Posted to Notebooks 2010-01-03
For a little more than the price of a netbook, consumers can buy the Toshiba Satellite L455-S5975 PC Notebook, which is one of the best-valued "low-budget" computers currently available on the market. This thin and lightweight laptop is specifically targeted towards home users who need something simple to perform non-complex tasks like word processing and Internet browsing. If you don't want to pay more than $450 or so for a notebook, then this is the one to consider. Measuring 15.1" x 1.5" x 10.5" and weighing 5.9 pounds, the L455-S5975 is stylishly built for home or office use without sacrificing portability for on-the-go. Although it has a battery life of less than 3 hours, this notebook counterbalances that with features and computing performance. It is loaded with features like Ethernet, wireless LAN, hi-speed USB, CD/DVD drive, and more. You may find similar notebooks for less money, but few match the quality and design of this Toshiba.
ValueAt a price close to that of a high-end netbooks, the Toshiba Satellite L455-S5975 is very impressive as far as the balance of features, capabilities, and performance goes. Not only does it feature Windows 7 Home Premium, but it also packs the power of an Intel Celeron processor backed by 2GB (max 8GB) RAM. If you plan to perform small tasks such as multimedia video watching, word processing, or Internet browsing, then you will discover that this notebook is perfect for the job. FeaturesThis model is surprisingly well-featured. It is loaded with a 250GB hard drive, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator, multi-format DVD±RW/CD-RW drive, memory card reader, Realtek wireless LAN (802.11b/g), 3 USB ports, and 10/100 Ethernet LAN. If you want the most for your money, the L455-S5975 is as good as it gets. Very few netbooks offer the functionality that this notebook offers, yet this one impresses further with its 15.6" TruBrite TFT-LCD widescreen display. Considering how inexpensive this model is, some of the features that are included are a surprise. SummaryIn summary, the Toshiba Satellite L455-S5975 offers a nice balance of multitasking, functionality, and features for home users and students alike. With the additional multimedia capabilities, the L455-S5975 is a nice addition to the Satellite series. If you are looking for something with a longer battery life, then you may want to check out the high-end netbooks. But at a price close to that of many netbooks, this notebook will have netbook fans reconsidering their choices. Pros
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