HP EliteBook 4525s, 15.6 “matte € 463! HD5470, Phenom X3 II, ExpressCard, 7200 rev / min

The new HP EliteBook 4525s (XX792EA) is a versatile laptop that appears at this time to less than 465 euros. AMD platform in the Danube, it boasts a Triple Core processor, an ATI graphics card, hard drive and a slick slab mate, all in a 15.6-inch format.

HP EliteBook 4525s (XX792EA)

This laptop sports a simple and original appearance both with its shadows and caviar finish with brushed metal finish on the hull and the wrist

HP EliteBook 4525s (XX792EA) – Performance (April 2011)

Processor Graphics Card Weight Autonomy
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Technical

Slab 15.6”WXGA HD LED Backlight (1366 × 768, anti-glare)
Processor AMD Phenom Triple Core II P860 (2.0 GHz)
RAM Installed (Max) 4 GB DDR3 1333 MHz (8 GB), 2 slots
Storage 320 GB 7200 rpm / min
Graphics Card ATI Mobility Radeon HD5470 512 MB dedicated
Optical Drive LightScribe DVD burner
Audio System 2 speakers
Webcam 2.0 megapixels with microphone
Network Wi-Fi b / g / n + Ethernet
Bluetooth Yes, Bluetooth 3.0 + HS
Card Reader 5 in 1
Output (s) video HDMI, VGA
Fingerprint reader
Input (s) / Output (s) Headset, Microphone
ExpressCard Yes, ExpressCard34
Firewire
USB 4 USB 2.0 combo with 1 e-SATA
Operating System Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Battery Li-ion 6-cell 47Whr
Autonomy announced 3:30 max
Dimensions (mm) 371.8 x 249.6 x 27.7-31.5
Weight 2.39 Kg
Guarantee 1 year
Other Spill-resistant keyboard with numeric keypad, multi-touch touchpad
Software HP Protectools, Face Recognition, QuickLook 3, QuickWeb

QuickLook QuickWeb 3 and get quick access to the Internet, e-mails, contacts and calendars without having to wait the time for complete download of Windows 7.

HP EliteBook 4525s (XX792EA)

The HP EliteBook 4525s (XX792EA) is a versatile laptop that will interest those looking for a model anti-glare panel with good connections.

Its screen has indeed an anti-reflective coating in contrast to a majority of its competitors which makes it less prone to glare than glossy screens, especially in light environment (eg outdoors). It also displays a classical resolution of 1366 × 768 and a 16:9 format well suited to playing videos.

It will be also possible to read without regard to HD video thanks to the dedicated graphics card Mobility Radeon HD5470, which is also able to handle games resource-efficient 3D.

The connection is provided and it should fill users with Wi-Fi, VGA, HDMI and USB 2.0 with 4 1 e-SATA combo. In addition, a wireless module Bluetooth 3.0 + HS is present but also a slot ExpressCard34, what advantage such as the USB 3.0 via a dedicated card.

This notebook runs on AMD platform Danube Triple Core processor, the Phenom II P860, which coupled with 4 GB of RAM and hard drive swift at 7200 rev / min with a storage capacity of 320 GB standard delivers good performance in current use and multitasking. In addition, through its three core, it offers faster treatment than under the Dual Core CPU operating software multicore architecture.

It is now possible to buy the HP EliteBook 4525s (XX792EA) the exclusive price of 398 euros HT (about 476 euros) is at HP France , which puts it among the few models in its class to receive a slab matt / crystal. In addition, shipping is available right now at HP France , which also grants until the end of April 1 through 5% discount code TRAD0311 , bringing the cost of the HP EliteBook 4525s (XX792EA) to only 463.21 euros.

AMD begins delivering its first APU Llano to counter Sandy Bridge

AMD proudly announces that it has just begun delivery of its first APU Llano its partners.

AMD early delivery Llano

Engraved in 32nm, the APU (Accelerated Processing Unit) Llano embark in them some processor, the graphics controller and a Radeon HD6000M DDR3 like the APU Zacate Ontario.

While these references are displayed in C (Ontario) and E (Zacate), the APU Llano starting to be delivered to AMD partners themselves belong to the series A. This APU Llano Quad Core who intend at the heart of the market and will therefore replace the current Athlon and Phenom II to integrate mobile AMD and AMD Vision Ultimate Vision Premium.

For the CEO of AMD Acting Thomas Seifert, the first APU Llano and systems that employ them should hit the market in the second quarter of 2011. However, unclear whether they will actually land in the stock of laptops with APU Llano before the end of June or the marks will reserve their innovations in the field to return to school. Remember also that APU Llano Series A will be Quad Core Dual Core also.

AMD took the opportunity to point out that his video via an APU Llano Quad Core A8-3510MX with some Radeon HD6620M is more powerful than the Intel Core i7-2630QM Sandy Bridge Quad Core with Intel GMA 3000 HD while using less energy .

Formalized in late March

Unveiled in early January , the new Samsung Netbook NS310 landed in France in a version less than 400 euros in Pine Trail platform Intel Dual Core Atom Processor N550, 10.1 inch matte tile and Bluetooth 3.0 + HS as the reference Samsung Naoto NS310. Blue, it weighs just 1.05 kg and has a backlit keyboard.

Samsung Naoto NS310

Samsung Naoto NS310 – Performance (April 2011)

Processor Graphics Card Weight Autonomy
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Technical

Slab 10.1”WSVGA LED Backlight 300 nits 100 000 1 (1024 × 600, matte)
Processor Intel Dual Core Atom Pineview N550 (1.5 GHz)
RAM Installed (Max) 1 GB DDR3 1066 MHz (2 Go), a slot occupied
Storage 320 GB 5400 rpm / min
Graphics Card Intel GMA 3150 integrated processor
Optical Drive
Audio System 2 speakers SRS Premium Sound Effect of 1.5W each
Webcam 0.3 megapixel with microphone
Network Wi-Fi b / g / n + Ethernet
Bluetooth Yes, Bluetooth 3.0 + HS
Card Reader SD / SDHC / SDXC / MMC
Output (s) video VGA
Fingerprint reader
Input (s) / Output (s) Headset, Microphone
ExpressCard
Firewire
USB 3 USB 2.0
Operating System Windows 7 Starter 32 bit
Battery Li-Polymer 3-cell 2300mAh
Autonomy announced Max 5 hours, 3 hours of video playback
Dimensions (mm) 275 x 187.5 x 25.3-30.9
Weight 1.05 kg (with battery)
Guarantee 1 year
Other Backlit Chiclet keyboard, touchpad with scroll zone
Software Microsoft Office 2010 Starter, Samsung applications including Fast Start and Easy File Share

Fast Start allows a restart of the Netbook in just 3 seconds after a long day so advanced that Easy File Share provides a quick and easy sharing of files with other computers. The tool Simple PC to Phone is also on hand to simply connect the mobile phone Netbook to view, edit and send SMS and MMS directly from the netbook through an interface simple and intuitive.

This netbook has an appearance designed by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that wanted to offer a minimalist style and clean in a bright shiny metal finish and rounded shapes. Naoto Fukasawa had already created the desgin of the Samsung N310 in 2009.

Samsung Naoto NS310

Available for less than 400 euros here in Fnac , the NS310 Naoto Samsung is currently one of only models of its class to receive a storage space of at least 320 GB and a backlit keyboard.

This is a feature not yet present on our phones, even on much more expensive models that Netbook. The backlit keyboard is especially valuable when the ambient light is low in order to distinguish the keys under these conditions.

Unlike many of its competitors, it also benefits from storage space above 250 GB, however, his memory of 1 GB is standard as part of the Intel GMA X3150. Its Dual Core Atom processor N550 will show him a little more comfortable in office and surfing the Internet than Atom Single Core (eg N455). However, do not expect significant differences in performance between the CPU and a Dual Core Atom with one heart.

Samsung Naoto NS310

If the screen of the Samsung NS310 Naoto shows a standard resolution of 1024 × 600, it has a brightness and contrast above average and a treatment mat that makes so much less prone to reflections that a glossy panel allowing to distinguish what is displayed on the screen in bright environments (outdoors for example).

The connection it is relatively straightforward since there are 3 USB 2.0 ports, audio connectors, a VGA video output modules as well as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 3.0 + n HS, wireless standard appeared in 2010.

Its limited weight to 1.05 kg including battery is very significant. However, his self-announced maximum of 5 hours is much less. So, those who wish to work throughout the day on battery power will go their way.

X370 MSI X-Slim, 13.4 “Fusion Zacate: unpacking, First Impressions (video)

Formalized in late March , the new ultraportable 13.4 inches X-Slim X370 in Brazos platform with AMD Dual Core APU Fusion Zacate unpeu is revealed through a more unpacking and handling of video.

X370 MSI X-Slim unpacking video

Our colleagues at Notebook Italia have indeed had the opportunity to take over the X370 MSI X-Slim and give us their impressions on video.

This ultraportable is compact, thin and features an attractive appearance with its glossy Color Print Film at the shell and chrome rim. The interior, however, is dull, with a Chiclet keyboard which is firm and should allow for comfortable typing for long hours. The touchpad, large, sensitive and accompanied by a chrome bar buttons.

The left side houses the VGA, Ethernet, HDMI, and the card reader then found the right power connector, audio ports and two USB ports.

Below, we notice that the battery slot is wide enough but not very thick. This is no trap so quick and easy access to major components. The supplied battery, fine and large is a model polymer 4 cells. Once integrated, it does not exceed any of the chassis.

The test model includes an APU Zacate E-350 Dual Core, 2 GB of RAM and runs on the Ultimate 64-bit edition of Windows 7. He obtained an index of 3.8 on Windows 7 corresponding to the processor.

In Italy, the MSI X-Slim X370 will be marketed, however, to 599 euros with a hard disk of 500 GB and 4 GB of RAM.

Slab 13.4”WXGA HD (1366 × 768, brilliant)
Processor Zacate AMD Dual Core E-350 (1.6 GHz) or
AMD Single Core Zacate E-240 (1.5 GHz)
RAM Installed (Max) DDR3 1066 MHz (1 slot)
Storage 320/500/640 GB 5400 rpm / min
Graphics Card AMD Radeon HD6310M
Optical Drive
Audio System 2 speakers 2W SRS PC Sound
Webcam 1.3 megapixels with microphone
Network Wi-Fi b / g / n + Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Yes, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Card Reader SD / SDHC / SDXC / MMC
Output (s) video HDMI, VGA
Fingerprint reader
Input (s) / Output (s) Headset, Microphone
ExpressCard
Firewire
USB 2 USB 2.0
Operating System Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Battery Li-Ion 4-cell 2150mAh or
8-cell Li-Ion 4350mAh
Autonomy announced 10 hours max (with 8 cell battery)
Dimensions (mm) 324 x 227 x 22.8
Weight 1.4 Kg (with 4 cell battery)
Guarantee
Other Chiclet keyboard and multi-touch touchpad
Software

Alienware M14X: a test of 14 inch Core i7 Sandy Bridge and Geforce GT 555M

The new Alienware M14X laptop player we discover more features in late March  is revealed through a test, the opportunity to learn more about this 14-inch platform on Intel processor-Huron River Sandy Bridge and Nvidia next generation.

Alienware M14X

The Alienware M14X tested is equipped with an Intel HM67, Sandy Bridge processor Core i7-2820QM (1.3 GHz), 8 GB DDR3 1333 MHz, a hard drive SATA II 750 GB 7200 rpm / min, a DVD burner, Bluetooth modules and wireless n and a Li-ion 8-cell 63Whr.

We also discover that the onboard graphics card is a Geforce GT 555M 3 GB dedicated and is coupled to the graphics Intel GMA 3000 HD integrated processor technology with Optimus , enough to gain autonomy when the performance of the Intel GMA 3000 HD are considered sufficient to meet the tasks performed by the user.

Alienware M14X

On the design side, Alienware is in line with its other models M1xX with a massive, angular lines and a backlit keyboard (customizable color). Below, we note that no pass-this is what some regret. It is designed plastic and metal. Its finish is pleasant to the touch.

The keyboard allows for comfortable typing and touchpad with two buttons is comfortable to use.

Alienware M14X

On the left are present VGA, HDMI, Mini DisplayPort, USB 2.0, audio ports 3 and a card reader while the right side houses a DVD burner (slot-in), 2 USB 2.0, Ethernet and a fastener Kensington. No USB 3.0 so the program a priori, but we can always expect a pleasant surprise at that level at the launch of this laptop.

Once lit, the Alienware M14X adopts a theme with the colors of the Windows brand with a logo Alien.

Alienware M14X

The tests are not numerous, but we learn that the Alienware M14X gets tested in Cinebench R10 scores 5404 points (single core) and 18,083 points (multi-core). The hard drive gives him an average throughput of 87.2 MB read / sec

MSI Wind U270 Official: config and price of 11.6 “French (Zacate Dual Core, USB 3.0)

We now reveal the price and specifications of the French version of the new ultraportable 11.6-inch MSI Wind U270 formalized in late February . Under Brazos AMD platform it has an APU Zacate Dual Core and USB 3.0.

MSI Wind U270

So without further delay, find the configuration that we reserve MSI Wind U270 ultraportable for its French:

MSI Wind U270 French – Performance (April 2011)

Processor Graphics Card Weight Autonomy
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Technical

Slab 11.6”WXGA HD LED Backlight (1366 × 768 glossy) td>
Processor Zacate AMD Dual Core E-350 (1.6 GHz)
RAM Installed (Max) 2 GB DDR3 1333 MHz (8 GB)
Storage 320 GB 5400 rpm / min
Graphics Card AMD Radeon HD6310M integrated APU 384 MB shared
Optical Drive
Audio System 2 speakers HD Audio
Webcam Yes, with micro 720p
Network Wi-Fi b / g / n + Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth
Card Reader 4 in 1, SD / SDHC / MS / MMC
Output (s) video HDMI, VGA
Fingerprint reader
Input (s) / Output (s) Headset, Microphone
ExpressCard
Firewire
USB 2 USB 2.0 + USB 3.0 1 (i-Charger)
Operating System Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Battery Li-ion 6 cell
Autonomy announced 7:00
Dimensions (mm) 297 x 190 x 31
Weight 1.3 Kg (with battery)
Guarantee 2 years
Other Chiclet keyboard
Software Microsoft Office 2010 Starter, Easy Face, S-Bar

On the design side, it adopts a simple yet original appearance through the use of a black finish with blue highlights with Color Film Print coating that protects against scratches.

Facial recognition via webcam is made possible by EasyFace to restrict access to PC users registered and the toolbar S-Bar positioned at the top of the screen allows quick access to favorite programs, applications, saving power and functionality of the system.

Eco Engine technology is obviously part of providing the user with five preset modes: video games, film, presentation, word processing and Turbo Battery. We opt for the latter, for example if you want to enjoy the best possible independence. And with iCharger, it is possible to quickly recharge small devices via USB (Smartphone, MP3 player, etc.)..

MSI Wind U270

Several points come to mind by looking at the characteristics of the MSI Wind U270 French. We note first that adopts a format and not 11.6 inches 12.1 inches. And while the two resolutions are possible for this model 11.6-inch (1024 × 1366 × 600 and 768), MSI France has fortunately opted for the highest resolution so that the user is more comfortable, including office and Internet surfing.

With such a resolution, it is also possible to profiterréellement of 720p. This is great because the graphics Radeon HD6310M integrated APU is able to play HD videos without worry, even 1080p. We can also go through an external display via HDMI to take full advantage of HD.

Side connections if the presence of an HDMI output is significant, that of a USB 3.0 port so is to obtain transfers up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0 devices with USB 3.0.

MSI Wind U270

Also good for the battery comes with a 6-cell model, while a 3-cell battery is also announced by the brand.

We can, however, regret that the touchpad does not support multi-touch technology as it currently operates on many phones, and the screen is wearing a shiny treatment. Slab mate would have been more appropriate for a PC that is aimed at mobile use and thus to function normally in bright environments.

Press review tests published on the Web (HP G72)

In this press release, we find a test of the HP G72.

You are reminded that the opinions below are those of the editors. We try wherever possible to transcribe about their feelings and objectively. If you disagree with the comments mentioned, the easiest way is to contact our colleagues.

HP G72

The HP G72 tested includes the following configuration:

Slab 17.3”WXGA HD LED Backlight BrightView (1600 x 900, glossy)
Processor Intel Pentium Dual Core P6000 (1.86 GHz)
RAM Installed (Max) 2 GB DDR3 (4GB), 2 slots
Storage 250 GB 7200 rpm / min
Graphics Card Intel GMA integrated HD processor, up to 1.7 GB shared
Optical Drive LightScribe DVD burner
Audio System 2 Speakers Altec Lansing SRS Premium
Webcam Micro VGA
Network Wi-Fi b / g / n + Ethernet
Bluetooth
Card Reader 5 in 1
Output (s) video HDMI, VGA
Fingerprint reader
Input (s) / Output (s) Headset, Microphone
ExpressCard
Firewire
USB 3 USB 2.0
Operating System Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Battery Li-ion 6 cell
Autonomy announced
Dimensions (mm) 412 x 269 x 32.4-37.4
Weight 3 Kg
Guarantee 1 year
Other Numeric keypad, touchpad with vertical scroll zone and off switch
Software Microsoft Office 2010 Starter, Cyberlink DVD Suite, Cyberlink Power DVD

It is affordable and also has some interesting features. Massive and not particularly light, it is designed for desktop use. The design is solid.

Keyboard input is nice. The touchpad is a good size but it is unfortunate that its surface is not well separated from the wrist. In addition, it is easy to activate accidentally when typing.

The display offers a bright crisp display for watching movies or photos. It has among others a good contrast that allows for deep blacks.

It delivers decent performance in office and multitasking but has difficulty with intensive applications or games. The integrated graphics is not really made to play but it is possible through it to watch movies and view photos without worry. His score is 3246 points in 3DMark06

Hard drive offers less storage space than the average but proves swift, and the presence of an HDMI output is substantial. Autonomy of 3:50 ET correct but not spectacular. It was noted 3.5 / 5.

Mozilla says the war in Firefox extensions that slow too

The war of nerves for browsers is played especially in the field of speed. Mozilla has decided to go hunting Firefox extensions that slow.

Firefox 3.5 logo

One of the strengths of Firefox is the large number of extensions of any kind available. But the fact is that these extensions can also be the weak point of the browser in certain circumstances.

Mozilla estimates that installing each extension increases the average startup time of Firefox 10%. It sounds a lot but in fact it is between a few milliseconds and a half seconds and more on startup.

The problem is that some Firefox extensions slow more than others and Mozilla decided to implement a series of measures in order that efforts be made at this level.

And weekly performance tests are automatically performed on the 100 best extensions for Firefox, soon to test all new ad-ons and this again automatically. In the coming months the developers will also have tools to upload an extension so that it undergoes performance tests: so that they can respond to the results try to improve their extension.

Over the next two weeks, Mozilla will also publish its gallery extensions a warning to all those that slow down the startup of Firefox at least 25%. In other words, the bad publicity from certain extensions: Users can thus knowingly or not install an extension that will slow their browser.

Mozilla also pointed out that some extensions added to the browser without the user did explicitly requested, which is the case of custom search bars. So, in a future version of Firefox, the ad-ons of this type will move only if the user explicitly authorizes it. This is another angle to work that no doubt pleases users.

The goal is obviously to best satisfy the user who spoiled for choice in terms of browsers and for whom performance and speed are part of the essential criteria. Now Firefox is not leading in this area.

Firefox extensions slow start

Samsung SE-406AB, combo Blu-Ray 3D/graveur slim external DVD

Samsung announces the arrival on the market a new device, the Samsung SE-406AB. This is a combo Blu-Ray DVD 3D/graveur externally.

Samsung SE-406AB

The Samsung SE-406AB is an external optical drive that features an elegant black or white and has a matte coating that does not show fingerprints.

Samsung SE-406AB

Self-powered, it connects via USB 2.0, has a 2 MB buffer and provides average access time of 130ms for CD and DVD 200ms cons for Blu-Ray. It weighs 350 grams and measures 141 x 161 x 21.5 mm.

Samsung SE-406AB

But while it is possible to read and burn CDs and DVDs, Blu-Ray is only supported for reading. Note here that the Blu-Ray and standard 3D Blu-ray compatible.

Samsung SE-406AB

Samsung announced that it is necessary to have a computer with some ATI Radeon HD2400 or better or NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT and an Intel Pentium 641 or IA Athlon 64 X2 3800 + or higher.

Samsung SE-406AB

Software Cyberlink TrueTheater Function also comes with in order to directly read Blu-Ray (3D or not) on the computer without having to invest in paid software. The BD & 3D Advisor tool is also provided to check if the computer is able to display content in relief. Besides, the Samsung SE-406AB converted DVD or Blu-Ray standard in 3D with 3D TrueTheater.

The Samsung SE-406AB is compatible with Windows and Mac OS 7. It can be connected to the computer or directly to a TV equipped with a USB port capable of accepting multimedia content.

The Samsung SE-406AB will be available at the end of April at suggested retail price of 99 euros .

MSI GE620-017, 15.6 “: Core i7 Sandy Bridge, Optimus, 540M GT, USB 3.0 to € 899 [Shift]

Presented in early March , the new versatile laptop GE620 MSI format 15.6-inch displays now in France in a version called GE620-017. Less than 900 euros, this laptop runs on Intel platform Huron River with a Quad Core processor Sandy Bridge, a DirectX 11 graphics card Nvidia latest generation technology Optimus and USB 3.0.

MSI GE620-017

It sports a simple appearance with its original brown finish brushed metal textured effect.

MSI GE620-017 – Performance (April 2011)

Processor Graphics Card Weight Autonomy
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Technical

Slab 15.6”WXGA HD LED Backlight CristalBright (1366 × 768 glossy)
Processor Intel Core i7-2630QM (2.0 GHz)
RAM Installed (Max) 4 GB DDR3 1333 MHz
Storage 640 GB 5400 rpm / min
Graphics Card Nvidia Geforce GT 540M 1GB DDR3 dedicated, Intel GMA 3000 HD and Optimus
Optical Drive DVD burner
Audio System 4-speaker Premium Sound by THX TruStudio Pro
Webcam 1.3 megapixels with microphone
Network Wi-Fi a / b / g / n + Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Yes, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Card Reader 5 in 1, SDXC / SDHC / MMC / MS / MSPRO / xD
Output (s) video HDMI 1.4, VGA
Fingerprint reader
Input (s) / Output (s) Headset, Microphone
ExpressCard
Firewire
USB 2 USB 3.0 + USB 2.0 1
Operating System Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Battery Li-ion 6 cell
Autonomy announced
Dimensions (mm) 383 x 249.5 x 32.3-37.6
Weight 2.4 kg
Guarantee 2 years
Other Chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad, multi-touch touchpad, mouse and carrying case included
Software Microsoft Office 2010 Starter, EasyFace, EasyViewer

It features Cinema Pro Technology, which by simply pressing the dedicated button improves image quality and richness of sound. So qu’EasyFace is a facial recognition solution via webcam, EasyViewer allows it to manage photos and make some adjustments.

MSI GE620-017

The MSI GE620-017 will appeal to those looking for a versatile laptop relatively efficient.

The screen sports a 16:9 format which is particularly suitable for video playback as well as his brilliant handling that makes the bright colors but is prone to glare. However, its resolution of 1366 × 768 is conventional and high definition fans will probably be disappointed.

MSI GE620-017

In any case, it is possible to stream media on an external display 1080p Full HD via HDMI 1.4, which unlike HDMI 1.3 is able to broadcast 3D flows. The rest of the connector is very correct with VGA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3 USB ports including 2 USB 3.0 to enjoy speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0 devices with USB 3.0.

The 4 GB of RAM and Intel Core i7-2630QM guarantee for their share of strong performances in almost all situations, including multitasking, of course. With 4 cores, the CPU will also provide faster treatment in intensive software exploiting multicore architecture like Adobe Photoshop for photo and Adobe Premiere for video. And as it is a quad-core Sandy Bridge, he joined some Intel GMA 3000 HD unlike Quad Core Clarksfield to Calpella platform.

MSI GE620-017

As a result, MSI has opted to offer this mobile technology and NVIDIA GPU Boost Optimus seeking real-time is the Intel GMA 3000 HD or the Geforce GT 540M and it automatically as needed. If the Intel GMA 3000 HD is preferred because of its low power consumption that allows for greater autonomy, Optimus will automatically use the Geforce GT 540M if it considers that the performance of the Intel GMA 3000 HD are insufficient to meet the tasks performed by the user.

The dedicated graphics card compatible next-generation DirectX 11 delivers good performance, enough to engage in a majority of games correctly as long as it is adjusting the level of detail and resolution of the screen under the titles most resource-intensive 3D.

MSI GE620-017

Finally, this notebook has some audio provides better sound quality than the average for greater immersion in games and movies and good storage space of 640 GB

It is now possible to obtain the MSI GE620-017 for less than 900 euros here in GrosBill . This notebook offers an equipment / good price compared to competition by positioning itself as one of the only of its kind to benefit from USB 3.0.

Update from 06/04: Information taken from MSI, it appears that this laptop offers a good resolution of 1366 × 768 and not Full HD. In addition, it is unfortunately not equipped with a DVD combo drive Blu-Ray/graveur Contrary to what some sources.