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Toshiba Satellite U505

Toshiba Satellite U505
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alaScore 83

55 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 55 reviews of Toshiba Satellite U505. The average rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the usability and reliability are generally positive. The design and price are also appreciated. There are mixed opinions on the sound and durability, and many are less positive about the touchpad and size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Toshiba Satellite U505 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Toshiba Satellite U505

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 35 user reviews of Toshiba Satellite U505 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the durability and usability. The price and reliability are also mentioned favorably, whereas the sound and touchpad get critical opinions. Opinions are divided on the portability.

performance, reliability, price, usability, durability

size, touchpad, sound

66% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Nick Mokey (digitaltrends.com)

Toshiba Satellite U505-S2010 Review

 

A solid chassis, comfortable keyboard and powerful processor all recommend the U505 series – just stay away from the touch screen models.

Apr, 2010
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Expert review by : Dustin Sklavos (pcworld.com)

Toshiba Satellite U505-S2980

 

The Toshiba U505-S2980's main gimmick is a multitouch touchscreen. Outside of that, it is, for the most part, a decent laptop, even above average in many ways. But that one gimmick is the root of my issues with this 13-inch notebook--and helps raise...

Great multi-touch mouse ; Solid build quality

Dim screen ; Overly-glossy keyboard is uncomfortable

Toshiba's U505-S2980 is a solid, attractive performer--but the multitouch screen causes some problems.

Nov, 2009
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Expert review by : Matt Elliott (cnet.com)

Toshiba Satellite U505-S2970 review: Toshiba Satellite U505-S2970

 

Toshiba Satellite U505-S2970

Rugged and well built; textured plastic is a pleasing departure from glossy surfaces found on majority of laptops; slot-loading DVD drive.

A bit portly for a thin-and-light; keyboard feels flimsy; touch pad is overly sensitive.

The Toshiba Satellite U505-S2870 is rather tank-like for a 13.3-inch thin-and-light. We'd be more willing to tote it around if its heavy-armor feel extended to the flimsy keyboard.

Nov, 2009
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Expert review by : John Marrin (pcworld.com)

Toshiba Satellite U505-S2940

 

Toshiba's latest addition to the Satellite laptop line, the U505 S2940, isn't just a good-looking notebook, it also has some excellent design features that will please anyone needing a portable for general computing and entertainment. Coming in under...

Excellent keyboard and function buttons ; Good battery life

Bulky battery sticks out from main body

A solid choice for general computing and entertainment if you don't need the slimmest (or lightest) travel mate.

Sep, 2009
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Expert review by : Cisco Cheng (pcmag.com)

Toshiba Satellite U505-S2930

 

The Toshiba Satellite U505-S2930 is stylish and feature packed for those who are heading back to school.

Trendy design. Inexpensive. Wide array of features. Excellent keyboard and navigating experience.

Battery life can use some pick-me-up. Thicker than its rivals.

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Sep, 2009
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Expert review by : Christopher Null (wired.com)

Review: Toshiba U505-S2930 Laptop

 

A behemoth for a "thin and light" notebook, Toshiba's U505 is an enormous eyesore. But it does make for its bulk with fleet-footed performance.

Backlit keyboard and slot-loading DVD are impressive on a sub-,000 notebook. Decent value for the performance. Great battery life

One of the ugliest laptops we’ve seen in recent memory. Unwieldy and badly balanced. Keyboard offers minimal travel

Aug, 2009
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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.com)

Toshiba Satellite U505 review: Toshiba Satellite U505

 

Toshiba Satellite U505

Attractive look; loud speakers; long battery life.

Uncomfortable keyboard; more expensive than comparable laptops.

The stylish design and high-end feel of the Toshiba U505-S2940 don't make up for mediocre ergonomics and performance that can be had for less in other laptops.

Aug, 2009
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Expert review by : Jerry Jackson (NotebookReview.com)

Toshiba Satellite U505 Review

 

Build quality is nice when compared to low-cost netbooks, but doesn't measure up similarly priced notebooks like the Apple MacBook Pro and Dell Studio XPS 13. Although most laptop manufacturers have started to transition their notebooks over to...

Solid performance ; Nice backlit keyboard ; Good speakers for its size

Thick and heavy compared to newest 13-inch notebooks ; Small touchpad ; Expensive as configured

Unfortunately, Toshiba might have shot themselves in the foot when it comes to the price of their higher-end configurations. I have a hard time believing that most students would be interesting in buying this Toshiba for the full retail price of more...

Aug, 2009
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Toshiba Satellite U505-S2970

 

If you're in the market for an all-around laptop, the Satellite U505-S2970 makes an excellent choice. The unit has the same or better feature set as the competition in this class, and offers excellent performance. It's a bit ahead of the game in RAM...

Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 processor 2.13GHz3GB RAM500GB hard drive1280 x 800 720p HD displayFull range of connectivity options

The Toshiba Satellite U505-S2970 is a compact, 13.3" widescreen general...

Jan, 2010
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Toshiba Satellite U505-S2930

 

Plenty of storage space and the inclusion of the 802.11n means the Toshiba Satellite U505-S2930 is future proof enough to last you a few years. The 13.3inch widescreen doesn't give you the largest viewing experience around, so providing you are using...

Intel Core2 Duo Processor802.11n Wi-FiTrusted laptop manufacturerLightweight & Thin

Lacks Bluetooth

Toshiba have risen to prominence in the laptop stakes over the past few...

Oct, 2009
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