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Samsung RF711-S02DE

Specifications

Samsung RF711-S02DE
Samsung RF711-S02DE (RF711 Series)
Processor
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M - 1024 MB VRAM, Core: 672 MHz, DDR3, 8.17.12.6610
Memory
6 GB 
, Samsung, DDR3-1333, 667 MHz, max. 8 GB, 2 slots
Display
17.00 inch 16:9, 1600 x 900 pixel, LED backlight, glossy: yes
Mainboard
Intel ID0104
Storage
Hitachi Travelstar 5K500.B HTS545050B9A300, 500 GB 
, 5400 rpm, 2x Hitachi HTS545050B9A, 500 GB, 5400 rpm
Soundcard
Intel Cougar 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: 2 audio (headphone & microphone), Card Reader: 4in1 cardreader (SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC)
Networking
Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (10/100/1000MBit/s), Broadcom 802.11n (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth Bluetooth 3.0
Optical drive
TSSTcorp DVDWBD TS-LB23A
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 32.25 x 414 x 274 ( = 1.27 x 16.3 x 10.79 in)
Battery
48 Wh Lithium-Ion, 11.1 volt
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 1,3 Megapixel
Additional features
Multimedia POP, Samsung Support Center, User Guide, Norton Antivir (Testversion), Microsoft Office 2010 (trial version), Adobe Reader 9, 12 Months Warranty
Weight
2.89 kg ( = 101.94 oz / 6.37 pounds), Power Supply: 300 g ( = 10.58 oz / 0.66 pounds)
Price
1079 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 81.5% - good
Average of 6 scores (from 8 reviews)
price: 80%, performance: 85%, features: 74%, display: 71% mobility: 69%, workmanship: 77%, ergonomy: 76%, emissions: 91%

Reviews for the Samsung RF711-S02DE

82% Review Samsung RF711-S02DE Notebook | Notebookcheck
Multimedian. Samsung introduces the Sandy Bridge processors to the RF range and supplies a proper multimedia laptop that is even suitable for gaming in the RF711. Why this laptop wastes a part of its theoretical maximum performance can be read in our review.
85% Samsung RF711 17.3in Core i7 laptop
Source: Reg Hardware English Archive.org version
The screen is massive and comfortable to work on, and Samsung has used the width of the RF711 to great effect, with an ample, solid keyboard. It gets even better when you consider the price - compare this to the slightly slower Sony Vaio VPCF21Z1E, which costs nearly two grand and has a smaller screen, albeit a 3D-capable one with more pixels. With a street price currently under a thousand pounds, the RF711 is a great, portable (sort of), all-round computer. Just don’t call it a laptop.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/11/2011
Rating: Total score: 85%
70% Samsung RF711 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Samsung's RF711 is an affordable and stylish multimedia powerhouse that's stuffed with features and connectivity yet is held back by an average screen and speakers, not to mention battery life that can be measured in minutes rather than hours under intensive workloads. However, if you want its quad-core power, don't mind its weaknesses and your budget won't stretch to pricier rivals, it's definitely worth considering.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% mobility: 40% ergonomy: 70%
Samsung RF711- S02DE
Source: Gadgetmix English Archive.org version
Overall, for gaming, applications, overall temperature and noise, Samsung RF711 notebook meet the demands for a notebook enthusiast. The only issue here is the battery life. Overall, Samsung RF711 is a nice and reliable laptop to have for general computing and for multimedia experience. You can pick this Samsung RF711 up at Amazon for $1033.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/24/2011
80% Samsung RF711-S02 17.3-Inch Laptop Computer
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
If you're looking for an affordable gaming notebook that has a large screen, the Samsung RF711-S02 laptop is a contender. With a big 17.3-inch display, this laptop is surprisingly lightweight. Equipped with a quad-core 2nd Generation Intel Core i7 processor, the Samsung RF711-S02 also features a spacious hard drive and 4GB of DDR3 memory.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/14/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

Samsung RF711 S02
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/06/2011
Rating: performance: 70% features: 50% display: 50% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
90% Test: Samsung RF711 S02
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/09/2011
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 88% features: 92% display: 88% mobility: 83% ergonomy: 96% emissions: 93%
82% Test Samsung RF711-S02DE Notebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 87% display: 72% mobility: 75% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 82% emissions: 90%
Samsung RF711 im Test
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
strong performance, glossy display, keyboard with narrow layout
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/30/2011

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M:

Mid-range graphics card based on the GT 435M chip (GF108) with higher clock rates and DDR3 support.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

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


Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  


2630QM: Fast Quad-core processor based on the Sandy Bridge architecture with an integrated graphics card and dual-channel DDR3 memory controller. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


17.00":

This range for display formats was and is a rarity. It is larger than the general standard of 15 inches, but not yet in the range of large workstations. One usually has higher screen resolutions available, but portability suffers from that.

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


2.89 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.


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.


81.5%: 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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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2011-05-10 (Update: 2012-05-26)