HP Pavilion g7-1002sg Review

Lighting unit. Since his little brother a little attention in the test "Intel! 2011" pool test laptop, the laptop HP Pavilion Office of the G-7 was bad for his moment of glory. For 499 euros (MSRP), Hewlett-Packard offers a 17.3 "laptop with an AMD quad-core Radeon HD 6470M graphics card.

A plethora of different models-24 to be exact, make up the new line of laptops HP Pavilion G7-1000. Its 17.3 "screen with a blank screen and a native resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels (HD +) will be the first thing you notice.

Series also known as a case design that detects the use of HP Pavilion 1141sg G6 as well. By themselves, the various models of equipment means the choice is almost unlimited. In addition, older Intel processors, the G7 is also available on the new Intel Sandy Bridge and up to AMD processors.

HP Pavilion 1002sg We estimated the G7 is equipped with an AMD Phenom X4 II P960 quad-core processor, running a 1.8 GHz clock speed, 4 GB of DDR3 RAM, 750 GB hard drive, and dedicated AMD Radeon HD card to the 6470M graphics. Sounds expensive? It is not! This model, as well as others start as low as € 499 (RRP) including VAT.

Specifications HP Pavilion g7-1002sg :

• Processor : AMD Phenom II X4 P960 1.8 GHz
• Mainboard : AMD RS880M
• Memory : 4096 MB, Hynix (Hyundai Electronics), 1333 MHz, DDR3-10600S, max 8 GB, 2 Slots
• Graphics adapter : AMD Radeon HD 6470M - 1024 MB, 8.801.1.2000
• Display : 17.3 inch 16:9, 1600x900 pixel, AUO B173RW01 V3, BrightView, Diagonal: 43.9 cm, HD+, LED, glossy: yes
• Harddisk : Hitachi HTS547575A9E384, 750GB 5400rpm Travelstar 5K750
• Soundcard : HD Audio
• Connections : 3 USB 2.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Line-Out (headphone jack), Microphone Input, Card Reader: SD, MMC, RJ-45
• Networking : Realtek PCIe FE Family Controller (10/100MBit), Broadcom BCM 4313 (bgn)
• Optical drive : HP DVD RW DS-8A5LH
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 31 x 412 x 268
• Weight : 2.796 kg Power Supply: 0.349 kg
• Battery : 47 Wh Lithium-Ion, 6 Cells, 10.8 Volts, Model HSTNN-UB0W
• Price : 499 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: HP Webcam (0.3 Megapixel, VGA) mit integrietem Digitalmikrofon, Notebook, 6-Cell Battery, 90-Watt Power Supply with Cable, Various Reading Material, Adobe Reader 9, eBay, Microsoft Office 2010 Starter, MusicStation, Snapfish, CyberLink DVD Suite & YouCam, Microsoft Silverlight, ATP, Windows Live Essentials, Software from HP, 24 Months Warranty, Warranty with Pickup and Return Service, Silver.

Performance
The material in the G7, is not limited by much except for your own imagination. The wide range of processors allow you to customize thoroughly to fit your needs. In addition to the Intel processors are AMD and Intel new line of processors available for the Sandy Bridge G7. The model we reviewed, is equipped with an AMD Phenom X4 Quad-P960 heart.

Driving on a core clock speed of 1.8 GHz with only 2 MB of L2 cache can be seen as a cheap (but relatively small) possibility of multi-core processors. If you are looking for more power, the new Sandy Bridge processors that are produced by the ultra-modern 32-nm process, may be the way to go with their fast recovery of data from the L3 cache. AMD Phenom is in the particular configuration, we review here, only manages a performance comparable to the previous generation of Intel mobile, however.

Turning to the graphics card, things get a little more interesting. In addition to the edge AMD Radeon HD 4250 graphics card, we find the AMD Radeon HD 6470M dedicated graphics card with 1 GB of RAM. With 160 stream processors, UVD3 video decoding and DirectX 11 support, this GPU proudly wearing the latest graphics technologies.

The graphic manual change cards are not the most convenient way to achieve a good balance between energy efficiency and powerful graphics rendering. In the Catalyst Control Center, you can switch between which of the two GPUs are active.

The new AMD PowerShell 4.0 XpressMusic aka BACON (auto switchable graphics) is not installed. But as Bacon is a bit more of a prototype, it's probably a good thing that you must manually change the graphics card that works perfectly, by the way.

The first test we ran in the performance of the processor. Single-core performance is particularly limited because of the lack of L3 cache. The Cinebench R10 (64-bit) Maxon reference only confirms this. Earn 1922 points only, the classification of the CPU in place here in the lower third of our entire database. A very similar scores are manufactured by Intel Core i3-330M.

The current dominant model, Core i5-2410M, it runs 57.2% faster at 4493 points. Rendering Multi-Thread, includes the AMD here in the pace and places closer to average with 6649 points. The new AMD Llano APU A6-3410MX-in HP Pavilion dv6 6110eg earn 7198 points (+7.6%). The alternative dual-core i5 is even faster (+ 29.9%). Even Intel starter current model Intel Core i3-2310M is a bit faster than the P960 (+ 9.3%).

Toshiba Satellite R830-11C Review

Business Notebook. Toshiba has released a satellite phone R830, 13.3-inch subnotebook that may be of particular interest to business customers. Small, lightweight, portable stands a sleek, good battery and equipped with an SSD.

Now he can hardly move for laptops that use a combination of hardware Intel Core i5-2410M graphics and Intel HD 3000 graphics. We recently made a large number of them in the Intel test! 2011 project. So how can a laptop stand out from the crowd? Toshiba simple answer to this question is the same hardware in a small sub-portable 13.3-inch, a range of different prices. The case is made of magnesium instead of plastic, the screen is matte, and an SSD has been used instead of a conventional hard drive. But instead, the user is asked to cough up about 1000 euros.

Specifications Toshiba Satellite R830-11C :

• Processor : Intel Core i5 2410M 2.3 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM55 Express Chipset
• Memory : 4096 MB, DDR3-10600, 1333 MHz, max. 8 GB, 2 banks
• Graphics adapter : Intel HD Graphics 3000, 8.15.10.2291
• Display : 13.3 inch 16:9, 1366x768 pixel, LED backlighting, glossy: no
• Harddisk : Toshiba THNSNC128GMLJ, 128GB Solid State Drive
• Soundcard : Realtek ALC269
• Connections : 2 USB 2.0, 1 USB 3.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 eSata, Audio Connections: 2x audio (headphones, microphone), Card Reader: 6-in-1 card reader (MMC, SD Memory Card, SDHC, miniSD, microSD, SDXC),
• Networking : Intel 82579V Gigabit Network Connection (10/1000MBit), Atheros AR9002WB-1NG Wireless Network Adapter (bgn), 3.0 + HS Bluetooth
• Optical drive : MATSHITA DVD-RAM UJ8A2AS
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 18.3 - 26.6 x 316 x 227
• Weight : 1.48 kg Power Supply: 0.23 kg
• Battery : 66 Wh Lithium-Ion, 6-cell battery, 10.8 Volt
• Price : 999,00 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: VGA WebCam mit Gesichtserkennung, Toshiba Bluetooth Stack, Toshiba Bluetooth Monitor, Toshiba Disc Creator, Toshiba user handbook, Supervisor password program, Toshiba Assist, Chicony Camera Assistant Software, Toshiba facial recognition software, Toshiba Value Added Package, 24 Months Warranty.

Performance

At the heart of a 13.3-inch laptop has an Intel Core i5-2410M processor. This is a mid-level processor I have the latest generation of Core processors, based on Sandy Bridge architecture. I5-2410M is a dual-core speed 2.3 GHz per core model. Thank you for hyperthreading processor can handle four threads simultaneously. If more power is needed at a particular time, the system can dynamically overclock the system.

Depending upon demand, or both cores can be overclocked to 2.6 GHz, or one of the core can be overclocked 2.9 GHz so you can give a new impulse to the processor performance, although this will only happen if the processor is pretty cool. With a TDP of 35 watts the processor is very frugal, and not have too much to develop the cooling system, which is certainly the front 13.3-inch laptop.

The processor includes an integrated graphics card, which is of great benefit to the system. Allows the laptop to do without a dedicated graphics card, which would be used in a lot of extra energy. Unit is Intel integrated graphics HD 3000 Graphics Compared to previous models, HD 3000 Graphics has integrated graphics power, is now on the same level as the entry-level Nvidia GeForce 310M.

This usually means you can play some older games without problems, and even some of the newer games (eg, StarCraft 2). However, one must accept some sacrifices quality and accuracy of modern games. Integrated graphics cards are designed mainly for basic functions such as working on office documents, surfing the Internet, or video, not games.

Especially with a laptop as Toshiba R830, you can assume it will focus on the company and to the Office of things instead of games.

Toshiba has really given the small subnotebooks a powerful processor in terms of Intel Core i5-2410M. It is also the reference processor. In Cinebench R10 Rendering Single (64 bits), the Satellite R830 works well with a score of 4556.0 points. What is the same as 15-inch notebook, which is also equipped with Intel Core i5-2410M. Satellite R830 even be placed outside the hotel.

It also scores well in the Cinebench R10 Multi-rendering (64 bit), its points of 9653 by placing among the leaders. For example, we see similar results from LH531 14-inch Fujitsu LifeBook (2410M, HD 3000 Graphics) with 9659 points, or Acer Aspire 3830TG-2414G75nbb (2410M, GT540M), which is 13.3 inches and marked 9651 points. In 64-bit CPU Cinebench R11.5 Reference subnotebooks all scores of 2.6 points, it is on par with other notebooks, which has an Intel Core i5-2410M. The processor is the Turbo seems to come into force without any problems when using the CPU heavy.

Sony Vaio VPC-SB2L1E Review

Low Price. The time for summer business Sony has revamped the color scheme and now offers the Vaio PCV-SB2L1E / W as a subnotebook affordable, with an Intel Core i3-2310M AMD Radeon HD 6470M graphics / off and a mat 13.3-inch screen, which is designed for students. Price: 799 euros (MSRP).

13.3-inch subnotebook with a drop of more and are more accessible to more moderate rates of less than 1,000 euros. For this reason, Sony has expanded its product range of VAIO-SB2L1E SB / W control us, which is an Intel Core i3-2310 m dual-core processor and the AMD Radeon 6470M graphics card.

Depending on personal taste of the range of input devices is available in white or silver, in which the aluminum chassis design with its "full plate" is the basis for both. In addition to other features of more expensive models are. Among them is the VAIO Plus display screen with an area of ​​anti-glare screen and half the resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, or the possibility of connecting a docking station and a portion of the battery.

If the entry price is € 799 (RRP), buyers, however, to compromise in terms of RAM (4 GB) and hard disk capacity and accessibility of mobile internet (3G UMTS is not available). Find out if this acquisition is, however, it is worth, and if this is justified, the student subnotebook targeted customers.

Specifications Sony Vaio VPC-SB2L1E/W :

• Processor : Intel Core i3 2310M 2.1 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM65
• Memory : 4096 MB, 1333 MHz, onboard, DDR3-10600S, 1 bank, maximum 8 GByte
• Graphics adapter : AMD Radeon HD 6470M - 512 MB, Core: 800 MHz, Memory: 900 MHz, 8.823.0.0
• Display :
• 13.3 inch 16:9, 1366x768 pixel, Sony SNY05FA, LED, WXGA, Vaio Display Plus, anti-glare layer, diagonal: 33.7 centimeters, glossy: no
• Harddisk : Hitachi HTS545050B9SA00, 500GB 5400rpm Travelstar 5K500.B
• Soundcard : Intel Cougar Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller
• Connections : 2 USB 2.0, 1 USB 3.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: headphone output, Card Reader: MagicGate, SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC, RJ-45
• Networking : Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (10/100/1000MBit), Intel WiFi Link 1000 BGN (bgn), 2.1 +HS Bluetooth
• Optical drive : MATSHITA DVD-RAM UJ8A2AS
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 23.9 x 331 x 244.5
• Weight : 1.678 kg Power Supply: 0.286 kg
• Battery : 49 Wh Lithium-Ion, 4 cells, 4400 mAh, type: VGP-BPS24, exchangeable, 11.1 volts
• Price : 799 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: 0,3 Megapixel, VGA, 640x480 Pixel, Subnotebook, AC adapter with power cable, printed documentation, Adobe Acrobat 9, Distiller 9, Photoshop Elements 9, Premiere Elements 9, Adobe Reader X, Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), Microsoft Office 2010 Starter, Media Gallery, Music Unlimited, Windows Live Essentials, ArcSoft Webcam Suite, McAfee Internet Security, 24 Months Warranty, 12 months standard warranty + 12 months after registering, color: white, backlit keyboard, Dolby Home Theater v3, 2 stereo loudspeakers, HDD shock protection

Performance
Current Phones priced relatively low input are not equipped with components that date. Sony has opted for an Intel Core i3-2310M dual core processor platform Huron River (chipset: HM65). Studibook for "The central component of the SB series is a favorite entry-level and offers a clock speed of 2.1 GHz and 3 MB L3 cache. Ignore Hyper-Threading support (child of 4 ), lack Turbo-Boost is a downside. The largest dual-core brethren, like the Intel Core i5-2410M (50 euros in the configuration), support this feature very useful and are generally a little more expensive.

Similarly, the display and the processor options, video does not ruin the choice of buyers. Inside, there is a combination of integrated Intel GMA 3000 HD graphics processor, and dedicated to the AMD Radeon HD 6470M entry-level segment of the current average. With 512 megabytes of memory and a clock frequency of 800 MHz and 900 MHz memory speeds, this should also count on casual players. What is unfortunate is the fact that Sony has chosen to change the graphics from the units via a slider above the keyboard. Other manufacturers already use automated solution PowerXpress 4.0 alias Bacon, that is an alternative to Nvidia Optimus. On the other hand SB2L1E / W is stored in the current difficulties in the beginning is the AMD solution.

Let's get our complete current reference. To begin the benchmarks are CPU Maxon, during which the Intel Core i3-2310M dual core processor has to prove himself. Cinebench R10 tested using the calculation with a single cable (64-bit only) the results of the 3469 CPU points, placing it in the middle range of our database. Depending on the settings comparable (eg, HP EliteBook 4530) Intel Core i3-380M is ahead of a similar level of performance.

While multi-threading rendering the average performance continues, and devices like the Acer Aspire 3750 Intel Test! 2011 pool device, or Dell Inspiron 15R is also in the region of 7519 points obtained. A built-SB1Z9EB Sony Vaio with an Intel Core i5-2520m or less i5-2410M is faster than 25.8% (10,128 points) and 20.4% (9451 points) better performance, respectively. In light of the improved performance and 2.0 Turbo Boost Technology Support, we recommend a look at Intel Core i5-2410M, in our opinion, even if the tested processor is obviously not have any problems with desktop applications or multimedia.

Gigabyte P2532N Review

Courage to be unique. Gigabyte looking to build a 15.6-inch multimedia notebook that can serve as Nvidia Optimus technology, but high-definition display, and quad-core processors.

When T1125N Convertible, P2532N is only the second device to think carefully Gigabyte. Gigabyte plays a relatively minor position in the notebook sector. There are only a few devices from the same manufacturer available for Internet transactions. To find out if Gigabyte deserves more attention, we took a 15.6-inch P2532N. Expensive multimedia notebook combines stylish case with powerful components for the medium and premium.

Gigybyte site currently lists two different models. Let's start P2532N, which we crossed, and sold about 1,200 euros. The buyer may not be just a fast quad-core Intel (Core i7 2630QM) and DirectX 11 graphics card from Nvidia (GeForce 550M) at this price. 750 GB (7200 rpm) and eight gigabytes of DDR3 memory (1333 MHz) are also included. In addition to a normal DVD burner and a shiny Full HD screen.

The second model, called P2532V is currently unavailable at any German dealer according to "geizhals.de". The components are identical to the first model, for the most part. The difference is in the display. Instead of a "standard" 60 Hz screen, using a Gigabyte 3D capable of 120 Hz is shown in P2532V. Updated images, movies and games can also be enjoyed in the third dimension with the shutter glasses included, if you want. The screen only has a resolution of 1366x768 pixels and 1920x1080 pixels are not as 3D function uses a lot of power.

Potential buyers must choose between high resolution and 3D support. This meter before taking personally the standard version. On the one hand, the NVIDIA 3D Vision technology could not completely convince the test. Furthermore, the 3D version is not an automatic change of graphics (Nvidia Optimus).

Specifications Gigabyte P2532N :

• Processor : Intel Core i7 2630QM 2 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM65
• Memory : 8192 MB, 2x 4096 MB DDR3-RAM (1333 MHz), max. 8 GB, 2 slots
• Graphics adapter : NVIDIA GeForce GT 550M - 2048 MB, Core: 740 MHz, Memory: 900 MHz, Shader rate: 1480 MHz, DDR3-VRAM, ForceWare 267.21
• Display : 15.6 inch 16:9, 1920x1080 pixel, LG Philips LP156WF1-TLC1, Full HD, LED backlight, glossy: yes
• Harddisk : WDC WD7500BPKT-75PKA4T0, 750GB 7200rpm
• Soundcard : Realtek ALC269 @ Intel Cougar Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller
• Connections : 1 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 eSata, Audio Connections: headphone, microphone, Card Reader: SD,MMC,MS,MS Pro
• Networking : Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (10/100/1000MBit), Realtek RTL8188CE Wireless LAN 802.11n (bgn), 3.0 Bluetooth
• Optical drive : Slimtype DVD A DU8A3S
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 40 x 392 x 263
• Weight : 2.662 kg Power Supply: 0.546 kg
• Battery : 60.75 Wh Lithium-Ion, 5400 mAh, 11.25 V, 6 cells
• Price : 1199 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: 1.3 Megapixel, power adapter: 120 watts, manual, warranty card, cleaning cloth, driver & tool DVD, 24 Months Warranty.

Performance

Processor: Intel Core i7 2630QM
Equipped with a user enough for the future, GIGABYTE provides P2532N a recent quad-core processors. Intel Core i7 is 2630QM Sandy Bridge generation of powerful and is made of the width of 32 nm. 995000000 transistors and six indication MB L3 cache size, high-performance capabilities. Base to 2.00 GHz is not exactly huge, but the CPU can be overclocked up to 2.90 GHz, thanks to the Turbo Boost function.

Hyper Threading is also an important function. Eight subjects can be treated simultaneously with the simulation of four virtual cores. While some applications can clearly benefit from Hyper Threading, games not react to this technology. A built-in graphics chip, called HD 3000 Graphics, is one of the functions of the Core i7 2630QM. Power consumption is above average. Intel said a TDP of 45 watts (equivalent to a Core i7 & 2720QM 2820QM).

Samsung RF511 Review

Quad ATVs. Samsung responds to strong demand in the previous model, RF510, RF511 called a revision. The graphics and processor performance have been improved to a quad core and Fermi, the perfect SUV.

Although Samsung has released anything new on the market in terms of appearance (see RF510), the RF511 is, however, to date in terms of technology. In addition to the Core i7 2630QM, Intel Quad Core with the best price-performance, Nvidia Geforce GT game can do its job 540M in the case. The matte WXGA display, every day of the event, however, proper lookout elegant is attractive to many buyers.

RF511 will be the benefits sufficient to justify the relatively high price of 959 euros (cheaper version available)? + Quad GT 540m hardware is made available in the Aspire 5750G, Asus X53SV, HR-275GE Packard Bell TS11), the Lenovo IdeaPad Y560p and Toshiba P750-100685-729 euros. Can a professional, ergonomic shape and dim view of all this? We show the advantages (few) disadvantages of RF511.

Specifications Samsung RF511-S05DE :

• Processor : Intel Core i7 2630QM 2 GHz
• Mainboard : Intel HM65
• Memory : 8192 MB, 2x4096, PC3-10700
• Graphics adapter : NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M - 2048 MB, Core: 672 MHz, Memory: 900 MHz, ForceWare 266.72
• Display : 15.6 inch 16:9, 1366x768 pixel, SAMSUNG LTN156AT23801, glossy: no
• Harddisk : Hitachi HTS547575A9E384, 750GB 5400rpm
• Soundcard : Realtek ALC269 @ Intel Ibex Peak PCH
• Connections : 2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: line out, microphone, Card Reader: SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC,
• Networking : Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (10/100/1000MBit), Broadcom 802.11n (abgn), 3.0 Bluetooth
• Optical drive : TSSTcorp DVDWBD TS-LB23A
• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 37 x 379.6 x 255.5
• Weight : 2.594 kg Power Supply: 0.351 kg
• Battery : 57 Wh Lithium-Ion, 5200mAh 11.1V
• Price : 999 Euro
• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
• Additional features : Webcam: 1280x720, Cyberlink YouCam, Cyberlink BD Suite (Power Director/DVD)), 24 Months Warranty

Performance
2630QM Quad Core i7 to 4 x 2.0 GHz (standard clock) is installed in many laptop computers, thanks to its good performance in the money ratio (price of laptop computers are beginning to 700 euros). When necessary, it can be overclocked to 2.9 GHz via Turbo Boost (kernel).

Included in 3000 warrants HD graphics (relatively) economical to use the battery, but not the GPU performance is needed. NVIDIA GeForce GT 540 (2048 MB) is automatically disabled in the Nvidia Optimus.

The CPU tests, Cinebench R11.5 (Multi, 64-bit) 4.18 minutes (default), an increase of 4.36 points (speed mode). "Similar" in 2630QM Fujitsu NH751, however, has reached 4.83 points, up 5.0 points are possible Aspire 7750G-TZ083V G73SW or Asus. That said, the RF511 is a relatively weak performance of the data, while the CPU. Cause: The other devices (all 17 inches) can apparently take advantage of the overhead of dynamic frequency (Turbo 2.0) for longer due to a larger cooling system. This is the time that the CPU clock above 2.9 GHz, so for more than a reference to the turbo.

Lenovo ThinkPad E220s

ThinkPad E220S is a brother for 14-inch 12-inch Lenovo ThinkPad E420s. This nicely portable laptop offering the latest generation of Intel Core series and graphics, 4GB of memory. Notebeook good performance and reasonable price that weighs just over three pounds.

Our Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E220s review unit has the following specs :

• 12.5-inch "Infinity Glass" glossy display (1366x768 resolution)
• Windows 7 Professional 64-bit
• Intel Core i5-2537M dual-core processor (1.40 GHz)
• Intel HM65 chipset
• Integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000
• 4GB DDR3-1333 RAM
• 320GB 7200RPM Seagate hard drive (ST320LT000, 7mm height)
• Intel WiFi Link 1000 BGN wireless network adapter
• No internal Bluetooth
• Integrated 720p webcam
• Integrated fingerprint reader
• Internal non-removable Li-polymer 43Whr battery
• Weight: 3.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 12.3 x 8.4 x 0.85 inches
• 1-year limited warranty
• MSRP: $869 (similar configurations are available now at Lenovo.com for $699)

Lenovo offers several configuration options for the ThinkPad E220, but at the time of writing the two options available on Lenovo.com presented the slowest processor is the Intel Core i3-2357M processor (1.30GHz) and the fastest Intel Core i7-2617M Processor (1.5 GHz). As the 14-inch E420 we have already discussed, the E220 does not come with two or even three years standard warranty business like other ThinkPads. In addition, Lenovo uses a removable battery and hard drives Seagate Slim 7 mm (standard portable hard drive is 9.5 mm) to give this laptop a lighter weight and slim shape.

Build and Design
As mentioned above, the E220S is a smaller version of the 14-inch E420s. These E-series devices have a number of design elements that distinguish them from outside the traditional ThinkPad. E220S has rounded edges and polished metal in place of all-business, box-like shape, which has become the hallmark of ThinkPad. Open the door screen and you will find a simplified keyboard and a touchpad with no extra buttons, media, or the Quick Launch buttons. The screen is big piece of shiny plastic covering, which Lenovo calls "Infinity Glass". It helps to improve contrast and color saturation, but also creates the reflections of the sun or bright artificial light and attracts smudges and dirt on the screen.

Although outside the E220 is very user friendly, this notebook has a support structure of metal alloy in the chassis for increased durability. Lenovo E220 also gave a spill-resistant keyboard, "ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery," which restores your system settings in case of system crash, and the typical "Active Protection System" that detects sudden drops and park your hard drive to prevent disk failure from droplets. As beautiful as these is that I was not impressed by the support structure on the top of the screen. It bends too easily and I'm worried long-term screen saver, if you're a frequent traveler. I can not imagine that this cover can withstand too many results from the theft of a suitcase lock guide air into compartments.

The most interesting design of the E220 is Lenovo's commitment to be environmentally responsible. The E220 is EPEAT Gold, RoHS and Energy Star, LED backlit displays are 100% mercury and arsenic. Plastic components are made from recycled more than 10% and the laptop comes in a cardboard box with 100% recycled non-toxic inks. My only complaint is that Lenovo seems to believe that environmentally conscious consumers as non-removable batteries. Li-polymer battery in the ThinkPad E220 is packed inside the chassis and there is no easy way to replace the battery on their own without the complete disassembly of the laptop.