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Gigabyte U2442N

Specifications

Gigabyte U2442N
Gigabyte U2442N (U2442 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i5-3210M 2 x 2.5 - 3.1 GHz, Ivy Bridge
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GT 640M - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 709 MHz, Memory: 900 MHz, DDR3-VRAM, ForceWare 296.68, Optimus
Memory
8 GB 
, 2x 4096 MB Transcend DDR3-1333 CL9, 2 Slots
Display
14.00 inch 16:9, 1600 x 900 pixel, LG LP140WD2-TLD2, TN, LED-Backlight, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel HM77 (Panther Point)
Storage
Crucial RealSSD M4-CT128M4SSD3, 128 GB 
, + Western Digital Scorpio Blue 750GB (5400 rpm)
Soundcard
Intel Panther Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller
Connections
2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Headphones + Microphone (each 3.5 mm jack), Card Reader: SD card reader
Networking
Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit-LAN (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Centrino Wireless-N 2230 (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 4.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 21 x 339 x 233 ( = 0.83 x 13.35 x 9.17 in)
Battery
44 Wh Lithium-Polymer, 4000 mAh
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 1.3 Megapixel
Additional features
Speakers: Stereo speakers, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 90 W power adapter, Leather bag, Driver CD, User's Manual, Gigabyte Smart Manager, 24 Months Warranty
Weight
1.69 kg ( = 59.61 oz / 3.73 pounds), Power Supply: 250 g ( = 8.82 oz / 0.55 pounds)
Price
1200 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 77% - good
Average of 5 scores (from 5 reviews)
price: 67%, performance: 90%, features: 74%, display: 71% mobility: 65%, workmanship: 71%, ergonomy: 84%, emissions: 80%

Reviews for the Gigabyte U2442N

81% Review Gigabyte U2442N Notebook | Notebookcheck
Ultra-mobile without Compromise? Ultrabook-slim yet high performance? The new Gigabyte U2442N promises just that and it delivers thanks to a HDD-SSD combo and the GT 640M graphics card.
80% Gigabyte Notebook
Source: Gadgetspeak English Archive.org version
A name I know for powerful PCs, here a notebook running Windows 8, it does however not have ‘touch’. So is it a desirable thing to have a fast powerful notebook that runs an operating system that uses a front end that restricts it? This Gigabyte Notebook measures 33x27x1.5cm and weighs 1.7kilos.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/19/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 100%
70% Gigabyte U2442N review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
If we were going by specs and price alone, this game-worthy Ultrabook with its innovative dual storage system would get our recommendation. Unfortunately, the Gigabyte U2442N’s average design, mediocre if high-res screen, indifferent touchpad and poor battery life put a spoke in that wheel. If you’re after a powerhouse ultraportable that you can play at least some games on and are willing to live with its faults, then the U2442N is definitely worth considering. For the rest of us, we’ll just have to hope Gigabyte’s next slim gaming effort improves on this admirable but ultimately flawed effort.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/14/2013
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% display: 70% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70%

Foreign Reviews

63% Gigabyte U2442 im Ultrabook Test
Source: Ultrabook King German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/22/2012
Rating: Total score: 63% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 70% display: 60% mobility: 50% workmanship: 60%
91% Klassisch, schlank und leistungsorientiert
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/26/2012
Rating: Total score: 91% performance: 90% display: 85% mobility: 75% ergonomy: 85% emissions: 85%
Обзор Gigabyte U2442N: мощный и недорогой игровой ультрабук
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: The price; aluminum case; 14-inch matte screen and high resolution; excellent SSD-drive; sufficient memory; powerful discrete graphics. Negative: Battery life.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/10/2012

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GT 640M: Middle class graphics card of the 600M series based on the 28nm GK107 chip (Kepler architecture).

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


3210M: Fast Ivy-Bridge-based dual-core, includes HD 4000 GPU, core clock 2.5 - 3.1 GHz» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


14.00":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Gigabyte: Gigabyte Technology is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer founded in 1986, best known for its motherboards and graphics cards. Gigabyte offers a wide range of products including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, monitors, systems and components. Gigabyte's laptops offer gaming and creative features on the go. Gigabyte monitors offer 4K Pro Gaming.


77%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 3317U

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GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3610QM, 2.3 kg
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GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 3210M, 2.3 kg

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Acer Aspire M3-581TG-33214G52
GeForce GT 640M, Core i3 3217U, 15.60", 2.1 kg
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GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 3210M, 15.60", 2.468 kg
Samsung 700Z5C-S02DE
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 3210M, 15.60", 2.4 kg
Acer Aspire M5-581TG-53314G12Mas
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 3317U, 15.60", 2.3 kg
Samsung 700Z5C-S01IT
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3615QM, 15.60", 2.4 kg
Cyberpower Xplorer X6-9120
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3610QM, 15.60", 2.8 kg
Toshiba Satellite P855-10G
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3610QM, 15.60", 2.9 kg
Acer Aspire V5 Touch
GeForce GT 640M, unknown, 15.60", 2.3 kg
Acer Aspire V3-571G-73614G50Makk
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3610QM, 15.60", 3.2 kg
Acer Aspire TimeLineU M5-581TG-73516G25Mass
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 2637M, 15.60", 2 kg
Acer Aspire M3-581TG-6736
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 2467M, 15.60", 2.1 kg
Acer Aspire M5-581TG-53314G52Mass
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 3317U, 15.60", 2.179 kg
Dell XPS 15 (L521X)
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3612QM, 15.60", 2.7 kg
Acer Aspire M5-581TG-9825
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3517U, 15.60", 2.3 kg
Dell XPS 15-L521X
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3612QM, 16.00", 2.6 kg
Acer Aspire V3-571G-9435
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3610QM, 15.60", 2.6 kg
Medion Akoya P7815-MD98063
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3612QM, 17.30", 3 kg
Sony Vaio SV-S151190X
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 3210M, 15.50", 2 kg
Acer Aspire M3-581TG-52464G52Mnk
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 2467M, 15.60", 2.1 kg
Acer Aspire V3-571G-73618G1TMakk
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3610QM, 15.60", 2.6 kg
Acer Aspire TimelineU M3-581TG-2464g520mnkk
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 2467M, 15.60", 2.1 kg
Acer Aspire M3-581TG-7376G25Mnkk
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 2637M, 15.60", 2.3 kg
Acer Aspire TimelineU M3-581TG-9326
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 2637M, 15.60", 2.3 kg
Toshiba Satellite P855
GeForce GT 640M, Core i7 3610QM, 15.60", 2.95 kg
Acer Aspire M3-581TG-52466G52Mnkk
GeForce GT 640M, Core i5 2467M, 15.60", 2.1 kg
Acer Aspire M3-581T-32364G34Mnkk
GeForce GT 640M, Core i3 2367M, 15.60", 2.3 kg
Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2012-10- 2 (Update: 2012-10- 2)