Toshiba Satellite W30t-A-101

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Reviews for the Toshiba Satellite W30t-A-101

70% Toshiba W30T-A-101 review: a smartly designed and affordable 13.3-inch convertible laptop/tablet
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
The W30T does have its strong points, including an attractive screen and good battery life. However, its size and weight in both tablet and laptop modes is a clear weakness, and the W30T will struggle to compete against the many slimmer, lighter laptops and tablets that are now available.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/27/2014
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 60% features: 60% workmanship: 80%

60% Toshiba Satellite W30t
Source: It Pro Archive.org version
The Satellite W30t isn’t Toshiba's first detachable Windows 8 device. It enters the market where devices such as the HP EliteBook Revolve 810 and the Lenovo Yoga Pro 2 are already available. It's hard to recommend the W30t. If money is tight, buy another tablet and a good-quality keyboard – if not, spend a little more on a higher-quality machine like the Lenovo.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/03/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%

50% Toshiba Satellite W30T-A-101 review
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
Companies have tried to solve the hybrid issue in many different ways, but few have nailed it – and Toshiba isn’t the first firm to fall short when it comes to crafting a device that’s just as effective in both tablet and laptop modes. The weight, width and thickness of the screen means that the Satellite is uncomfortable to use as a tablet for any length of time, and the system is top-heavy in laptop mode – and the Toshiba’s poor keyboard makes us loathe to use it as a system for serious work.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/18/2014
Rating: Total score: 50% price: 60% performance: 50% features: 50% display: 50% mobility: 70% workmanship: 50% emissions: 70%

60% Two batteries, two parts and too clever for its own good
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Hybrids occupy a strange space in the market between tablets and laptops, and the Toshiba suffers by having one foot in both camps – it's a competent machine, but its heavyset design and mediocrity in key departments makes it difficult to recommend, with dedicated laptops and tablets doing each job with more aplomb. If you need a hybrid, though, the Lenovo Yoga 11S is a better choice despite its slightly slower processor: it's slimmer and lighter, looks better, and has a slick folding mechanism – and that's not to mention the bright, high-contrast screen or the excellent keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/31/2014
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 60% workmanship: 60%

Foreign Reviews

60% Satellite W30t : un hybride Toshiba trop épais et pas assez endurant
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/03/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%

75% Toshiba W30T Web : un hybride entre deux mondes
Source: Erenumerique FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 75%

Idealne połączenie tabletu i laptopa o dwóch smakach?
Source: PC Lab.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Quality of materials and workmanship; able to operate in tablet mode; very good display; long battery life. Negative: Screen; few expansion ports.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/08/2014

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With the increasing popularity and demand for tablet/laptop hybrids, Toshiba has released their Toshiba Satellite W30t-A-101 in order to contend for the top spot. The hybrid comes equipped with 4th generation Intel core i3-4020Y processor, making it one of the top tablets in terms of raw processing power alone. To top it off, it also comes with a 500 GB hard disk which can be replaced with a 256 GB SSD as well as 4GB DDR3 RAM. And if that was still not enough, the tablet hybrid has an integrated Intel HD Graphics 4200 further enhancing the graphics of this machine. One thing is for certain, unlike many hybrids, this tablet is certainly capable of heavy load.

The size however is leaning towards the bulkier side. The tablet measures 331.2 by 214.95 by 14 mm and weighs more than a kilogram making it twice larger than most conventional tablets. On the bright side, because of its larger size and heavier feel, it feels much stronger than other tablets. Even though the tablet comes with an integrated graphics card, unfortunately Toshiba did not capitalize on this. The 13.3”screen comes with only 1366 by 768 resolution making it very average. Although the IPS panel is capable of producing good quality color and pictures, it still lacks in some aspects.

In conclusion, the Toshiba Satellite W30t-A-101 is definitely capable of being a workhouse with more than average specifications with at the cost of being bulky and heavy. If you can overlook this, this device will be able to serve you well.

Intel HD Graphics 4200: Processor graphics card in some of the ULV Haswell CPUs with 20 EUs (GT2).

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.

4020Y: Haswell-based ULV dual-core processor clocked at 1.5 GHz (no Turbo Boost). Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4200 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.

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.

62.5%: Such a poor rating is rare. There are only a few notebooks that were rated even worse. The rating websites do not give a purchase recommendation here.

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

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