SAMSUNG: Samsung X520

Wednesday, 11 July 2012

Samsung X520

Samsung's X-series is made up entirely of machines powered by Intel CULV processors. The X520 is the largest laptop in the X-Series, making it one of the least portable, but its size makes it very comfortable to use and performance also proved to be good.

The 15.6-inch screen isn't one of the brightest we've seen, being easily trumped by the Toshiba Satellite T130-12N, but detail is good courtesy of the 1366 x 768-pixel resolution, so opening multiple windows on this panel won't be a problem.

A shiny Super-TFT screen coating is in place, but reflections aren't too distracting.

This is one of the better looking machines here and build quality matches the aesthetically pleasing design. The chassis features matt-black plastics which won't scratch or mark easily and the same can be said of the lid, despite its shiny finish. A silver trim runs round the edge of the chassis, adding a touch of style.