Lenovo ThinkPad Helix The ThinkPad Helix is powered by
a third generation Intel Ivy Bridge processor, up to Core i7 and up to 8GB of
DDR3 1600MHz RAM. Aiding performance is an SSD of up to 256GB so its
performance is top-notch. You’ll be able to choose between Windows 8 and Windows
8 Pro.The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix will be available in an array of spec
configurations, but the one we saw
demonstrated was a mid-range example, with a Core i5 processor. Core i7
options will also be available. The ThinkPad Helix uses current Ivy Bridge-generation
CULV Intel chips, backed-up by 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. The screen and base
are each under 2.0 pounds, but that's on the hefty side for an 11.6-inch
system. That said, it's 20mm thin, qualifying for ultrabook status, and can run
processors up to Intel's current-gen Core i7.Travel-friendly features include
3G/4G antenna options, NFC chip, and a spill-resistant keyboard.The Lenovo
ThinkPad Helix feels like a hybrid roadwarrior. It's reasonably light,
especially in its class, offers great build quality and careful attention to
detail in its construction. It may not be a beauty, but it's one of the better
full Windows 8 hybrid designs out there. Performance and battery life
A 1.8 GHz processor and 4GB of RAM
may seem small on paper, but in practice the ThinkPad Helix is a surprisingly
capable machine. Both the Windows 8 tiled interface and desktop ran smoothly on
our review unit.
Browsing in either Chrome or
Internet Explorer, we could get a dozen tabs going before performance started to
chug. This is with the tablet docked in its helpful stand, which provides extra
cooling and allows the processor to overclock a little.
The performance enhancement is
noticeable, and the fans generate minimal noise. This is by no means a gaming
machine, but we were able to play some Half Life 2: Episode 2 with an
acceptable framerate.
The stand also provides additional
battery life. With its help, we generally got 7 to 8 hours of web surfing and
word processing. As just a tablet, the Helix got between 5 and 6 hours. That's
not bad at all, certainly better than a Surface Pro, but one can't help but
think of what Haswell could've done for this machine.
Price;$1,499
VS Dell XPS 12
The
Dell XPS 12 is a thin, powerful, very cleverly designed touch-screen
convertible that flips into multiple screen positions.This machine’s key
feature is a 12.5-inch touchscreen with a native resolution of 1920 by 1080
pixels that pivots inside its aluminum frame—just as on the original. Open the
lid, and you can use the computer as you would any other notebook. You simply
push the top front or bottom back of the display to pop it out of its frame,
and then flip it over and close it to convert the machine into a tabletThe
biggest improvement, though, lies in battery life. The Ivy Bridge version of
the XPS 12 provided 5 hours of streaming video, but that figure rose to a 6
hours and 45 minutes when we tested again with the same test.The Dell XPS 12 is
one of the most powerful Ultrabooks you'll find. It might be heavy and awkward
as a tablet, but when you consider the value that's on offer, with the
blistering processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD drive, there's more than meets
the eye..
But, For all the hype about touch
and tablets with Windows 8, the XPS 12 still works better as a laptop than as a
slate. Its battery life is on the low side.
The bottom line: Dell has revamped
its rotating Duo laptop concept into the much-improved XPS 12, but like most
convertibles, it makes a better laptop than tablet.
Windows 8 (64-bit); 1.9GHz Intel
Core i7-3517U; 8GB DDR3 SDRAM 1,333MHz; 32MB (Shared) Intel HD 4000; 256GB
Lite-On IT SSD Specifications
ProcessorIntel 3rd Gen Core i5 3317U
/ 2.6 GHz
Memory4 GB
Hard Drive128 GB
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 8
Display Type12.5 in
Max Resolution1920 x 1080
Graphics ProcessorIntel HD 4000
Weight3.35 lbs Price;$1,199.99
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