0 Samsung RC730-S05DE Notebook Review

A wolf in sheep's Samsung, have a powerful portable 17-inch mid-range of entertainment with a simple case. Samsung entertainment attracts customers with an Intel Quad Core GPU and NVIDIA Optimus switching. This promises a long battery life, along with high performance when needed. The concept of the height of its turnover?

The new Samsung RC730-S05DE managed to do in the ring in the race for the crown multimedia. When comparing prices, from its list of about € 650 (September 13, 2001). The device is so new at the time of our testing, not even on Samsung's website. Conveniently, the unit is not covered in stickers, unlike many other laptops. Therefore, the RC730 not leave immediately what components are inside, but what is offered does not have to hide. A test of the previous RC720 can be found by our Polish colleagues.

Powered by a Core i7 2630QM 2 GHz (up to 2.9 GHz with Turbo Boost) performance should be adequate for most purposes. Attractive graphics are supported by the coupling of an integrated Intel HD-3000 and most powerful GPU Nvidia GeForce GT 540, sporting 1GB of dedicated RAM, which differ from the amounts shown in the video preview. This should be enough for games with a maximum of the average demand for the power of the GPU.

The 17.3 "screen sports average brightness and resolution 1600x900 pixels decent to 16:9, which may a little higher for this size screen. Standard in this segment is a DVD burner, four gigabytes of DDR3 RAM and a 500 GB hard drive from Samsung. The processor is energy-saving function and Optimus GPU switching battery promises decent life, in spite of the performance. The weight of 6.6 pounds (3 kg) and 1.1 pounds (500 grams) for food is not portable, however.

In addition, there will be, RC730 is available in a variety of levels of other equipment. Are available, such as the Core i5, Blu-Ray writer, SSD, larger hard drives and more memory, as desired. Prices range from a high of almost $ 1,000.

Specifications Samsung RC730-S05DE :

• Processor : Intel Core i7 2630QM 2 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM65
• Memory : 4096 MB, DDR3-1333 (1x4 GByte, max. 8GByte, 2 Banks)
• Graphics adapter : NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M - 1024 MB, Core: 672 MHz, Memory: 900 MHz, Shader clock: 1344 MHz, NVIDIA Optimus, ForceWare 266.72
• Display : 17.3 inch 16:9, 1600x900 pixel, Samsung SEC544B, LED-Backlight, glossy: yes
• Harddisk : Samsung HN-M500MBB, 500GB 5400rpm 5400 rpm, 8 MByte Cache, Sata II 300
• Soundcard : Realtek High Definition Audio
• Connections : 4 USB 2.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Kopfhörer, Mikrofon, Card Reader: SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC
• Networking : Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (10/100/1000MBit), Intel Centrino Wireless-N 100 (bgn)
• Optical drive : Optiarc DVD RW AD-7717H
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 35 x 413 x 276
• Weight : 2.97 kg Power Supply: 0.458 kg
• Battery : 57 Wh Lithium-Ion, 5200mAh, 11.1V, 6 cells, Samsung Power Plus
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: SCB-1100N, 1.3 MP, 90W-power supply, short guide, security hints, warranty information, Cyberlink Media Suite, Cyberlink YouCam, Office 2010 Starter, Norton Internet Security, div. Samsung-Software, Games, 24 Months Warranty

Case
Planning RC730 is very common. The format is almost identical to its predecessor, RC720, just a slightly different color and surfaces are less brilliant. The blue backlit power button and keyboard are formulated in a dark silver reflections. With its rounded edges, the access point is rather thin, although it is about 4 / 5 "(20mm) thick at the front.

Matt surface is the base station to make a good impression, glossy cover and the line dashed frame to display the other hand, are fingerprint magnets. Cleaning cloth must always be at hand if you want to keep looking clean. workmanship is very good quality of everything is perception.

Samsung announces even the stability of the box. Samsung In the jargon, is called "DuraCase" and there is a noticeable difference. No cracks, even if you lift the entire laptop in a corner. No area of ​​the surface can be pushed, the keyboard does not flex the wrist and the rest is solid too. The cover is very stable despite its size and will not bend at all.

Only at the lower end just above the hinge, we found a weak point. To open the notebook, however, both hands are needed, such as hinges are exceptionally close, keeping the lid closed, without the need for a down payment. This prevents any pumping of the screen, but it takes two hands to open the unit might start getting on your nerves.

In general, for 1 3 / 8 "(35mm) thick candidate receives a very positive note. A small inconvenience, as always, is the weight of 6.5 lbs (2.97 kg), where n 'is not portable. In terms of size, is actually lighter than many competitors' 17 "units, and probably bought mainly for stationary applications where weight is not a big problem.

Connections
Selection of the interface is good, but do not offer large fires. Firewire, ExpressCard slot, eSATA and USB 3.0 are found. It will be difficult to quickly connect external hard drives. Otherwise, you get standard selections above. Four USB 2.0 ports on three sides allow connection of a limited number of devices. Once again, it could have been.

External monitors can be connected to a VGA connector or elders of a modern HDMI port. The quality of the VGA output port is good and shows only a slightly washed at the maximum resolution of 1920x1200. The necessary ports, such as audio, RJ45 network connector and a Kensington lock included with the addition of an SD card reader on the front.

The distribution of power is not optimal for left-handed, as you might have to deal with a stiff wire eventually. Electric power supply and audio jacks are also used to destroy the pleasure of the Left. "

In the rear, there is no room for connectors, due to the design of the hinges of the screen, but that is not the fan and one USB port, which remains unused. It's a shame, as the laptop would work much better on your desktop with multiple connectors on the back.

Communication
The RC 730 slides in this area:

A Realtek Gigabit LAN adapter and Intel Centrino N100 WiFi adapter with an antenna 150MBit / s is common, and so far no complaints.

It lacks a Bluetooth radio is difficult to understand. Bluetooth devices will not be able to connect to the Samsung laptop, unless you sacrifice a USB port for a Bluetooth device.

Software
Lamentable as is the custom, the RC 730 also comes with many pre-installed bloatware like Norton Internet Security or Office 2010 Starter version, games (as some demos), Cyberlink YouCam software and other Samsung. YouCam is a program that adds effects to your webcam output.

Even without the effects, the image of the camera of 1.3 MP is a bit noisy. Of all the software, Norton is boring, the rest is less discreet. However, a thorough cleaning, the removal of all that is probably desirable. The backup software and software to extend the battery life seems very useful, at least.

Accessories
The box is large, but the amount of standard equipment rather small. In addition to the 6-cell and 57 Wh laptop battery is only a 90W power supply cable, Quick start guide, safety information, warranty information, and a box of recovery CD. In addition, we note congratulations to buy the notebook TCO certified - at least.

Warranty
The laptop includes a two-year warranty in Germany and one year limited international warranty. An extended warranty is available. For repairs, send the unit, resulting in a loss of working time.

Input Devices
Keyboard
The keyboard is a clear highlight of CR 730. Some parts of the distribution may take time getting used to, but convinces us to use the full width of the laptop, in short, a specific action and keyboard included. You can easily write to it any longer and a digital input is easy and quiet comparable. No special function keys, only FN and F keys or combinations of buttons.

This, for example, how active the usual silence of Samsung, which makes the laptop very quiet. Beyond that, you can enable or disable the touch screen, WiFi, webcam and audio in this way. Many other functions are also immortalized as this. The chiclet keyboard is also good, but do not have backlit keys.

Touchpad
Unfortunately, the touchpad of the Elan is just as bad as the keyboard is good. Its size is about 9cm x 5.5cm 's, but it lacks precision and its surface is low. Fingers tend to "hold" often, and we always end up accidentally clicking on things. Theoretically sport multi-touch touchpad capacities up three fingers, but it rarely worked. Roll panels are listed in the software, but it lacks the border on the trackpad. Size and speed can be adjusted.

The buttons of the touchpad is distinguished from the ill-defined pressure point and click scary loud. Chrome surface feels unpleasant to the touch and looks fat faster.

Display
Samsung offers a screen RC 730, very glossy 17.3-inch 16:9 screen resolution of 1600x900 condition, although some may prefer to Full HD resolution and a screen this size. However, built on the GPU would have been enough games at higher resolutions, so the selected resolution is understandable.

It 'hard to understand why a show poor was built in a multimedia notebook. Gloss finish is a matter of preference, subjectively, more vibrant colors of glossy screens, but you can forget to use them outdoors, because they become mirrors displaying only their face. The contrast is below average at 156:1, which is associated with low black value of 1.33 cd/m2.

At least the screen brightness is not reduced even when on battery power, so you can continue to use its splendor. Only good lighting is left on the screen of this score, which is fairly uniform at 90%. But the result of this positive aspect is finished with a gloss medium low. A weak 199.2 cd/m2 is not enough to overshadow any reflections.

Displayed color space is insufficient, because the image has a blue tint that appears in the color space for all measurements. Users looking for a good presentation of the colors should look elsewhere. This can be seen when viewing the display part of the sRGB color space.

About two-thirds of the coverage, in particular the cover of warm colors missing, as you can tell in the underlying color space images. Even compared to his predecessor, RC720, the loss of quality is evident. RC730 can not even begin to compare the glossy screen MacBook Pro 17

Summarizes the subject of outdoor use, only one thing to say: The glossy screen brightness with mediocre work outside in a challenge.

Viewing angle
Our impression is not changed when you look at the angles. Even the results of lower divergence angle view aberrations and color brightness. Still have to change the position of the screen, or sometimes I feel it is impossible to find a good angle, as part of the screen always displays distorted colors.

All in all, one can say that the display, the Samsung production (type SEC544B), does not satisfy.

Performance
Processor: Intel Core i7-2630QM
Intel Core i7 CPU with 995 million transistors handles most tasks with ease. With performance than the previous generation Clarksfield, which is well equipped for complex tasks. The integrated Intel GPU HD-3000 is not a miracle of performance, but enough for common tasks.

TurboBoost lets you overclock a CPU core clock frequency of the normal 2.0 GHz to 2.9 GHz, or two cores overclock to 2.8 GHz hyperthreading Windows Tricks to think that there are eight cores to work with each of four physical cores provides 2 logical cores. Applications written to support multiple cores to respond to improve performance.

At least in theory, should work well. The reality is different with CR 730, more on this in the section of the temperature.

CPU performance
In the CPU benchmarks, the CPU makes a positive image. The results suggest that even the most complex tasks is not a problem for the processor. This is illustrated with 10 and 11.5 Cinebench benchmark results, which profit TurboBoost processor overclocked to 2.9 GHz 3661 points are on a level with all phones using this processor.

Cinebench 10 test with multiple heart score of 5077 points, the results of the RC 730 slides into the base camp environment. The Toshiba Satellite P770-10P equipped identically manages more than 600 points. Samsung RAM running in single channel mode might have something to do with it. The shading of 15,908 test points again to the area of ​​comparable laptops like the MSI GE620-i748W7P.

Cinebench 11.5, two tests can not open surprises. CPU Benchmark 4.6 points and 25.0 points, the OpenGL benchmark, the RC730 is responsible for all of its competitors.

System performance
Benchmark system, RC730 results somewhat comparable units, such as the Toshiba Satellite P770-10P. 6335 points in 3DMark Vantage and PCMark 2096 points 7 values ​​are not bad, but in the way of competition, might be a bit 'more. Why are the results of the result is less appear deeper test - the notebook is throttling problems under heavy load on a CPU and GPU.

Toshiba Satellite P770-10P can score 2688 points, such as 7 or with PCMark 6963 PCMark Vantage. Samsung RF711 is the only comparable laptop for the assembly, which makes it even lower, with 5,830 points in 3DMark Vantage.

GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M
Equipped with the GPU is a typical representative of the middle class today, and is suitable for games with a low or medium demand for graphics. The comparison can be found here.

Judging by the results 3DMark performance is equal to that of other notebooks with the same GPU. A score of 8244 points in 3DMark 06 is the height of the Sony Vaio F22S1E / B or the Toshiba Satellite P770-10P. The same goes for the GPU 3DMark Vantage test, where 3612 points to put it on par with the competition again. Little wonder then that the 3DMark 11 GPU results correspond closely to other laptops with the same GPU with 918 points.

RAM and hard drive
It offers no surprises and is the average of the current class. Samsung hard drive provides a continuous sequential playback speed 98.37 MB / s write speed of 96.86 MB / s. For a hard drive, this is pretty good.

RAM is a standard DDR3-1333 module. A single module of 4 GB is used, the results can probably be improved by dual channel mode by adding a second, identical RAM modules. This equipment does not appear to cause problems in the benchmarks.

Gaming Performance
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The components can imagine that the game down to the graphics application way would be the season of RC730, and benchmarks showed that this is true. Since many existing game benchmark, we only give a brief overview of the games tested on this notebook.

Total War: Shogun 2
For this game fairly new, there are no comparisons that many yet, so a test that seemed to be in order. Due to their demanding graphics engine, it really can be played with small details at a resolution of 1024x768 in DirectX 9. In this case, the frame rate of 141.9 is excellent, but does not provide eye candy. The Packard Bell EasyNote NX69-HR-127GE same but worse, with 2140m GPU Core i5 is only slightly behind with 135.8 fps.

Increases and graphical detail in the medium and raising the resolution 1280x720 at some point, the frame-rate drops dramatically, unplayable 11.1 frames per second. Great graphic detail, combined with 1920x1080 resolution to wither on the frequency is 6.9 FPS presentation.

Dirt 3
Once again, the RC730 works very well in the "ultra low" area with a resolution of 800x600 pixels. 134.6 FPS are three times more than necessary to play good. The performance of the Nexoc E643 with Core i5 2540M and 6730M Radeon HD remains.

Unlike Shogun, the graphics settings using 1024x768 pixels is perfectly usable. 62.5 frames per second in the same area as the Toshiba Satellite P770-10P with identical ingredients, with 61 FPS. Even with high graphical detail mode, 1360x768 resolution and 2x antialiasing, you get a playable speed of 38.9.

However, the low frame rate in the scenes of busy, visible stuttering. The Toshiba laptop is just mentioned it again at 38 FPS, as Nexoc E643 with 41.6 FPS. Only the details of ultra high resolution graphics FullHD 1920x1080 and antialiasing 4x is Samsung RC730 wave the white flag with 12.7 FPS.

Grand Theft Auto IV
Moreover, GTA IV is still very popular, and therefore a reference point should not be absent here. A benchmark with low graphics settings, all the sliders to a minimum and gives a resolution of 800x600 64.5 FPS. The Acer Aspire 5750G-2634G64 with a score of material identical match. Asus W90VP with an old Intel Core2Quad Q9000 and Radeon HD 4870 X2 is far behind here at 48.6 FPS. An example of continuous improvement in the CPU and GPU sector.

Medium with the parameters, the viewing distance 21/100, 10/100 and 50/100 for the cars in detail at a resolution of 1024x768 pixels, the RC730 is still very playable with an average rate of 47.6 FPS. A generation ago devil Tech Fire DTX with Intel Core i7 720QM and Radeon HD5650 is late by about 5 FPS.

Only the more graphic detail, and 1280x1024 resolution, frame rate will begin to bend a prominent place. An average of 28.8 FPS frame rate is not quite sufficient to ensure a constant game.

Verdict Games
As expected, the games with the graphics settings from low to medium term, without jerks. Everyone needs to know for themselves whether they want to play with most eye candy turned off. RC730 Portable Player is not true, but for casual games on occasion, be done. Especially with the native resolution 1600x900 screen, which mainly have to use low detail settings, like most of our benchmarks have been done with much lower resolutions.

Noise emission
In general, the RC730 is a silent partner. With low average load, the cooling system turns off the fan the opportunity, while the hard disk is audible with 31.2 dB (A) at a distance of 15 cm. Samsung's usual silence, the fan is switched off more frequently, or run at slower speeds, causing the laptop to get a little warmer.

However, it is a good choice for a quiet working environment is necessary. This requires patience on the part of the user, since the low noise level gets the heart pointing down to 800 MHz for simple office tasks, and is fine, but playing games like this would be impossible.

Loaded, the fan accelerates quickly, but without the intrusive. The maximum speed is not too hard, stirring signs positive score of 730 RC noise. The peak noise levels of 38.7 dB (A), which should not bother most people. In addition, a positive focus can be set by the fact that the fan has no bad habits, or howling like a button, and does not emit noise frequencies.

The only problem is the attention of the DVD with the picture above average noise levels. Once a movie is playing, it disappears, as well as reading and research of OCD is high.

Temperatures
Temperatures are as visible as the noise level in the first place. At low load, warms only slightly. No worry about a maximum of 29.6 ° C below the wrist support with 26.3 ° C and 21.5 ° C is almost cool. Under a medium load, and temperature of DVD playback rises no further.

Load situation changes, the upper surface of the left rear area above the fan is heated to 37.7 ° C, the wrist support is still relatively fresh. Thighs too hot is an area in the exhaust gas: up to 49 ° C to feet hurt even more battle hardened. The rest of the bottom surface remains at an acceptable temperature, so you can see the chart below.

In summary we can say that the RC730 is responsible for cooling and only for long gaming sessions, it is likely that if you find a table. The weakness mentioned above is the extremely hot exhaust is a bad reason:

Throttle Problem
After only a few minutes at full load on the CPU (using Prime95) and GPU (with Furmark), you will notice a significant loss of performance. At that time, the GPU temperature rises above 90 ° C and CPU well beyond 80 ° C. At that time, obtain kernel CPU clocked down from 2.0 GHz to 1.4 GHz only, causing a sharp drop in performance.

It could just be that our test model is a lemon, or, more likely that a sub-cooling system driven is unable to deal with waste heat from the relatively powerful hardware, the triggering mechanisms of protection in the CPU Intel to prevent overheating.

Only the depth at full load created by the synthetic benchmarks, which you rarely reach 100% load for the GPU and CPU in a different way. In actual use, this weakness is not as strong an influence, but you must take care that the fins are free of dust and dirt.

In Battlefield Bad Company 2 long session, only the turbo can not go on, so it has to do with all four cores running at 2.0 GHz only. The only solution is cool, or use something like the very experimental cooling solution is shown in the pictures below. The large fan has allowed me to avoid overheating and the resulting bottlenecks, but for everyday use, it seems very heavy.

For everyday use, Laptop cooling pads built-in fans are widely available today, as the NPC-D211 Notebook Check Xigmatek Shield tested.

Speakers
After delivery, the sound of two speakers mounted on the keyboard is flat and metallic. There is no joy in listening, but in the control panel of the listener properties, there is an option called "Sound Alive." It is simply an equalizer with the addition of low-frequency gain for education.

With the proposed adjustments, it is possible to persuade the speaker to emit sound quality acceptable. There are still, of course, the lack of serious, leaving the overall impression a bit hollow. The maximum volume is not very high, and tends to deform. Stakeholders are more useful for quiet environments. The integrated audio connector on the other side offers a good quality with very low whistles.

Battery Life
Power Consumption
The power draw is relatively modest for a laptop of this type. Depending on the parameters, pulling between 9.9 W and 14.6 W at rest. At full load, it pulls up to 86.2 watts from the network. Given a supply of 90 W of power, it is close to maximum draw. It's cutting it a little close, which means that food is probably not running in the most efficient of its curve. The draw maximum power varies due to the bottleneck problem mentioned earlier. In standby mode, it RC730 significant saving to 0.4 W.

Battery Life
At idle, using the screen reader test BatteryEater minimum brightness, all the radios and the profile of energy saving windows, the battery 57 White is always open for a maximum of 451 minutes. This value is not really useful, because with wifi off, screen brightness and the minimum energy saving profile, very few people will be able to do their job.

In a world of Internet surfing true test of a mixture of different websites, like YouTube, online games and animated sites, the RC730 always gets a solid 4 hours and 18 minutes. For a unit of 17 inches is a good time, enough to navigate in bed for a while without food as long as you adjust the brightness and a half. WIFI has been active in this test.

Another test of the real world is the DVD playback test, which lasted a maximum of 197 minutes - enough length film or a couple of suites of your favorite soap. This test was performed with the maximum brightness, wifi and the profile of energy saving active.

Under a load test in the Classic BatteryEater, with maximum brightness, wifi and the high performance profile activated, the battery keeps the notebook alive for up to 74 minutes.

Verdict
Samsung did many things right with the RC730, but also did many things wrong. The robust and comfortable to use the keyboard is an absolute success. Battery life is very good, especially with a 17 "screen. The service is high and shall be read, especially compared to the relatively low prices. But at this point, the laptop also fails with the cooling system of discrete to avoid the use of the full potential of the material.

Working with this laptop screen is not much fun, because they are constantly adjusting the viewing angle and color reproduction is poor.

Also, the unbelievably bad touch screen to bother the people who make use of touch panels. For testing, we switched to using a USB mouse on the exam.

In general, we say that the price of this laptop is justified, you are given a bit, but also denied a number, such as a selection of interfaces. He makes a grade of 80% but no more.

Thanks to Comtech, which have shown patience with the sample and Maximilian Moll for his help in taking photos.

0 Prestigio MultiPad PMP5080B Tablet Review

Video artist. Flat Multi PMP5080B compressed into 8-inch multi-touch screen (800x600 pixels), Gingerbread Android 2.3, Android Market, Google and rock chip RK2918 and pay € 199.

Meanwhile, Android tablets cheap Far East for a maximum of 250 € will be found a dozen dimes. The cost of the tablets do not differ much lower, at first, both in technique and attention. Recently, devices with a dual core processor, such as the Tegra 2, are even more confusing for the market entry level tablet.

However, as repeatedly demonstrated in tests of low-end price range the tablets with a dual-core SoC are not a guarantee for a comfortable work with the Slim Devices. It is increasingly difficult to separate the wheat from the chaff in the range of pills on a budget.

Moreover, it is known, the large manufacturers, only a few brands, such as the Archos Arnova or subsidiary, which specializes in a very economical unit, have done to build a big fan of the series with the fixed appliance, and a good service, including regular updates of the firmware.

Now, e-brand, Prestige, still relatively unknown in Germany, makes the company to win the hearts of customers. Instead, the prestige brand is a big wig in Eastern Europe. For example, Prestige is the market leader in navigation systems in Russia.

Rental company to launch a very attractive price of 8-inch tablet based on Android 2.3 Gingerbread, weighing about 510 grams is called Multi PMP5080B less than € 200 on the market. We also took an interesting Tablet Multi PMP5080B House because it is the ARM Cortex A8-based system-on-a-chip (SoC) companies RK2918 chip rock.

The rock fragments RK2918 is a single-core processor, but fans ARM attribute almost magical ability to nail an application processor size in the form of Full HD video playback. Thus, rock fragments RK2918 allegedly decode HD videos up to 1080p at 60 frames / s on the side of the material and thus is suitable as an HD player for HD-TV. It seems so exciting and we took multi PMP5080B Prestige and tested thoroughly.

Specifications Prestigio MultiPad PMP5080B :

• Processor : RK2918 1 GHz
• Memory : 512 MB
• Graphics adapter : unknown
• Display : 8 inch 4:3, 800x600 pixel, capacitive multi-touchscreen, glossy: yes
• Harddisk : GB 4GB NAND Flash
• Connections : 1 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI, Card Reader: Micro-SD, miniUSB, mini HDMI, Gyro Sensor
• Networking : 802.11 b/g/n (bgn)
• Optical drive : no
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 11 x 203 x 153
• Weight : 0.49 kg Power Supply: 0.158 kg
• Battery : Lithium-Polymer, 5400mAh
• Price : 199 Euro
• Operating System : Android 2.3
• Additional features : Webcam: 2MPix, leather case, Google applications, 24 Months Warranty

Case
Already, the first contact with the tablet Prestige feels good. The fingers feel a soft rubber and is maintained 203, 1 x 153.4 x 11.2 mm and approximate weight. PMP5080B Multipad Prestige 490 grams. It feels good and the tablet will not slip out of hand very quickly. In general, the Tablet PC PMP5080B Multipad Prestige, made a strong impression made and well balanced in the hand in both landscape and profile.

Our 8 inch tablet test candidate has no manufacturing defects. Gaps in the forehead, between the screen frame virtually less involved, are narrow throughout. Flipside The tablet seems to have been made in one piece. In addition to the openings of "reset" the two speakers and a microSD card slot, no additional covers or flaps maintenance here.

Connectivity
When House Multi PMP5080B held in a horizontal position, then the volume keys "VOL +" and "VOL" is on the left. Buttons to adjust or remove the built-in speakers are located at the top and bottom of Flipside. The power button, turning off Multi PMP5080B tablet PC and is located on the two volume buttons.

Multi PMP5080B the right to have a lot more to the right interfaces. Thus, 4-button switch with "ESC - to return to the previous page", "Menu - Options from the View menu," "Start - the splash screen" and "research - go to the home page of Google search" on the front. The keys are not lit and the occasional typo can happen in gray rooms, until the user is located. Integrated 2 megapixel camera is hidden in the upper right corner of the tablet in front.

The connector for power, a mini-HDMI video, opening the microphone, miniUSB 2.0 port (host) and a socket on the head or micro multi PMP5080B tablet right. The interfaces are protected from making multi PMP5080B Prestigio no caps or plugs for the ports.

Prestigio Multi PMP5080B hole is required for the "reset" to restore the compressed space supply, when nothing is not working properly, or if the display freezes the flip side of the lower right. You can also use microSD cards with capacities up to 32 GB in the vicinity. The card reader is easy to push the lid back and forth without too much fiddling.

Communication
In addition to USB and HDMI. The Prestigio multi PMP5080B wireless communication via WLAN offers 802.11 b / g / n for connecting to external devices and the world, as well as data sharing WiFi connection works fine with WPA2 and AES without delay in the completion of writing. After entering the desired data, it was available WLAN in seconds. The data connection was stable, and distinguished himself with a warm welcome. Access to public WiFi hotspots perfect, even on the road in various cities.

On the other hand, Multi PMP5080B no Bluetooth, and fast mobile radio via UMTS / HSDPA for internet access on the go. However, Prestigio PMP5080B a 2-megapixel webcam with base (1600x1200 pixels) for video chat and telephony. Image quality of the camera is fairly modest self.

Prestigio is not accessible via network shares SMB and UPnP Media Server for Multi PMP5080B work. For example, only the Archos tablets need the touch of a finger on the file icon to access external memory / UPnP and other computers or to share streams, photos, music and videos in the network (SMB) quickly and directly through the WLAN. But the user either to correct this with a USB cable or configure the Multi accordingly in PMP5080B.

Mini-HDMI adapter or an HDMI cable (mini-HDMI C-HDMI connector) is required to use Multi PMP5080B House as a video player to your TV. When connected, the resolution of 1920x1080p (50 or 60 Hz) can be selected from the menu control pad, select the "HDMI". We observed HD TV HDMI and Multi tablet just appeared on the TV menu PMP5080B immediately. The tablet screen is, however, turned off the TV mode. To become a touch screen in the dark guess.

Supplies
The Prestigio multi PMP5080B comes in attractive packaging. The box unit is supposed to involve rapidly inside its red background, and the lid of the box in the design of carbon. The first thing you notice in purchasing the cover in black leather for the tablet. It has a soft feel and high quality. The red stitching and slightly rough surface and coat of arms Prestigio more like a special edition of a unit that creates a low cost, € 200 the tablet.

Warranty
Apart from that, it Prestigio multi PMP5080B found naturally in the box and supplies usual complex as a quick start manual, safety advice obligatory, a USB cable and a 5 volt supply with two amps. Manufacturers generally do not include an HDMI cable to the tablet in this price range, and it is not the scope of Prestigio multi PMP5080B delivery either. A digital manual is installed on the tablet. Prestigio offers 2-year warranty on its Multi PMP5080B.

Input Devices
Keyboard
Flat Multi PMP5080B accepts inputs, such as rotate, zoom, scroll and fast response capacitive 8 "multi-touch screen. In the user interface elements, such as files and applications and the icons and symbols can be opened or moved to a touch of the fingers. PMP5080B Scripture Multi tablet has been carried out on a virtual QWERTY keyboard.

The keyboard automatically fades in the fields of browser, e-mail or the Office of the document text. A pressure point, the haptic feedback vibration, respectively, for example, is hardly in the tablets so far. The PMP5080B is no exception. Nevertheless, we manage very well after a short period of time in the test, and even write something longer texts is relatively easy.

The overall positive impression of the keyboard is, especially for touch PMP5080B dog very fast work. Reacts very quickly all kinds of acrobatics finger. Income, such as navigation, panning and zooming are implemented quickly and without any perceptible delay. We were really surprised that PMP5080B react very quickly in our tests and that it was possible to work comfortably and safely Gingerbread tablet.

Sensors
The PMP5080B uses Freescale MMA8451Q (accelerometer sensor G) and Asahi Kasei AK8973 as an electronic compass (3 axes) as sensors. Thus, compressed, respectively, the user is always in control even when the barriers are perilously close to a learning curve during a game Raging Thunder. PMP5080B also quickly detects multi direction of the tablet. Whether in the profile or landscape mode, multi turns the content accordingly and quickly in the display position on the right.

Display
Prestigio is Multi PMP5080B contains a glossy 8-inch screen with a resolution of 800x600 pixels and more popular as compact 4:3. Even Apple tablet, iPad, which still uses 4:3. While this suggests a thick black line on the screen when you look at the multimedia content such as movies new HD screen (16:9), many users find "format image frame" to watch and read e-books, e-paper documents and more comfortable.

Multi PMP5080B House is to show the brightness of the screen is the exact unit and professional luminance measurement system, the USB Monitor Mayo in the laboratory measurement. We define the maximum amount of 200 cd/m2 in the lower left, and 181.2 cd/m2 at the center of the screen with the measurement of luminance zone 9.

Multi PMP5080B the brightness is turned up to maximum. We measure the value of 0.35 cd/m2 black in the center of the bottom. LCD shows the center of 0.43 cd/m2. This leads to a contrast of 421:1 an important center of the Multi-screen PMP5080B - a very good price for this price range. PMP5080B there is no need to hide more expensive tablets.

According to the maximum brightness of the screen, Prestige Multi PMP5080B is a middle way for the entry-level tablets. Although the upper range radiate strongly iPad 2 and a maximum of 368 cd/m2 and 304 cd/m2 with the Motorola Xoom, PMP5080B must be approved around 100 cd/m2 less.

The difference in brightness between the Motorola and PMP5080B Xoom is a very clear vision of the comparison is obvious, indoors. This reduces the difference between the outside, because the two tables are simply very reflective. Xoom is a pleasant read, while in the shade.

Multi PMP5080B has no control over the miracles in terms of viewing angle, either. Although expensive IPS display with wide viewing angle can be read up to a very very good in all positions, low-end TN displays will fade quickly, and little can be identified far from the ideal position. When you look directly PMP5080B screen, sharp and high contrast make it fun to look at pictures and videos.

So in principle it is possible to easily accept PMP5080B screen for this price-performance ratio. Nothing better can be found between competition in this category of device. The Prestige Multipad pockets easily compressed PMP5080B previously tested, such as the Archos 101 and 10 Viewsonic ViewPad IT, with a contrast of 421:1, for example.

Performance

The multi PMP5080B calculate processor very interesting program or system on a chip (SoC) from the Chinese manufacturer, Fuzhou rock PMP5080B Chip Electronics Co. Ltd. is based on a single core RK2918 from rock fragments instead of a two popular SoC core. OMAP4 IT or Nvidia Tegra 2 in accordance with the motto: It should not always be a dual core, the RK2918 exploit the potential of Android 2.3 Gingerbread in the test. The tablet works very fast and stable in the test. Here are the details:

Rock Chip RK 2918 products at TSMC and 55 nanometers. It contains the IP Vivante graphics, model GC800, such as 3D/2D GPU in addition to the ARM Cortex A8 processor core NEON SIMD engine and clock up to 1.2 GHz (1 GHz PMP5080B), 512 KB of L2 cache. The graphics department also offers hardware acceleration for Adobe Flash Player 10.1.

Rock chips, RK 2918, however, integrates hardware-based 1080p HD decoding Open Source Google VP8 videocodec feature. VP8 video codec used by WebM open format. WebM Project is also a supplier of G, 1 Series IP Video Decoder Design, rock chips using the RK2918.

This seems interesting because video projects WebM 'series IP decoder hardware G 1 apparently operates with a clock frequency of 100 MHz less and is still able to decode 1080p video at 30 frames / s. Series G achieves a maximum of 60 frames / s depending on WebM project.

The G Series also supports an unlimited number of multi-channel decoding, which should allow the simultaneous playback of up to 10 SD video streams onto a chip. And all this with a very low consumption of less than 50 milliwatts of HD video decoding and less than 10 milliwatts in SD videos. We would like to take a look at that.

Memory
Multi has a capacity of only internal memory of 512 MB of RAM, and a rigid 4 GB of internal flash memory. HD Photo last vacation, MP3 music and video clips, movies and let the memory capacity to decrease rapidly Multi PMP5080B. PMP5080B configuration memory is poor, but producers will have to save somewhere in this category. At least you can expand the memory up to 32 GB with microSD / microSDHC card, which is now available at a very reasonable price.

Benchmark
Synthetic tests are a difficult thing. And even more free. The current situation between the benchmark Android allows everything, but very reliable and reproducible results in hardware and operating system version. This is partly due to a very wide dispersion of results, various optimizations, etc. However, we have sent to Multi PMP5080B House, through the "standard" test programs, which are currently used by other publishers. However, we did every test several times and the standard deviation is considered.

It quickly becomes clear: Rock RK2918 chip can not keep up Tegra 2 tablets a standard benchmark in terms of overall performance. Tablet with a dual-core SoC, such as the Tegra 2, but are usually a different price range. There are only a few exceptions.

Flat Multi PMP5080B still managed to get 30 410 points Rightware browser, for example, leaves, and Mark Creative Ziio with ZMS-08 behind. It ', however, lags behind Tegras. PMP5080B with the RK2918 chip away the rock reaches 181 points V8 Benchmark Suite Google version 6, and manages to put Ziio and the Archos 101, the OMAP3630 in the shade.

Counters PMP5080B creativity and Archos 101 ZiiO is with 14,600 in Mflops Linpack for Android. According to the Bench Quadrant scores, have multi leaving ZMS-08 increased from the base to 1562 points, but Archos is back with 1464 points. The result is interesting Smartbench 2011.

Although multi PMP5080B can keep pace with the Archos 101 It (745) and Creative ZiiO (661) in the productivity index, RK 2918 Index is clearly beaten game with 598 points. The other two tablets do with OMAP3630 1143, respectively 643 with ZMS-08. Vivante GPU apparently do not calculate GC800 by RK2918 as good as the PowerVR SGX 530 IT.

Not surprisingly, a similar situation occurs in the SunSpider JavaScript benchmark 0.9.1: Rockchip RK2918 The Multipad PMP5080B with a (7182.5 m) and the Archos 101 with an IT OMAP3630 (6978 ms) are nearly equal. The creative ZiiO ZSM-08 a clearly shows the back with 8695 ms. Finally, the PMP5080B also obtained an average score of 439 in Vellamo.

RK2918 chip and presented a rock solid performance at the level of TI OMAP3630 SoC that comparable benchmarks - but no more. In return occasionally RK2918 is always defeated in 3D and 2D performance.

Operating System (OS) and applications
Unlike many other bars in this price range, Prestige Multi PMP5080B not use the Google OS, Android version 2.1 or 2.2. Rather, it is already using version 2.3.1 Android Gingerbread, including access to the Google Android market with now over 500,000 applications are available for Android devices.

Gingerbread Android 2.3-compatible video format WebM container and includes a SIP client for VoIP, among other things. PMP5080B significantly Multipad The benefits of this when playing full HD video, for example, because the tablet with the processor calculates the Rockchip RK2918 Prestige application. More on this in the "Performance" in the context of the review. Flash content: The PMP5080B also supports Adobe Flash 10.1.

House has developed a unique and well designed user interface (UI) for desktop apps and 8-inch Multi PMP5080B Android tablet. What may seem old hat in the hardcore geeks Android, Windows allows you to find the newcomers immediately their way around the tablet input. Thus, 20 icons arranged Logo Flat screen design and home tablet allows the user to use and take all the necessary capabilities in a fast, well-structured in two levels of navigation.

Thank you for easy navigation for large group categories, such as "Life," "Business" and "entertainment", while a novice can easily find digital "Guide", an email client, calendar, camera menu, or just a part of the game. In addition, the user is aware of status updates, such as the latest news, weather and time through the RSS widget House.

In addition to native applications for Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, even our PMP5080B have applications for the convenience of downloading and reading e-books, e-commerce programs, financial experts, Google Finance, Mail, and maps , contact management and personal calendars, games like Raging Thunder Lite and Angry Birds, a translator and a weather app, but also a player for music and video on the tablet of memory. Documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF files can be edited with the installed version of Office Suite Professional Edition 3.0 from mobile systems.

Video Performance
In fact, it should be the RK2918 chip rock big time, and therefore also that of the Multi PMP5080B Prestigio. The PMP5080B can handle should AVI, 3GP, MP4, RM, RMVB, FLV, MKV, MOV to 1080p, and also make movies in full HD without any problems. PMP5080B and is supposed to be able to play Flash content in HD and YouTube clip without stuttering. We will review this issue.

We begin our practice video sites performance tests with ARD and ZDF. They are filled with animated elements, and so we only torture multi PMP5080B with websites of television stations in Germany. Web sites need a little time to start, but PMP5080B not have any problems with the visible display and rendering of all web elements.

The PMP5080B addressing both ard.de zdf.de and without hesitation. The next visit is made in the library of the ARD with the media, where we eat "Wilde Deutschland" (wild Germany) for a short time. No trace of the video stuttering here. The PMP5080B also plays clips seamlessly in the ZDF library - great.

Next stop: YouTube. Even YouTube clips in high definition is not a problem for the PMP5080B in the test. It rises gradually as PMP5080B, Rockchip RK2918 and the interior can show their strengths. We dare to try the clips in high definition 1080p. Unfortunately, the Internet connection, respectively, T-Online, disturbed our plan because the tablet several times to wait for data. Then, at night, we may record that PMP5080B can also play YouTube clips of 1080 without problems.

Later, we fed Flat Multi PMP5080B all types of films, a series of resolutions and bitrates. This includes the Nvidia PureVideo HD trailer for about 20 MB / sec and 1080p (60 Hz) video camera, 25 MB / s. We are not aware of the video jerking or stuttering during the game and film, and an HDMI connection to an external HD-TV. We PMP5080B did an excellent job in video playback. A simple compressed off the screen during an external TV HDMI is annoying.

Games
Multi PMP5080B House has not proven to be a real benchmark game. However, some nice games, which should provide a pleasant recreational trips are included in the factory. Pre-installed racing game, Raging Thunder Lite (demo version) can be played without problems Flat Multi PMP5080B. However, the game is more modest in terms of quality games.

Angry Birds cult game, a collection of Solitaire Card and Free Chess are also included. But the game of Google Android Market, such as sci-fi shooter Star Legends and Lane Splitter, where the user more than some breeds of motorway traffic, it is fun to play PMP5080B.

Emissions
System Noise
Also sensitive to the ears of the user is not annoyed when you work with Flat Multi PMP5080B. Not loud and noisy fan or hard drive noise - simply heavenly peace. Android tablet operates without a fan, so that the number is completely unobtrusive, even in a quiet environment.

Temperature
We measured a maximum temperature of 32.9 degrees in the lower right corner of the screen after one hour of operation at full load in a climatic chamber maintained at a constant temperature of 23 degrees Celsius (front of the device).

The average of the nine fields of measurement is only 29.4 degrees Celsius warmer. The maximum temperature measured on the back (in the temperature range based on the highest temperature) is 38.2 degrees Celsius. The processor of the tablet is also found here, and the temperature was raised, it is normal due to construction. The average temperature of 30.6 degrees Celsius discreet.

Basically, you can comfortably read an eBook on the Prestigio multi PMP5080B without burning your fingers or lap times, even on long train journeys. The tablet shows no abnormalities or negative outliers, while the determination of emissions in the test lab. Power is also the temperature is perfectly acceptable with a maximum of 35 degrees - very good.

Speakers
Reputation built on two small speakers on the part of the PMP5080B Multipad listening to music. As usual in this kind of device, the sensors that are unable to provide a solid foundation more solid, without differentiation. There is virtually no middle, slightly metallic and without any real low - the PMP5080B not sound better than the competition pills found in this price range. The user must use a headset, which can be connected to one side through a 3.5mm audio jack. The music of the headphone jack sounds good with our high quality Bose ear society in our ears.

Battery Life
Prestigio states a maximum range of 4 hours of video playback with lithium polymer battery with a capacity of 5400 mAh is used in the Multi PMP5080B. The tablet should last about six hours when the user PMP5080B as a music player for listening to favorite music. When we found in several trials, litotes Prestigio is quite exaggerated compared with the battery life PMP5080B. The works PMP5080B a condition much more battery than Prestigio specification indicates the test. But one thing after another.

In measuring performance, we chose to rock chips RK2918 power demand is about 400 mW at full load in the synthetic tests. In return, Rock Chip SoC RK2918 to load about 200 mW more realistic, such as video playback. But, depending on the used video codec and frame rate, this can also vary greatly in both directions (see photo).

Multipad PMP5080B screen consumes approx. 500 and 900 mW depending on the level of brightness. The power consumption of the tablet screen is 730 mW of average brightness. However, the measured velocities are taken with a pinch of salt than other practical tests show the battery life. No individual results can be considered as a real value. Representation at the table is very "hard" with excerpts from the relatively long time intervals.

Measuring results: Multi PMP5080B always need about 6 hours to recharge a battery 5400 mAh large. Multi PMP5080B average duration of 9 hours and 30 minutes to three in standby and active (!), WLAN (about 568 mW). PMP5080B reaches 9 hours and 15 minutes, after a video card. PMP5080B can play a video loop ARD media close to 6 hours (5:55).

Verdict
House offers a solid introduction to low-cost Internet and multimedia area of ​​the Gingerbread Tablet PC Multi PMP5080B. When the battery life of up to 9.5 hours, all working with no problems, smooth playback of Full HD video and accurate color, high contrast, Multi PMP5080B is recommended, therefore, a multimedia all-round good value for money-compressed performance.

The Multipad PMP5080B quickly finds fans of the test. The tablet is comfortable to hold, in collaboration with the user interface designed by Prestige is easy with a touch screen response and easy navigation. Market access and Google Android applications pre-installed is a pleasure - the Multipad PMP5080B is a welcome companion computer.

However, the user will always find an alternative to checking email or social networks new, for example, through a hotspot access / WLAN, smartphone or laptop tethering WLAN hotspot router, since the pill is not compatible with UMTS. The basis for low light and extreme dependence on viewing angle, low RK2918 processor performance 3D games and memory configuration low tablet are the things that we find unpleasant in PMP5080B.

If the tablet Android 3.x optimized honeycomb, dual-core processor, fast Internet access through the latest 3G/UMTS and honeycomb applications are not a must-have, the Multipad PMP5080B is a model affordable entry to a current price from 199 €.

0 Lenovo G770 M533AGE Notebook Review

Quick start time. The Lenovo G770 17.3-inch notebook is equipped with enhanced experience and VeriFace, which both aim to improve the performance of the operating system Windows 7. With Boot Optimizer EA G770 accelerates from zero to one hundred in less than 35 seconds. Only Vettel & Co. is faster than that.

Essential G770 series models has been improved for Windows 7 Lenovo Enhanced Experience, which reduces the switching on and off the operating system up to 66 percent. In addition, applications should be twice as fast because of this feature.

Lenovo has integrated with Intel Core i7 laptop in G770 (M533AGE model), which also contains one of two graphics cards. Together with the integrated HD Graphics 3000, is dedicated to the AMD Radeon graphics card included, which is equipped with 1024 MB of memory.

The core clock speed of the dual-core processor is an Intel 2.7 GHz and 3.4 GHz can be increased by using Turbo mode. M533AGE G770 17.3-inch display, which may present a resolution of 1600x900 pixels. In addition, there are also 8 GB of memory, 2.5-inch Hard Disk 750 GB of storage capacity, and x8 DVD included.

By default, the Lenovo G770 M533AGE only 4 GB of RAM included, however: the current supply of Cyberport also offers an additional 4 GB of RAM and a module suitable laptop bag itself. With this configuration, the Lenovo G770 M533AGE should be priced around 799 euros (VAT included).

Specifications Lenovo G770 M533AGE :

• Processor : Intel Core i7 2620M 2.7 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM65
• Memory : 8192 MB, 4 GByte Hynix HMT351S6BFR8C-H9, 4 GByte Kingston 99U5428-042.A00G
• Graphics adapter : AMD Radeon HD 6650M - 1024 MB, Core: 600 MHz, Memory: 800 MHz, (Whistler), 8.813.3.2000, AMD Catalyst 11.1
• Display : 17.3 inch 16:9, 1600x900 pixel, SAMSUNG 173KT01-L01, glossy: yes
• Harddisk : WDC WD7500BPVT-24HXZ, 750GB 5400rpm
• Soundcard : Intel Cougar Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller
• Connections : 3 USB 2.0, 1 USB 3.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: 1x line out / headphone output, microphone input, Card Reader: 5-in-1 Cardreader (MMC, MS, MS Pro, SD, xD)
• Networking : Atheros AR8152 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller (10/100MBit), Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter (bgn), 2.1 Bluetooth
• Optical drive : DVD +/- RW Double Layer
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 45 x 416 x 272
• Weight : 3 kg Power Supply: 0.48 kg
• Battery : 48 Wh Lithium-Ion, LG PABAS024, 6 cells, 47520 mWh
• Price : 799 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: 1, Lenovo OneKey Recovery, Lenovo ReadyComm ,ooVoo, McAfee VirusScan Plus 2009 (60 day trial version), Microsoft Office 2010 (60 day trial version), Cyberlink Power2Go, 2 Jahre Bring-In Months Warranty

Case
As for the appearance of Lenovo opted for a kind of style spoiler with a star schema. The area is certainly beautiful, and calls her look with polished metal. The case is almost identical to that used for the model of Lenovo G575 (15.6 inches).

The surfaces of the laptop attracts dust, unfortunately, in a magical way, and fingerprints quickly leave their mark as well. Lenovo's marketing slogan "The books can be opened easily with one hand" could not be confirmed by us as the basic unit also moves up when they try to lift the lid. After opening, the palm rest area of ​​brushed metal and a keyboard with separate numeric keypad AccuType appears.

Part of the 17.3-inch screen can be folded easily and can also be dented inward from behind. The two hinges do not give a reliable impression. During the review still had the feeling that they break at any time when the screen was opened as much as possible (~ 130 ° maximum opening angle). This was not the case, however, we still have a different idea of ​​what the stability is good.

The stability of the base unit is much better, and nothing can be bent or broken. The palm rest and keyboard and touchpad are very strong and are embedded in an aluminum plate. The look is reminiscent of the Dell Vostro 3555. The similarity is intriguing, and it seems that Lenovo has removed the chrome rims.

The Lenovo G770 weighs 3 kg, including all of the 6-cell battery. Adapter while the weight reaches a total of 480 grams. The dimensions of the book extends to 416x45x272 mm.

Connectivity
Number of ports and connections is limited to a minimum. Along with four USB ports, one of which supports USB 3.0, we find only one VGA, one HDMI port, two audio connectors (1x headphone, 1x microphone), and one of the RJ45 port. The last of which is only compatible with Fast Ethernet. It is, as regards the interfaces to go: No eSATA, no ExpressCard slot, and a DisplayPort connector.

The optical drive is on the right side, in this case an integrated DVD burner. A reader 5-in-1 is provided on the front right side of the laptop, and is protected by a fake card.

Location of the doors is only partially satisfactory 3-4 USB ports on the left side in front, when the distance between them is relatively small. If you use a large USB connector, this can quickly lead to problems. What is aware of all four USB ports, which were difficult to use. USB connectors, our test devices (USB mouse adapter, USB sticks and hard drives), it was difficult to connect to begin with.

On the back of the laptop was spared an interface or port, and there is no connector for docking station according to the laptop.

Communications
Lenovo G770 offers several options for connecting to your home or work, and then the internet. On the other hand is a Fast Ethernet port (10/100 compatible) wired option available, but on the other hand provides integrated wireless LAN communications using the IEEE 802.11b/g/n. Bluetooth is also included.

Security
Among the security features are the security lock (Kensington) and facial recognition software (VeriFace). Logging in place of the registered users with VeriFace without entering a password. By using the integrated webcam to analyze and check the face of users and allow access if it is (I hope). Unfortunately, the G770 does not have a fingerprint reader.

Accessories
In addition to the laptop and AC adapter, nothing more is included. Many software and manuals are available either on the hard disk or can be found on the Internet. Recovery files for the operating system, including all drivers can be created with the application 7.0 "OneKey Recovery." We were unable to find special accessories for the G770 in the online store. Just mouse, batteries and bags (all models) is provided.

Software
Together with the operating system Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit with SP1), the following programs are installed on Lenovo notebooks: Microsoft Office 2010 (60 days trial), CyberLink Power2Go, Cyberlink YouCam, McAfee VirusScan Plus 2009 (60 days test), ooVoo (video chat software).

Much more interesting, however, are other programs that will improve your Lenovo laptop. One of these is the power configuration software (Lenovo Energy Management), which offers several presets, and is simpler than the solution offered by Windows. ReadyComm 4.0 is integrated with the software management of communications with an intuitive user interface allows, President and CEO, and connections to the Internet. Facial recognition software for the blood to open notebook users do have the right of the screen in front.

Face Detection also worked aftershave and visit Seville (hairdresser)
What is also interesting is that unregistered users can leave a message via VeriFace, similar to a digital answering machine.

Another program that is put to good use in the G770, Lenovo Boot Optimizer is EE. With this, it is possible to optimize the boot process for Windows 7 that can get to work faster on the laptop. In addition to stopping and starting applications is also accelerated with EE Boot Optimizer.

We were able to reduce start-up, check the device for 60 seconds to 35 seconds. It starts the standby mode is also faster with this tool.

Warranty
The warranty period for this model a period of 24 months and includes a Bring-In Service. This can be extended with an "A three-year collect and return" policy for about 150 euros.

Input Devices
Keyboard
The keyboard with separate numeric keypad stuck, almost as if stuck in the database. There is enough space on both sides it was possible to distribute the additional keys. However there is still enough space between each key to allow a precise fast typing.

Registration for the Fn key combinations have been less successful. Description Orange characteristics that are recognizable under conditions of good lighting and view them in a dark environment is almost impossible. The addition of a backlit keyboard (like the Dell Vostro 3555) was a way to solve this problem.

During testing, we noticed a small noise that writing was not even annoying. The pressure point of the keys is very good when the slightly curved shape and concave buttons can when you write.

Touchpad
The touch pad keyboard in front of a number of features stand out: these are all pleasantly spacious, slightly irregular surface, the scroll area can be found, and corporate control. Using the key combination Fn + F6 keys touchpad can be disabled. Unfortunately, the appropriate LED will not be released.

Webcam
The 2-megapixel webcam in the middle of the screen of 17.3 inches can be used to take pictures and record videos, but may be disabled. The webcam is also used to VeriFace facial recognition software.

Display
Lenovo G770 is equipped with 17.3-inch backlit reflective screen (43.9 cm). Samsung panel (L01-173KT01) will be able to present a resolution of 1600x900 pixels ratio is 16:9. The screen surface is very shiny, and, unfortunately, reflects a more or less everything in front of it. Reflections of users belonging to another on a daily basis during the review period.

Using a VGA or HDMI port side of the G770, you can connect other external monitor / display. When a laptop can be used in the middle of a multi-display configuration. External resolution can be set up to 2560x1600 pixels.

The bright 17-inch screen was developed to measure our "nine points". We have measured values ​​between 176 and 204 cd / m² (average reading of 187.1 cd / m²). The backlight was at 86 percent. We also determined the black level to maximum brightness. It was at 1.35 cd / m². The contrast is therefore only an average ratio of 151:1.

The panel-type reflections improves color perception optically, which does not affect the measurements. Representable color space does not cover the entire spectrum sRGB, but this is something that should concern only graphics and image editors.

For outdoor use reflections in bright screen became upset during use. Under direct sunlight the images displayed were almost unrecognizable. In the shadows were still able to see the images that appear relatively well. One thing that struck us, however, is that the glossy screen frame much thought to the surrounding garden.

Photo on the right seems almost as if we forgot to remove the protective film, which is attached to the notebook display many when decisions are made. This laptop has presented without a protective film on the screen though.

The viewing angles of the screen are not that great with this laptop Lenovo. When the screen is placed at an angle of 90 degrees, the images shown are easy to see on the front and sides. The colors displayed on the screen of 17 inches are saturated and have a good contrast.

If the screen is moved up or down, displaying the content becomes upside down. With an angle of + / - 45 degrees, the images are almost unrecognizable. We only had proof that the contents of the test is displayed. The images were too upside down, or the display of light in these positions.

Performance
Lenovo G770 Intel Core i7 uses a 2620m 4 MB of Level 3 cache. Dual-core processor-based architecture Sandy Bridge (32 nm production process, 624 million transistors of the die size of 149 mm ²). CPU: Intel can handle up to four threads simultaneously thanks to Hyper-Threading. 2620m Core i7 is the basic clock frequency is 2.7 GHz, single core and can overclock up to 3.4 GHz, thanks to the Turbo Boost technology. The requirement here is just a CPU cooler. Higher temperatures in the nucleus was less than the turbo boost was used.

The heart of Intel dual processor has integrated DirectX 10 graphics chip - Intel HD Graphics 3000 - and the memory controller (DDR3-1066/1333 memory controller, up to 8 GB). Using DPC Latency Checker program, we tested the potential problems with latency interfaces, as a result of timing errors that can occur with external hardware.

As the screenshot indicates, not all measurements were green. We found errors in the synchronization of this laptop a result of our measurements (clearly visible as red columns). When the red columns are visible, it means that the potential limitations when transferring data, such as audio and video.

With Cinebench R10 (single report) in 64-bit mode, the G770 Lenovo slightly below the expected level of performance of Core i7 processors, with a score of 5360 points. With multi-rendering (64 bits) with the same reference point, he was able to correct Lenovo faults passed with a score of 11,711 points.

With Cinebench R11.5 (64-bit CPU), we were able to determine the average score of 3.1 points. Using the laptop benchmark PCMark Vantage managed to score 8561 points, putting the top-level results. Judging points, laptops would fit between the Nexoc E643 (P 8363) and the MSI GT780R (P 8599).

There are two options available for your Lenovo G770 graphics processing: On the other hand HD 3000 Integrated Graphics Intel Core i7, and the other dedicated to the card AMD Radeon HD 6650M graphics. Depending on the application, and power consumption (battery or less), users can decide which graphics option for individual programs should be used.

The move to Intel and AMD graphics cards do not require restarting the laptop. During battery operation, users are recommended to use the integrated HD 3000 graphics Core i7 CPU, because the ATI Radeon HD 6650M requires considerably more power.

The AMD Radeon HD 6650M is not only faster than the integrated graphics chip, but also supports DirectX 11.

To compare the two graphics options, we realized the individual benchmarks Futuremark times more series. Time with the HD 3000 Graphics, and once with AMD Radeon HD 6650M: The benchmark 3DMark 06 led 3980 (Intel) vs. 8177 (AMD) points, which shows an improvement of ~ 105 percent with graphics cards AMD. A comparison with 3DMark 11, it was not possible due to incompatibility with DirectX 11 (Intel graphics).

The rest of the Futuremark benchmark series in line with expectations of a good reference point for comparison with other results in our reference database.

Stress Test
We are not able to notice the negative things of 2620m Intel Core i7 during our stress tests simulated. Processor clock speed of 3.0 GHz was originally, and gradually varies from about 2.7 GHz during the 90 minutes of stress testing. Clock frequency is below the base speed of the Core i7 clock 2620m at any time.

HDD performance
The hard drive on Lenovo's laptop is a 2.5-inch drive from Western Digital. The model WD7500BPVT-24HXZ tour with 5400 rpm and has a storage capacity of 750 GB (total). The reader of the Scorpio Blue series has an 8 MB cache, and is connected to SATA-II.

The average transfer rate was determined using "HD Tune Pro, and came to 75.1 MB / s on average. The measurement of the explosion determines a value of 115.2 MB / s. The results obtained with" CrystalDiskMark " the test program were slightly higher.

Gaming Verdict
With the HD 3000 integrated graphics in Intel, it is only possible to play some games, even during mobile use. The frame rate with graphics intensive games such as Mafia II is less playable (<9 fps), even with the resolution set at low (800x600).

Using the dedicated graphics card (Radeon HD 6650M), the device has a significantly better performance, and even lead to acceptable frame rates with higher resolution settings. If users are willing to compromise, and scale back the detail settings or resolution of 1024x786, so that all games can be played with smooth frame rates as well.

What current game works, how well the mobile graphics cards can be found in our extensive computer database "on graphics cards for laptops."

Emissions
The system noise
Even if the fan is always active G770 notebook, we were not able to measure the noise level of no more than 37.6 dB (A). Our distance from the measuring device (VOLTCRAFT SL-320) was 15 cm.

During the different test scenarios of the laptop is barely visible in terms of system noise. A burst of activity of the cooling fan was not audible at any time. At an average distance of about 60 cm, was the "drone" barely audible. During video playback, the fan is audible during quiet passages of the film.

Temperature
With a high processing load is mainly the left area of ​​the laptop that the increase in temperature, which increases to 40.6 degrees Celsius. It is also the area where the vents are located, through which the heat of the internal components are carried out.

On the right side of the cell surface is significantly cooler, even with a high processing load. We measured about 20 degrees Celsius in this area in an inactive state. With a high processing load on CPU and GPU, only the measured temperature field risen by about 4 degrees.

Temperatures in the area before the laptop (Palm rest area / touchpad) found differences of up to 10 degrees. 24.7 degrees was measured in an inactive state, compared to 33.4 degrees with a processing load.

The AC adapter has also been given a lot of stress test more power, and therefore becomes hotter. Temperatures measured in this case was 50.3 degrees, 24.1 degrees to the sleep mode.

Speakers
G770 is equipped with two small speakers in the laptop to produce the basic sound. The sound quality is unfortunately limited due to the lack of bass. The volume up, you realize that the laptop is bouncing up and down, and the sound becomes very distorted.

Battery Life
The power consumption of laptop Lenovo is 0.6 watts in standby mode. When you are out of our measurement device was 0.3 Watts. In a state of rest, consumption was determined between 8 and 15.9 Watts Watts out of the plug.

During the first measurement of the brightness was turned down, the WLAN is turned off and the power plan was to save energy. The opposite was the case of the second measure: the maximum brightness, power plan in the position best performance, and WLAN enabled.

For the highest power consumption (high processing load to maximum brightness, no power saving settings, WLAN active), we measured a total of 73.7 watts.

The first battery of tests, the "Classic Test" by BatteryEater (maximum brightness, WLAN off) resulted in only a battery life of 57 minutes, after several iterations. Using the "test readers", the maximum power saving, wireless connections turned off and the lowest brightness, the battery lasts 4 hours and 13 minutes. Navigate using the built-in wireless LAN: in this case, the battery lasts 2 hours and 50 minutes. During the test, the screen brightness was set to appear in the photos were clearly visible.

Verdict
Lenovo G770 has left a good impression, although additional features such as VeriFace and EE Boot Optimizer makes the greatest contribution in this regard. The hardware of the laptop of 17.3 inches, which consists of a 2620m Core i7, AMD Radeon HD 6650M one, and 8 GB of RAM and a 750 GB hard drive, rounds the whole package. Fast CPU, graphics card compatible games, and lots of storage space, what more could you want?

When the battery, integrated HD 3000 Graphics with Intel CPUs can be used as an alternative to AMD graphics card, in order to prolong battery life significantly. Comfort offered by Nvidia GPU Optimus pass is not available.

The 17.3-inch screen on the G770 has not been able to impress: its reflective surface may look good, but work inside. Colors and contrast are present and in the ideal viewing angle, but a light quickly lead to strong reflections.

With a total weight of 3 kg, the G770 is not exactly an ideal laptop for outdoor use, but is more suitable as a desktop replacement and the work device. In this scenario, the relatively short battery life of approximately 3 hours much more sense.

At present, the Lenovo G770-M533AGE obtained from Cyberport to 799 euros. As part of an inclusive agreement, the laptop is equipped with 8 GB of RAM instead of the standard 4 gigabytes. In addition, a laptop bag suitable Cyberport is also free of charge.

0 Asus P43SJ-VO006X Notebook Review

Worthy successor? Asus now offers P43SJ P42JC successor. Apart from a new processor and a new graphics card has not changed much at first glance. But what seems a practical use?

We had the predecessor to P43SJ Asus laptop, the Asus P42JC, review some time ago. Even then, the laptop was able to make a good impression.

Some changes were made in the new version of the notebook. The material has been revised. Thus, Intel Sandy Bridge are now also found its way into the business of Asus laptops. Even a new graphics card was included in the case of 14 inches.

We will put the laptop through its paces in the following analysis, in particular, to determine to what extent the impact of new model updates.

Specifications Asus P43SJ-VO006X :

• Processor : Intel Core i5 2410M 2.3 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM65
• Memory : 4096 MB, MByte Samsung, DDR3, 1333 MHz, max. 8 GB, 2 banks
• Graphics adapter : NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M, Core: 405 MHz, DDR3, 8.17.12.6721
• Display : 14 inch 16:9, 1366x768 pixel, BT140GW02V9, LED backlight, glossy: no
• Harddisk : WDC WD3200BPVT-80ZEST0, 320GB 5.400rpm
• Soundcard : Realtek ALC269
• Connections : 3 USB 2.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: microphone in, headphone out, Card Reader: 4in1 card reader (SD/ MS/ MMC),
• Networking : Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit-LAN (10/100/1000MBit), Atheros AR9002WB-1NG Wireless Network Adapter (bgn), V2.1+EDR (Optional) Bluetooth
• Optical drive : HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GT34N
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 34 x 349 x 235
• Weight : 2.3 kg Power Supply: 0.34 kg
• Battery : 56 Wh Lithium-Ion, 6 cell, 10.8 volt
• Price : 749 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: 0.4 Megapixel, Microsoft Office 2010 Starter - purchasing a license is mandatory for full version, various ASUS user tools, 24 Months Warranty, notebook, battery, power adapter, documentation, driver DVD

Case
Not much has changed in the Asus P43JC compared with P42JC model. The predecessor seems to have been maintained. There are slight variations in dimensions, but mentions nothing. Therefore, we refer to the revision of the Asus P42JC in design.

In terms of production quality, the Asus P43SJ impressive. The finish is very solid throughout. Our tests also show pressure. No matter where pressure is applied to the base, do not surface. Even the keyboard does not give under pressure. Only the display may have a greater torsional rigidity and hinges that are supposed to hold the screen in place, could have been pulled a little tighter.

Connectivity
Unfortunately we can not say that extensive P43SJ has a range of interfaces. As in the P42JC, Asus cuts back on connectivity and P43SJ team with the most important ports. Because USB 3.0 is still fairly new and not so widespread P42JC was released, it was easy to overlook the fact that the harbor.

Meanwhile, the USB 3.0 is much wider so that at least one USB 3.0 port to expect in business laptops. At least Asus has updated the microphone of the deceased, who was on the Asus P42JC. However, the scope is disappointing early interfaces.

We would also like to see the placement interface changed. All interfaces are always in the area before the sides of the notebook. Can quickly become crowded, especially when there are multiple devices connected to the laptop. Therefore, a jumble of cables belonging to the Asus P43SJ.

Delivery
Asus P43SJ scope of supply is not exactly abundant, but nevertheless characterized the included supplies from other manufacturers. In addition to the usual documentation regarding warranty and fast start, there is also a DVD with all drivers phones. Installation is simple, but very long and tedious.

Security
As for the laptop computer has security features include Asus LoJack, protecting user to start the BIOS, HDD User Password Protection and security and Intel Anti-Theft immediately. It is software that works quietly in the background, periodically send information about the location of the laptop to the Observatory absolute when activated.

When the computer is reported stolen, the Absolute Theft Recovery Team intervenes and uses the data sent from the laptop to restore the device. But a subscription to Absolute software is required to use this service. An annual subscription is available for € 39.95 and a subscription costs € 79.95 for four years. Asus P43SJ not a fingerprint reader, as was the case in the previous version.

Warranty
Asus P43SJ book a year in connection with two up and return service.

Input Devices
Keyboard
A number of separate keys are not used to the keyboard (chiclet), but the layout of "traditional" keyboard. One of the keys have been shown to be very large, measuring 17 x 16 mm. Spelling errors are due to too small keys can be virtually excluded. The numeric keypad is not integrated, which is not surprising, given the size of the unit compact. However, Asus includes a keyboard very good feasible.

The typing feel, set up signs on the keyboard are also impressive. Pressure point and stroke have been insufficiently chose to write without fatigue or pain over time. He writes of noise are also acceptable and are not intrusive or disruptive in a quiet environment. There are not many shortcuts. The keyboard is simply reacts to the image up and down keys, key Delete key at home and at the end.

Touchpad
Asus touchpad was absolutely remarkable. It looks like the surface of aluminum palm rest, and would hardly be noticed if it was not defined. Navigation is very comfortable on the slippery surface. The touchpad offers a space with a diagonal of about 94 millimeters. This is also gratefully accepted, because the multi-touch. You need more space if you use logic more fingers to navigate.

However, the two buttons on the mouse was very close. At first, your finger often ends on the trackpad and not the key. After a few welcoming, is the key to close are not a problem and can be fully used due to a pressure point and good race clear.


Display
Asus installs, as appropriate for a business laptop, a matte screen in P43SJ. The diagonal is equivalent to the previous, not much has changed here either. The resolution of 1366x768 pixels is again a good level and ensure that sufficient content can be displayed on the screen.

Display built on Asus P43SJ not prove to be very bright. When the average brightness of 193.3 cd/m2 is pretty average for the sector. In return, the results on the screen in a very even lighting 92 percent. The fact that the brightness is automatically deducted from the battery status is another factor speaks Asus laptop.

Unfortunately, the value of the black and the contrast is seen negatively. Only the black value of 1.37 cd/m2, has proven to be quite high, and a mediocre brightness, contrast suffers significantly. Thus, the contrast is only 147:1 bad.

Interesting graphics professionals: the screen does not Asus P43SJ just happens to excel in color reproduction, either. SRGB color range is to be made completely P43SJ and Asus is also a disadvantage of direct comparison between the Asus P42JC.

Outdoor work should not be a problem for Asus P43SJ screen. Unfortunately, the weather does not permit testing outside. However, the data show a great similarity determined in P42JC screen. Therefore, we assume that the two screens act even in bright sunlight.

The screen is evident in the poor viewing angles. Falsifies the image fast enough. When several people sitting in front of the laptop, or if any, must be aligned to the whole world is watching the screen as far forward as possible.

Performance
The processor, an Intel Core i5-2410M is a mid-range dual processor architecture based on Sandy Bridge. The processor provides a good measure of the standard power 2.3 GHz But sometimes tense, the processor can be overclocked to 2.6 GHz and 2.9 GHz, even dynamically using the Turbo Boost.

This is determined by the number of cores are loaded and if the processor has sufficiently cooled. Thanks to Sandy Bridge architecture, the Core i5-2410M is about the same level as the Core i5-520M (2.4 to 2.9 GHz) in our benchmarks. The TDP of 35 watts corresponds to most other processors Sandy Bridge. The processor recommended 14 inches or more laptops.

Installing Nvidia GeForce GT 520M graphics card is an entry-level laptop. Performance chart is slightly higher than the Intel HD Graphics 3000. The graphics card is intended primarily for office tasks on the laptop and surf the Internet and are able to extend the workload for the integrated Intel GPU, thanks to a number of functions.

Games with high requirements can usually be done by a low level of detail and / or resolution. The model is built in Asus P43SJ only GDDR3 memory. It should also be models with GDDR5 memory, but they are the exception, a GDDR5 memory can skyrocket the price of the graphics card.

Graphics can score in exchange for energy consumption compared to the stronger models. But it consumes more than the solutions directly into the processor. In theory, the P43SJ Asus could also be the Optimus technology from Nvidia. Unfortunately, not use our test unit so that the user, then, lose some 'battery life.

To evaluate the performance of the processor is installed, use the trial versions Cinebench program. The Asus P43SJ scored 4510 points in the first benchmark, Cinebench R10 single benefit (64 bits) of reference. P43SJ The first is in the lower third compared with other notebooks that have the same processor model. A similar picture is observed in the following test, which makes Cinebench R10 Multi (64 bits).

The laptop scores a little better with 9568 points here, but always in the lower midfield. Turbo Boost function works perfectly. First, it seems likely that the Turbo Boost does not work properly when the test performance is not good. But it was not the case here (up to 2.9 GHz with a core charge).

Compared to its predecessor, the laptop is clear, however, record a higher score. Asus P42JC reached 3561 points in Cinebench R10 Rendering Single (64 bit) and 7964 points in Cinebench R10 rendering multi (64 bits).

We determine the system performance Asus P43SJ programs PCMark Vantage PCMark and seventh Asus P43SJ scored 5452 points in PCMark Vantage. The old model has achieved a score of 4115 points. Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E320 (2310M, Intel HD 3000) is in the immediate vicinity of the Asus laptop with 5427 points.

Despite the weakness of the processor (Core i5-2310M) and a lower graphics card (Intel HD Graphics 3000) Lenovo has a slight advantage. The fast hard disk of the laptop Lenovo will probably receive some ground here.

Overall, Asus laptop P43SJ is practically the center of our reference chart. Asus laptop scores with just under 1699 points in a little later PCMark benchmark 7. Again, it is clear that the laptop with a 2410M processor is usually better than the Asus laptop.

We use to evaluate the 3DMark06 graphics performance. Asus NVIDIA GeForce GT 520 with P43SJ graphics card, administered by the score 5353 points. Again, the previous model, P42JC, for comparison. P42JC with Nvidia GeForce 310M graphics card (including the Intel HD Graphics, through Optimus) to reach a score of 3001 points in 3DMark06.

It 'surprising when compared with other notebooks that use the GT 520 Even if the processor is generally slower than other laptops, installed the Nvidia GeForce GT 520 is the fastest among the GT 520 cards up to our table reference. Secondly, the fastest GT 520 card was installed in our chart the Asus U30SD-XA1 (2410, GT 520) and has reached 4754 points.

The built-in hard drive Western Digital could not stand in our test. The hard drive is a 2.5-inch model with a GB capacity (gross) 320 and 5400 rpm. The WD3200BPVT-80ZEST0 only managed an average transfer rate of 66.9 MB / s in the HDTune benchmark. The access time is always an acceptable 19.8 milliseconds. The P43SJ a model could benefit from faster hard drive in the system of reference points, for example.

Verdict of the game
Like its predecessor, we used real-time strategy StarCraft 2: Wings of Liberty for the testing of the game. Here it becomes very clear that the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520 is a bit 'more power than the Intel Graphics HD 3000, but is not strong enough to play at the highest resolution and detail.

While everything was still working perfectly with the low of 113 fps (P42JC with the GeForce 310 million under management by 77 fps), it begins to strain at higher levels. The graphics card only supports 24 fps on medium settings, and the tribe has already been noted (the P42JC reached only 15 fps here).

The trunk is very evident in the highest settings. The frame rate drops to 19 fps here (P42JC up to 10 fps). For comparison: Intel Graphics HD 3000 reached 13.0 fps in the Toshiba L755-14P (i5-2410M) high graphics settings, for example.

Emissions
System Noise
Asus P43SJ turns out to be a work laptop pretty quiet most of the time. The laptop is the noise level is 31.5 dB (A) - 32.1 dB (A) at idle and low load. The fan is still running, but only heard a noise very quiet. The noise level increases when the laptop is loaded.

However, the laptop is not particularly intrusive, as evidenced by the average rate of 33.1 dB (A). The laptop is very audible to the maximum load to 40.8 dB (A). DVD playback attracts attention with a noise level of 33.7 dB (A) and, if at all, just annoying during quiet movie scenes.

Temperature
Asus P43SJ is generally cool. The notebook reached a maximum temperature of 30.7 degrees Celsius on the top in slow motion. The wrist rest when temperatures of 26 degrees Celsius (left) and 28.2 degrees C (right) and thus remain pleasantly cool. The touchpad is also worth mentioning with a temperature of 29 degrees Celsius. The lowest maximum temperature is also below the threshold of 30 degrees to 29.3 degrees.

Temperatures are in charge, but they are all still safe. The maximum temperature the highest increases of only 5 degrees Celsius to 35.6 degrees Celsius. The palm rest also gets slightly warmer. The temperature is now 29.7 degrees C (left) and 28 degrees C (right). Ice Cool technology, Asus built-in palm rest seems to work fine.

The touchpad heated to 32 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature at the bottom rises to 36.5 degrees Celsius, and is only lukewarm. Use the laptop on your lap is not a problem. Even at full load does not need to worry, while the use lap top at full load will probably be the exception.

The notebook will be revealed as harmless as before during the entire load. You can download the portable as possible, we use the software Prime95 and FurMark. But even in the simultaneous use of both programs have not bothered much of the Asus.

The CPU temperature never exceeded 85 degrees Celsius mark and GPU temperature does not go beyond 71 degrees, either. The figures were software, PC Wizard. 3DMark06 next milestone offers almost the same results of benchmark tests in the "cold".

Speakers
Like P42JC speakers, Altec Lansing small newcomer. Unfortunately, the sound quality P43SJ is as unconvincing as it was in the P42JC. The maximum volume is not very high and, unfortunately, common to portable speakers, the bass does not exist at all.

Battery Life
Execution times are long in the notebook main criterion for many users. Low power consumption is necessary to achieve the objective. But the power that already shows P43SJ Asus not a permanent partner. The notebook uses 15.0 watts - only 18.1 watts in standby mode. This can probably be considered as always active Nvidia GeForce. Energy consumption will increase 47.0 Watts - 78.1 watts under load. Includes 90 watt adapter is easy to deal with this power requirement.

Since consumer prices already announced, the battery is not one of the strengths of a laptop computer. BatteryEater Pro software was used for testing. Asus P43SJ manages only the battery life of 3 hours and 49 minute test of the player (idle). Interest in surfing the Internet should be a little 'closer to reality. The notebook runs the battery life of approximately 3 hours. When it is loaded P43SJ more battery power, autonomy sinks to 1 hour and 32 minutes.

Verdict
Successor P42JC laptop model leaves us with mixed feelings. On the other hand, we would have appreciated more far-reaching upgrades in some areas. On the other hand, the book of memory was convincing other things, anyway.

Poor connection is still in a harmful way. It would have been time for an update USB 3.0. And a new screen can fully convince us, either. Low contrast is annoying even if the user can benefit from ergonomic and anti-glare surface.

Of course, the upgrade of its benefits. The new processor of the laptop offers a good dose of (more) power and the new graphics card also noted in many areas. But unfortunately failed Nvidia Optimus feature also noticed.

We must also mention that the graphics card is currently used fastest GeForce GT 520M in our database. We find the continued use of very attractive design and excellent input devices inherited from his predecessor at ease.

With P43SJ, Asus offers a solid laptop with a row of offices and a sleek look to customers. However, it is completely free of weaknesses simple.

0 Asus U36SD-RX114V (SSD) Subnotebook Review

Slim and sexy. Although it is not a book of ultra manufacturer, it impresses with its elegant silhouette, its smooth but sturdy aluminum, the life of the battery and, above all, speed through SSD.

In early 2011, went Asus U36JC-RX081V (money) with our tests and ended with a 'good' at 86%. Now its successor is in our editorial, that US36SD RX114V-black. The 13.3-inch device does not remove all shortcomings of its predecessor, but it shows once again the forces earlier and because of the Intel SSD 320 series (160 GB), production has increased significantly.

2010 Intel Core Configuration (i5 480) was changed from the successful generation Sandy Bridge i5 2410M. In technical progress, the less attractive GeForce 310M is discarded and replaced by DirectX 11 entry-level GPUs, the GeForce GT 520 in combination with four gigabytes of memory work ahead of us a strong, heavy subnotebook 1.67 kg € 1100.

Make-RX114V U36SD better than the last U36JC-RX081V and can achieve a "very good" this time? We must respond to this with a "no" when we look at the test certificate. Find out why the note of the comments is equivalent to its predecessor, despite superior performance.

Specifications Asus U36SD-RX114V :

• Processor : Intel Core i5 2410M 2.3 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM65
• Memory : 4096 MB, 666MHz
• Graphics adapter : NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M - 1024 MB, Core: 740 MHz, Memory: 800 MHz, ForceWare 267.54
• Display : 13.3 inch 16:9, 1366x768 pixel, CPT CLAA133WB01A, glossy: yes
• Harddisk : Intel SSD 320 Series 160GB SSDSA2CW160G3, 160GB MLC
• Soundcard : Realtek ALC269
• Connections : 2 USB 2.0, 1 USB 3.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: line out, microphone, Card Reader: MMC, SD, MS/MS-Pro,
• Networking : Atheros AR8151 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000MBit), Atheros AR9002WB-1NG Wireless Network Adapter (bgn), 3.0+HS Bluetooth
• Optical drive : -
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 19 x 322 x 232
• Weight : 1.67 kg Power Supply: 0.304 kg
• Battery : 83 Wh Lithium-Ion, 5800mAh, 14.4V A42-U36
• Price : 1200 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: 0.3MP, 24 Months Warranty

Case
Users who wander through the jungle for a rugged notebook, mate, if a proper and elegant work sometimes venturing into a difficult task. Cover, case, bezel TFT or major deficiencies are covered with high gloss or the laptop is like an attractive piece of plastic that the user prefers to hide the style conscious laptop in the bag when friends approach.

Shame or compulsions of this type should not be sustained U36SD. Although "only" Asus and Apple is not printed on the device box of 13.3 inches, some are envious glances. The angular design, strict matte black can be considered without slipping out of hand. Neither the cover or deformed during handling down. Especially thin layer has exceptional torsional rigidity.

Asus To do this, use a cover-magnesium alloy for the case of new and superior. This combination is light, on the one hand, and the other rigid. The surfaces were treated with a smooth, black Asus called nano-coating. No matter where you pull or push the case, U36SD remains unchanged from the normal forces.

The lid is kept closed and tight. It has a brake light on a range of 145 degrees and the screen does not tend to stagger TFT lot. Key to the surface or even the slightest, while writing about it and the same is true for the rest of the wrist. Asus has done a good job with the rigidity that the battery is removable. However, it raises the device forward and a small table and may be expelled from the back, by releasing two latches.

The SSD is constructed as a standard 2.5 inch SATA hard disk size. However, it remains hidden, as it only can be replaced by removing the entire motherboard. Only two RAM slots (1x4096 level installed option) are under one roof.

Connectivity
Connectivity is not the strength of the U36SD is. To the extent that nothing has changed compared to the U36JC before. However, we can say that the ports, including HDMI, VGA, Ethernet and (1) USB 3.0 are suitable for a subnotebook.

USB 3.0 devices can carry 5 volts, such as smart phones and other Tablet PC, when the sub-notebook is off (standby and load). The only difference with its predecessor is the Bluetooth technology. Version 3.0 is already installed.

Communications
Standard draft-n wireless LAN (Atheros AR9002WB-1NG) is exactly like the standard built-in Bluetooth (3.0 + HS) and Gigabit Ethernet (Atheros AR8151). In this way, users are updated. Unfortunately, the integrated 3G modem for mobile internet access is not installed - that was the highlight. Unfortunately, Asus does not have a model configured for HSDPA / LTE modem range.

Supplies
There is no recovery DVD for Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit), included in the box. The user must create a data media burner Recovery AI. LifeFrame, Asus tool to take pictures or videos with a webcam, can only make images of 640x480 pixels. The results are possible, in daylight, but the image noise and blur is a problem in low light conditions.

The range of tools is very broad: Power2Go (burner) is the only commercial software (full version). Besides this, there is a wide range of tools Asus: Sonic Focus (better sound), AI recovery burner Secure Delete (delete irrevocable), USB charger (on / off state of charge of charge), Fast Boot (applications system startup), Live Update (updated driver) Scene Switch (ratios of office) or Power4Gear Hybrid (energy profile).

Warranty
U36SD 24 months warranty including pickup and return service. Extended warranty up to a maximum of three years will cost about 80 €. You must be activated within 90 days of purchase.

Input Devices
Keyboard
Stand-alone keys give good feedback. They have a wide gap between their neighbors and the pressure drop and the most important point is very clear, marked. Button is firm but not hard. The area of ​​the keyboard does not give up.

Professional typists can criticize the laptop keys. Fingers lack of guidance just because of the lack of curvature of the conic (a curve). Use the arrow keys are separate from other keys, but at least in size (15x15mm), which should prevent most of the false rumors.

Touchpad
The Synaptics touchpad works accurately and give the finger to slide on the surface, with a diagonal of 9.4 mm, with a rub lively but not too high. The tablet can be disabled via Fn. The multi-touch features to detect the use of two fingers.

This allows the finger movements (zoom, scroll, navigation). The traditional one finger scroll bars exist (can be disabled), but are not visibly marked. The silver buttons (right + left) was unfortunately very short key down and emits a loud click and cushioned with its clear pressure point.

Display
Glossy finish 13.3-inch (16:9), and testers will not take one or other potential buyers are also likely to find repugnant. Asus mimics the contrast of the screen and a matte anti-glare U36JC first. Although the display models are different, the brightness and contrast measures are completely identical (in this case the CLAA133WB01A CPT U36JC: COR17D8).

If it be a Glare-type, at least with an extended color gamut. However, Asus does not address that. sRGB and Adobe RGB are clearly failed. The high value of 1.44 black color also contributes to the black light and a gray iron foundry. Devices like the Vaio EB3Z1E / B with a Full HD screen (15.6 inches), which was available for € 800, shows that it is inevitable.

A subnotebooks that looks good and has a range of more than seven hours of courses to appear on the train, library or coffee. The user is faced with TFT reflective surface and the low light from an average of 207 cd/m2, which is not in direct sunlight. To read the sunlight sufficiently bright screen, brightness have a minimum speed of 300 cd/m2.

Same brightness, viewing angles do not meet expectations. However, there are only a handful of top quality ultra-light notebook with good viewing angles, such as. The image and penalize any deviation from the vertical angle (10 degrees) with the colors from fading ghosts. Script can be read in a broader perspective. The viewing angles of up to 45 degrees are possible within the (side view) horizontal. Massive investment is beyond.

Performance
2011 Intel Core i5 2410M (2x2.3 GHz), is a turbo clock up to 2.9 GHz. So remember Sandy Bridge CPU i5-480 (Turbo: 2.93 GHz) U36JC (predecessor). Since the case of a low-performance thin-cooling, it is questionable whether the core can be overclocked Intel under the definition of time (short term) through the "Dynamic Turbo Limits @ Frequency", or if they were not even looking at the gas below the default rate (2.3 GHz) due to high temperatures.

NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M (1024 MB) can be disabled by Optimus Nvidia in favor of a pure business HD 3000 Graphics (processor, graphics card). 4 GB RAM configuration is where prisoners MB 4096 module provides an easy upgrade to six or eight gigabytes.

What is the 2410M (2.3 GHz) capable of in comparison with the configuration of U36JC with i5-480M in 2010 (2.66 GHz)? The clock on the next generation remains a little lower, but the clock is the same as Turbo (2.9 GHz).

The 2410M reached 4635 points in single-core (Cinebench R10 64-bit only). The higher clocked 3927 score of 480 points is clearly beaten. The little strong, but very rare i5 2430M (2.4 to 2.3 GHz) does the speed of a little more with 4670 points. The advantage almost non-existent could also be a reason why the 2430M is not actually used. Unlike 2520m i5 offering 5015 points after all (Vostro 3550).

Multi-threading with a high clock, measured here with Cinebench R10 64-bit multi, ensuring rapid implementation of simultaneous tasks. The 2410M or 9508 points in this test. The 480 from 2010 clearly states: ~ 8557 points (average of all test units). The 2520m high end dual core (2.5 - 3.2 GHz) runs ~ 10,546 points in this test.

Overall, it controls the smallest i5 from Intel's current line very well. Above all, the test results because too show no loss of performance due to the limitation. Just because it was a fear of the case thin, single submission heatpipes and fans a little room for waste heat.

CPU tests, however, delivered an average above the average rate in all fields for this model of CPU. For comparison: the Aspire 4830TG with a 2410M, a prey to throttle the processor, just reached 3609, respectively, 7932 points in the above tests (Cinebench R10 single / multi-core).

Second SSD comes into play, and throws U36SD at great prices relative to system performance. Older ends with PCMark Vantage 9431 points. Books only to about 5300 points with a high-HD 3000 graphics and a 2410M (MSI CX640 for example). 7736 points is possible even when a fast 7200 rpm hard drive used (Vostro V131). Otherwise, with a stronger GPU, but a 6632 Aspire 5830TG manage points. Only other SSD-based laptops can beat U36SD example XMG A501 (11,848) or Toshiba Satellite R850-127 (10,378 points).

The new PCMark 7, which takes greater account of the performance of the GPU reaches 2861 points. Thus, the Packard Bell NX69, with the same CPU, but stronger than the 540 GT, can not keep up: 1849 points. The decisive advantage of the storage U36SD score 4509 points. NX69 (HDD), only to reach 1349 points. For example, the Asus K53TA (HDD) to reach 1470 points, and LG A520 (HDD), managed by 1509 points.

Nvidia GeForce GT 520M (1024 MB DDR3, Core: 740 MHz) based on GF 119 base plays in the class of input level. It has a bus 64-bit video memory, and here is the performance bottleneck. Therefore, high detail is only possible at low resolutions up to 1024x768 pixels or so. The DirectX 11 GPU performance is less than a GT 540m (128 bits), a Radeon HD 6550 or HD 6650 (128-bit at a time) in most benchmarks.

The synthetic benchmarks like Unigine Heaven 2.1 (8 fps), make sure the GT 520M is a performance slightly in HD 6470M (-14%) and is almost equal to a HD 3000 (5%) or Nvidia NVS 4200m ( - 1%). Sister model, the GT 540 has clearly led to ~ 13 fps.

In return, 3DMark 11 (GPU performance: G501) prefer the HD 6470M (8%). The popular GT 540M achieved a significantly higher score here: ~ G900. Major has a 3DMark06 score of 4741 points instead of a HD 3000 with 4000 points (average of test equipment). The GT 540M supports an average of 8000 points!

GT 520M seems only suitable for playing in very limited circumstances. Makes little difference especially a HD 3000 graphics processor to the question, at least for games, why two weak GPU were combined with Optimus here. A superior driver support from Nvidia recommend the use of a GT 520M in U36SD?

Prices are measured CrystalDiskMark 3.0 (read 258 MB / sec, HDTune (read 141 MB / sec) and SSD benchmarks (read 260 MB / s), talk about Intel SSD 320 Series (160 GB Model: MLC, SATA to 3GB / s) port.

Typically, the strength of the SSD has a read / write random blocks This is a particular strength of 320, due to the CDM and confirmed as the SSD SSD and the Samsung Series 9 900X3A (MSAT to 3GB / s Port), after reading the small wedges (CDM 4K: 10 vs. ... 16 MB / s) AS SSD to show cause: .. shortest access to the interest rate (0.301 vs. 0164 milliseconds) The advantage is again writing in context.

Verdict of the game
The last game should not be added to the list of wishes by any means. You can not play in the details and resolutions of DirectX 11, when the data are out. Older tracks like Half Life 2 - Lost Coast, World of Warcraft, Call of Duty 4 - Modern Warfare, Trackmania Nations Forever, Racedriver, Left4Dead GRID, however, can be played in height and, if necessary, details how the 520M GT spec sheet to see.

The difference in performance between the HD 3000 (IGP) and GT 520M wide in Deus Ex (12% in retail @ low), Dirt 3 (26% in average retail @) and Battlefield: BC 2 (2% @ low detail) and Mafia 2 (74% detailed @ low). But it is generally in favor of the GT 520M. So it can not be said that casual gamers will not benefit from the GPU part of the HD-3000.

Emissions
The system noise
The 13.3-inch device is shown in the exemplary system noise. The fan is off most of the time at idle and low loads and runs only sporadically to 31.2 dB (A). The chosen mode of energy does not play a role here (Power4Gear: Quiet Office). When you add a GPU load, for example, a game or 3DMark06, we measured a maximum of 34.5 dB (A).

Users who like to demand the highest performance from their laptop will experience a noise level of up to 39 dB (A) (@ Cinebench R11.5). The U36SD gets really high when the GPU and the CPU is fully loaded simultaneously. Now, a sharp 44.3 dB (A) is audible. The last scenario is our stress test simulates the maximum noise level - a realistic case in practice.

Temperature
The U36SD not just become a silent partner. The top and largest motherboard are lukewarm to warm up in standby mode during charging and sporadic (office setting). Only the area near the spinal button / power was very close to 40 degrees for stress management.

Temperatures rise to 48 degrees Celsius under load selective. This is clearly seen as too hot. A small CPU limitation may also be noted in this scenario. To: The palm rest and touchpad are still well below 35 degrees.

(Less) @ GPU bottleneck load
Controllers CPU clock at 2.4 GHz (default clock: 2.3 GHz) in the range of Turbo, in a stress test for several hours (Prime95 + Furmark). The CPU only Prime95 stress-induced, the clock is 2.7 GHz Court: Since the frequency is always greater than the default clock can not be considered true bottleneck.

In contrast to the 13.3-inch Aspire TimelineX, we examine a thin notebook suffering serious bottlenecks in performance, but simply can not exhaust the entire bandwidth of Turbo in the stress test. This is only noticed when the load on GPU U36SD the same time.

Speakers
Two stereo speakers are located in a narrow front handset. Emphasizes the high range of sound, and neglects the mid-range and deep. The bass is nonexistent. The volume can be rotated a full clear distortions, which are sound even worse. Music lovers should be connected to headphones or external speakers to the headphone jack for analog.

Clarity of speech, can surround and bass modified with Asus tool Sonic Focus. The result is even more attractive in the case of speech intelligibility, since at least the voice broadcast clearly the overall sound quality poor.

Battery Life
Inactive for a long time to run (the lower the brightness, power saving mode) allows us to assume a low energy consumption. The measurements do not confirm this, at least in high-cost savings, one would expect. First, the power consumption in standby mode: Idle varies from 10.5 to 14.5 watts, depending on the power saving mode.

These figures represent the minimum and maximum power consumption in standby mode (without battery charging). Packard Bell NX69 (14 inches), with the same CPU, but stronger than the 540 GT, just to pay 7.6 to 12.5 watts from the wall outlet (60 Wh, almost 12 hours at least!).

The U36SD get very hungry when the stress test (Prime95, Furmark) and consumes 72 watts. The NX69 is content to above 58 watts, but only because the CPU handles the clock significantly. Our test unit does not, so the "top" of the load power consumption can be considered as a confirmation of the stability of the cooling system. The 75-watt AC adapter large enough (304 grams) is very complicated, but necessary for the application and then smoothly.

Battery life is proving to be very good, but can not exceed the specifications of the excellent pre U36JC (HDD, i5-480M). The hard U36SD 9:10 am waiting (U36JC: 10:09 hours). The most relevant test WLAN practically closes after 7:45 pm (U36JC: 20:07). A battery of 80 watts is responsible for the good. You can remove and walked a bit down.

Battery life is not bombastic, but when compared with Packard Bell NX69 with his waking hours and 11:40 hours of idling 6:39. This unit 14-inch "only" a 60 Wh battery and a strong 540 GT graphics (can be disabled via the Optimus).

Verdict
Asus did a lot of good rates and some are even better than the previous U36JC. Unfortunately, the biggest difference, reflection and too dark for use in the hood is exactly the same. This has major advantage of the 13.3-inch device, the battery life of nearly eight hours, useless, but it reduces the pleasure of working under the sun considerably.

The Core i5 2410M, 2.3 GHz, which is used in many cases is not a stellar performance, but with the Intel SSD 320 series (160 GB), dual-core is in the best performance of the electrical system. All laptop hard disk are clearly defeated in reading and writing. Praise: CPU limitation is almost nonexistent. Acer TimelineX ultrabooks can also take a page from his book.

U36SD low noise mode or desktop applications are single copies. Even games not interfere with the unit of 13.3 inches, which is not surprising given the poor performance of graphics.

A good job has been done in terms of keyboard layout and feedback. Asus has chosen a twist and hard aluminum frame material, which is in line with the angle, and Matt looks. Any change U36SD in a compact and high-quality thin subnotebook that users want to take the case looks like.

Users who choose the first subnotebook criteria soft power, such as work and endurance, make a good choice with U36SD. The performance is very good thanks to the SSD. However, if you have the latest games, the GeForce GT 540M is preferred.

Acer is the Aspire TimelineX 3830TG with Core i7 and 128 GB SSD for the same price range of 1100 € (worse stability, throttling). Acer TravelMate TimelineX 8473TG with 120 GB SSD, and the GT 540 is available for less (but more stable, bulky, but not limited).

To dream of high quality subnotebook SSD become a reality at an affordable price, the Samsung QX412 € 900 (QX412-S04DE version with 128 GB SSD) could be an option. 14-inch device is equipped with the GT 520 If a dedicated graphics card as a useless ballast, the HP ProBook 5330m (anti-glare 13.3-inch) or the Dell V131 (800-950 €) can be considered . This is too expensive, SSD version of the Lenovo ThinkPad E325 board may be an interesting (from 439 €).