Here I go again, on an ultrabook rampage that doesn’t seem to be winding down anytime soon. I’m blaming it on the ever-happening tech scene; with the current trend where all the major tech brands choose to launch their version of an ultrabook all days or within weeks from each other.
With each launch I get more muddled in the head. The Asus Zenbook was ultrasexy, and 2 weeks after Lenovo teases with some really funky features. Today Toshiba unveiled their Portege Z830, which they claim to be the LIGHTEST & THINNEST in the world.
After being appointed as an Acer Aspire S3 Brand Evangelist (post–> HERE), I finally experienced the freedom of a lightweight laptop and yet at the same realized the limitations of one. While I accepted the lack of a CD/DVD drive, I still think having more I/O ports should be a serious consideration.
2 USB ports? Like seriously? And what’s wrong with throwing in an Ethernet jack? And being a blogger, I can’t live without a SD card reader, having to transfer pictures from reviews and event to the laptop for editing and uploading to the blog sometimes up to 3 times a day.
So when it was announced that the Portege Z830 is the only ultrabook (currently la..) with full ports functionality, I immediately asked if there is a media price. 
Don’t get me wrong, I’m not looking at replacing my current Aspire S3 but I’m adding on to my collection of laptops for my company as well as for backups. Frequent traveling and with a few interns coming in next month, equipping the office is one of my primary concern now.
On top of that, I’m known for not handling my stuffs with care, carrying them around as much as I do, so it’s wise to have backups right?
As expected I have done a mini comparison between the Aspire S3 with the Portege Z830. Just like my previous “comparisons“, it is nothing technical & solely on “what you see” basis.
After all, it can’t be a fair nor proper comparison as I do not have both units to test.
Left: Acer Aspire S3. Right: Toshiba Z830. FRONT FACING.
LEFT: Toshiba Portege Z380. RIGHT: Acer Aspire S3. RIGHT SIDE.
LEFT: Acer Aspire S3. RIGHT: Toshiba Portege Z380. LEFT SIDE.
Back to back.
LEFT: Acer Aspire S3. RIGHT: Toshiba Portege Z380. (Both laptops back to back).
Left: Acer Aspire S3. Right: Toshiba Z830. KEYBOARD.
Acer Aspire S3.
Toshiba Portege Z380. Chiclet keyboard.
Touchpad on the Toshiba Z830, with dedicated left and right click buttons.
Chassis for Toshiba Z830.
Don’t you just love the slimness of an ultrabook? I know I do!
The Toshiba Z830 is proven of its durability with tests as the below.
One last look.
Prices:
i5 – RM3999. i7-RM4799
Media price: RM3199/RM3839.
Portégé Z830-1000U
CPU Technology
Intel® Core™ i5-2467M Processor (with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.3GHz, 1.6Hz, 3M Cache)
Operating System
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit
Chipset
Mobile Intel® HM65 Express Chipset
System Memory
6144MB DDR3 1333MHz SDRAM
Display
13.3″ WXGA HD LED Backlight TFT display (16:9), resolution 1,366 x 768
Graphics
Intel® HD Graphics, up to 805MB total available graphics memory
Hard Disk
128GB Solid State Drive
Optical Disk Drive
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Pointing Device
Touchpad with multi-gesture support
Communications
Bluetooth V3.0 w/ High Speed Technology , Integrated 802.11bgn , 10/100/1000Mbps LAN
Built-in Camera
Built-in HD Web Camera
Sound System
Stereo Speakers, 16-bit Stereo with Intel® High Definition Audio Support
Interfaces
2xUSB 2.0, 1xUSB 3.0 (Sleep&Charge) , RGB, HDMI , SD Card Reader (supports SD, SDHC, SDXC, miniSD**, microSD**, MMC)
Battery Type
8-Cell Lithium Ion
AC Adapter
45W Universal AC Adaptor
Security and Protection
Fingerprint/Spill Resistant KB
Physical Dimensions
316.0 x 227.0 x 14.9/15.9mm
Weight
From 1.12kg
Color Variation
Magnesium Silver
Warranty
1-year carry-in International Limited Warranty (parts & labor), 1-year battery (carry-in)
MORE POSTS ON ULTRABOOKS: Check them out!
1. ACER ASPIRE S3
2. Asus Zenbook
3. Lenovo U300S
All pictures taken with:
Yes – you and your never-ending quest to buy all the Ultrabooks in the market. I love how you (also) love to take comparison pics. Thanks to you, I got some shots myself. Although yours look nicer. 🙂
So, you getting it?
Hehehe! Geeky gals unite! 😛
Yea, I’m considering. Not sure if I can get used to the keyboard..which may be a problem. I’m waiting for reply from Toshiba now..
Thin and thinner.. Light weight.. my laptop becoming an antique soon
Yes… nowadays is all about thinner, faster and lighter!
Looks good. The SSD hard drive makes it light and should be very portable. BTW what’s the difference between the quoted prices and media prices?
Media is only a limited period of time. And less pricy of course
any idea when the period of media price ends?
anyone can buy with “media price”?
I can ask for you, if you are a serious buyer
That would be nice. Very interested to get one, TIA!
Let me know if you do!
Hello,
Same as csh, I’m interested to get one at the media price. How do I go about getting it?
Let me check & I’ll get back to you!
I am also interested at the media price..how can I get it? 🙂
Let me check yea Drop me an email at [email protected] with your contact
ok..already email u B-)
Yups got it! 🙂 Tues only can know cos everyone on holiday now
interested! just sent u a email.
Yups! Got it.
Can only get in touch with Toshiba on Tues since its the long weekend yea
hi, any news from thoshiba? thanks
yes
Hi Rebecca,
So any info on Media price? Just saw the ad in star today.
Do email me.
do u have the stock for i7? and the media price of RM3,839? if so please do inform and email me.
only got i5.
No media price but RM3699.
Media only for media and bookings made on that day itself.
tq for the reply…appreciate it
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