[CES 2008] The Toshiba Satellite U305 offers a good compromise between (relative) performance and price. It has a weight and feature set that would make it comparable with variants of the Sony Vaio SZ. However, the Satellite U305 sells for a much lower price (about $500 less for a comparable configuration). The Vaio SZ still has two advantages: it looks better and it has a better graphics processor. Now, is it worth $500 to you? At least,that makes me think a lot harder.
Satellite U305-S2812 ($1,150)
- Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit)
- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5550, 1.83GHz
- 2GB RAM (4GB Max)
- 250GB (5400 RPM) SATA HDD
- DVD SuperMulti (+/-R double layer)
- 13.3” widescreen display (1280×800)
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
- Stereo speakers
- Intel WiFi a/g/n
- Bluetooth 2.0 plus Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)
- Integrated Webcam (and microphone)
- Fingerprint reader
Satellite U305-S2804 ($950)
- Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5450, 1.67GHz
- 160GB (5400 RPM) SATA HDD
- Intel WiFi a/b/g
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