PreviousWednesday 14 April 2004, 9:32 AM
Too noisy
Great specs, but the noise is simply horrible -- the fan is on all the time, and after a few hours I have to stop using it.
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NOTEBOOK REVIEW
Acer Aspire 1705 SCi review
Overview
Acer Aspire 1705 SCi
- Editors rating
7.5
Verdict
A notebook on steroids, the Aspire 1705 SCi has a 3.06GHz desktop-class processor, a 17in. display and a full-size keyboard. It’s worth considering for company meeting rooms or home use, but there are credible alternatives for both scenarios.
Typical price
£ 1199
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