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Toshiba Portege Z30-A-12U

Specifications

Toshiba Portege Z30-A-12U
Toshiba Portege Z30-A-12U (Portege Z30 Series)
Processor
Graphics adapter
Intel HD Graphics 4400, Core: 1100 MHz, 9.18.10.3293
Memory
16 GB 
, 2x 8 GB DDR3L-1600, 2 of 2 slots occupied
Display
13.30 inch 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixel, Toshiba TOS5091, TN panel, LED backlight, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel Lynx Point-LP
Storage
Toshiba HG5d THNSNH256GMCT, 256 GB 
, mSATA
Soundcard
Intel Lynx Point-LP - High Definition Audio Controller
Connections
3 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm jack, Card Reader: SD/MMC, 1 SmartCard, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Smartcard reader
Networking
Intel Ethernet Connection I218-V (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Wireless-AC 3160 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 17.9 x 316 x 227 ( = 0.7 x 12.44 x 8.94 in)
Battery
52 Wh Lithium-Polymer, 4 cells
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64 Bit) + Windows 8 Pro (64 Bit)
Camera
Webcam: 2.0 Megapixel
Additional features
Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, Duster, 45 watts power supply, Windows 8.1 Pro on DVD, quick guide, McAfee Internet Security (test version), Toshiba PC Health Monitor, Toshiba Tempro
Weight
1.2 kg ( = 42.33 oz / 2.65 pounds), Power Supply: 260 g ( = 9.17 oz / 0.57 pounds)
Price
1500 Euro

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 85.5% - good
Average of 2 scores (from 1 reviews)
price: 78%, performance: 79%, features: 82%, display: 68% mobility: 82%, workmanship: 91%, ergonomy: 90%, emissions: 88%

Reviews for the Toshiba Portege Z30-A-12U

85% Review Toshiba Portégé Z30-A-12U Notebook | Notebookcheck
Marathon runner in business attire. A slim and extremely light magnesium case makes the Toshiba Portégé Z30 one of the most mobile notebooks of its range. The lavishly equipped 13-inch laptop further scores with long battery runtimes and great performance - but is this enough to justify the expensive price of almost 1,500 Euros (~$2038)?
86% Marathon-Ultrabook
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 86% price: 78% performance: 85% features: 92% display: 60% ergonomy: 94%

Comment

Intel HD Graphics 4400:

ULV integrated GPU (GT2) with 20 EUs found on certain Haswell CPU models.

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.  


4500U:

Haswell-based ULV dual-core processor clocked at 1.8 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.0 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4400 and a dual-channel DDR3 memory controller.

» 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.


Toshiba: Toshiba Corporation is a Japanese conglomerate or technology group. The company was established in 1939 and in 1978 Toshiba became the official company name. The company's products and services include power, industrial and social infrastructure systems, elevators and escalators, electronic components, semiconductors, hard drives, printers, batteries, lighting, logistics and information technology. Toshiba was one of the largest manufacturers of personal computers, consumer electronics, home appliances and medical equipment.


85.5%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.


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

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2014-03- 4 (Update: 2014-03- 4)