Top 10 Best Ultrabooks September 2012
Now you don’t have to compromize when struggling over whether to get a notebook or laptop. Get an Ultrabook and get the best of the best.
1. Samsung Series 9 NP900X3C-A01US Ultrabook 13.3-Inch Laptop (Mineral Ash Black)
List Price: $1,299.99
Price: $1,250.99
You Save: $49.00 (4%)
- Intel Core_i5_3317U Processor 1.7GHz
- 4 GB RAM
- 128GB Hard Drive
- 13.3-Inch Screen
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Designed with mobility in mind, Samsung’s durable, ultra premium, lightweight Series 9 laptop (model NP900X3C-A01US) offers mobile professionals and power users a sophisticated laptop equally suited for work and entertainment. Featuring a minimalist look that is both simple and sophisticated, its polished aluminum uni-body design offers an iconic look and feel that pushes the envelope with an edge just 0.5 inches thin. This Series 9 laptop also includes a brilliant 13.3-inch SuperBright Plus display with HD+ technology, 128 GB Solid State Drive (SSD), 4 GB of system memory, and up to 9 hours of battery life.
It’s powered by a third-generation, low-voltage Intel Core i5 dual-core processor, which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. With updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology, the latest Core i5 increases speed automatically for whatever you’re doing. And you’ll enjoy a rich set of new features for a stunning and seamless visual PC experience with no additional hardware. This Series 9 laptop features one super-speed USB 3.0 port–the latest development in USB data transfer technology.
2. ASUS Zenbook Prime UX31A-DB51 13.3-Inch Ultrabook
List Price: $1,099.00
Price: $1,079.99
You Save: $19.01 (2%)
- Intel Core i5-3317U 1.7 GHz
- 4 GB SO-DIMM, 128 GB Solid-State Drive
- Backlit Keyboard
- 13.3-Inch IPS FHD LED Screen, Intel HD 4000 Graphics
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Measuring just 0.72″ at the thinnest and weighing just 2.9lbs, the artistically-crafted ZENBOOK Prime UX31 Series ultrabook presents a delectable hairline spun metal finish with precision-etched concentric circles. Its light yet durable aluminum chassis is perfect for ultra-portability without sacrificing appearance or performance.
In the heart of the ASUS Zenbook, lies incredible features that makes it not only a thing of beauty but an epitome of great Ultrabook performance. Powered by the 3rd gen Intel Core i5 processor with Intel Turbo Boost up to 2.6GHz, the ASUS Zenbook delivers the performance you need, when you need it. For incredible sound, the ASUS Zenbook features premium audio co-developed with audio experts Bang & Olufsen ICEpower. In addition, the ASUS Zenbook features 6GB/s Solid State Drive, ultra slim less than an inch thin and super lightweight at under 3 lbs winning over the Ultrabook competition.
3. Sony VAIO T Series SVT13112FXS 13.3-Inch Ultrabook (Silver Mist)
List Price: $799.99
Price: $778.24
You Save: $21.75 (3%)
- Intel Core_i5_3317U Processor 1.7GHz
- 4 GB DRAM RAM
- 500GB 5400rpm Hard Drive, 32 GB Solid-State Drive
- 13.3-Inch Screen, Intel HD Graphics 4000
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Designed from the ground up to deliver intense performance and extreme mobility, the Sony VAIO T Series Ultrabook is the ultimate travel companion. Always ready for action, the beautifully full-flat, brushed aluminum shell conceals the latest storage technologies for ultra-fast boot-ups and long battery life–up to 7.5 hours. This version of the T Series Ultrabook (model SVT13112FXS) features a clear, bright 13.3-inch high-def, LED-backlit display and the latest-generation Ultra Low Voltage Intel Core i5 dual-core processor. Enjoy the thrill of an automatic burst of speed when you need it with Intel Turbo Boost Technology for a boost in your performance that you can truly see and feel.
It’s also outfitted with a Hybrid Hard Drive system (HHD), combining a 500 GB hard disk drive (HDD) with a 32 GB solid state drive (SSD). Using new Intel Smart Response Technology (iSRT) that teams fast SSD cache memory with the high-capacity HDD, giving you faster access to your data and faster boot up compared to a standard hard drive. The VAIO T Series Ultrabook is expertly designed to contain all the connectivity ports that other Ultrabook laptops may lack without adding extra heft to the ultra-smooth, full flat design. It offers both HDMI and VGA video outputs as well as a super-speed USB 3.0 port–the latest development in USB data transfer technology.
4. HP Envy 4-1030us 14-Inch Ultrabook (Black)
List Price: $879.99
Price: $749.99
You Save: $130.00 (15%)
- Intel Core i5-3317U Processor 1.70GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.60GHz
- 4 GB Memory
- 500GB HDD + 32GB msata
- 14-Inch Screen, Intel HD Graphics 4000,Blueray player and CD/DVD burner not included
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Start up in seconds without sacrificing storage because the HP ENVY 4-1030us, an Ultrabook, has a super-responsive mSATA and hard disk drive. Automatically keep your PC cool and comfortable on the go with HP CoolSense technology. Plus, hear music the way the artists intended using Beats Audio. At less than 1-inch slim and under 4 pounds, this ultra-thin and ultra-fast notebook is designed to help you do everything without weighing you down. Integrated Bluetooth helps you sync your HP laptop to other digital devices, like your smartphone or desktop PC, without using cables. Plus, print, e-mail and browse the web wirelessly using built-in Wi-Fi. Edit documents and watch videos on the 14.0-inch diagonal high-definition LED-backlit display. Stream content to your HD TV with Intel Wireless Display, too. The HP ENVY 4-1030us Ultrabook has plenty of style with the brushed aluminum finish in midnight black. You can video chat in low-light environments using the integrated HP TrueVision HD webcam. Plus, transfer photos from a memory card to your notebook using the digital media reader. HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection helps prevent data loss. And if you want to back up files on DVDs, pair your HP laptop with an external optical drive (sold separately) that can be plugged one of the USB ports.Input / Output Connectors: Ports: 2x USB 3.0 (A),1x USB 2.0 (A). Display: 1x HDMI. Audio: Integrated Stereo Speakers with Subwoofer (Beats Audio), Integrated Digital Microphone, 1x 1/8 inch (3.5mm) Headphone Output, 1x 1/8 inch (3.5mm) Microphone Input. Flash Media: Slot 1x SD, 1x MMC.
5. Dell XPS XPS13-40002sLV 13-Inch Ultrabook Laptop (Silver)
Price: $999.57
- Intel Core i5 2467M Processor 1.6GHz
- 4 GB DIMM RAM
- 128GB Solid State Drive
- 13-Inch Screen
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
With impeccable attention to every detail, the XPS 13 Ultrabook™ combines premium materials and the power of 2nd Gen Intel® Core™ performance. It goes beyond beauty. Bonded Corning® Gorilla® Glass, machined aluminum and carbon fiber are incorporated to enhance the performance of this Ultrabook. The XPS 13 Ultrabook is a slim 6 mm (0.24″) at its thinnest point [only 18 mm (0.71″) at its thickest point], and features a 13.3″ HD display cleverly fit into a footprint that’s similar to an 11″ laptop.
With 2nd Gen Intel® Core™ processors, this Ultrabook delivers the speed and performance you’ve come to expect from the XPS family. XPS 13 boots in as little as 8 seconds and resumes from sleep mode in just 1 second (4 seconds from deep sleep). A solid-state drive and Intel® Rapid Start Technology make it possible. XPS 13 feels as good as it looks, thanks to a comfort-designed keyboard and a sleek, gesture-enabled glass touchpad.
6. Acer Aspire S3-391-6899 13.3-Inch Ultrabook (Champagne)
List Price: $699.99
Price: $650.99
You Save: $49.00 (7%)
- Intel core i3 2377M 1.5 GHz (3 MB Cache)
- 4 GB SDRAM
- 500 GB Hard Drive
- 13.3-Inch Screen, Intel HD Graphics 3000
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit , 5.5hours Battery Life
The Acer Aspire® S3 Ultrabook™ is catching lots of attention, and now so will you with the new Champagne color design. This ultrathin 13.3″ is less than 3 lbs. light and only 0.5″ thin, yet it packs a powerful 2nd Gen Intel® Core™ i3 Processor and is outfitted with Acer Green Instant On and Always Connect for instant response and continuous connectivity. The Acer Aspire® S3 Ultrabook™: All the best new experiences in a ultra-aerodynamic design, transforming your mobile lifestyle!
Acer Aspire S3-391-6899 Ultrabook comes with these specs: 2nd Generation Intel Core i3-2377M Processor, Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit), 13.3″ HD Widescreen CineCrystal LED Back-Lit Display, Mobile Intel HM77 Express Chipset, 4096MB DDR3 Memory, Intel HD Graphics 3000 with 128MB of dedicated system memory, 500GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive, 20GB SSD Drive, Built-in 1.3MP HD Webcam, 2-in-1 Digital Media Card Reader, Optimized Dolby Home Theater v4 audio enhancement, High Definition Audio Support, 802.11b/g/n WiFi CERTIFIED, Bluetooth 4.0+HS, 2 – USB 3.0 Port, 1 – HDMI Port with HDCP Support, Multi-gesture Touchpad, 3-cell Li-ion Battery (3280 mAh), up to 5.5-hours of battery life, 2.99 lbs. | 1.36 kg (system unit only), AC Power Adapter, AC Power Cord, Wireless Setup Card, Registration/ Limited Warranty Card, Microsoft Office Starter 2010, McAfee Internet Security Suite Trial (60-day trial)
7. Lenovo IdeaPad U310 43752CU 13.3-Inch Ultrabook (Graphite Gray)
List Price: $749.99
Price: $679.99
You Save: $70.00 (9%)
- Intel Core_i3-3217U ULV Processor 1.8GHz
- 4 GB DIMM RAM
- 500GB 5400rpm Hard Drive, 32 GB Solid-State Drive
- 13.3-Inch Screen, Intel HD 4000 Graphics
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Whether you’re making a statement with its stylish design or making progress with its responsive technology, this Ultrabook™ from Lenovo is mobile enough to go wherever you want, powerful enough to do whatever you want, and dependable enough to use whenever you want.
The Lenovo IdeaPad U310. A Stylish Yet Inexpensive Notebook That Can Update Emails While In Sleep Mode and Last 6 Hours on a Single Charge. The stylish yet inexpensive IdeaPad U310 ultra notebook uniquely combines a super-slim design with ultra responsive technologies and long battery life to keep you productive anywhere. It’s powered by the smart performance of a 3rd gen Intel Core processor and smart features like Lenovo Smart Update that downloads your emails even while on sleep mode. Plus, the U310 notebook has an extended battery life of up to 6hrs.
8. Toshiba Satellite U845-S406 14.0-Inch Ultrabook (Sky Silver)
List Price: $879.99
Price: $779.99
You Save: $100.00 (11%)
- Intel Core_i5_3317U Processor 1.7GHz
- 6 GB SO-DIMM RAM
- 500GB 5400rpm Hard Drive, 32 GB Solid-State Drive
- 14-Inch Screen
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Thinner and lighter than a conventional laptop, but no lightweight when it comes to performance, the Satellite U845 Ultrabook is perfectly designed for everyday. Ultrathin, ultra responsive and ultrasleek, this highly portable laptop offers the robust performance of the latest 3rd generation Intel Core processors on select models* with quick starts from resume to get you from zero to flat-out faster, along with a long battery life rating3 to give you more unplugged freedom. It’s purpose-built to deliver portable entertainment and convenience – at home or on the go – without breaking the bank. Built with superior craftsmanship, the Satellite U845 Ultrabook is wrapped in a high-grade aluminum casing that not only looks sharp, but is also incredibly lightweight and durable. And although it’s ultracompact, the Satellite U845 Ultrabook is no slouch when it comes to storage space. It’s equipped with a massive 500GB hard drive with flash memory so you can take your entire digital video collection, music library, documents and programs wherever you go – and access your files at blazing-fast speeds. And with Toshiba High-Speed Start and Intel Rapid Start Technology, you can be sure your desktop and programs are up and running right where you left off – in a flash. There are stereo speakers for optimized sound with SRS audio, and essential ports for effortless syncing with your favorite digital devices. The Satellite U845 Ultrabook lets you play longer, do more, power through your day while on the go, and do it in style, without breaking the bank.
9. ASUS Zenbook UX32VD-DB71 13.3-Inch Ultrabook
List Price: $1,299.99
Price: $1,248.00
You Save: $51.99 (4%)
- Intel Core i7-3517UM 1.7 GHz
- 4 GB SO-DIMM, 500 GB 5400 rpm Hybrid Hard Drive
- Backlit Keyboard
- 13.3-Inch IPS Full-HD LED Screen, Nvidia GT 620M Graphics
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Measuring just 0.72″ front and weighing just 3.2lbs, the artistically-crafted ZENBOOK Prime UX32VD-DB71 notebook presents a delectable hairline spun metal finish with precision-etched concentric circles. These reflect the infinite nature of Zen contemplation, and are accentuated by the use of light yet durable aluminum throughout the monoshell build. With the 3rd generation Intel Core i7-3517M processor and NVIDIA 620M GPU, the ZENBOOK Prime UX32VD-DB71 notebook has been optimized to offer a holistic approach towards combining beauty with speed, and balancing work with play.
13.3″ Full HD (1920×1080) / Intel i7-3517 (1.7Ghz) / 4GB DDR3 / Nvidia 620M 1GB / 500GB (W/ 24GB SSD reserved for Instant On) / Windows 7 Home Premium /802.11AGN + WIDI / CMOS HD Camera / Bluetooth 4.0 / Micro HDMI / USB to LAN / Mini VGA to VGA / Sleeve / Backlit Keyboard / 1YR Global Warranty / 1YR Accidental Damage / 30-Day Zero Bright Dot /2-way FREE shipping / 24-7 tech support
10. Sony VAIO T Series SVT13114GXS 13.3-Inch Ultrabook (Silver Mist)
List Price: $849.99
Price: $799.99
You Save: $50.00 (6%)
- Intel Core_i5_3317U Processor 1.7GHz
- 4 GB DRAM RAM
- 500GB 5400rpm Hard Drive, 32 GB Solid-State Drive
- 13.3-Inch Screen, Intel HD Graphics 4000
- Windows 7 Professional
Designed from the ground up to deliver intense performance and extreme mobility, the Sony VAIO T Series Ultrabook is the ultimate travel companion. Always ready for action, the beautifully full-flat, brushed aluminum shell conceals the latest storage technologies for ultra-fast boot-ups and long battery life–up to 7.5 hours.
This version of the T Series Ultrabook (model SVT13114GXS) features a clear, bright 13.3-inch high-def, LED-backlit display and the latest-generation Ultra Low Voltage Intel Core i5 dual-core processor. Enjoy the thrill of an automatic burst of speed when you need it with Intel Turbo Boost Technology for a boost in your performance that you can truly see and feel.
The VAIO T Series Ultrabook is expertly designed to contain all the connectivity ports that other Ultrabook laptops may lack without adding extra heft to the ultra-smooth, full flat design. You can have it all and do it all with this thin and light Ultrabook that you can easily take it with you anytime and anywhere.
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Copyright 2012 David Masters