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NOTEBOOK REVIEW

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Samsung M70 review

Processor
Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: Pentium M
Clock speed: 2 GHz
Motherboard
Chipset: Intel 915PM
Data bus speed: 533 MHz
Memory
RAM installed: 1024 MB
Number of memory slots: 2
RAM capacity: 2 GB
RAM type: DDR2 SDRAM
Interfaces & networking
VGA (analogue): 1
Video out: S-Video
Bluetooth: yes
USB: 4
FireWire (IEEE 1394): 1
Wireless LAN: Intel PRO/Wireless 2951ABG Network Connection
Ethernet: Broadcom NetLink Gigabit Ethernet
Modem: 56Kbps, V.92
Expansion slots
PC Card: 1 x Type II
Flash card: SD/MMC, Memory Stick
Hard drive storage
Hard drive interface type: Ultra ATA/100
Hard drive size: 80 GB
Rotation speed: 5400 rpm
Storage controller: Ultra-ATA/100
Optical storage
CD / DVD type: DVD±RW (+R DL)
Video
Graphics processor: Nvidia GeForce Go 6600
Graphics RAM: 128 MB
Display
Display technology: colour TFT (SuperClear), detachable
Display diagonal size: 19 in
Maximum resolution: 1680x1050 pixels
Input
Pointing devices: 2-button touchpad with scroll zone
Keyboard: 101 keys, with separate numeric keypad
Cabinet (chassis)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 43.5x3.86x31.4 cm
Weight: 4.4 kg
OS & software
Operating system: Windows XP Professional (SP2)
Software included: AVStation, Cyberlink Power DVD, Network Manager, HDD Recovery Solution, Norton AntiVirus, Nero
Audio
Audio processor: SoundMax Integrated Digital HD Audio
Microphone: yes
Speakers: stereo
Audio connectors: microphone, headphone, line-out (SP/DIF)
Service & support
Standard warranty: 1 year
Battery
Battery technology: Li-ion
Battery capacity: 7800 mAh
Miscellaneous
Other: cradle for detachable monitor
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Overview

Samsung M70

Editors rating
Rating: 7.7
Verdict

Perhaps the ultimate desktop replacement notebook, Samsung's M70 has a detachable 19in. screen, a separate monitor stand and a full-sized keyboard with a separate number pad. If you want to take it on your travels, you'll need a suitcase.

Typical price

£ 1662

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