Samsung Q430

60 reviews

Dec, 2024

Positive
performance (49)
portability (31)
design (31)
screen (27)
usability (26)

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connectivity (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 60 reviews of Samsung Q430. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the portability and design. The screen and usability also get good comments. Some have doubts about the connectivity, and comments about the touchpad and energy efficiency are mixed.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung Q430 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Samsung Q430

alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 user reviews of Samsung Q430 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the keyboard and usability. The portability and performance are also mentioned favorably.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Samsung Q430

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Samsung Q430 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the usability. The durability is also appreciated.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Zack Stern (pcworld.com)

Samsung Q430

The Samsung Q430 has the specs required to zip through work and play. Unfortunately, a dull display, pointless and annoying software extras, and a few cut corners hold the Q430 back from excellence. But even so, its strong underlying performance makes...

Nimble processor and graphics chip ; Long battery life for its class

Minimal range of ports and connections ; Mediocre display color and contrast

The Samsung Q430 skimps on the display and ports, but strong performance and battery life do much to offset that problem.

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.com)

Samsung Q430-11 review: Samsung Q430-11

Samsung Q430-11

Solid, higher-end design in a compact package; Intel Core i5 processor and Nvidia graphics for an affordable price.

Ports are sparse; no Bluetooth.

An impressively designed surprise, the Samsung Q430-11 is a feature-packed, fast laptop that looks more expensive than it is.

Jul, 2010

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Expert review by : Emily (blog.laptopz.com )

Samsung Q430 Laptop Review

Laptop with only high performance to price ratio can't satisfy users greatly. They have thought a lot of laptops' appearance and workmanship. Samsung Q430 laptop caters to their needs, decent performance and excellent appearance.

The maximum temperature on the back is also found in the heat vents area, reaching 38 °, while the remaining part performances well, being controlled under 36 °.

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Chris Barraclough (techradar.com)

Samsung Q430-JS02UK review

A highly usable and portable laptop with commendable performance

Performance ; Dedicated graphics ; Battery life ; Build quality

Small amount of flex in palmrest ; Can get Core i5 for similar price

Feb, 2011

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Expert review by : Zack Stern, PCWorld.com (techadvisor.co.uk)

Samsung Q430 review

Unfortunately, a dull display, pointless and annoying software extras, and a few cut corners hold the Samsung Q430 back from excellence. But even so, its strong underlying performance makes the laptop worth considering for general-use, midrange buyers.

Even with a mediocre display, a thin roster of ports, and barely sufficient audio, the Samsung Q430 has enough positives to win over midrange buyers. In particular, the laptop's strong processor and good battery performance help you overlook its...

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.com.au)

Samsung Q430-11 review: Samsung Q430-11

Samsung Q430-11

Solid, higher-end design in a compact package; Intel Core i5 processor and Nvidia graphics for an affordable price.

Ports are sparse; no Bluetooth.

An impressively designed surprise, the Samsung Q430-11 is a feature-packed, fast laptop that looks more expensive than it is.

Jul, 2010

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Samsung Q430

One of the best affordable laptops on the market, the Samsung Q430 offers a fantastic all-round experience. It's powerful, packed with features and looks great. If you're in the market for a new machine, it's well worth a look.

Dec, 2010

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Expert review by : Geoff Rabans (reviewexplorer.com)

Samsung Q430 Laptop

The Samsung Q430 laptop boasts some impressive specs whether you're planning to use it for business or pleasure and provides some decent value – our model retails for around a quite reasonable £670.

If you are looking for a laptop you can class as an all-rounder, then the Samsung Q430 could be worth a look. Nothing really stands out as exceptional, but this isn’t a bad thing; laptops that particularly shine in a particular area are often weak in...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : electricpig.co.uk (electricpig.co.uk)

Samsung Q430 review: Battery and build

An impressive portable partner

More resilient design than older models, solid build

Glossy brushed finish still picks up some fingerprints

Aug, 2010

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

So far, so good!!

Was told by Samsung that this had W7 32 bit but was delighted to see that it had 64 bit installed when it arrived. Disk partitioning is weird - there's a > 300 GB unused partition that's not the primary one but of course that can easily be modified....

Looks sturdy and high-end classy. Great graphics with glass overlayed display. Excellent speakers for a laptop. i5 CPU gets it done fast, and though this was a recertified PC, there is absolutely NO evidence of prior usage. Brushed Al+3 Body is...

I dislike touchpads in general and this may be better than some but, I do think it operates rather funkily (is that a word?). I always opt to use a wireless mouse ; Could use a USB 3.0 Port & Bluetooth but it was not in specs so I'm not taking off for...

Dec, 2011

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