Toshiba Satellite U505 (S2980-T)

Product Toshiba satellite U505 (S2980-T) notebook - Laptop.
How much are touch capabilities worth? Like the U505 we reviewed earlier this year, this notebook has an attractive brown design and plenty of speed. But unlike the other U505, which cost $799, this $1,049 version features a multitouch 13-inch display that’s designed to take advantage of Windows 7’s touch capabilities, plus Toshiba’s own nifty touch apps. These features work well, but we think many consumers will think twice about paying the premium for touch.

CPU: 2.2-GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T6600
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
RAM/Expandable to: 4GB/8GB
Hard Drive Size/Speed: 500GB/5,400 rpm
Optical Drive: 8X DVD SuperMulti drive
Display Size/Resolution: 13.3 inches/1280 x 800

Price as Reviewed: $1049.00