Glad you liked the review. Sorry about the error, and for any false hopes I might have raised of the A350-11N being equipped with a new Intel super-chip from the future :)
Is there any particular reason why more and more notebook manufacturers are now using a 16:9 aspect ratio rather than 16:10, or is just a cost cutting measure? I know it is slightly better suited for multimedia content, but I would rather have more vertical pixels for when I use it for working, or web browsing so you can see more of the page. You still get big black bars at the top and bottom when watching films on a 16:9 screen, and I don't find them that more noticeable on a 16:10 screen, but maybe I've just grown used to them. I don't see why they've decided computer screens/monitors should have to have the same aspect ratio as TVs - they are mostly used for different purposes, after all.
Excellent review Ardjuna. Would the slightly higher specced A350-20Q be worth it? Im thinking of getting this model from comet, and am wondering, in your opinion, would it get a higher score? Or would it be much the same?
@smc8788: A variety of reasons. Cost-cutting is one of them. The second you already mention, and don't forget that this is also tied in to marketing and consumer perception for the largest number (not necessarily those who know the most).
Personally, though I agree with you totally, I do think the move to 16:9 for computers is a positive thing overall, as it will reduce costumer confusion (there are enough aspect ratios to remember) AND it means I'll need to remember fewer resolutions ;)
@Himesh: Cheers. In answer to your question, that really depends on what you want it for. It's not a BAD deal per se, but to be honest, unless audio quality is a priority for you (given Toshiba's track record with excellent notebook speakers), for £740 you can get notebooks that offer far more (especially if you go for 'older' models from the likes of HP and Acer). With a bit of searching, you can even find models with 17in or 18.4in Full HD screens AND Blu-ray for around that price. Again, it all depends on your priorities.
Thanks Ardjuna. Audi quality is NOT a priority in the slightest. I'll be hooking it up to some AE Aego 2.1 speakers anyway. Id mainly want it for occasional gaming,watching movies and general bits and bobs. Thing is im restriced to buying from Comet as i have £150 worth of vouchers burning a whole in my pocket. Is there any you'd recommend?
@Himesh: If you're stuck with Comet and audio's not a priority, for only £10 more the 16in Acer {http://www.comet.co.uk/shopcomet/product/503789/ACER-AS6935G} seems to offer a LOT more, including a better graphics card and Blu-ray drive.
Apart from possibly 'poor' battery life and integrated graphics, another Acer {http://www.comet.co.uk/shopcomet/product/521531/ACER-AS5735-644G50?cm_re=homepage-_-tab1-_-product1} also seems to offer a lot for less money (nearly £300 less!), with a sweet 500GB hard drive.
But overall the A350-20Q isn't a bad option, so it really comes down to personal preference. Good luck with your choice!
Thanks very much for your help. I was considering the ACER AS6935G before you said as it got a very good review on this very site. I was all for going to COmet this coming monday to buy, when i spotted this sony: {http://www.comet.co.uk/shopcomet/product/519006/SONY-VGN-FW31ET/tab/specification}. Looks like its a straight shootout between the acer and sony. Both the same price, which would you go for?
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