The NP350U2B-A04 is another amazing addition to the Series X line of notebooks from Samsung. This high-performance laptop is engineered with care and precision to meet the demands of both home and business users. The notebook is powered by an Intel Core i5 processor and runs on Windows 7 Home Basic, an easy-to-use operating system.

Style and Portability

The style quotient of this slim notebook is breath-taking as it comes with a dash of class and elegance. The dual tone finish to the exteriors does a world of good to the aesthetics of this gadget. Ultra-portability is the order of the day when it comes to notebooks, and the Samsung NP Series laptop does not disappoint on that note as it weighs only 1.4 kg. The notebook measures 298.9 x 197.8 x 26.0 mm in dimensions, which make it fit easily into even the smallest of your backpacks.

The 12.5 inch screen of the NP350U2B-A04 notebook is incredibly thin and makes for a wonderful experience while watching movies or videos. The LED HD Anti-Reflective Display is a treat to watch as it delivers sharp, stunning images at a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. The screen is well protected by the bezel despite the astonishingly slim nature of this notebook. The Island style keyboard is quite spacious and features flat, well-spaced keys that help you type with better speed and accuracy. The touch scroll pad saves you the trouble of using a mouse as it offers great response and feedback.

Performance

This Samsung laptop attributes its high-performing nature to the 2nd Generation Intel Core i5 2410M processor it comes equipped with. The processor is built on an Intel HM65 chipset, and also boasts of a clock speed of 2.30 GHz. The 3 MB cache is just another reason to smile as it allows you to work on more than one task at a time without compromising the processor speed.

The 4 GB DDR3 system memory of the NP350U2B laptop is adequate for basic tasks. However, it can be upgraded depending upon your needs. A SATA 500 GB HDD takes care of all your storage needs as it comes with enough space to help you preserve your valuable data. You can play your favourite high-end games without encountering any visual blurring, thanks largely to the Intel HD Graphics graphic processor of this laptop.

Multimedia and Connectivity

The stereo speakers feature HD Sound Alive audio, which offers a rich experience while listening to music. The HD web camera that comes along with the notebook helps you take excellent pictures in high definition. Apart from this, the web camera also offers video chatting of the highest quality.

There are a number of important ports and slots which let you connect to other hardware. The notebook consists of two USB 2.0 ports, a VGA port and a Mic in. You can also connect your computer to an HD television or a gaming console using the HDMI port. The multi card slot permits access to various kinds of memory cards which include SD, SDHC, SDXC and MMC. Internet connectivity is amazingly smooth and quick, courtesy of the 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN and Wireless LAN. Share your movies and music with other wireless devices using the v3.0 Bluetooth of this notebook.

Battery and Connectivity

The notebook is highly reliable when you are travelling as it comes with a 6 cell battery that is capable of holding charge for up to 6 hours. The Kensington Lock Port helps protect your data from unauthorized persons. To make a long story short, this Samsung notebook is a good buy for those who are looking for a moderately priced, good-looking device that performs well.