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The V560's fan is basically not particularly loud, but it has a restless life. No matter in which performance mode or with which load we use the 15.6 incher in, the whirring fan can't decide on a constant speed. We would describe the characteristic as "slightly unquiet" because the varying speed isn't a howling. The subtle whistling will annoy sensitive natures. It turns up in the lowest speed ranges (produced by the air stream).ASUS K73S Battery
The system noise doesn't surpass 32.6 dB(A) without load (idle) or with very low office load. The Western Digital HDD (WD6400BEVT-22A0RT0, 640 GB) is only audible by its quiet basic noise (31.3 dB(A)), when the active fan periodically turns itself off in idle. If you want to watch a movie from a DVD pleasantly, you'll be disturbed by the optical drive's high frequency pitch. It is very audible with 37 dB(A).ASUS K73SV Battery
The noise settles between 36 and 38.6 dB(A) under simple, respectively higher processor and graphics load. Neither the former restlessness, nor the subtle whistling can be heard any longer. The fan rotates consistently with 41.5 dB(A) in the stress test. As soon as the load stops, the cooling system turns down again within seconds to 32.6 dB(A) (idle system noise).ASUS N71 Battery
Potential buyers don't have to get uneasy in terms of temperatures. The temperatures on the work surface don't exceed 30 degrees in typical office scenes with majorly idle states with short load periods. The average is 27 degrees. Even the bottom stays cool with 31 degrees at most.ASUS N71J Battery
The Lenovo IdeaPad V560 gets warmer during processor and graphics benchmarks. Nevertheless, the average rates stay low with 31 degrees (bottom and upper side).ASUS N71JA Battery The high waste air temperature of up to 43 degrees is concentrated at only one measuring point. The always low temperature of the wrist-rest and touchpad is pleasing. The stress test was able to bring the Core i3-370M to 86 degrees Celsius (sensor). Regrettably, the GPU temperature couldn't be read.ASUS N71JQ Battery
The loudspeakers, located on the front under the wrist-rest, supply a midrange-heavy sound. The speakers don't contribute any basses to our music and the sound is thin. A balance of high, low and midranges isn't available. The volume is sufficient for a small room. The little membrane doesn't scratch at high volumes.ASUS N71JV Battery
External loudspeakers, connected via the 3.5 millimeter jack, should be used for a balanced sound experience. We test this with two Yamaha speakers (YST-M20SDP). The volume tethered to the notebook is relatively high and can occasionally overburden the connected loudspeakers when turned up full. The output appears to be static-free (audio test only).ASUS N71V Battery
We determined 2:56 hours (176 minutes) during WLAN surfing. This runtime is even quite good in view of the battery's low capacity of 4400 mAh (48 Wh). Office opponents, like HP 625 WS835EA (inexpensive) or HP ProBook 6555b (expensive) achieve about the same runtime. Only high priced business machines, like EliteBook 8440p-WJ681AW (287 minute) look a lot better in matters of battery life.ASUS N71VG Battery
The DVD test equals the WLAN test. The movie comes to an end after 2:48 hours (168 minutes). We ran it in a low brightness of 100 cd/m2. Only 2:05 hours pass until the movie can be continued. That's how long the battery needs for a complete recharge after a 100% discharge.ASUS N71VN Battery
The V560's maximum (idle) runtime is 5:17 hours (317 minutes). The user shouldn't be able to accomplish this because the processor and GPU didn't have much to do. The WLAN module was disabled and brightness set to the lowest level.ASUS N71YI Battery
The good battery life, despite weak battery, already indicates a low energy requirement in advance. Our multimeter also determines this and lets energy savers jump for joy. The power consumption is 9.7 watts in CPU idle. So when all saving options are set (brightness to lowest level) and Optimus disables the Nvidia 310M. The idle power consumption can also be 14.2 watts, depending on the selected energy mode (high performance, wireless modules enabled).Asus K72 Battery
The power consumption can vary strongly during activity. A fixed measuring point for our multimeter is a 3DMark06 that creates an effective power of 40.6 watts. We measured the maximum energy requirement in the stress test (Prime95, Furmark): 57.3 watts. The long 65 watt adapter is aptly sized.Asus K72DR Battery
No money for a T Series ThinkPad? Then get yourself a Lenovo IdeaPad of the V Series. It looks more elegant, has the latest technologies inside, boasts with business features and is less expensive. Lenovo argues something like this on its website. The truth isn't quite as perfect, though.Asus K72DY Battery
At a price of 850 euro, the IdeaPad V560 brings along entry level hardware, like a Core i3-370M and an Optimus based Nvidia 310M to the small business person's desk. The striking and high end look has been given a greater weight than the interfaces. The keyboard is framed in black aluminum, the lid has the same qualitative and stable material characteristics.Asus K72F Battery
The business features aren't comparable with those of a ThinkPad and a few things are simple standard in all IdeaPad ranges. The OneKey Rescue 7.0 belongs to Lenovo standards. The list of business features already halts after fingerprint scanner, USB port locker and APS hard disk protection.Asus K72JK Battery
Traditionally orientated users who want a matt and high resolution display and a certain progressiveness (docking station) won't be attracted by the V Series. Completely in consumer style, the display isn't anti-reflective, the inputs aren't top-notch (even if good) and the connectivity stops after HDMI and eSATA.Asus K72JR Battery
Sensitive users will listen suspiciously to the fan management. According to the measurement, the noise isn't loud. But its characteristic is restless and laced with a subtle whistling in undemanding use (much idle). Both problems only turn up in the lowest speed areas (produced by the air stream). Why the cooling has to attract negative attention this way is incomprehensible. Especially because the 15.6 incher isn't in any way strong.Asus K72JT Battery
The display doesn't meet the standards of professional TFTs. Apart from the reflections (glare type), the brightness is too low for use in sunlight and the viewing angles are extremely tight. Colleagues will hardly see anything when the gather around the display.Asus K72JU Battery
The keyboard, with its generous layout and clear pressure point, turns out to be adequately useable. Prolific typists will be annoyed by the coiling area over the optical drive and curse the rearranged number pad (comma upper left). The responsive touchpad keys and slightly knobbed surface is a ray of hope.Asus K72LN71 Battery
Untiring business professional. Toshiba promises up to 12 hours of battery life on its homepage. On top of that one can expect good application performance based on its specifications which include Core i7-620M CPU and 128GB SSD. Our comprehensive review reveals what kind of punch this business professional is packing in a test of strength. Asus N73 Battery
At first glance one might mistake the Protege R700 with the recently reviewed Satellite R630. But the latter was developed for private users, while the Portégé family comprises light, portable laptops designed especially for business use. Asus N73JF Battery
The R700 models are sized at 13.3" but come in a variety of configurations. We got the current top model named R700-127 for our review. In addition to an Intel Core i7 620M, it also uses the integrated GMA HD graphic chip which in combination with a fast Solid-State-Drive adds up to a fast-paced working tempo. Asus N73JG Battery
Aside from the differing configuration, the Portege R700 puts itself ahead of its visually identical colleagues with its business-typical features. The details will be covered in depth in the individual sections. Note: Differently equipped models may deliver different results in terms of performance, battery life and emissions. Asus N73JN Battery
There is nothing to add to the description of the Satellite R630. Quickly summarized we can say that the stability and robustness are improved by using magnesium and a special honeycomb structure, but despite this, a small amount of bending here and there under pressure is possible. The look and feel of the brushed metal surfaces is also pleasing. Asus N73JQ Battery
Because the R700 test model is equipped with a larger 93 Wh battery, it is somewhat heavier and taller. The battery, which is housed underneath, props the notebook up to an angle which is pleasant and ergonomic for typing. Asus N73SV Battery
Among in the interfaces on the case of the Satellite R630 is a docking port, which is obligatory in the business branch. A compatible docking station facilitates easy connection of the machine into the existing working area. The Hi Speed Port Replicator (model nr.: PA3838E-1PRP) compliments the assortment of interfaces on the case including two USB 3.0, four USB 2.0, RGB, HDMI, microphone, line-out, RJ 45 and a serial interface. Asus X72 Battery
The interface equipment on the case corresponds to the Satellite R630 and includes HDMI for digital picture and tone transference and an eSATA/USB combo connection. Together with these, there are on board a total of three USB 2.0 interfaces, VGA, LAN (RJ45), a mutli-in-1 card reader and the usual audio interfaces. Asus X72DR Battery
Depending on how occupied the area is, the arrangement of interfaces is not optimal for left-handers as many connection options are found in the middle and up to the front area of the left side edge. Right-handed users are clearly at an advantage on the Portege R700. Asus X72J Battery
The communication equipment is extensive. In addition to Gigabit Ethernet (Intel 82577LM Gigabit) and WLAN (Centrino Advanced-N 6200 AGN (abgn), a broadband modem is also in place. More specifically, it is an Ericsson F3607gw Mobile Broadband Network Adapter. The corresponding SIM slot is found in the battery tray. Using the built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR module, the laptop can communicate with small mobile devices like PDA or mobile telephones.Asus X72JK Battery
In addition to video conferences, the integrated VGA webcam can also be used for face recognition with help of Toshiba Face Recognition. The picture quality isn't outstanding but certainly sufficient for video conferencing. Some might miss a SmartCard reader or a TPM module, but a fingerprint reader and a Kensington lock are included. Asus X72JR Battery | 
