Review Fujitsu Lifebook LH531

Fujitsu presents Lifebook line of notebook computing LH series that offers a flexible and modern. Comes with two types of LH530 (based on the Intel Core series-i first-generation) and LH531 (with Intel Sandy Bridge).

 

Lifebook LH531 is present in our lab using an Intel Core I3-2310M with a speed of 2.1 GHz. These processors can be upgraded to Intel Core i5 that has Turbo Boost function. Memory capacity can be increased up to 8 GB though LH531 only provides 2 GB of RAM.

 

Fujitsu Lifebook LH531 adopted two chips to meet the needs of graphics known as hybrid mode (hybrid). Use of this hybrid graphics instead of working together in order to get more performance, but work separately. If you use a light applications such as Internet or typing, onboard Intel graphics chip that works. Meanwhile, if the process is more complex graphics calculations, the system will automatically use the nVidia chip.

 

However, not many expect a lot when running heavy applications like the latest games. The reason, nVidia GF 410M graphics chip is only suitable for running various games with low resolution. However, nVidia GF 410M chip performance remains better than the Intel chip HD3000. In addition the hybrid objective is to conserve battery life and processor. Because the computational process will be transferred to the graphics chip rather than to the processor.

Looks like Fujitsu Lifebook LH531 intended for serious users. This is reflected not support the inclusion of multimedia features. With the absence of the facility, the notebook is more appropriate to work even if the user also be able to play various multimedia files.

 

Just look at the area around the keyboard that has no shortcut buttons at all. The area above the keyboard appear plain, decorated only speakers on the left and right as well as a large power button is easily pressed. Various features which are quite standard, without proper eSATA and FireWire ports. Luckily still provided an HDMI port for connecting to high-definition digital screens.

 

Based on test results, the use of graphics chips Nvidia GF 410M indeed produce better performance. This we conclude, after comparing this product with the Acer Aspire 4750 which has the same specs (except the nVidia graphics chip not included). In addition test results show the battery life more efficient while actively running the nVidia chip high-definition video content.

The advantage gained thanks to the use of graphics chips from nVidia looks better increase in performance and battery power becomes more economical. Although serious memorable because without the necessary multimedia features, specifications offered are able to meet your computing needs in full.

Test Results

Chip gafis tambahanya indeed capable of improving the performance of the graphics. In addition, the use of batteries are also more economical, especially when such as playing games or playing high definition video.

Testing	Fujitsu Lifebook LH531 (Intel Core I3-2310M, 2 GB DDR3, Intel HD 3000 + nVidia Graphics GF410M, 14.1 inches)	Acer Aspire 4750 (Intel Core I3-2310M, 2 GB DDR3, Intel HD Graphics 3000, 14.1 inches)
Sysmark 2007 ver.1.06	133	136
PCMark Vantage ver.1.0.2.0	4615	4548
Cinebench R11.5	2.05 points	1.91 points
Video encoding	651 seconds	643 seconds
Audio encoding	104 seconds	107 seconds
3DMark Vantage ver.1.0.2	P1941	P1448
Stalker Call Of Pripyat (Day)	18.70 fps	12.8 fps
Battery Life
Playing HD Video	2 hours 22 minutes	1 hour 58 minutes
Battery Eater (Text)	4 hours 53 minutes	4 hours 42 minutes

Fujitsu Specifications   Lifebook LH531

Screen	14.1 inch, 1366 x 768 pixels
Processors	Intel's Core 13-2310M (2.1 GHz)
Memory	2 GB DDR3 PC3-10 700 (667 MHz)
Chipset	Intel ID0104 / SB ID1C49
Graphics Cards	Intel HD Graphics (788 MB) + Nvidia GF 410M (1024 MB)
Hard Drive	WDC WD5000BEVT-16A0RT0 500 GB
Optical drives	DVD Writer (TSST corp TS-L633F CDDVDW)
Sound card	Realtek ALC269
Facilities	WiFi a / g / n, Bluetooth, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, USB (4x), webcam, card reader
Operating Systems	Without OS
Battery	MAh/48 4400, 84 Wh/10, 8 V
Dimension	33.5 x 24 x 3.8 cm
Weight	2.138 kg (with battery)
Guarantee	1 year
Web Site	http://ts.fujitsu.com
Price range *	U.S. $ 698

* Metrodata E Business, (021) 252-4555 ext 5296

 

Spill-Resistant
Spill-Resistant Keyboard writings affirm that this area can withstand water spills from reaching into the components inside.

 

Plain view
This device is not equipped with quick access multimedia keys. He only include indicator lights and power button are large.

 

Activation WiFi
To activate the WiFi switch is provided which shifted live.

Plus   : Good performance; the use of hybrid graphics; economical battery usage.

Minus: The official website does not provide driver support for Windows 7 32-bit.

 

Score Assessment
- Performance             : 4.15
- Facilities           :   3.5
- Usage    :   4
- Price                : 4.5
- Total Score          :   4