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Samsung R540

PCWorld Rating

3.0
3.0 / 5 - PCWorld, Sep 20, 2010

Pros

  • Blu-ray drive powers high-def movies
  • Speedy CPU and GPU can drive any application

Cons

  • Disappointing battery life
  • Mediocre screen

Bottom Line

The quick processor and graphics chip performance only partly offset the mediocre screen and weak battery.

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