HP G62 Series - External Reviews

HP G62 SeriesProcessor: AMD Athlon II P320, AMD Athlon II P340, AMD Phenom II X2 N620, Intel Core i3 330M, Intel Core i3 350M, Intel Core i5 460M, Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500, Intel Pentium P6200Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545v, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470, ATI Radeon HD 4250, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500M, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inchWeight: 2.1kg, 2.2kg, 2.5kg, 2.556kg, 2.6kg, 2.9kgPrice: 400, 500, 570, 600, 700, 800 euroAverage Score: 71.16% - averageAverage of 31 scores (from 36 reviews)price: 79%, performance: 76%, features: 71%, display: 62%, mobility: 64%, workmanship: 78%, ergonomy: 73%, emissions: 78%

HP G62t

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62tProcessor: Intel Core i3 330MGraphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

Reviews

80% HP G62tSource: Laptop Mag Archive.org versionThanks to its sophisticated design, fast performance, and long battery life, the HP G62t is the best bargain notebook around. Mainstream gamers will find that the Gateway NV5934u, also $599, offers better graphics performance, while the identically priced MSI A6200 has a more comfortable keyboard. However, at the end of the day, the G62t offers the closest thing to a complete package for an affordable price. Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/19/2010Rating: Total score: 80%

HP G62-143cl

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-143clProcessor: Intel Core i3 330MGraphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.9kgPrice: 600 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)

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70% HP G62-143clSource: PC Mag Archive.org versionThe only thing the HP G62-143cl is lacking is a user experience comparable to the one found on the Dell Inspiron 1564 and Samsung R580, but user experience is usually the most subjective area when it comes to reviews. Overall, its parts are up to date, battery life is admirable, and a 2-year warranty is included from a reputable retailer like Costco. If you can part with another $130, the Editors' Choice Samsung R580 is a faster machine and includes a Blu-ray drive. Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/24/2010Rating: Total score: 70%

Foreign Reviews

70% HP G62-143clSource: Jambitz ES→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/01/2010Rating: Total score: 70%70% HP G62-143clSource: Jambitz ES→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/01/2010Rating: Total score: 70%

HP G62-130EG

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-130EGProcessor: Intel Core i3 330MGraphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430 512 MBDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.556kgPrice: 570 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 75.5% - good

Average of 12 scores (from 14 reviews)

Reviews

79% Review HP G62-130EG Notebook | NotebookcheckBudget laptop. One Intel core processor please, with a side-order of ATI graphics and a high-speed hard drive. It sounds like a laptop that many people would like to get their hands on. At €565, the 15.6-inch all-rounder from HP could be just what they’re looking for. We check out this small machine with broad appeal.

Foreign Reviews

70% Test: HP G62-130EG Notebook-PCSource: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2010Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 80% display: 60% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 70%70% Test: HP G62-130EG Notebook-PCSource: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2010Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 80% display: 60% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 70%70% HP G62-130EGSource: T-Online DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/21/2010Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 83%70% HP G62-130EGSource: T-Online DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/21/2010Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 83%76% HP G62-130EG im TestSource: PC Welt DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2010Rating: Total score: 76% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70%76% HP G62-130EG im TestSource: PC Welt DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2010Rating: Total score: 76% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70% HP G62-130EG: Guter Einstiegs-Allrounder mit MakelSource: Tom's Hardware DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/21/2010Rating: performance: 80% mobility: 60% HP G62-130EG: Guter Einstiegs-Allrounder mit MakelSource: Tom's Hardware DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/21/2010Rating: performance: 80% mobility: 60%79% Test HP G62-130EG NotebookSource: Notebookcheck DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/08/2010Rating: Total score: 79% performance: 80% display: 78% mobility: 78% workmanship: 86% ergonomy: 76% emissions: 82%79% Test HP G62-130EG NotebookSource: Notebookcheck DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/08/2010Rating: Total score: 79% performance: 80% display: 78% mobility: 78% workmanship: 86% ergonomy: 76% emissions: 82%78% Core-KnabenSource: Computerbild - 14/10 Comparison, , Long, Date: 07/01/2010Rating: Total score: 78% price: 70% performance: 95% features: 86% display: 88% ergonomy: 86% emissions: 82%78% Core-KnabenSource: Computerbild - 14/10 Comparison, , Long, Date: 07/01/2010Rating: Total score: 78% price: 70% performance: 95% features: 86% display: 88% ergonomy: 86% emissions: 82%80% HP G62-130EG Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/17/2010Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%80% HP G62-130EG Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/17/2010Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%

HP G62-225nr

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-225nrProcessor: Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHDDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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70% HP G62-225nrSource: PC Mag Archive.org versionThe HP G62-225nr ($579.98 list) is a mainstream, budget laptop that should serve the needs of a wide range of users—as long as speedy performance isn't a prerequisite. Available at Staples, there's actually not much to make the HP G62-225nr stand out from other 15.6-inch laptops; but that doesn't mean you should overlook it. Not only are you going to have a hard time beating its affordable price tag, but very good battery life and a smudge-resistant design should appeal to frequent travelers. Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/21/2010Rating: Total score: 70%

HP G62-223c

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-223cProcessor: Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHDDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 50% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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50% HP G62-223clSource: PC Mag Archive.org versionThe HP G62-223cl ($649.99 list) is a versatile mainstream laptops that can be used anywhere around or outside the house. A 15.6-inch widescreen, nice keyboard, and fast hard drive are its key features, negated, unfortunately, by a lethargic Intel Pentium processor and mediocre user experience. Although, it sells for just under $650 at your local Costco, you can find better deals at this retailer, or elsewhere, for that matter. Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/28/2010Rating: Total score: 50%

HP G62-a40ER

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-a40ERProcessor: Intel Core i3 350MGraphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.1kgPrice: 800 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 64% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)

Foreign Reviews

64% Обзор новинки - универсального ноутбука HP G62-a40ERSource: Retera RU→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/02/2010Rating: Total score: 64% performance: 60% display: 41% mobility: 40% emissions: 69% Ревю на HP Pavilion G62 – какво е ново при HP?Source: PC Store BU→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/12/2010Rating: price: 80% performance: 80% emissions: 80%

HP G62-225DX

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-225DXProcessor: Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 60% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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60% HP G62-225DXSource: CNet Archive.org versionYou may occasionally find one marked down to $499 or so, but otherwise $529 is your barrier to entry for a modern dual-core laptop. The HP G62-225DX carries that price, as does the Asus K501J-BBZ5 and the Dell Inspiron iM501R-1212PBL. Poor battery life and a stiff mouse button sour the deal for the otherwise attractive and affordable HP G62-225DX. Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2010Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 70% features: 70% mobility: 60%

HP G62-144DX

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-144DXProcessor: Intel Core i3 330MGraphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 600 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 60% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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60% HP G62Source: Digital Versus Archive.org version

HP's G series offers "the essential, nothing superfluous". They aim to be both affordable and able to handle all round tasks. With the G62, HP is giving us a computer designed for processing office documents and the internet. The finish is pretty good for an entry level model. It's a shame that certain keyboard issues make it frustrating to get used to.

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/17/2010Rating: Total score: 60%

HP G62-a45SA

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-a45SAProcessor: Intel Core i3 350MGraphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.6kgPrice: 700 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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70% HP G62-a45SA reviewSource: Techradar Archive.org versionOverall the G62-a45SA is a good machine that offers strong Intel Core i3 performance at a reasonable price. Features such as LightScribe support and the fast hard drive are a welcome bonus, but the keyboard and touchpad may put off some users. Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/16/2010Rating: Total score: 70%

HP G62-355dx

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Notebook: HP G62-355dxProcessor: AMD Athlon II P340Graphics Adapter: ATI Radeon HD 4250Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 400 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 60% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)

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60% HP G62-355dxSource: PC Mag Archive.org versionYou won't pay a lot for the HP G62-355dx, but you won't get much in the way of performance or features, either. Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/11/2010Rating: Total score: 60%

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HP G62Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/07/2010

HP G62-a45SF

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-a45SFProcessor: AMD Athlon II P320Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545vDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.2kgPrice: 700 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 60% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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60% HP G62-a45SFSource: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/07/2010Rating: Total score: 60%

HP Roddick G62-130ET

Specifications

Notebook: HP Roddick G62-130ETProcessor: Intel Core i3 330MGraphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 700 euroLinks: HP homepage

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HP Roddick G62Source: Prohardver.hu HU→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/08/2010

HP G62-a85ES

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-a85ESProcessor: AMD Phenom II X2 N620Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545vDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.2kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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80% HP GS-62-a85ESSource: PC Actual ES→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/05/2011Rating: Total score: 80% price: 92%

HP G62-b25SG

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-b25SGProcessor: Intel Core i5 460MGraphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.2kgPrice: 600 euroLinks: HP homepage

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HP G62-b25SGSource: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/21/2011Rating: performance: 50% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%

HP G62-454TU

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-454TUProcessor: Intel Pentium P6200Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage G62-454TU (Model)

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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80% HP Pavilion G62-454TU laptopSource: Good Gear Guide Archive.org versionThe HP Pavilion G62-454TU notebook is perfect for families, students and new computer users who want something cheap, yet with good performance. It has an Intel Pentium CPU under the hood, but it will do a good job running office and multimedia tasks. There are some shortcomings with the screen and touchpad, but overall, it's a solid 15.6in notebook to consider. Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/10/2011Rating: Total score: 80%

HP G62-450SA

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-450SAProcessor: Intel Core i3 350MGraphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage G62-450SA (Model)

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Average Score: 60% - poor

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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60% HP G62 reviewSource: CNet Archive.org versionPrice erosion at the lower end of the laptop market means that many of today's budget machines aren't much more expensive than higher-end netbooks. The version of the 15.6-inch HP G62 that we saw, the G62-450SA, has its plus points, but, overall, it's a fairly average laptop both in terms of performance and design. You can get similar machines for slightly less cash. Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/13/2011Rating: Total score: 60%

HP G62-b35sg

Specifications

Notebook: HP G62-b35sgProcessor: Intel Core i5 460MGraphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 500 euroLinks: HP homepage

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Average Score: 73.5% - average

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

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74% Viel Notebook für wenig GeldSource: PC Go - 8/11 Comparison, , Medium, Date: 05/01/2011Rating: Total score: 74%73% Economy ClassSource: PC Magazin - 5/11 price good Comparison, , Medium, Date: 04/01/2011Rating: Total score: 73%

HP G62-b32SA

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Notebook: HP G62-b32SAProcessor: Intel Core i5 460MGraphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD GraphicsDisplay: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixelsWeight: 2.5kgPrice: 600 euroLinks: HP homepage G62-b32SA (Model)

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

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70% HP G62 reviewSource: Techradar Archive.org versionFeaturing a powerful processor commonly found on more expensive laptops, the HP G62-b32SA is great value for any students on a tight budget. However, if you have a huge media collection or wish to perform heavy multimedia tasks such as editing video, there are more suitable laptops. Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/31/2011Rating: Total score: 70%

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HP: Founded in 1939, the US company is a major server and printer manufacturer and one of the leading IT companies in the world. Until 2015, the company was called Hewlett-Packard Company. After a split, the computer division was renamed HP Inc.

In 2023, HP had an approximate market share of 22% of global PC sales, making it number 2 after Lenovo.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics: Onboard graphics card that is built in the new Arrandale CPUs (Core i3 / i5 / i7 Dual Cores). Depending on the model and Turbo Boost, the GMA HD is clocked between 166 and 766 MHz.

ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430: DirectX 11 chip with the codename Park LP, slowest clocked HD 5400 series chip.

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD: Onboard (shared Memory) GPU built in the GM45, GE45 and GS45 chipset (Montevina). Because of two more shaders and a higher core clock, much faster than the old GMA X3100. Still not advisable for gamers (DirectX 10 games not playable or only with very low settings). The integrated video processor is able to help decode HD videos (AVC/VC-2/MPEG2) , e.g., for a fluent Blu-Ray playback with slow CPUs.

ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470: Entry level DirectX 11 chip with GDDR5 support but only 80 shader cores. Supports Eyefinity (up to 4 monitors) and 8-ch HD audio over HDMI. Performance on par with the old GeForce 8600M GT.

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500M: The graphics core of the Intel GL40 and GS40 chipset features a slower clocked GMA 4500MHD (400 versus 533 MHz). Because of the slower core speed, full Blu-Ray Logo support is not given and the gaming performance is a bit worse.

ATI Radeon HD 4250: Onboard graphics card (in the RS880M chipset) for AMD processors with Avivo HD support and technically a higher clocked HD 4200.

ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545v: Renamed HD 5145 GPU (which is a slightly high clocked HD 4570) and therefore an entry level graphics card with DirectX 10.1 support.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

Intel Core i3:

330M:

The Core i3-330M is a slower clocked 350M and therefore also lacks the Turbo Boost feature and clocks with max. 2.13 GHz. Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD 3150) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.

350M:

The Core i3-350M is technically a Core i5-430M without the Turbo Boost overlocking feature. Therefore, it always clocks with max. 2.26 GHz (of course Speedstep is included). Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.

Intel Pentium Dual Core: The return of the name Pentium, though it is a Yonah core. In fact, it is a double Core processor with a very good relation of performance to current consumption.

T4500:

Entry to middle class dual core CPU with 1 MB level 2 cache and no virtualization technology. Compared to the Core 2 Duo line, some power saving mechanism are deactivated.

AMD Athlon II:

P340: Entry level dual core processor for 13"+ laptops featuring a DDR3 memory controller.

P320: Entry level dual core processor for 13"+ laptops featuring a DDR3 memory controller.

AMD Phenom II X2:

N620: Mobile Dual-Core CPU based on the desktop Athlon II X2 due to the missing level 3 cache. Due to the fast clock speed, the N620 should be located in the upper mid range of laptop CPUs.

Intel Core i5:

460M: The Core i5-460M has only 3 MB L3 Cache (compared to the I7-620M) and clocks between 2.53-2.8 GHz (Turbo Mode). Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.

Intel Pentium:

P6200: The Pentium P6200 is an entry level CPU based on the Arrandale core. Compared to the Core i3-330M it does not feature HyperThreading leading to a slower multi-threaded performance.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.

2.1 kg:

2.9 kg:

With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.

71.16%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.