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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 92
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 137 reviews of ASUS G50V / G50Vm / G50Vt from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 88/100. Comparing these reviews to 166514 other Laptops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 92/100 = Excellent.
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fwd.five.tv
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: Sometimes the stars align and magic happens and that's the case with this laptop. For a portable gaming machine it's seriously compact yet still manages to pack everything you'll ever need in one stunning package.
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laptopmag.com
Editors' rating: 60
Summary: ExpressGate is ASUS' version of Splashtop's instant-on environment powered by Linux, which you can launch by pressing a small lightning bolt key above the keyboard when the G50V is off. ExpressGate allows you to do the basics, such as chat, surf the ...
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laptoplogic.com
Editors' rating: 68
Summary: The keyboard feels good, has nice tactile response and travel â€" nothing incredible to mark down on that area. Flex wasn't an issue so much as the chassis on this unit seems very rigid and constructed well. The standard layout doesn't seem ...
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theinsider.pricerunner.co.uk
Editors' rating: 80
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Laptop computer memory size
To maximize battery life, notebook computer processors are often designed to save more energy and run cooler than desktop processors. The drawback is slower performance, but more memory can help, which it won't consume energy or radiate heat. Even better, up to 4GB of RAM can now be found in budget configurations. If you want more memory later, expansion is often a simple procedure.
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Notebook computer processors
The central processor (CPU) is the heart of any computer system and an excellent litmus test as to whether a desktop computer or notebook fits your needs. The trouble is, processor names like Athlon and Celeron are as cryptic as system names like Latitude and Pavilion. Here's a quick guide to see which chip is a fit:
| Manufacturer | Processor name | Processing power | Designed use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel | Core 2 Extreme Quad | Very high | Gaming and graphics |
| Intel | Core 2 Quad | Very high | Gaming and graphics |
| AMD | Turion | High | Mainstream |
| AMD | Athlon | High | Mainstream |
| Intel | Core 2 Duo | High | Mainstream |
| AMD | Sempron | Medium | Entry level |
| Intel | Celeron | Medium | Entry level |
| Intel | Pentium Dual Core | Medium | Entry level |
| AMD | Athlon Neo | Low | Netbook |
| Intel | Atom | Low | Netbook |
| Via | C7-M | Low | Netbook |
| Via | Nano | Low | Netbook |
| Intel | Pentium | Low | Budget |
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Notebook computer dedicated graphic cards
If you want a new gaming system then you probably want one of the newest video cards installed. Or maybe you only need enough graphics power to run your favorite game published three years ago. Series numbers get confusing so try comparing graphics adapters by the DirectX version supported in the firmware.
If you only need a multi-display solution then look into a workstation adapter.
| Manufacturer | Series | DirectX version | Launch | Designed use |
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| ATi | Radeon HD 4000 series | 10.1 | 2009 | Graphics and video decoding |
| ATi | Radeon HD 3000 series | 10.1 | 2008 | Graphics and video decoding |
| ATi | Radeon HD 2000 series | 10 | 2007 | Graphics and video decoding |
| ATi | Radeon 9000 series | 9 | 2002 | Graphics and video decoding |
| ATi | Radeon 8000 series | 8.1 | 2001 | Graphics and video decoding |
| nVidia | GeForce 9 series | 10.1 | 2008 | Graphics and video decoding |
| nVidia | GeForce 8 series | 10 | 2006 | Graphics and video decoding |
| nVidia | GeForce 7 series | 9 | 2005 | Graphics and video decoding |
| ATi | FireGL | varies | Workstations | |
| nVidia | Quadro | varies | Workstations | |
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CNET product brief
Description: This configuration of the Asus G50Vt is a 6.2-pound, consumer level notebook computer.Compared to other mainstream notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $950.The 15.6 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1366 x 768, which is better than most laptops.Runs on the Intel Core 2 Duo processor.This configuration comes with a 320GB hard disk and 4 GB of RAM.Features nVidia GeForce 9 series graphics with 512MB of video memory.
Pros: Has an NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GS graphics chip, which is considerably better performing than some similarly priced notebooks.Includes an HDMI port so you can easily output the notebook's audio and video to a compatible TV or monitor.The External Serial ATA port (ESATA) will transfer data to an external hard drive much faster than USB 2.0.
Cons: The fair battery performance of this laptop means it has to be recharged more frequently than other laptops in its class.
Suitability: Suited for those who just need a basic notebook.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Web from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled laptop.Comes with a DVD writer, allowing you to convert home movies from your digital video camcorder onto DVDs.With 512MB of dedicated video RAM, this machine will do very well compared to most other notebooks, when it comes to multimedia applications and games.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.
Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this notebook has great features for the money.
Suggestions: (1) Given this device's Wi-Fi capability, you may want to get a wireless access point for your home, so that you can browse the Internet more conveniently from any room.(2) The integrated camera, while it does not have the resolution of most digital cameras, can be handy if you want to teleconference over the Web.
CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.
