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Samsung R580 review

Samsung R580
 
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Verdict:

A well-rounded laptop that combines raw performance with the ability to play some games, while its decent keyboard, touchpad and display make it a joy to use.

Review Date: 5 Mar 2010

Price when reviewed: £571

Supplier: http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop

Reviewed By: Barry de la Rosa

Our Rating 5 stars out of 5

User Rating 4 stars out of 5

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Basic Specifications

Part Code NP-R580-JS02UK
Review Date 5 Mar 2010
Rating ***** stars out of 5
Processor Intel Core i3-330M
Processor clock speed 2.13GHz
Memory 4.00GB
Memory slots 2
Memory slots free 0
Maximum memory 8GB
Size 37x380x256mm
Weight 2.6kg
Sound Realtek High Definition Audio
Pointing device touchpad

Display

Viewable size 15.6 in
Native resolution 1,366x768
Graphics Processor Nvidia GeForce 310M
Graphics/video ports VGA, HDMI
Graphics Memory 512MB

Storage

Total storage capacity 500GB
Optical drive model Slimtype A DS8A4S
Optical drive type DVD+/-RW +/-DL

Ports and Expansion

USB ports 4
Bluetooth yes
Wired network ports 1x 10/100/1000
Wireless networking support 802.11n
PC Card slots 1x ExpressCard/34
Modem No
Supported memory cards SD, MMC
Other ports eSATA (shared with USB socket), minijack audio output, minijack microphone input

Miscellaneous

Carrying case No
Operating system Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit
Operating system restore option backup and recovery software
Software included Microsoft Works 9, CyberLink PowerDVD 8
Optional extras Extra battery, £96

Buying Information

Warranty one year collect and return
Price £571
Details www.samsung.com/uk
Supplier http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop
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