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BenQ Joybook 5000-V022

BenQ Joybook 5000-V022
Wednesday June 09, 2004
Written by Staff Writers
Tags: BenQ | Joybook | 5000-V022
AUD
$2099
Price at time of review.
This attractive laptop bucks the standard square and serious lines, with a funky curved edge on the chassis and matching display, a nice change for anyone after something different.
This attractive laptop bucks the standard square and serious lines, with a funky curved edge on the chassis and matching display, a nice change for anyone after something different. The left hand side of the unit features three well-placed USB ports, easy to get at for plugging mice or keyboards - good sense given the lack of legacy PS2 ports. The large wrist rest is comfortable and allows for natural and uncramped typing on the responsive keyboard. Nice and thin, build quality was generally good, although the backing on the LCD was flexible and distorted with mild pressure, dangerous for bag travel and knocks. A good 231 minute battery life will keep you on the road or in lectures nearly 4 hours, while good productivity and 3D scores make this an all-rounder for anyone after a slim and versatile notebook at just shy of 2.5kg.
This article appeared in the June, 2004 issue of PC Authority.
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