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Xtreme Notebooks 917V Accelerator Review - CNET

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A review of the Xtreme Notebooks 917V Accelerator quad-core laptop has been posted over at CNET. 'The Xtreme Notebooks 917V Accelerator is built like a tank--an American tank, thanks to the optional photorealistic American flag design on the case of our review unit. (Opting for a simpler case immediately shaves $390 off the laptop's price.) The screen sits very securely on its hinges, and--while we wouldn't recommend testing this claim--the laptop feels like it could not only survive a significant drop, but would possibly cause some damage to whatever surface it drops onto. At 2.2 inches thick and weighing 12 pounds even without the power adapter, the massive system is a true desktop replacement. We honestly can't imagine roaming anywhere with this box, except LAN parties.

The broad, 17.1-inch screen on our review unit included the optional 1,920x1,200 native resolution (sharper than the standard 1,680x1,050 resolution). It almost goes without saying that games and movies look great on the screen, which includes a glossy finish that adds richness to colors. Of course, the sheen of the finish also results in a slight glare when working in bright environments, such as near a window. The sharper resolution also means text and icons appear smaller on screen. However, we were impressed by the display, especially when watching movies. Above the display sits a 1.3-megapixel Webcam for video chats.'

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Posted by HCG Admin on December 5, 2007 9:46 PM |

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