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Samsung Q330

Specifications

Samsung Q330
Samsung Q330 (Q330 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i3-350M 2 x 2.3 GHz, Arrandale
Display
13.30 inch 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixel, glossy: yes
Weight
2.4 kg ( = 84.66 oz / 5.29 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
700 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 79.61% - good
Average of 18 scores (from 22 reviews)
price: 71%, performance: 82%, features: 72%, display: 68% mobility: 61%, workmanship: 75%, ergonomy: 72%, emissions: 75%

Reviews for the Samsung Q330

80% Samsung Q330
Source: Channel Web English Archive.org version

Samsung’s Q330 laptop is thin and relatively light, weighing 2kg. It has a 13.3in screen which puts it firmly into the category in-between full-sized laptops and smaller, less-powerful netbook computers. One big distinguishing feature from a netbook is that Samsung has managed to squeeze a CD/DVD drive into the Q330, which is impressive given its thinness.

Relatively expensive for what it offers but if you need more power than a netbook it’s a good choice. 


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Samsung Q330
Source: Computer Active English Archive.org version

It has a 13.3in screen which puts it firmly into the category in-between full-sized laptops and smaller, less-powerful netbook computers. One big distinguishing feature from a netbook is that Samsung has managed to squeeze a CD/DVD drive into the Q330, which is impressive given its thinness. Relatively expensive for what it offers but if you need more power than a netbook it’s a good choice


Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/22/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Samsung Q330 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The Samsung Q330 is a fantastic mid-range laptop and a strong ultra-portable. Its performance particularly impresses given the slim chassis and slimmer price, while the overall build quality is something we'd expect from a more expensive machine. We'd highly recommend it to anyone who wants a reliable machine for use on the go.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/14/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Samsung Q330 laptop review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
Combining a sleek look with reasonable battery life and a high-quality display means the Samsung Q330 is a laptop worth looking at. Quick and quiet, it could well become a popular choice for busy executives looking for their next laptop upgrade. However it's slightly heavier than we expected and the Core i3 processor means it's by no means the fastest laptop around.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
30% Samsung Q330 laptop review
Source: Channel Web English Archive.org version
Combining a sleek look with reasonable battery life and a high-quality display means the Samsung Q330 is a laptop worth looking at. Quick and quiet, it could well become a popular choice for busy executives looking for their next laptop upgrade. However it's slightly heavier than we expected and the Core i3 processor means it's by no means the fastest laptop around.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 30%
80% Samsung Q330 laptop review
Source: Computing English Archive.org version
Combining a sleek look with reasonable battery life and a high-quality display means the Samsung Q330 is a laptop worth looking at. Quick and quiet, it could well become a popular choice for busy executives looking for their next laptop upgrade. However it's slightly heavier than we expected and the Core i3 processor means it's by no means the fastest laptop around.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Samsung Q330 review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
When it comes to making a laptop, striking the right balance between power and portability is a delicate task. The good news for us is that Samsung seems to have pulled it off with the 13.3-inch, ultra-portable Q330, while managing to keep the laptop just under the £600 mark. The 13.3-inch Samsung Q330 backs up its stunning performance with looks to match.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/20/2010
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Samsung Q330 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Adding to its already impressive foundation of consumer machines, the improved performance, build quality and materials of the Q330 make it one of the best entry-level ultraportables you can currently buy. At this low price, it's a deal that's impossible to ignore.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/30/2010
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Samsung Q330 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Aside from the silly touchpad placement, it's difficult to fault the Q330. It's durable, looks good, performs well and has very good battery life: all the things you need in a genuinely mobile laptop. Best of all, however, is the price. At £600 it's an absolute bargain, and one that won't need replacing any time soon.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/26/2010
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 100% performance: 80% features: 90% mobility: 80%
80% Samsung Q330 review
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Overall, this is a highly enjoyable laptop to use - the keys are comfortable, responsive and work well for fast typing. The styling, though not as standout as recent Samsung models, is designed to match the Jet mobile phone. The graphics card isn't good enough to deliver fast gameplay but that's about the weakest element in a light, manageable and effective notebook. Decent value, too.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/15/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Samsung Q330 review
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
 It might not carry the cache of a Macbook or VAIO but Samsung's model matches both for performance and looks. The only let down is the lack of a dedicated graphics card.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/09/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
83% Samsung Q330 review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Combines serious speed with great battery life, and doesn't cost the earth either.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/02/2010
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 100% performance: 83% features: 67%

Foreign Reviews

86% Samsung Q330 Aura i3-350M Suri
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/29/2011
Rating: Total score: 86%
78% Samsung Q330
Source: PC Go - 12/10 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 12/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 78%
86% Samsung Q330 Aura i3-350M Suri (Notebook)
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/30/2010
Rating: Total score: 86% price: 75% performance: 85% features: 100% display: 94% mobility: 75% ergonomy: 85%
80% Samsung Q330-Silver
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/29/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 90% features: 30% display: 30% mobility: 30% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
Лучшие ноутбуки 2010 года: Samsung Q330
Source: UPS Special RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/25/2010
Samsung Q330
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/06/2010
Rating: price: 30%
Samsung Q330: törperős
Source: Mobilport HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/25/2010
Rating: price: 70% performance: 80%
Samsung Q330
Source: Prohardver.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/13/2010
Rating: price: 40% mobility: 50% emissions: 60%
80% Samsung Q330
Source: NotebookTV.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/07/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 75% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 90%
80% Samsung Q330 notebook teszt
Source: Geeks.hu HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/30/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%

Comment

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics: Onboard graphics card that is built in the new Arrandale CPUs (Core i3 / i5 / i7 Dual Cores). Depending on the model and Turbo Boost, the GMA HD is clocked between 166 and 766 MHz.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

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


350M:

The Core i3-350M is technically a Core i5-430M without the Turbo Boost overlocking feature. Therefore, it always clocks with max. 2.26 GHz (of course Speedstep is included). Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


13.30":

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.


Samsung: Samsung Group is the largest South Korean conglomerate and was founded in 1938. Samsung Group employed 489,000 people in 2014 and is one of the world's largest companies in terms of revenue and market strength. The name Samsung means "Three Stars" in Korean and represents the three sons of the company's founder. The company was founded in 1938 as a grocery store. With its subsidiary Samsung Electronics, founded in 1969, Samsung took up the production of electrotechnical items, focusing on consumer electronics and household appliances at an early stage. Other branches in which the large corporation is active include mechanical engineering, automobiles (Hyundai), insurance, wholesale, real estate and leisure. Samsung manufactures a wide range of electronic products, including smartphones, televisions, home appliances and semiconductors. The company's Galaxy line of smartphones is one of the most popular in the world. Samsung is also a major player in the semiconductor industry, making memory chips and processors for many other electronics manufacturers.


79.61%: 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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Current Prices

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Stefan Hinum, 2010-07-18 (Update: 2012-05-26)