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Lenovo IdeaPad G780 (M843MGE)

Specifications

Lenovo IdeaPad G780 (M843MGE)
Lenovo IdeaPad G780 (M843MGE)
Processor
Intel Core i5-3210M 2 x 2.5 - 3.1 GHz, Ivy Bridge
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 475 MHz, Memory: 900 MHz, DDR3-VRAM, 296.73, Intel HD Graphics 4000
Memory
8 GB 
, 2x 4096 MB, PC3-12800 SO-DIMM, DDR3-RAM (1600 MHz), 2 slots, max. 16 GB
Display
17.30 inch 16:9, 1600 x 900 pixel, Samsung SEC4256, TFT LED, glossy: yes
Mainboard
Intel HM76 (Panther Point)
Storage
Seagate Momentus ST750LM022 HN-M750MB, 750 GB 
, 5400 rpm
Soundcard
Conexant Cx20590 @ Intel Panther Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller [C-1]
Connections
2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: 1 microphone, 1 headphone, Card Reader: SD / MMC card reader
Networking
Atheros AR8162/8166/8168 PCI-E Fast Ethernet (10/100MBit/s), Broadcom 802.11n (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
Optical drive
HL-DT-ST BDDVDRW CT40N
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 45 x 416 x 273 ( = 1.77 x 16.38 x 10.75 in)
Battery
48 Wh Lithium-Ion, 4400 mAh, 10.8 V, 0.3 kg
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: HD 720p
Additional features
Speakers: Dolby Advanced Audio v2 w/ 2 speakers, Keyboard: isolation keyboard, Keyboard Light: no, 24 Months Warranty
Weight
3 kg ( = 105.82 oz / 6.61 pounds), Power Supply: 468 g ( = 16.51 oz / 1.03 pounds)
Price
799 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 80.5% - good
Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 77%, features: 67%, display: 50% mobility: 74%, workmanship: 74%, ergonomy: 67%, emissions: 89%

Reviews for the Lenovo IdeaPad G780 (M843MGE)

81% Review Lenovo G780 Notebook | Notebookcheck
Wasted potential. Lenovo releases a multimedia laptop for just under 770 Euros (~$982) dubbed IdeaPad G780 (M843MGE). The case is the same as in the prior G770 range. Theoretically, the G780 sports strong components but practically, the potent hardware has been cropped ex-factory.
80% Lenovo G780 17.3-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Lenovo may have left the major 17-inch laptop market but their G780 is a surprising budget offering for those wanting a larger screen which some graphics capabilities behind it. This is one of the least expensive models out there to feature NVIDIA graphics. The design is hampered though by the omission of a USB 3.0 port for external storage options. This means that buyer's will have to weight the tradeoff between graphics and storage.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/31/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

Starkes Stück – Preiswertes 17-Zoll-Notebook zum Surfen und Spielen
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/31/2012
Rating: performance: 70% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M:

Multiple models based on various chips of the Fermi generation. Specifically, the GT 630M exists in GF108/GF106/GF116 variants, but are all essentially renamed GeForce GT 540M or 555M GPUs. A 28nm GF117 variant exists as well with reduced power consumption.

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.


17.30": This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


3 kg:

With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.


Lenovo: Lenovo ("Le" from English legend, novo (Latin) for new) was founded in 1984 as a Chinese computer trading company. As of 2004, the company was the largest laptop manufacturer in China and, after acquiring IBM's PC division in 2005, the fourth largest in the world. In addition to desktops and notebooks, the company manufactures monitors, projectors, servers, etc, and specializes in developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, personal computers, software, enterprise solutions and related services.

In 2016, the company ranked first in the world in computer sales. It still held it in 2023 with about 23% global market share. Important product lines are Thinkpad, Legion and Ideapad.

In 2011, it acquired a majority stake in Medion AG, a European computer hardware manufacturer. In 2014, Motorola Mobility was purchased, which gave Lenovo a boost in the smartphone market.


80.5%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.


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

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2013-01- 2 (Update: 2013-01- 2)