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All-Purpose Notebooks

BenQ Joybook R55

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BenQ Joybook R55 3.50

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RRP

$2299.00

Review Date

Tuesday, 1st of August, 2006

Features

Processor : Intel Core Duo T2400

Supported Media : DVD+RW (dual layer)

What's Hot

Above average performance

What's Not

Could be sturdier

The Final Word

While it could be a little sturdier, the abundance of connectivity options and the $2299 price make it a sensible purchase for anyone looking for a large, strong performing notebook.

Notes

# This product is no longer available directly from the manufacturer. It may be available in retail and distribution channels, or second hand. The price displayed is the price at review time and the last available recommended retail price.

Audio & Speakers

Number of speakers

Display

Display Technology

Widescreen Active Matrix XGA

Screen size

15.4 in

Screen Resolution

1280x800

Aspect Ratio

16:10

General

Length (mm)

355

Width (mm)

254.6

Height (mm)

25.5

Warranty (Months)

Weight (kg)

2.8

Hard Drive

Storage capacity

80 GB

RPM

5400

Memory

Installed memory (RAM)

512 MB

Maximum memory (RAM)

2 GB

RAM Type

DDR

Optical Drives

Supported Media

DVD+RW (dual layer)

Write speed DVD+R DL

Power Options

Power Supply

AC Power, Battery

Battery Type

Rechargeable - (Li-Ion)

Processor

Intel Core Duo T2400

Processor Speed

1.8 Ghz

Software

Operating Systems

Microsoft Windows XP

Bundled Software

BenQ QMedia Bar BenQ QMusic PhotoExplorer Q-DataTrove Skype Voice Mail Trend Micro Anti-Virus (12mnth licence) Cyberlink Power Director Cyberlink Power DVD Nero Express 6.0 Acrobat Reader 6.0

Wired Connections

Wired Terminals / Ports

USB 2.0

Number of USB 2.0 Ports

*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by GoodGearGuide in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. GoodGearGuide neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.

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