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IBM ThinkPad G40 review

Sunday 20 August 2006, 8:19 PM

Back Light Off Button Design Fault


The button which turns the screen light on when the lid is opened sticks. This makes the screen unusable.

5.0

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IBM ThinkPad G40



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Overview

IBM ThinkPad G40

Editors rating
Rating: 7.6
Verdict

Notebooks powered by desktop processors are nothing new, but the ThinkPad G40 is an affordable, practical desktop replacement. Having IBM’s weight behind it doesn’t hurt either, if you are wary of lesser brands.

Typical price

£ 889

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