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While many ultraportable laptops, like the Toshiba R200 go all out to get size and weight to an absolute minimum, a great deal of usability is often sacrificed – the X505 is impractically small for constant daily usage while the R200 has limited battery sizes.

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Well built and with astonishing battery life to boot. It’s pricey but decent value.

Lightweight but perfect for heavy duty business, this ultraportable is sure to impress.

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