two 750GB,7200rpm drives, for a total of 1.5TB with RAID 0 setting. No need to worry of hard drive space shortage. Features you may find are: mini-DisplayPort, HDMI-Out, VGA-Out, HDMI-in (rarely found on laptops), five USB ports, two of which are USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, and one ESata/USB combo, a slot-loading Blu-ray drive. Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) speakers give crisp sound and fully immerse when playing 3D game. But it doesn't has a subwoofer. If you want to have better sound, you can connect it via SPDIF port on the left side to a better speaker system.

Alienware M17X (Sandy Bridge) Review: Full Specs

Processor	Intel Core i7-2720M (clock speed at 2.2 GHz)
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Video Graphics	AMD Radeon HD 6970M (primary) Intel HD Graphics 3000 (secondary)
Memory	8 GB DDR3
Display	17.3-inch widescreen which 1,920-by-1,080 resolution
Hard Drive	2 x 750GB 7200 RPM HDD with RAID 0
Optical Drive	DVD+/-RW DL with Blu-Ray
Network	802.11n Wi-Fi
Ports	mini-DisplayPort, HDMI-Out, VGA-Out, HDMI-in (rarely found on laptops), five USB ports, two of which are USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, and one ESata/USB combo
Weight	9.8 pounds
Battery	90WH battery up to 2 hours 24 minutes
Audio	stereo speakers

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Alienware M11xr3

Alienware M11xr3 can be considered as best portable gaming laptop. Alienware M11xr3 specs consist of high performance processor, great graphic card and long life batterey. Those are the reason why this laptop can be claimed as best portable gaming laptop. Alienware M11xr3 equipped with 1.4GHz Intel Core i5-2537M, Nvidia GeForce GT 540M graphics chip, pired with 4GB memory DDR3 and a 63Wh battery. With its performance, Alienware M11xr3 price is inexpensive. On the market is offered from $1,099. More features offered are backlighting, USB 3.0 port, and hi-tech wireless connection like WiMax and WiDi.

Alienware M11xr3 Review: Performance, Design, and Features
Alienware M11xr3 processor chip relies on 1.4GHz Intel Core i5-2537M second-generation dual-core CPU (low voltage version). Its performace surely bellow laptop which use Core i7 processor, but its still fast and powerfull. On PCMark Vantage test, it scores at 6,183. While Nvidia GeForce GT 540M graphics chipset used is a legitimate graphics chip. On graphic test, Alienware M11xr3 can handle Crysis at 55.6 fps and Lost Planet 2 at 39.9fps (on 1,024 by 768 resolution). Its 3DMark 06 score reach 8,652 (Medium Quality) and 6,500 (Hight Quality). Alienware M11xr3 can revert from GeForce GT 540M into Intel HD Graphics 3000 integrated graphics chip when is not being used with its Nvidia Optimus graphics switching mechanism. Alienware M11xr3 using 63WH battery. Combination of low voltage processor, Nvidia Optimus technology support those battery life up to 8 hours 3 minutes (based on MobileMark 2007 test).

Alienware M11xr3 has 11-inch widescreen displays with 1,366 by 768 maximum resolution. This size maybe not satisfy gamers which love large screen. And need to be noted, Alienware M11xr3 screen has glare problem like its predecessor, Alienware M11x. Those glare can be noticeable when playing game under bright fluorescents. Alienware M11xr3 is weighted at 4.47 pounds. Those size may be heavier in 11 inch class laptop. Its happened because Alienware M11xr3 is packed with many internal hardware. Alienware M11xr3 comes with unique Alienware design. It has sports glowing blue LEDs, backlit keyboard, and glowing Alienware logo and grills.

For the storage media, Alienware M11xr3 relies on 500GB 7,200rpm hard drive. But it comes with no optical drive. Ports and features given are: two USB 3.0 ports, one USB 2.0 port, DisplayPort, HDMI, 3-in-1 card reader (MMC, SD, MS/Pro). Alienware M11xr3 connection features are: Ethernet port, Wi-Fi, WiMax , WiDi 2.0 (a wireless display technology that allows you to connect to an HDTV), and FireWire
Alienware M11xr3 Review: Full Specs

Processor	1.4GHz Intel Core i5-2537M
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Video Graphics	nVidia GeForce GT 540M (primary) Intel HD Graphics 3000 (secondary)
Memory	4 GB DDR3
Display	11-inch widescreen displays 1,366 by 768 maximum resolution
Hard Drive	HDD 500GB 7200 rpm
Optical Drive	none
Network	802.11n Wi-Fi, WiMax , WiDi 2.0, and FireWire
Ports	two USB 3.0 ports, one USB 2.0 port, DisplayPort, HDMI, 3-in-1 card reader (MMC, SD, MS/Pro)
Weight	4.47 pounds
Battery	63WH battery up to 8 hours 3 minutes
Audio	stereo speakers

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Dell Inspiron 14z

Considered specs and features offered, Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 can be written on your mainstream laptop shopping list. Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 specs and features are: powered by powerful standard-voltage Core i5 processor, excellent 8 hours battery life, fast transfer file with two USB 3.0 ports, aluminum material on its top side part, and a stylish backlit keyboard. All those features are not mean Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 to be pricey. Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 price is offered at $750 (direct). While some minor peeves like stiff mouse button and unnecessary port covers, can be negliged. Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 can be other option for great mainstream laptop like 15.6 inches Asus U46E-BAL5 (now price is only at $699.99 in Best Buy).

Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 Review Performance, Design, and Features

Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 processor is trusted on a standard-voltage processor 2.3GHz Intel Core i5-2410M. This processor which is bolstered with 6GB DDr3 memory is resulting monstrous speed. In PCMark 7, Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 scored at 2,308 points. Meanwhile Asus U46E-BAL5 is fell behind by scoring at 2,215. same like Asus U46E-BAL5, Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 only equipped with Intel HD Graphics 3000 integrated graphical chip which only support it to play many hard 3D application and games at medium quality settings. But its processor and integrated graphics supporting great battery performance. Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5's 65WH battery can run up to 8 hours 38 minutes (based on MobileMark 2007 battery test). It beats Asus U46E-BAL5 by over an hour (it lasted for 7 hours 19 minutes).

Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 has 14-inch widescreen display with 1,366 by 768 maximum resolution and as vivid as Asus U46E-BAL5. Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 use chiclet-style with LED backlights underneath to supports your typing experience is just comfortable. Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 has bulky plastic enclosures which is fitted with a brushed aluminum top. Its chassis is a complete redesign from Dell Inspiron 14z predecessor with protruding strip from the back to conceal its big 65WH battery. Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 weighs at 4.5 pounds, which is lighter than the Asus U46E-BAL5 (4.9 pounds).

For the storage media, Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 relies on 640GB 5,400rpm hard disk drive, those storege are spacious enough to keeps your digital files. While for optical drive, it equipped with built in DVD+R Dual Layer, yet its still kept its dimensions only an inch thick. Ports available are: HDMI and mini-DisplayPort, one USB 2.0 port, two USB 3.0 ports, equipped with port covers for aesthetic reasons. While for Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 network & communication are supported by: Ethernet, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Wireless Display 2 (WiDi 2.0).

Dell Inspiron 14z - Core i5 Review Full Specs

Processor	2.3 GHz Intel Core i5-2410M
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Video Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory	6 GB DDR3
Display	14 inches widescreen 1,366 by 768 maximum resolution
Hard Drive	HDD 640GB 5,400rpm
Optical Drive	DVD+R DL
Network	Ethernet, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Wireless Display 2 (WiDi 2.0)
Ports	HDMI and mini-DisplayPort, one USB 2.0 port, two USB 3.0 ports, equipped with port covers for aesthetic reasons
Weight	4.5 pounds
Battery	65WH battery up to 8 hours 38 minutes
Audio	stereo speakers

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Lenovo ThinkPad T420ss

Lenovo ThinkPad T420s is introduced to the market as Lenovo ace to fight in lighweight 14-inch business laptop category. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s which is only 1-inch thick and 4 pounds weight is powered by Intel Core i7-2520M and paired with 4GB DDR3 memory. To support business activities, Lenovo ThinkPad T420s equipped with additional battery that support up to for more than eight hours (additional battery is a $129 option). Lenovo ThinkPad T420s 14-inch display also has high screen resolution. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s has sturdy chases which is build from magnesium, strong enough to protect its advanced parts. In short word, Lenovo ThinkPad T420s is a premier business laptop that fits user need on business travelling or in an office. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s price is offered at $1,518 (direct).

Lenovo ThinkPad T420s Review Performance, Design, and Features

Lenovo ThinkPad T420ss processor's

is trusted on 2.5GHz Intel Core i7-2520M (which is based on Sandy Bridge technology) and paired with 4GB DDR3 memory. On PCMark 7 performance testing, Lenovo ThinkPad T420s scored at 2,835 points. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s only has Intel HD Graphics 3000 integrated graphics solution that is not aim for gaming or hard 3D application. Its Sandy Bridge platform and integrated graphics supporting lower power consumption suppossed to better battery yields. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s has a 44WH (6-cell) battery which can run up to 5 hours 20 minutes. Meanwhile when Lenovo ThinkPad T420s additional 32WH battery is plug into, it lasted for 8 hours 40 minutes total battery life. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s screen size is 14-inch widescreen with 1,600-by-900 maximum resolution. This is can be said as highest screen resolution on 14 inches laptop.

Lenovo ThinkPad T420s has all-black chassis which same as ThinkPad series design from three years ago. This classic design may be outdated compared with other business laptop competitor like HP Elitebook 8560p or Dell Latitude E6420 which has attractive design with brush strokes and radiant colors. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s black chassis is using magnesium materials with carbon fiber. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s, like all ThinkPads, have got some ruggedized testing (drops, moisture, dust, vibration, etc.) to guarantee its sturdy. Lenovo ThinkPad T420s dimension is measured at measures at 13.3 x 9.4 x 1 inches. The one inch slim profile is amazing since Lenovo ThinkPad T420s has a built in optical drive. By its size and material used, Lenovo ThinkPad T420s weighs at 4 pounds, which make it as one of the lightest 14-inch business laptop.

Lenovo ThinkPad T420s equipped with full size keyboard but not a backlit keyboard. For media storage, Lenovo ThinkPad T420s supported by 320GB, 7200rpm hard drive which is not too spacious but offers fast rotation speed. It also equipped with integrated DVD+R Dual Layer. Ports available are: VGA, DisplayPort, SD slot, two USB 2.0 port, and one USB 3.0 port. While for Lenovo ThinkPad T420s network & communication are supported by: Ethernet, 3G (via Qualcomm's Gobi technology), 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and options for GPS and WiMAX (4G).

Lenovo ThinkPad T420s Review Full Specs

Processor	Intel Core i7-2520M 2.5 GHz
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Video Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory	4 GB DDR3
Display	14 inches widescreen 1,600-by-900 maximum resolution
Hard Drive	HDD 320GB, 7200rpm
Optical Drive	DVD+R DL
Network	Ethernet, 3G (via Qualcomm's Gobi technology), 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and options for GPS and WiMAX (4G)
Ports	VGA, DisplayPort, SD slot, two USB 2.0 port, and an USB 3.0 port
Weight	4 pounds
Battery	44WH (6-cell) battery up to 5 hours 20 minutes plus additional 32WH batteryup to 8 hours 40 minutes
Audio	stereo speakers

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Reviews

Many user are missing the incredible 13-inch business ultraportable laptop: Lenovo ThinkPad X300 after its discontinuation. But later, they released Lenovo ThinkPad X1. Some of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 features are: backlit keyboard, gorilla glass screen, click touchpad, and high-fidelity Dolby sound. Those features are fit for consumer laptops. ThinkPad X1's has matte black chassis which uses hardened magnesium in its metal construction. Another dimension are: 0.84 inches thick, 3.7 pounds weight (plus batterey it goes up to 4.5 pounds).

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Features and Performance

Many user are missing the incredible 13-inch business ultraportable laptop: Lenovo ThinkPad X300 after its discontinuation. But later, they released Lenovo ThinkPad X1. Some of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 features are: backlit keyboard, gorilla glass screen, click touchpad, and high-fidelity Dolby sound. Those features are fit for consumer laptops. ThinkPad X1's has matte black chassis which uses hardened magnesium in its metal construction. Another dimension are: 0.84 inches thick, 3.7 pounds weight (plus batterey it goes up to 4.5 pounds).

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 equipped with 2.5GHz Intel Core i5-2520M processor, but this processor runs on a standard voltage CPU. This processor paired with 4GB of DDR3 memory (is expandable up to 8GB) and Intel's integrated graphics. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 and Lenovo X220 use the same parts, thats why both laptops has similar performance. But Lenovo ThinkPad X1 falls in its batterey. Unlike the Lenovo X220, Lenovo X1 equipped with 40WH battery. This battery is smaller than Lenovo X220 (63WH) batterey. In MobileMark 2007 test, this batterey gives result 3 hours 20 minutes. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 gorilla glass screen, guaranted that it won't get scratched or damaged easily. The 13.3-inch widescreen, which is larger than Lenovo X220 (12.5 inches), has maximum screen resolution at 1,366-by-768.

Ports connections provided in ThinkPad X1 are: USB 3.0 (an advanced in USB technology), an eSATA/USB 2.0 combo port, HDMI, and Mini DisplayPort. But, it doesn't has VGA port. A headphone jack and additional USB 2.0 port are tucked on the left side behind an odd door flap. The X1 released in some variations. You may choose standar form (with HDD 320GB 7,200rpm), or as an SSD up to 160GB. The X1 starts from $1,399 (standard form), but a 128GB SSD costs an extra $350; a 160GB SSD costs $430.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Full Specifications:

Processor	Intel Core i5-2520M (2.5GHz)
Operating System	Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
Video Graphics	Intel HD 3000
Memory	4GB, 1,333MHz DDR3 RAM
Display	13. inches widescreen, max resolution 1,366-by-768
Hard Drive	HDD 320GB 7,200rpm (standard)
Optical Drive	None
Network	Ethernet, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, optional mobile broadband
Ports	1 USB 3.0, 1 USB 2.0, 1 USB 2.0/eSATA combo port, SD card slot
Weight	3.8 pounds (4.6 with extra battery) / 4.7 pounds (5.5 with extra battery)
Batterey	up to 3 hours, 41 minutes

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Lenovo ThinkPad X220

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 Reviews

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 is one of the best laptop from Lenovo. This business ultraportable laptop successfully bring the soul of Lenovo X-Series laptops. It brings the lightweight, new Intel Core i5-2520M CPU (which use Intel's Sandy Bridge platform, a second-generation Intel Core processors), and fantastic battery life. For you frequent bussiness traveller, Lenovo ThinkPad X220 can be consedered as one of the best laptop for your need. Equipped with an improved keyboard which made up of larger keys, it offers fantastic typing experience. Lenovo ThinkPad X220 price starts from $1,299 (direct), some features (like extended warranty, on site repair, extra batterey, etc) are offerred by additional cost.

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 Design, Features, and Performance

In business ultraportables category, Lenovo ThinkPad X220 is belong to the first generation that relied its system to Intel Core i5-2520M processor (clock speed at 2.5GHz) which is a second-generation Intel Core processors (Sandy Bridge platform). Lenovo ThinkPad X220 equipped with integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000. It can handle 3D games like Crysis and Lost Planet 2, but not so good as compared with the non-integrated chip from Nvidia or ATI. However, combination of this low voltage processor plus integrated graphical chip support it batterey to achieve a long life. It uses 6-cell batterey at 63WH which can run up to 8 hours 40 minutes. You may have additional battery for $179.

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 has 12.5-inch widescreen (a 16-by-9 aspect ratio) with maximum resolution at 1,366-by-768. The X220's new keyboard are newly improved, its Escape and Delete keys are twice their original size. With its keyboeard design, you may have comfortable typing experience. It cons side maybe from its old all-black frame that not so stylish as aluminum-clad or silvery style. Lenovo ThinkPad X220 has strong phisical since it is subjected to a series of hard esistences tests before it released: moisture, vibrations, drops, and extreme temperature resistance. Its frame are build from solid magnesium, not cheap plastic. Amazingly, it only weights for X220 3.3 pounds. It's lighter than the some others in this class.

Special features offerred by Lenovo ThinkPad X220 is DisplayPort, that supports better stream audio and video in digital form. Other ports supplied are: VGA port a Webcam which has HD sensor to support video conference at 1,280-by-720 resolution (720p), an ExpressCard slot, three USB ports, Ethernet, and an SD card slot. Wireless connection supported by its Intel WiFi chips, Bluetooth, GPS, 3G (via Gobi), and 4G technologies. Its storege rely on a 320GB, 7200rpm hard drive. But for your concern, it doesn't have optical drive, its external optical drive is sold separately.

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 Full Specifications:

Processor	Intel Core i5-2520M (clock speed at 2.5GHz)
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Professional
Video Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory	4 GB DDR3
Display	screen size 12. inch widescreen, maximum resolution 1366 x 768
Hard Drive	HDD 320GB 7200 rpm
Optical Drive	none
Network	Ethernet, Intel WiFi chips, Bluetooth, GPS, 3G (via Gobi), and 4G technologies
Ports	VGA port, a Webcam which has HD sensor to support video conference at 1,280-by-720 resolution (720p), an ExpressCard slot, three USB ports, Ethernet, and an SD card slot
Weight	3.3 pounds
Batterey	up to 8 hours 40 minutes

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Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U

Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U Reviews

Another budget laptop released by Lenovo, the IdeaPad V570-1066A9U. With its 15.6-inch screen and Sandy Brigde Intel Core i5 processor, make this Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U as a dream laptop for less budget consumer. You may have Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U for only $629.99 (at Best Buy). Other nice features offerred are: WiDi 2.0 and WiMAX for your wireless connectivity, a sleek aluminum construction which rare in budget laptop, and consideerably spacious hard drive. But, some aspect you may concern are its slow-spinning hard drive and small Shift key which may bother your typing experience.

Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U Design, Features, and Performance

Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U system relies on Intel Core i5-2410M processor which build on Sandy Brigde platform (clock speed 2.3GHz) and 6GB DDR3 memory. Sandy Bridge supports better graphics subsystem, which means eventhough it uses integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 chipset, you still can run some game or 3D application. But hard 3D games like Crysis (DirectX 10) and Lost Planet 2 will be unplayable. Equipped with 48Wh 6-cell battery it passed for 4 hours 41 minutes on MobileMark 2007 test. With this batterey performance, its not to impresive, comparing with Dell Vostro 3350 which can stand for more than 9 hours.

Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U has 15.6-inch screen size with native resolution at 1,366x768. This large screen, will spoil you when playing video or another multimedia. Its frame are build from muted brushed grey metal on the lid and palm rest (mostly budget laptop chasses are constructed of plastic). Considering its size, it weighs only for 5.47 pounds. Still suitable for travelling. Ports and connection offerred are: 3 USB 2.0 ports, a USB/eSATA combo drive, audio jacks, card reader, Ethernet, VGA, and HDMI. Its also support Intel's Wireless Display (WiDi 2.0), which allows you to wirelessly stream your laptop's content to your HDTV up to 1080p. Its wireless connectivity relies on WiMAX and Wi-Fi 802.11n. Its 640GB hard drive is considerably spacious enough for your files and documents. But, for your concern, it spins at 5,400rpm.

Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066A9U Full Specifications:

Processor	Intel Core i5-2410M Sandy Brigde (clock speed 2.3GHz)
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Video Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory	6 GB DDR3
Display	screen size 15.6 inch widescreen, native resolution 1,366x768
Hard Drive	HDD 640GB 5400 rpm
Optical Drive	DVD+/-RW
Network	802.11n Wi-Fi, WiDi 2.0 and WiMAX
Ports	3 USB 2.0 ports, a USB/eSATA combo drive, audio jacks, card reader, Ethernet, VGA, HDMI, and a Webcam
Weight	5.47 pounds
Batterey	up to 4 hours 41 minutes

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MSI U270

• Brand
• MSI

• Type
• MSI U270

• Processor
• AMD Dual Core E-350(1.6 GHz)

• Memory
• 2GB DDR3

• Storage
• 320GB HDD

• Optical Drive
• No Optical Drive

• Graphics
• ATI Mobility Radeon HD 6310

• LCD Display
• 11.6" HD LED Display

• Expansion Slots
• Card Reader, Port USB, Webcam, Bluetooth

• Audio
• HD Audio, Built-in Mic, Speakers

• Network
• LAN 10/100 Mbps

• Wireless
• Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n

• Software
• DOS (Non OS)

• Available Color
• Black

• Warranty
• 1-Years International Warranty; 6-Month for Battery and Charger

• What's in the Box

• CD Recovery or Driver Built-in, Manual Book.

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MSI U135 DX

• Brand
• MSI

• Type
• MSI U135 DX

• Processor
• Intel Atom N570 Processor (1.66 GHz, 1MB L2, 667MHz FSB)

• Memory
• 1GB DDR3

• Storage
• 320GB HDD

• Optical Drive
• No Optical Drive

• Graphics
• Intel GMA 3150 (shared up to 256MB)

• LCD Display
• 10" WSVGA

• Expansion Slots
• Card Reader, Port USB, Webcam, Bluetooth

• Audio
• HD Audio, Built-in Mic, Speakers

• Network
• LAN 10/100 Mbps

• Wireless
• Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n

• Software
• DOS (Non OS)

• Available Color
• Black,Purpel,Pink,Red

• Warranty
• 1-Years International Warranty; 6-Month for Battery and Charger

• What's in the Box

• CD Recovery or Driver Built-in, Manual Book.

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