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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 99
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 79 reviews of Lenovo ThinkPad T400 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 74/100. Comparing these reviews to 163904 other Laptops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 99/100 = Excellent.
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maximumpc.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: Whether its benchmark scores are those of a sports car is another thing entirely. Our gaming benchmarks proved that the T400s is strictly a work and productivity machine. As far as photo editing and video encoding go, the ThinkPad surpassed our zero ...
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notebookcheck.net
Editors' rating: 88
Summary: That Lenovo has managed to save more than 500 g of weight in comparison to the standard T400 and barely had to make compromises in view of quality and equipment, anyway
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pcworld.com
Editors' rating: 77
Summary: Though Lenovo's ThinkPad T400 costs more than Acer's TravelMate 6293, this all-purpose laptop is a pretty compelling package. At $1419 (as of March 9, 2009), the Thinkpad T400 gives you sturdy construction, great battery life, smart design, and some ...
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news.com.au
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: It might not look pretty, but the Lenovo ThinkPad T400 6473TBM sure feels good to use. You should definitely consider it if you want a laptop that will be comfortable to use either on the road or in the office and you don't need a lot of speed for ...
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laptopmag.com
Editors' rating: 60
CNET editors' buying advice
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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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CNET product brief
Description: This configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad T400 is a 5.1-pound, thin-and-light notebook computer.Compared to other thin-and-light notebooks on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $1,200.The 14.1 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among laptops.Powered by the Intel Core 2 Duo CPU.This configuration comes with a 160GB hard disk and 2 GB of memory.
Pros: Has 6.5-hour estimated battery life, which is longer than some similarly priced notebooks.In fact, the typical cost of a product with this ample an estimated battery life is $1,715.The built-in fingerprint reader will speed up the log in process while adding a strong layer of data protection.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.
Cons: Has only a 160GB hard drive, which is somewhat smaller than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the HP Compaq Business 6530b, a 5.3-pound notebook at around $1, 225, has a 500GB hard drive.Shared video memory has a negative impact on system performance which may be okay for users with more modest graphics needs.Users with more demanding needs should look to a graphics solution that brings its own muscle.
Suitability: A thin-and-light notebook, suited for business computing.Get status reports while on business trips by using this laptop?s built-in Wi-Fi modem to connect to wireless networks in airports and hotels.The good battery performance will keep your notebook running longer without plugging in.Archive your digital videos using this computer's DVD writer.The ?ThinkLight? gently illuminates the keyboard, making the laptop easier to use in low-light situations.
Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this notebook has good 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 Web more conveniently from any room.(2) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital video camcorders and other equipment to rapidly upload data to the laptop hard drive.
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