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IBM ThinkPad X31

Performance
PC WorldBench 4: Performance word scores reflect comparisons of PCs in the same category (power or value) running the same operating system. See Guide to the Top-Rated Products for more details.Good: 116 (Windows XP Professional)
FeaturesFair
CPU1.3-GHz Pentium M
Screen size12.1 inches
System memory512MB of DDR266 SDRAM
Hard drive20GB
Graphics16MB ATI Mobility Radeon
Pointing deviceTouchpad
BaysNone
Bundled removable-media drivesOne multipurpose bay in docking station with DVD-ROM and CD-RW combo drive
Floppy driveNone
PortsParallel and serial, two USB 2.0, FireWire, microphone and headphone jacks
CommunicationsV.92 modem, 10/100 ethernet, 802.11b
Business suiteN/A
Other featuresDocking station
Overall designGood
Battery life (hours:minutes)Very good: 4:49
Weight (typical/minimum, in pounds): Typical weight includes the computer, AC adapter, optical drive, and floppy drive (if offered).Light: 6.4/3.7
Vendor's reliability/serviceGood/Fair
Support policyOne-year parts and labor warranty; 24-hour daily toll-free support