•  Date Published: 22 Jun 2017
  • Intel Core i3-6006U
  • Intel HD Graphics 520
  • 14.0”, HD (1366 x 768), TN
  • 500GB HDD
  • 1x 4GB DDR4
  • 1.87 kg (4.1 lbs)

Pros

  • Decent build
  • Excellent keyboard and touchpad
  • Slightly above average browsing battery runtime
  • An IPS panel suitable for more than just office work
  • No PWM above 70 cd/m2 (47%) screen brightness

Cons

  • Limited storage upgradability (no M.2 SSD slot)
  • No LED keyboard backlight
  • A bit on the hefty side for a 14-incher

Specs

  • HDD/SSD
  • 500GB HDD, 7200 rpm
  • RAM
  • 1x 4GB DDR4
  • OS
  • Windows OS
  • Body Material
  • Polycarbonate / Aluminum
  • Dimensions
  • 339 x 242 x 24 mm (13.35" x 9.53" x 0.94")
  • Weight
  • 1.87 kg (4.1 lbs)
  • Ports and connectivity
  • 1x USB Type-A
  • 2.0
  • 2x USB Type-A
  • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
  • HDMI
  • Card Reader
  • MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
  • Ethernet LAN
  • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
  • Wi-Fi
  • 802.11ac
  • Bluetooth
  • Audio jack
  • combo audio/microphone jack
  • Features
  • Fingerprint reader
  • Web camera
  • 720p HD
  • Backlit keyboard
  • Microphone
  • dual array microphone
  • Speakers
  • 2 x 2W
  • Optical drive
  • Security Lock slot
  • Spill-resistant keyboard

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