Toshiba - Satellite P55T-C5114 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Brushed Metal Finish in Carbon Gray
Model: PSPT4U-05503U
SKU: 4879400
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Customers love the Satellite P55T-C5114 laptop for its touch screen, affordable price, and fast performance. It is perfect for both gaming and business, and it has a long battery life. Some customers also appreciate the inclusion of a CD drive, which is lacking in many newer models.
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I have spent the past 2 days putting this laptop through it's paces. The performance of the 6th-gen i5 6200U processor is relatively good. It tends to lag when multiple operations are performed at once. I tested this by ripping/burning a DVD, surfing the internet and also mirroring the screen onto my 60" TV at the same time. A little sluggish to perform all 3 tasks at once, but if I were to cut one of these out the laptop sped up tremendously. I am very impressed with the reception of the built-in WiFi and also the touch screen on this model. The battery life is more than acceptable for the size of the screen and the tasks I have performed. I have averaged 5+ hours on a single charge while performing many battery draining operations. There are a couple of negatives that I have noticed with this model. The first is these is not a back-lit keyboard. This option is a deal-breaker for me as my other Ultrabook has a back-lit keyboard and makes a world of difference for using the laptop while sitting anywhere in the evening with low to no light. The other drawback is that the only position you can use this computer in without it hurting is at a desk while sitting in a chair (and only if you are typing at the right angle. I say this because the plastic edges around the base of the laptop and keyboard are "sharp". These edges tend to dig into your wrists and cause discomfort with more than 10 minutes of use if you use it for it's intended purpose (a true "lap top" computer). Overall the performance of the this model laptop is above average at this price point. The processor handles multiple tasks well and if you don't overload it, they are performed fairly quickly. The touch-screen is also very responsive. Although this is not a full HD screen, it does present a very nice 720P picture if the settings are tweaked a bit. The build quality is the reason I can only manage 3 stars. The edges are much less refined than even a ~$400 range laptop and the whole outfit seems to be made of the cheapest and flimsiest plastic that Toshiba could muster up. Just the act of the flipping the screen up feels as if it may break off at any moment. The plastic bezel and hinges flex more than body builder on steroids but with none of the confidence inspiring strength involved that you would expect in a $700+ machine that would typically implement some aluminum or composite pieces. As for myself, I will more than likely be returning this machine because I am a perfectionist when it comes to my technology and this one does not do much to inspire me. I am also a cheapskate (I only buy when I find deals) with almost everything I purchase and for the price paid I feel that this laptop is priced $200-250 too high considering everything I have outlined.
Posted by Kyle
I looked at a few options for a computer, I still wanted a cd drive and this model had it, a bonus was the touch screen, it would have been great if the screen went all the way back but it doesn't but that is the only con. It is a great, computer over all.
Posted by Queen6784
I love my new computer. No other computer compares in its price range. I would have had to spend almost double to get the same features. The built in read/write CD/DVD burner is a standard feature, which is often not included from other manufacturers. My computer is very fast. The dual processor accommodates multiple programs at the same time without locking up. It is light weight, thin, and travels with ease. I also enjoy the touch screen feature. The sound bar is quite good for a lap top. I highly recommend this product.
Posted by Skicat79