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Toshiba Qosmio X305 series is notebook lineup designed for gamers. Based on Intel processorm the Qosmio X305 comes with a 17-inch 1680×1050 LCD display.

NotebookReview.com has test the Toshiba Qosmio X305-Q725:

Specs:

• Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q9000 (2.0GHz, 1066MHz, 6MB Cache)
• 4GB DDR3 memory PC3-8500 DDR3
• Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit, SP1)
• NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GTX graphics (1GB GDDR3)
• 17” WSXGA+ Display 1680×1050 (Glossy)
• Intel Mobile PM45 Chipset
• DVDRW-SuperMulti with Labelflash
• 64GB SSD + 320GB hard drive (7200rpm)
• Intel 5100AGN WiFi and Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
• Stereo speakers with subwoofer
• Webcam and microphone
• 180W (19V x 9.5A) Power Supply
• Battery:8-cell 14.4V 58Wh
• Weight: 9lbs 5oz
• Size: 16.2” x12.0” x 1.7” /2.5” with feet
• Warranty: 1-year parts/labor
• MSRP: $2,699.99

Conclusion

The Toshiba Qosmio X305 gaming notebook proved to be very capable in our testing but its steep price does raise a few eyebrows now that notebooks like the Gateway P-7811 FX are on the market for a fraction of the price. The overall size of the X305 also comes into play when you realize it is almost twice as thick as other gaming notebooks (even thicker than the dual-screen Lenovo ThinkPad W700ds). If you can get past the price and size it does offer the best sound system I have heard on a notebook and dual graphics card support on certain configurations. Build quality could be improved in some areas but it held up well in our testing … if not for a few plastic squeaks and pops. If you have the backpack or shoulders to carry around this gaming rig then you should check out the Qosmio X305-Q725.

Pros:

* Best notebook sound system I have ever heard
* Quad-core processor and still gets almost 2 hours of battery life
* Impressive gaming performance
* Large body good for dissipating high heat loads

Cons:

* High price tag
* 17” notebook that is 2.5” thick in the rear
* Squeaky chassis

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