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dual-core options available. Sure, the laptop admittedly has flaws like the horrid speaker and the slightly-
below-average screen, but the D430 has too many good things going for it to turn it away as a potential
system.
But notebooks in this category are largely evaluated on portability, longevity, and build quality. The Dell
Latitude D430 definitely managed to excel in all three categories. This laptop is the best built I think I’ve ever
owned, the battery life is respectable given the notebook’s size, and the notebook’s size itself is a huge boon
to portability. I cannot stress enough how much easier a 12.1" system is on a student’s backpack (or a
business professional’s briefcase), and how easy it is to just take the notebook around and be prepared for
any situation.
Business professionals, college students, and even home users should seriously consider the Latitude D430
notebook, as it always delivers when you need it to most.
Pros
Cheap when purchased used from Dell Outlet.•
Still a good value when purchased new from Dell.•
Excellent chassis sturdiness, above average LCD bezel sturdiness.•
Top notch keyboard, average touchpad.•
Incredibly tiny laptop that still packs a respectable punch.•
Sharp screen when viewed head on.•
Ambient light sensor actually works well.•
Low powered single core and dual core processors available, all of them being speedy enough for
general usage.
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Respectable battery life, smart BIOS that prevent notebook from booting when closed.•
Cons
External DVD drive (for some this may be a pro though).•
Average to below-average viewing angles.•
HDD transfer speeds•
Worthless WiFi switch, could have been another USB port.•
Needs another USB port, only three on the system.•
Horrid speaker.•
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