Pros
- Great connectivity options
- Fantastic software suite
Cons
- Case isn't as solid as other ThinkPads
- Not a huge shock, but lackluster sound
At A Glance
This entry-level ThinkPad offers features (and software) one expects, once limited to lower-end models.
Manufacturer’s Description
The new ThinkPad SL400 Notebook designed for a small business with a 14.1" display that strikes a great balance between portability and desktop replacement.Like every ThinkPad, the SL400 Notebook is black to give it a serious, businesslike exterior.Its glossy finish gives it an edgier, more personalized look.Its vibrant-view and anti-glare displays deliver an outstanding picture, whether viewing spreadsheets or watching videos.
The Specs
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 2743EGU |
| Processor | |
| Processor type | Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 |
| Processor speed | 2260.0 MHz |
| Memory | |
| Memory size | 2000.0 MB |
| Memory type | DDR2 SDRAM |
| Memory speed | 667.0 MHz |
| Display | |
| Display size | 14.1 inches |
| Resolution | 1440 x 900 pixels |
| External Monitor Interface | Integrated |
| Vertical Resolution | 900 |
| Graphics | |
| Graphics Type | Integrated |
| Primary Graphics Chipset | nVidia GeForce 9300M GS |
| Storage | |
| Drive size | 160.0 GB |
| Floppy Drive | No |
| Express card | 1 |
| Other storage |
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| Battery | |
| Battery Type | Lithium ion |
| Standard Number of Batteries | 1 |
| Number of Included Batteries | 1 |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 13.2 inches |
| Depth | 10.2 inches |
| Height | 1.6 inches |
| Weight with Accessories | 6.9 pounds |
| Weight | 6.9 pounds |
| Sound | |
| Speakers | Stereo |
| Storage Media | |
| SD card | Yes |
| Memory stick | Memory Stick |
| XD picture card | 1 |
| Included Software | |
| Included Software |
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| Operating System | Microsoft Windows Vista Business (32 bit) |
| Other Features | |
| Docking Station Port | Yes |
| Devices | AC Adapter |
| Input devices |
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| Pointing Device |
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| Hardware List | Notebook |
| Ports and Connections | |
| Ethernet Type | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Microphone input | Yes |
| Firewire | 1 |
| Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Available Interfaces |
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| Wireless connection | 802.11 g |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Slots |
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Performance
| Overall Performance | |
|---|---|
| WorldBench 6 Score | 84 |
| WorldBench 6 Rating | Very Good |
| Battery | |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 5:08:13 AM (hh:mm) |
| Office Productivity | |
|---|---|
| Web Browsing | 308 seconds (lower is better) |
| Office Suite Use | 369 seconds (lower is better) |
| File Compression | 336 seconds (lower is better) |
| Content Creation | |
|---|---|
| Image Editing | 479 seconds (lower is better) |
| GPU Graphics Rendering | 375 seconds (lower is better) |
| CPU Graphics Rendering | 706 seconds (lower is better) |
| Video Encoding | 254 seconds (lower is better) |
| DVD Burning | 792 seconds (lower is better) |
| Video Editing | 236 seconds (lower is better) |
| Gaming | |
|---|---|
| Unreal Tournament 3, Medium, 800 by 600 | 28.21 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3, Medium, 1024 by 768 | 22.6 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3, Highest, 800 by 600 | 26.13 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Unreal Tournament 3, Highest, 1024 by 768 | 20.69 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Enemy Territory: Quake Wars, High, 1024 by 768 | 20.17 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Enemy Territory: Quake Wars, High, 800 by 600 | 27.87 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Enemy Territory: Quake Wars, Normal, 1024 by 768 | 20.87 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Enemy Territory: Quake Wars, Normal, 800 by 600 | 29.37 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Far Cry, 1024 by 768, 32-Bit | 76.49 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Doom 3, 1024 by 768, 32-Bit | 53.5 Frames per second (higher is better) |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| World Bench 5 Multitasking | 393 |
| Number of Included Batteries | 1 |
