Samsung - Notebook 5 15.6" Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Light Titan

Name: Samsung - Notebook 5 15.6" Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Light Titan
Brand: Samsung
SKU: 6239917
Rating: 4.2 (170 reviews)

Model: NP550XTA-K01US

SKU: 6239917

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Key Specs
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Storage Type: HDD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Backlit Keyboard: false (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
General
- Product Name: Notebook 5 15.6" Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
- Brand: Samsung
- Model Number: NP550XTA-K01US
Display
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
Processor
- Processor Brand: AMD
- Processor Model Number: 2500U
Storage
- Storage Type: HDD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- Hard Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's mechanical hard drive. Hard disk drives (HDDs) typically have larger capacities than solid state drives (SSDs) but may have slower speeds.)
- Hard Drive Interface: SATA (Connects the hard drive to the host system for transferring data between the hard disk cache and system memory. IDE and SATA interfaces are primarily used for personal computing, while larger servers and workstations typically use SAS or SCSI.)
- Hard Drive RPM: 5400 revolutions per minute (A hard drive's data is stored on disks, or platters, that spin while transferring information to the host system. The higher the RPM, the faster the hard drive's performance.)
- Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR4 SDRAM (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
Connectivity
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
Power
- Battery Cells: 3-cell
Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
Features
- Backlit Keyboard: false (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Speaker Type: Speakers
Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 14.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 9.8 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
Included
- Included Software: Samsung Update Plus, Samsung Recovery Solution, Message, Gallery, Samsung Settings and Wi-Fi Transfer
- Numeric Keypad: true
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 year
Other
- UPC: 887276276656

Balance style and comfort with this Samsung 15.6-inch notebook. The slim design makes it easy to carry around, while an Intel Core i7 processor handles a huge range of tasks. An NVIDIA MX150 graphics card makes this Samsung 15.6-inch notebook ideal for heavy-duty working or simply streaming your favorite shows.

15.6" Full HD display: The 1920 x 1080 resolution boasts impressive color and clarity. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
Ryzen 5: Enjoy high application performance and smoother gaming experiences with AMD Ryzen™ 5 processors, with machine intelligence, multitasking capabilities and efficient architecture with up to 4 cores and 8 processing.
8GB system memory for advanced multitasking: Substantial high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB hard drive for ample file storage space: Holds a sizeable collection of digital photos, music, HD videos and DVD-quality movies. 5400 rpm spindle speed for standard read/write times.
AMD Radeon Vega 8: Integrated graphics chipset with shared video memory provides solid image quality for Internet use, movies, basic photo editing and casual gaming.
Built-in speakers: SoundAlive makes auto adjustments to the sound quality to optimize your audio experience.
Weighs 4.3 lbs. and measures 0.8" thin: Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 3-cell lithium-ion battery.
HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
Next-generation wireless connectivity: Connects to your network or hotspots on all current Wi-Fi standards. Connect to a Wireless-AC router for speed nearly 3x faster than Wireless-N. The Fast Ethernet LAN port also plugs into wired networks.
Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.

Whats Included

Samsung Notebook 5 550XTAI
3-cell battery
Power adapter

Q: IS THE MEMORY UP GRADEABLE AND HOW MUCH.

A: No not really. See my review here: https://youtu.be/KW9jc_8-9fM as I show the internals. It has 8GB, of which 4GB appears to be integrated into the motherboard. There is only one SO-DIMM slot visible. In CPU-Z it only registers one memory slot as well. The only thing you can do in terms of an upgrade is add an M.2 SATA SSD. The stock HDD is fine for data, but it is pathetically slow for the OS. It appears the M.2 slot does not support NVMe. I can find no documentation on this, but I tried a 960 Pro in the M.2 slot and it was not recognized in the BIOS or in Windows.

Q: Does this have Windows 10?

A: yes

Q: How do you open or access the ethernet port on the laptop? There is a cover on the port and it doesn't seem to want to open and I don't want to force it.

A: Press down on the lower portion of the port opening and it will bend far enough without damage while you insert the connector.

Q: If the 4GB integrated in motherboard is to be left alone, can a 16GB replace the 4GB in SO-DIMM slot? MrFox answers an earlier question "It has 8GB, of which 4GB appears to be integrated into the motherboard. There is only one SO-DIMM slot visible."

A: No, you can ONLY replace the 4GB stick with a 8GB stick for a total of 12GB of max possible ram. Confirmed with samsung support. I really wouldn't recommend this laptop, check out my review under reviews for the product.

Q: Does the keys or keyboard have the ability to light up?

A: Nope. Very unfortunate. That is a feature I missed seeing on this one. After many years of using a backlit keyboard it kind of sucks to not have that.

Q: Hello, If somebody upgraded SSD, please let me know what SSD model you are using. I swing between Samsung 860 EVO 250GB MLC V-NAND SATA III 6Gb/s mSATA or Crucial MX500 250GB 3D NAND SATA III 6Gb/s M.2 2280

A: I chose an 860 Evo 1tb and have not looked back.

Q: Will this laptop be good enough to make music on Ableton Live 9 Suite?

A: Yes this laptop is able to run ableton live. It can run Adobe Premere Pro for a baseline

Q: Can you use stylus pen with this laptop?

A: Unfortunately no. The screen is just standard. Uhd however not touch screen.

Customers are saying

Customers frequently mention the affordability and value of the Notebook 5 15.6" Laptop. They also appreciate its fast performance, lightweight design, and suitable screen size. However, some customers have concerns about its battery life.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
fast and smooth, great for work flow
I have exactly what I needed, it has a great processor
Posted 6 years ago by wavze
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Not too bad for such a low price.
After more than a decade of being a laptop enthusiast/overclocker, I recently abandoned Über-expensive high performance notebooks with desktop CPUs and high end mobile graphics cards in favor of using a real desktop computer. Still needing something for email and web browsing while traveling, using a disgusting touch-screen tablet or Chromebook just made me feel sick to my stomach because I hate that kind of garbage technology. Those are glorified smartphones and I really hate using a smartphone for that. After being discouraged by the ludicrous pricing of all of the pathetic BGA notebook garbage options, I stumbled onto the Samsung Notebook 5 at Best Buy. While is it a pretty wimpy product in terms of performance, and BGA, the metal chassis, striking good looks and 1920x1080 display got my attention. It was at the edge in the price range I wanted, and everything else in this price range is flimsy plastic trash with 1366x768 display resolution. I wrestled with the idea of buying it, and finally pulled the trigger with the knowledge that I could take it back for a refund within 14 days. The performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 Mobile 2500U has a CPU-Z benchmark score that falls in between the i7-2600K and the i5-7600K. Like most laptops, the BIOS is almost worthless in terms of options. I was pleased to see that I had an option to disable Secure Boot and disable the TPM module. I did both immediately. I cannot find any way to manipulate CPU voltage, power limits or clock speeds. (That was one of the first things I tried to do to get a little better performance from it.) The Radeon Vega 8 Mobile isn't impressive, but it seems to be as good or better than the Intel integrated graphics that everything else in this super-low price range would have. The GPU memory runs no faster than the shared DDR4 memory speed. MSI Afterburner and Sapphire Trixx will not allow manipulation of the GPU core clock or voltage. That was the second thing I tried after looking for a way to better tune the CPU. AMD seems to have intentionally locked the APU down as tight as a gnat's posterior orifice. It appears the motherboard has 4GB or DDR4-2400 soldered to it, with one slot populated by a 4GB DDR4-2400 SO-DIMM. The WiFi/BT card is permanently soldered to the motherboard. There is an available M.2 slot. I tried one of my 960 Pro NVMe drives in that slot, but it appears to not support NVMe (PCI-e) storage. I will have to try an M.2 SATA SSD in that slot. The 1TB HDD is fine for file storage, but it's sluggish... as anyone should expect a HDD to be. Battery life using the high performance profile with all power saving features disabled looks to be in the 6 hour range. With the power saver profile, one can probably squeeze between 6 to 8 hours from it. I generally never run on battery, so it's not something I can speak to precisely. That's what the task bar tray icon shows when I hover over it. I really hate clickpads (touchpads without buttons) but have to admit that this one is the best I have ever used. It's not nearly as spastic as the others I have used. It offers much better cursor control than any other clickpad I have used on a Windows notebook. I would prefer a touchpad with buttons, but I generally use a wireless mouse and avoid using touch-based input devices whenever possible. I forced myself to use it 2 days with the buttonless clickpad and tolerated it as well as I could ever hope to. In summary, it's a decent buy for under $600. I would absolutely recommend it on that basis for anyone looking for a nice looking, well-built entry-level consumer notebook that will do a great job of web browsing, email and watching videos on YouTube or Netflix for the lowest price possible. If you expect to do anything more demanding than this, then expect to at least double the price for an entry level BGA gaming trashbook. Adjusting my expectations to match the price, I think I am going to keep it and use it for the purpose I intended when purchasing it. Most of all, I am really pleased with the 1080p screen and chassis build quality. Those are what attracted me to in to begin with, and those will ultimately be the reasons I decide to keep it. I am not willing to use a system with a lower display resolution and there is nothing better I can find in the sub-$600 price range. Kudos to Samsung for making this truly decent very low-priced option available.
Posted 7 years ago by MrFox
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Home Computer - Great Value
Having had my previous Samsung laptop for 7+ years, I headed to Best Buy when a new machine was needed and purchased a new Samsung model. After 6 weeks of use, I'm as pleased with this one as I was with its predecessor. It's fast, lightweight and has sufficient power for the tasks I need to accomplish. Also, for the quality and features it brings, this model was very reasonably priced. While this one may or may not last for 7 years, I highly recommend Samsung laptops to everyone.
Posted 6 years ago by Bill