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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 84
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 47 reviews of Toshiba Tecra M9 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 75/100 and users 60/100. Comparing these reviews to 163904 other Laptops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 84/100 = Very Good.
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notebookcheck.net
Editors' rating: 79
Summary: The configuration of our sample notebook costs currently € 1.200,-. This includes free online registration, and when registered, a 2 year warranty from Toshiba
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pcworld.com
Editors' rating: 74
Summary: Laptop meets EPEAT Gold environmental standards but has average speed and short battery life.
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goodgearguide.com.au
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: For getting online on the go, the integrated 3G capability of this laptop is ideal. It's also a comfortable unit to use, but it does lack some modern conveniences.
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: The Toshiba Tecra M9-S5513X is a 5.3-pound, thin-and-light notebook computer.Compared to other thin-and-light notebooks on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,280.The 14.1 inch widescreen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800, which is fairly standard among laptops.Runs on the Intel Core 2 Duo chip.This configuration includes a 120GB hard disk drive and 1 GB of memory.
Pros: Has a 5.9 Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Nov 2008), which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced notebooks.The built in Bluetooth connectivity will let you pair headphones or sync your mobile contacts.The built-in fingerprint reader will speed up the log in process while adding a strong layer of data protection.
Cons: Has only a Intel GMA X3100 graphics chip, which is somewhat less desirable than some similarly priced notebooks.Also, this notebook has only a 120GB hard drive, which is somewhat smaller than some similarly priced notebooks.For example, the Sony VAIO CR590EBN, a 5.5-pound notebook at around $1, 170, has a 320GB hard drive.The fair battery performance of this laptop means it has to be recharged more often than other notebooks in its class.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.If you have a wireless network at home, wirelessly browse the Internet from any room in your house with this Wi-Fi enabled notebook.Comes with a DVD writer, allowing you to convert home movies from your digital videocamera onto DVDs.An anti-theft security tether can be fastened into the built-in lock slot.
Value: Overall, this notebook's features seem a bit weak for its price, compared to most other notebooks.
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) To get the most out of this laptop's Bluetooth capability, you could have a Bluetooth-enabled headset, handheld or other device, and be able to link it wirelessly to your computer within a range of 20-or-so feet inside the same room.
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.
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