http://www.notebookcheck.net/ The 20 latest notebook reviews from NotebookCheck.net EN Notebookcheck http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:21:58 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Dell-Studio-1558-HD4570-Notebook.25411.0.html Multimedia Talent? Intel's Core 2 Duo predecessor, Core i5, start's its triumphal procession in the multimedia category. Dell naturally doesn't shy the zeitgeist and equips the Studio 1558 with a Core i5-520M. Because an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4560 is used instead of an integrated graphic unit, everything points to a balanced system that is suitable for almost every use. Read in our review if Dell has managed to create a rounded package.]]> reviews Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:59:32 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-DevilTech-Fire-DTX-Notebook.25403.0.html DirectX 11 gaming. DevilTech has given us its latest creation to test: the Fire DTX with brand-new ATI Mobility Radeon 5650 graphics. Having already carried out the first benchmarks, we now examine the machine itself from top to bottom. Its name should be the first clue as to what sort of notebook and clientele we are dealing with here. You guessed it - gaming!]]> reviews Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:05:01 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Lenovo-Thinkpad-T410-2522-3FG-Notebook.25368.0.html Just an illusion? Lenovo updates its T-range's 14.1 inch models to state-of-the-art with the Arrandale CPUs. The validated Thinkpad design and the qualities attached to it haven't been compromised on. Our prototype is equipped with a Core i7 620M CPU, a dedicated NVIDIA NVS 3100M graphic card and a 4 GB DDR3 RAM. Can the graphics be switched for energy saving reasons like in the T400 top models? We'll answer this question in the run of our comprehensive test course, as well.]]> reviews Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:39:06 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Asus-Eee-PC-1008P-Netbook.25311.0.html A Vision by Karim Rashid! Asus presented yet another 10.1 inch netbook at the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) with its Eee PC 1008P. The most striking innovation is probably the extravagant design by Karim Rashid, a US American designer, who is celebrated as "one of design's brightest stars". Functionality and haptics are to be focused on, whereas the IMR technology (In-Mold Roller) developed by Asus creates a very special coating.]]> reviews Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:17:01 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Sony-Vaio-VPC-X11S1E-B-Notebook.25267.0.html So small and yet a notebook. Be careful when you lift the Vaio X. It is so unexpectedly light that it might just fly out of your hand. That would be a shame as the 11.1 Inch-subnotebook with Intel's Atom CPU is well designed. Find out in our detailed test if there are more reasons to take good care of Sony's subnotebook.]]> reviews Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:18:11 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Nettops-with-ION-Graphics-in-Review.25268.0.html Desktop Computer in Miniature. Nvidia has hit a home run with its Ion chip set and supplies the Atom category with evidently more drive. Not only the pure performance gain but also the consequently extended application field connected with the chip set plays a significant role here. A Geforce 9400, CUDA, HDMI, eSATA and dual-core atom are judicious arguments found in current nettops. How the new generation manages and what they can be used for can be read in the following review.]]> reviews Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:14:44 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Hands-On-Asus-G73Jh-with-ATI-s-Mobility-Radeon-HD-5870.25103.0.html On a secret gaming mission. Asus wants to copy the design of a Stealth Bomber with its newest gaming machine, the G733h. The state-of-the-art technology is apt, in any case: A Core i7 CPU and an ATI Mobility Radeon 5870 graphic card give hope for a great performance. But a Stealth Fighter also needs a quiet operating noise. Find out in our hands-on if Asus' mission "Stealth Gaming" is successful.]]> reviews Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:43:40 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Dell-Vostro-V13-Notebook.25098.0.html Attractive but weak. The V13 is one of Dell's Vostro range of small-business notebooks, though you wouldn't know it to look at it. Its extremely slim exterior, with design elements borrowed from the Dell Adamo Thirteen, brings a touch of style to the dull business arena. The newcomer hopes to offer increased productivity and security, and is equipped with the latest technology. Find out how successful it is in our comprehensive review.]]> reviews Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:25:26 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Intel-Core-i3-i5-i7-Processors-Arrandale.25085.0.html “Shrink it again…” Intel, once again, turns the wheel in developing new CPUs a rung further. After changing the CPU architecture that as a result generated the efficient i7 quad-core chip last autumn, a step has now been taken in direction of minimizing the manufacturing process from 45 to 32 nanometers. The outcome: More transistors on a smaller area and which will hopefully also bring a performance gain. ]]> reviews Sun, 24 Jan 2010 06:23:51 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Fujitsu-Amilo-Pi-3660-EF9A-Notebook.25081.0.html Elegant Entertainer in Desktop Replacement Size. The Fujitsu Amilo Pi 3660 lines itself in among the desktop replacement devices with a size of 18.4 inches. At the same time, Fujitsu positions it as an entertainer for the consumer end market. The large-size laptop tries to address them with an attractive design. But it doesn't only look elegant. Above this, its interiors promise a good application and graphic performance. In the following, we'll take a detailed look at the Amilo 3560's strengths and weaknesses.]]> reviews Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:18:50 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-MSI-Wind-U135-Netbook.24913.0.html UpWind? The Wind models were counted to the pioneers of the unyielding netbook trend, beside the Eee PCs from Asus. It's no wonder then, that MSI offers fitting models a short time after the release of Intel's Pine Trail platform. The Wind U135 presents itself as a classic plain netbook at an especially attractive price. The netbook is allegedly available for starting at 299 euro.]]> reviews Sun, 17 Jan 2010 10:39:52 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Dell-Studio-1747-Notebook.24820.0.html Twenty-One or "Seventeen and Four". Those who choose Dell's Studio range, expect design, quality and of course computing power for multimedia and middle class gaming. The Studio 1747 is the biggest representative of the Studio range with a 17.3 inch display and having a four core processor from Intel's Core i7 family. The family members have often been hot-headed - what are the prospects for the Studio 1747?]]> reviews Fri, 15 Jan 2010 09:56:29 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Asus-Eee-PC-1005PE-Netbook.24722.0.html The Netbook Revolution!? Not yet officially released but already available - with the Eee PC 1005PE, Asus presents one of the first netbooks based on Intel's new Pine Trail range. Intel's new Atom N450 processor now contains the memory controller and the graphic engine (Intel GMA 3150), which allegedly consumes even less electricity. Read in this review about how the new netbook stands up against models with an Intel Atom N270 or N280 processor.]]> reviews Sat, 09 Jan 2010 06:21:34 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Asus-Eee-PC-1201N-Ion-Notebook.24498.0.html Ion meets Eee. As far as netbooks are concerned, Asus has always taken pride in its pioneer role in the various fields. Asus has, however, surprisingly allowed itself plenty of time as to the topic of Ion, so a powerful GeForce 9400M graphic card combined with an Intel Atom CPU, as there are already comparable competitor models on the market. But Asus wouldn't be Asus if there wasn't the one or other feature slumbering in the case.]]> reviews Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:11:41 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Dell-Studio-1558-Notebook.24496.0.html I just love reunions. Already in its nth edition, Dell releases the Dell Studio 15, and promptly equips it with the most current hardware in light of the Intel Core i5 launch. In plain text this means a Core i5 520M at 2.4 Ghz and the Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD graphics chip integrated onto the processor. Find out in this review whether this new combination confirms the suspicion of a price/performance champion.]]> reviews Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:49:30 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Asus-Eee-PC-T91-MT-Tablet.24438.0.html Has Asus turned the corner in tablet design? While other companies offer larger, higher performance tablets at a premium price, Asus has remained focused on netbook-style size and performance with its T91 MT, appealing to a much broader market with the relatively low price of €500. We took a closer look at the convertible tablet; find out what we uncovered in this review. ]]> reviews Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:58:47 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-HP-Pavilion-dm3-1010eg-laptop.23337.0.html Pure Subnotebook Entertainment With a Graphics Boost. HP is releasing the Pavilion dm3, a subnotebook for consumers, which should score points with its multimedia functionality and hybrid graphics. In this review, we will show you what the dm3 is really capable of and whether it lives up to HP's claims of the dm3 being a "light-weight" laptop with "heavy-weight" performance and up to 10 hours of battery life.]]> reviews Tue, 05 Jan 2010 07:50:48 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Toshiba-Qosmio-X500-10V-Notebook.24427.0.html Big Gamer with Multimedia Ambitions. Toshiba presents a 18.4 inch notebook that is predestined for gaming thanks to the heavy duty Core i7 processor and the allegedly efficient GeForce GTS 250M with its Qosmio X500-10V. The desktop replacement notebook is equally qualified as an entertainment system with an integrated BluRay drive, a FullHD resolution display and a sound system. Read in our review if these pretensions can be completely satisfied.]]> reviews Mon, 04 Jan 2010 07:06:15 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Asus-P50IJ-SO036X-notebook.24360.0.html Entry-level office device for professionals? With the P50IJ, Asus has expanded its business range with another model. With a matte display, this system is aimed at long-term usage in the professional daily grind. In terms of performance you can expect practical performance in standard office applications. You can find out how the P50IJ turns out in our tests and how well it meets the demands of a "business device".]]> reviews Sun, 03 Jan 2010 06:59:52 +0100 http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Toshiba-Satellite-T130-14T-Notebook.24359.0.html Super Thin, Light and Mobile? "Even more mobile, more elegant and considerably more efficient than any other notebook" - so much to the comparatives with which Toshiba promotes the T130 on its homepage. This laptop can't be placed into the category of notebooks already just because of its 13.3 inch size and thus actually participates in the subnotebook league. The built-in Intel Pentium SU4100 processor, a four gigabyte DDR3 RAM and the Intel GMA 4500 graphic chip set promise more than only "netbook power". In the best case, there should also be enough mobility supplied with a announced battery life of up to 10 hours. The following review shows how the Satellite T130 sustains in practice.]]> reviews Sat, 02 Jan 2010 06:52:14 +0100