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CyberPower Xplorer X6-6720 – Review

Posted on February 25th, 2010 | by admin

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CyberPower released its new line of Gamer Xplorer Series systems designed with Intel’s latest mobile processors – with the CyberPower Xplorer x6-6720 being one of its first releases. By simply looking at the specs of the CyberPower Xplorer x6-6720, you would realize that CyberPower built the series with gaming and multimedia in mind.

 

Gaming in the past has always been limited to desktops. This is because of the requirements needed in order to play computer games — from the hard disk space to the graphics card. Currently, a lot of companies are now starting to make laptops aimed at gamers.

 

By having the Intel® Core™ i7-720 processor, users can get to enjoy playing computer games to its full potential. While other laptops use SDRAM, the Xplorer x6-6720 uses a DDRIII 1066 with a 4GB memory. A DDR RAM has the same architecture as SDRAM, but utilizes the clock signal differently allowing it to transfer twice the data in the same amount of time. Thus making your gaming experience more complete.

 

When buying laptops, consumers are often faced with two choices. They can buy a laptop that can run performance-oriented discrete graphics but risk having the batteries drained. They can also choose to have a longer battery life but use less-potent integrated graphics. With the x6-6720’s switchable graphics, you save time deciding on which one to buy since this allows you to do both. This is because it gives you the ability to switch between dual graphics chipsets to maximize either 3D performance or battery life.

 

You also won’t have a problem with space since the x6-6720 has a 320-gigabyte HDD. With that amount of space, you not only have room to install games but also to store your multimedia files. Add that with a SATA DVD Super-multi, then playing and storing multimedia files becomes a thing of the past.

 

SPECS AVAILABLE OPTIONS

CPU     Intel® Core™ i7-720 processor

RAM     DDRIII 1066 4GB memory

Screen Size       15.6 TFT LCD Panel (16:9)

Graphics           Switchable Graphics (UMA + ATI M92)

 

PROS

The Xplorer x6-6720’s switchable graphics gives you the benefit of having to enjoy the use of heavy graphics and then switch to a lower graphics if you wish to conserve battery life.

 

CONS

One of the problems that most Cyberpower laptops have is having a battery life that is below average. This problem however is minimized thanks to the switchable graphics.

 

The price may appear a bit steep for some but is more than made up for its performance.

 

PRICE RANGE

 

The Cyberpower Xplorer x6-6720 sells for about $1,499.

 

CONCLUSION

The Cyberpower Xplorer x6-6720 is a good laptop for those who like to play computer games or use multimedia files. The price may be a bit high but the switchable graphics makes it a good bargain altogether.

Sager NP9280 – Review

Posted on February 20th, 2010 | by admin

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The Sager NP9280 is known as the world’s first Intel Core i7 laptop, which is the fastest processor on the planet.  The Sager NP9280 has an amazing 2.66 Ghz up to 3.33 Ghz speed that sets out to compete with the desktop. Nevertheless, Sager built this laptop just in time to have gamers and demanding users put to the test this version of the NP9280 enhanced with a triple channel DDR3 memory and an FSB of 1066MHz for overclocking. The Sager NP9280 incorporates a GPU Nvidia graphics card with Phys-x technology, and the GTX 280 M with a 1 GB DDR3 memory, achieving speed that’s much faster than its rivals.

 

The Sager NP9280 almost has the same features as its competitor, the Clevo D900F. The Clevo however is said to be a copycat of the NP9280 because it bears similar specifications but is more rugged in design. 

 

When it comes to design, the Sager NP9280 doesn’t impress. However, it is sturdy and has a dual tone high gloss exterior finish that is quite scratch-resistant and doesn’t pick up fingerprints as much.

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CTL TW9 – Review

Posted on February 19th, 2010 | by admin

CTL TW9

The CTL TW9 is one of three laptops to feature the younger brother of the Core i7, the Core i5. The 15.6-incher CTL TW9 has some wonderful things in store for any computer user out there.

 

Running at a speed clocked at 2.53 GHz, the CTL TW9 is armed with a memory capacity of 2 gigabytes. Though smaller than most notebooks, the CTL TW9 nevertheless has enough in its arsenal to make short work of any task that you set it up against. You can do anything from the average computing requirements up to the more demanding tasks like gaming and 3D graphics.

 

This is possible because of the dedicated graphics card that the laptop is installed with. The Nvidia GeForce 9600-GS has 512 megabytes, which can let you play most of the games in the market although the newer ones are more demanding and would require more video memory to render. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t anything for you to play with anymore.

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CyberPower Xplorer X5-5720 – Review

Posted on February 17th, 2010 | by admin

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CyberPower has released the Xplorer X5-5720, a relatively new company that manufactures gaming and multimedia laptops and desktops. With prices starting from $1,199, the CyberPower Xplorer X5-5720 is part of the new Gamer Xplorer Series design that caters to one’s gaming and multimedia needs.

 

Although not as famous as manufacturers like Asus, Dell, Lenovo or Acer, CyberPower still has a following from those consumers who are into playing hardcore games or dabbling multimedia applications.
 

First off, the CyberPower Xplorer X5-5720 contains the groundbreaking Intel® Core™ i7-720 processor. This processor boosts speed for those demanding applications with the Intel Turbo Boost Technology, which accelerates the laptop’s performance. The i7-720 processor also allows fast multitasking, even when one is using the most pressing of applications. Moreover, one can enjoy fast computing with virtually no lags.

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Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 – Review

Posted on November 26th, 2009 | by admin

Fujitsu LifeBook E8410

Currently, there are two Fujitsu LifeBook E8410s available in the business laptop market – one made years ago with an Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 Processor running at 2.2GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, and the updated version with Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 Processor clocking at 2.1GHz with 3MB L2 Cache. Of the two versions available for the Fujitsu LifeBook E8410, some prefer the older E8410 as it has faster clock speed and more cache, but the newer one is more efficient as it has double the memory at 2GB, which allows faster processing of graphics media.

 

The Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 – whether the old or the new one – is designed and marketed as a laptop that would appeal to business people. With regards to the appearance, nothing significant has changed. It still has the matte black plastic lid with some gloss on the front lid and the silver keyboard tray blotted with weird-placed white keys. The Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 may not be that professional looking, but it looks good enough to be displayed in public.

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Gateway P79003FX Core 2 Quad – Review

Posted on November 8th, 2009 | by admin

acer-gateway-p79003fx-laptopProduced by Gateway, an Acer subsidiary, the P79003FX has yet to make it into the American market and was actually produced specifically for the Japanese laptop market. The P79003FX, which was announced in July of 2009, boasts the following features: (more…)

Alienware M17X – Review

Posted on October 18th, 2009 | by admin

 

 

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The Alienware M17x was mentioned in Core i7 laptops and quad core laptops.

The Alienware M17x, which was introduced last June this year, represents the first offspring of the Alienware/Dell union. The introduction of the Alienware M17x signifies that Alienware is now the face of Dell’s line of premium performance machines aimed at the consumer (non-business) market with specific focus on the gaming niche. That marriage has afforded Alienware a global market as it extends its presence in 35 countries.

 

In March 2006, Alienware officially became a subsidiary of computer giant, Dell, Inc. Founded a decade earlier, Alienware specializes in high performance desktops, laptops and workstations. The company had originally targeted a segment of the high performance gaming market, which at that time was considered insignificant by major manufacturers like Dell. As the demand for high performance gaming laptops grew over the years, Dell took notice and began showing an interest in Alienware as early as 2002.

 

The company’s name reflects the founders’ fondness for the hit TV series The X-Files. That admiration is even reflected in the names of the company’s products – Area-51, Hangar18, etc., and it extends to the gamer-influenced designs of Alienware’s machines.

 

Alienware’s marriage with Dell brought the former greater leverage as it maintained its autonomy in terms of design and marketing while at the same time providing it access to Dell’s supply chain, purchasing power, and production capabilities.

 

The Alienware M17x follows a trend among gaming laptops when it comes to design. One glance is enough to leave an impression that it is what it is – a gamer’s device. The device is decked with metals and every nook and cranny seems to be highlighted with LED lights. There is even an option that allows you to coordinate the device’s lighting combo.

 

The metal garnishes, the chassis, the internals, the robust design make this a heavy laptop. We don’t think you’d enjoy tugging this around all day. To us it is a desktop replacement that would most likely spend most of its operating time in the same desk.

 

Underneath the M17x’s heavy lid is a full-sized keyboard that is just as weighty. Atop the keyboard are various keys to control the device’s media and wireless features. The large touchpad has a wrist rest and is as responsive as you would expect with a laptop of this nature.

 

The M17x’s 17-inch display offers a 1920 x 1200 high-definition resolution. The great screen is ably complemented by a set of excellent speakers which are strong enough to fill a small room.

 

Performance-wise, the top-end Alienware M17x lives up to its claim as “the most powerful laptop in the universe.” The device has two of Nvidia’s GeForce GTX 280M graphics cards and a 2.53-GHz Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad QX9300 CPU. With this combo the M17x can take on the most demanding games available on the market today.

 

The M17x also comes with HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, four USB 2.0, eSATA, DisplayPort and FireWire ports, plus, a memory card reader, and an ExpressCard/54 slot.

 

SPECS AVAILABLE OPTIONS (From Dell’s website)
CPU Intel Core 2 Suo P8600 (3MB Cache, 1066MHz FSB)up to Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad QX9300 (12MB Cache, 1066MHz FSB)
RAM 4GB, 6GB, 8GB DDR31
Screen Size 17-inch WideXGA+ 1440 x 900 – (900p) LCD17-inch WideUXGA 1920 x 1200 – (1200p) LCD
Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit)Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit)
Battery Life About 3 hours
Graphics Single 1GB GDDR3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260MSLI Dual 1GB GDDR3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260MSLI Dual 1GB GDDR3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 280M

 

Pros

The Alienware M17x offers excellent performance, a great and sturdy design, cool customization options and powerful graphics. We also liked that it is highly configurable.

 

Cons

The M17x is heavy and as you upgrade it, the heavier it gets. Another thing about upgrading the M17x is that the price gets steeper with each upgrade. We agree with some users who think it has a relatively short battery life.

 

Conclusion

We think that the Alienware M17x is the best, if not, one of the best, gaming laptops money can buy. If there is a list of the top gaming laptops available today, we would not be surprised if the Alienware M17x tops those.

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Gateway P-7808u FX – Review

Posted on October 13th, 2009 | by admin

Gateway P-7808uFor hardcore gamers out there, Gateway has come up with yet another offering in the form of the Gateway P-7808u FX. Boasting performance that reportedly shatters expectations, the Gateway P-7808u is touted to be one of the models that can give an unbelievable and satisfactory gaming experience to any owner that is able to get their hands on one.

 

Specifications   
Processor 2GHz Core 2 Quad
Video NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GTS
Memory 4GB GDDR3
Hard drive space 500GB
Display 17-inch Liquid Crystal Display
Battery 9-cell Lithium Ion battery unit

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Toshiba Satellite P505-S8945 – Review

Posted on October 10th, 2009 | by admin

TOSHIBA SATELLITE P505-S8945The Toshiba Satellite P500-S8945 is being marketed as a gamer’s laptop that can also be used as a mobile desktop replacement and a multimedia device. This business laptop has a large 18.4-inch LCD screen is one of the Toshiba Satellite P500-S8945’s main attractions. An Intel Core 2 Duo Processor P7350 handles its processing requirements; it also packs a 6GB of DDR2 system memory and a huge 500GB hard drive.

 

After inspection, we can definitely say that the Toshiba Satellite P500-S8945’s build quality is above average. The chassis is tastefully decked with what Toshiba calls a Fusion Finish with Sonic pattern in black onyx. The glossy plastic finish does retain fingerprints so it’s good to have a handy soft cloth around to wipe those prints once in a while. (more…)

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Apple 13″ MacBook Pro – Review

Posted on October 6th, 2009 | by admin

APPLE 13 MACBOOK PROIn this laptop review, we take a close look at Apple’s 13” MacBook Pro. Intended as a replacement for the 13-inch MacBook introduced in October 2008, the MacBook Pro 13” distinguishes itself from its predecessor by its Pro designation. This means, this is a higher-end device and not an entry-level laptop as its older sibling.

 

Macintosh computers may not be as popular as PCs but they definitely have a strong presence in the computer market. Macs are known to have very loyal, and sometimes outspoken, fans and followers. Pick any Mac user to talk to and be prepared to hear about the Mac’s ease of use, display clarity, reliability and ergonomic design. However, not a few would admit that they chose a Mac just to stand out in a PC crowd. Macs definitely have at least a few advantages over PCs but all these come with a premium price – another aspect that Macs are notorious for.

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