Best 13in notebooks of 2010
- — 06 December, 2010 15:08
If you're looking for a notebook that's easy to take on the road with you, yet doesn't compromise much when it comes to user comfort and features, then consider getting yourself a 13.3in laptop, rather than a 10in netbook.
We think 13.3in hits the sweet spot between mobility and easy of use and prices for many 13.3in notebooks are not that much more than the most expensive netbooks, with the benefit being that you'll also get a lot more performance out of a 13.3in notebook than you would out of a 10in netbook.
In this round-up we've gathered the best 13.3in notebooks of 2010, including the recently released Dell Vostro V130. The Vostro V130 doesn't have as many features as some of the other 13.3in models we've included, but its solid build quality, 1.6kg weight and thin frame still make it desirable.
2 / 10
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Dell Vostro V130
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Fujitsu LifeBook SH530
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Toshiba Portege R700
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MSI X-Slim X350
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Viewsonic ViewBook Pro (VNB131S)
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Samsung Q330-JS03AU
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Toshiba Satellite Pro U500 (PSU9NA-00600N)
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Fujitsu LifeBook SH760
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HP Pavilion dm3-101tu (VV707PA)
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Lenovo ThinkPad Edge 13"
The Fujitsu LifeBook SH530 is a good 13in, Intel Core i5-based notebook overall -- but a less glossy design, a better keyboard layout and 4GB of RAM would make it a great notebook. We like the portability of the SH530, as well as the way it looks, and it has enough CPU power for tough multimedia tasks in addition to everyday office tasks.
- Review Date:
- Reviewer:
- Manufacturer:
- 15th Nov., 2010
- Elias Plastiras
- Fujitsu
- Rating:
- Price:
- $ 1,399.00
- Pros:
- Feels solidly built, looks good, built-in DVD burner, ExpressCard/34 slot
- Cons:
- Only 2GB RAM, too glossy, slightly sluggish performance, keyboard layout could be better, a little pricey, relatively short battery life
