It has not taken manufacturers long to embrace the third generation Intel Core processor and the latest one to feature the Ivy Bridge chipset is the new Samsung Series 5 550P laptop. The range comprises of 15-inch and 17-inch variants that are designed for multimedia and entertainment purposes.
Built around a compact form factor, they are embedded with Core i7 quad core processors that are around 25% faster and consume lesser energy compared to the second generation Intel CPUs. Besides this, the Nvidia GeForce GT 6450M discrete graphics card enables rich 3D entertainment and gaming. Complementing these features is up to 2TB of hoarding capacity and a Blu-ray drive. For enriched audio experiences, the JBL-optimized speakers are combined with the Max Bass Boost subwoofer.
“With its fully integrated multimedia features and lightweight slim design the Samsung Series 5 550P notebook offers an unsurpassed ‘look, listen and feel’ experience that no other notebook will match,” commented Damian Cusick, General Manager, Computing, Samsung UK and Ireland.
In addition to the full-sized keyboard that sports isolated numeric and direction keys, the series comes with an improved touchpad that houses separate buttons for left and right clicks. The 15-inch version has a height of 29.9mm to 30.4mm and weighs around 2.5kg, while the 17-inch notebook has a mass of 3.05kg and stands tall at a height of 29.2mm to 32.2mm.
The Samsung Series 5 550P release date points to sometime during May, while price details aren’t out in the open as of now. Both laptops will be available in the UK from retailers including PC World and Currys.
