Toshiba Qosmio X505-Q850 18.4-Inch Gaming Black/Red Laptop - 3 Hours 40 Minutes of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium)

by Toshiba

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 17.4 x 1.6 inches ; 10.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 15.7 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B002OL2M0E
• Item model number: PQX33U-00L00H
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,945 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 18, 2009

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Amplify your 3D gaming and video editing with incredibly fast frame rates with the Toshiba Qosmio X505-Q850 gaming laptop, which features a stunning, high-definition 18.4-inch display and the newest Intel Core i7 processor--four cores of intelligent processing power. Additionally, it offers ultra-fast DDR3 system memory and the NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250M graphics with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory. Together, this pairing of high-performance technologies allow you to rip through the latest 3D games at lightning-fast frame-rates or create high-definition video and audio faster and more efficiently with smooth rendering and encoding. To raise the performance bar even further, this Qosmio also combines a 64 GB NAND solid state flash drive--which delivers faster access times and data transfer rates--with a 320 GB SATA hard disk drive (7200 RPM).

Learn more about Windows 7 Home Premium below.

The Toshiba Qosmio X505 features a striking design on the outside and is packed with premium technologies on the inside (see larger image).

The stunning Fusion finish in Omega Black with stylish red chrome accents (see larger image).

A comfortable full keyboard with LED Backlighting and numeric 10-key pad (see larger image).

Pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system (32-bit version), you'll be able to easily create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is the easiest, fastest, and most engaging version of Windows yet. Better ways to find and manage files, like Jump Lists and improved taskbar previews, help you speed through everyday tasks. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to. (Learn more about Windows 7 Home Premium below.)

It includes a read-only Blu-ray Disc optical drive lets you play HD Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal-clear resolution as well as create your own DVDs and CDs with the Super-Multi drive. A premium sound system featuring built-in Harman/Kardon speakers and Dolby Home Theater audio and an integrated HDMI-CEC port amplifies the entertainment experience, while adding the flexibility to extend the laptop's playback capabilities to HDTVs and home theaters.

Sporting a new premium design, the Qosmio X505 features Toshiba's striking Fusion Finish in Omega Black with stylish red chrome accents and a comfortable full keyboard with LED Backlighting and numeric 10-key pad. An intuitive touchpad with multi-touch control enables greater flexibility to browse and control what's happening on-screen with gesture-commands--including two-finger pinch, swipe, rotate and scroll.

The Qosmio X505-Q850 also features 6 GB of installed DDR3 RAM (upgradeable to 8 GB), Draft-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n), Bluetooth connectivity (with stereo music streaming capabilities), HDMI audio/video output, and multi-format memory card reader.

This Toshiba notebook is Energy Star 5.0 certified, and has received a Gold EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact. Additionally, it is RoHS-compliant, effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances.

Key Features

• 18.4-inch high-definition TruBrite display with 1680 x 945 resolution for amazing color depth and clarity and native 720p support
• Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium. (Learn more)
• Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
• 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7-720QM processor delivers maximum processing power in response to peak demands. You'll fly through everything you do on your PC--from playing intense 3D games to creating and editing digital video, music and photos. (Learn more)
• 64 GB Serial ATA solid state drive is free of moving parts and almost two times faster than conventional drives. You can load an entire game onto the solid state drive, then sit back and enjoy the fun with no gaps in the action.
• 320 GB Serial ATA hard drive (7200 RPM) with an impact sensor that helps safeguard your data by "parking" the hard drive heads in the event of a drop or sudden movement. (Learn more)
• 6 GB of DDR3 RAM (upgradeable to 8 GB) gives you the bandwidth you need to get the most of today's popular software, multitask all day long and run applications without a glitch.
• NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250M with 1 GB GDDR5 discrete graphics memory offers what gamers want most--hyper-realistic action with intense 3D visuals, plus vibrant, lifelike scenes and dynamic character effects--thanks to NVIDIA's PhysX technology. It goes beyond everyday gaming with built-in CUDA technology to speed demanding system tasks, like video playback and HD movie editing. You'll also enjoy up to a 50 percent improvement over previous generation mobile graphics processors, and a more rewarding Windows 7 experience with accelerated video and image processing.
• Watch Blu-ray Disc movies in crystal clear resolution with the read-only Blu-ray drive; also supports reading/writing of CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM
• 1.3 megapixel webcam with Face Recognition capabilities for added security (Learn more)
• Draft-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for greater speed and range
• Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
• Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones as well as enjoy wireless stereo music streaming (thanks to its embedded A2DP profile).
• Four USB ports with one Sleep and Charge port on the left side, allowing you to charge your mobile phone and other devices even when the notebook is asleep or off.
• HDMI-CEC audio/video output lets you control additional media players with just a single remote.
• Built-in Harman/Kardon stereo speakers
• 104-key keyboard with 10-key pad
• Enjoy proactive PC health--without the worry. For your peace mind, this laptop comes with an innovative PC Health Monitor that constantly keeps tabs on things like your machine's power usage, temperature and hard drive--so you won't have to.
• Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work. Enjoy a 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007.
• 12-cell (8000 mAh) battery
• Dimensions: 17.4 x 11.6 x 1.63 inches (WxDxH)
• Weight: 10.1 pounds
• Warranty: 1 year warranty with international limited warranty coverage

Networking, Connectivity & Expansion
With its integrated Draft-N Wi-Fi networking capabilities, this laptop provides up to five times the performance and twice the wireless range using 802.11n-compatible routers as you would with 802.11g networks. It's also backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (commonly found at Wi-Fi hotspots and in older home routers). It's also outfitted with Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1 + EDR), which enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and mobile phones. You'll also be able to stream music to compatible Bluetooth-enabled headphones and speakers thanks to the embedded A2DP profile. This notebook also provides Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet networking.

It also includes a next-generation ExpressCard card slot (replacing the PCMCIA slot), which lets you take advantage of thinner, faster, and lighter expansion cards for even more advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features. It comes with the following external connectors:

• 4 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
  • Includes 1 eSATA/USB combo port with USB Sleep and Charge
• 1 FireWire (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) port for connecting digital video camcorders and other peripherals
• 1 HDMI output for connecting to a compatible HDTV or home theater receiver for uncompressed digital audio and video via a single cable
• Analog video output: 1 VGA
• 1 ExpressCard 54/34 slot for adding advanced wireless, networking, storage, and security features
• 5-in-1 memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Multi Media Card, xD Picture Card
• 1 headphone jack (with S/PDIF digital audio output), 1 microphone jack
• RJ-45 port for 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
• RJ-11 port for 56K modem

What's in the box
This package contains the Toshiba Qosmio X505-Q850 notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions.

It also comes with the following software: Norton Internet Security 2009 (30-day trial), Toshiba PC Health Monitor, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 Edition (60-day trial), Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, WildTangent Orb Game Console

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Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. You can even watch, pause, rewind, and record TV. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.

Simplify everyday tasks	Work the way you want	Make new things possible
Simplify your PC with new navigation features like Aero Shake, Jump Lists, and Snap. Customize Windows to look and feel the way you like by changing themes and taskbar programs. Setting up a home network and connecting to printers and devices is easier than ever. Windows 7 Home Premium supports the latest hardware and software.	Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker. Takes full advantage of 64-bit PC hardware and memory. Connecting to wireless networks is fast and easy.	Watch, pause, rewind, and record TV with Windows Media Center. Watch your favorite DVD movies. Includes integrated video and Dolby audio codecs.

Jump Lists
New in Windows 7, Jump Lists take you right to the documents, pictures, songs, or websites you turn to each day. To open a Jump List, just right-click a program icon on the Windows 7 taskbar. (You'll also find them on the Start menu.) What you see in a Jump List depends entirely on the program. The Jump List for Internet Explorer 8 shows frequently-viewed websites. Windows Media Player 12 lists commonly-played tunes. Your Jump List missing a favorite? You can "pin" whatever files you like there. Jump Lists don't just show shortcuts to files. Sometimes they also provide quick access to commands for things like composing new e‑mail messages or playing music.

Improved Windows Taskbar
In Windows 7 you can "pin" favorite programs anywhere on the taskbar for easy access. Not crazy about the icon lineup? Now you can rearrange them any way you like by clicking and dragging. Finally, there are new ways to preview windows. Point to a taskbar icon to see a thumbnail preview of open files or programs. Then, move your mouse over a thumbnail to preview the window full-screen. You can even close windows from the thumbnail previews--a big time saver.

Snap
Ever need to cut through a cluttered desktop and quickly focus on a single window? Just click a pane and give your mouse a shake. Every open window except that one instantly disappears. Jiggle again--and your windows are back.

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Rip-Roaring Intel Core I7 Processor

The Intel Core I7 processor smoothly handles the most intense gaming and digital media creation. Intel Turbo Boost Technology increases processor speed at peak times--when you need it most. Intel Hyper-Threading Technology accelerates multitasking like never before thanks to the processor's unique 4-core, multi-thread design. Intel Advanced Smart Cache technology minimizes wait times by allocating more access to frequently used data to the processing core that needs it most.

The Core i7 720QM processor has a 2.8 GHz core speed with 8 processing threads via Intel Hyper-Threading technology. It also provides 8 MB of L3 Smart Cache. The Core i7 processor includes the following Intel technologies:

• Intel Turbo Boost technology maximizes speed for demanding applications, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload--more performance when you need it the most.
• Intel Hyper-Threading technology enables highly threaded applications to get more work done in parallel. With 8 threads available to the operating system, multi-tasking becomes even easier.
• Intel Smart Cache provides a higher-performance, more efficient cache subsystem. Optimized for industry leading multi-threaded games.
• Intel QuickPath Interconnect is designed for increased bandwidth and low latency. It can achieve data transfer speeds as high as 25.6 GB/sec with the Extreme Edition processor.
• Integrated memory controller enables three channels of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, resulting in up to 25.6 GB/sec memory bandwidth. This memory controller's lower latency and higher memory bandwidth delivers amazing performance for data-intensive applications.
• Intel HD Boost significantly improves a broad range of multimedia and compute-intensive applications. The 128-bit SSE instructions are issued at a throughput rate of one per clock cycle, allowing a new level of processing efficiency with SSE4 optimized applications.

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Hard Drive Protection

While the highly portable nature of notebooks exposes them to the knocks and bumps that are an inevitable feature of life on the move, this Toshiba model features a 3D-accelerometer monitoring system that detects freefalls, shocks and vibrations and protects the integrated HDD to secure against the loss of any personal data.

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Integrated Webcam with Face Recognition Capabilities

A 1.3 megapixel digital web camera built into the LCD's bezel lets you quickly snap photos and participate in live video chats. The integrated webcam does more than just video chats. It includes Toshiba Face Recognition capabilities--the ultimate hands-free, hassle-free way to log onto your laptop. Just show your face to the webcam--no keeping track of hard-to-remember passwords and no unnecessary typing. And if you're using one laptop for several users--say for the whole family or for a small business--Toshiba Face Recognition lets you switch profiles with one simple look.

Product Description

The Qosmio X505 laptop delivers the extreme performance you crave, transforming the latest games and high-def content into a delectable feast for the eyes, while keeping you riveted with blazing-fast frame rates and entertaining extras. You’ll enjoy elite performance powered by the newest Intel Core i7 quad-core processor, enthusiast-class NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250M graphics, and ultrafast DDR3 memory. Power through hyper-realistic 3D games brought to life with intense visuals and sound. Create and edit hi-res photos and videos. Enjoy the latest Blu-ray Disc movies. Hold tons of entertainment on a spacious high-speed hard drive. Or simply plow through your day on a brilliant, full 18.4-inch HD TruBrite Widescreen display. Topped by a striking Fusion Finish in Omega Black, the Qosmio X505 gives you all the power and performance you want, plus the portability you need.

Customer Reviews

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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning, Powerful - Best Laptop I've Owned by Far!, December 25, 2009

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Kaio (Santa Monica, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Toshiba Qosmio X505-Q850 18.4-Inch Gaming Black/Red Laptop - 3 Hours 40 Minutes of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium) (Personal Computers)

Cosmetically, the Qosmio looks like a technological piece of art; under the hood, it gets even better. Every time I lay my hands on it, I'm thrilled I made this purchase.

I'd been hoping to put off buying a new laptop but the screen on my old HP was failing and I just can't justify sinking money into obsolete tech. I convinced myself I was willing to live with the funky lines running through my screen in favor of being frugal, but with each malfunctioning pixel, it was clear I had to buy a replacement soon.

If you're like me, a new laptop isn't something to be taken lightly. It's a decision I'll have to live with a good many years, so selecting the right model is important since I'll be using it on a daily basis. Well, I'd like to say I did exhaustive research comparison shopping every new laptop, but that simply wasn't the case. I had two basic criteria that eliminated 99% of the laptops on the market: I wanted the largest screen possible and a lighted keyboard.

Enter Qosmio...
(Insert angelic harps here)

Thankfully, Amazon makes it easy to search laptops by attribute like screen size, and the first laptop that came up on my search was the Qosmio x505-Q850 -- the pictures were more reminiscent of an elegant sports car than laptop -- it was love at first sight. The screen was a whopping 18.4 inches, which is huge for a laptop, and much to my surprise, it even had a lighted keyboard!!!

(Angelic choir join the harps and crescendo for dramatic effect...)

Could finding my perfect laptop be this easy? "Calm down," I tell myself, "looks aren't everything." The price isn't cheap, yet it's nearly half the cost of Alienware, it's nearest rival in specs and looks. Excitedly reading the product info, I was thrilled to see the Qosmio's feature set is just as brilliant on the inside as it is on the outside. With the latest quad core processor, a blazing fast solid state drive for the OS, a 2nd SATA drive, 6gb of memory, the latest NVIDIA graphics card, Bluetooth, HDMI output and Blu-Ray drive, this Qosmio is a powerhouse indeed.

Delving deeper, I learned this new Qosmio had just been released and was in limited supply. Even buying direct from Toshiba was a 2 month wait. Amazon had a few in stock but quickly sold out. With more pixels disappearing on my old HP, I kept a keen lookout hoping someone would get the Qosmio in stock soon. I was hoping to buy at Amazon and get triple points on their credit card (every 2500 points gets me a $25 gift card and triple points on a laptop would be near 6000!!) but alas, a different retailer got in a small quantity, and much as I hated to do it, I cheated on Amazon and made my purchase elsewhere.

When my Qosmio arrived, it was a euphoric experience. The box is red and black with a huge red Q on it and the same detailed design that's on the laptop itself. As I peeled back the box tab to open it, the inside flap had little red letters that said "Enjoy your laptop." My heart fluttered, "I will," I thought to myself, "Don't you worry."

Angelic harps reach their apex as I open the Qosmio box. And there it was -- emerging through light beams -- with its high gloss black finish glistening, and points of light sparkling off red metallic accents. I challenge anyone to find a more stunning looking laptop.

Okay, so literary embellishments aside, this really is a great laptop. And Windows 7 is pretty awesome too. Boot up time is lightening fast; 45 seconds tops from the moment I hit the power button and I can click on anything and get going instantly. And this new processor is a total beast too. Photoshop CS4 opens near instantly. A 100gb backup took barely over an hour. And rendering video editing is blazing fast too. I'm not a gamer, so I have nothing to report there, but judging by everything else, it ought to be equally fast in that department.


"Gaming Laptop" is just a euphemism for Fast!

If you see a computer that's touted for "gamers" don't assume that's all it's good for. "Gaming computer" just means fast, and who doesn't want a fast computer?? I've seen several reviews that did speed tests pitting this new Qosmio against its rivals and it outperformed them with ease. Granted, it was the only one with this new processor and as others follow suit, the speed comparisons will level off.


Blu-Ray Rom vs Burner

ROM basically means this drive plays Blu-Ray disks but doesn't burn them. (It does, of course, burn DVD+-RW and CDs.) At first, I was disappointed Qosmio didn't have a Blu-Ray burner. But then I realized I'd rather archive all my video to MPEG4 or WMV and watch it directly off Media Share. I already use Media Share to listen to all my music, so why not do the same with video too? It's way more convenient to access MP3 files digitally than it is to load a CD into a player, just like it's easier to do backups with external hard drives as opposed to disks. Digital files are just faster and more convenient, so a Blu-Ray burner may already be meaningless for my purposes.


HDMI Output

One of my favorite features of the Qosmio is the ease with which it can be connected to my 50" plasma! Just run an HDMI cable from your computer to your plasma and it's good to go! Audio is automatically cut from the laptop and plays out the TV instead. And the picture is full 1080p HD! Play any video clip, surf the web or watch a Blu-Ray movie all on your plasma!! Very cool!! Oh, and in case you're wondering, the Qosmio uses a standard HDMI cable, not the mini size seen on camcorders. And Qosmio automatically detects the HDMI signal and turns on an off the external display automatically. You can have both screens active at the same time, or choose between the two. Combined with my Philips Wireless HDMI transmitter and it all couldn't be easier to use.


Lighted Keyboard

I've read some forums where people were upset the keyboard doesn't stay lit all the time and turns off after so many seconds. NOT TRUE -- the keyboard CAN be set to stay on all the time. On your Qosmio, just go to: >Start >Toshiba >Utilities >HWSetup >Illumination >then under "Keyboard Backlight," click the radio button "FN" then check the box "On." After you reboot, you'll be able to turn the keyboard on and off by using the "FN" + "Z" keys. Personally, I have my keyboard set to stay on all the time, and naturally, it turns off automatically when the computer is shut down. It's also worth mentioning that the keyboard itself is very smooth and QUIET! I don't know about you, but clackety-clack keyboards drive me nuts! No reason why they can't all be virtually silent like this Qosmio's. I have to strain just to hear a sound -- perfect!


No Crapware

I hate it when I buy a new computer and it's loaded with garbage programs that basically amount to advertisers littering all over my new hard drive. Thankfully, Qosmio comes with very little corporate garbage under the hood -- a Microsoft Office trial, Quickbooks, Toshiba Online Backup -- oh, and that crappy Norton I got rid of on my first bootup. Aside from that, it's pretty much a clean install with only the necessities, and I'm thankful for that. I'll install my own programs, thank you very much! Incidentally, Toshiba did a good job of including some helpful utilities and a decent DVD/CD burning program, so kudos there.


Harman / Kardon Speakers

No, these aren't going to fill a room or blow anyone's hair back, but compared to other laptops I've encountered, these speakers are great! If I'm out on the go, they're just fine and plenty powerful. But when I'm home, I do plug in a set of Altec Lansings for a fuller, dynamic sound. But truth be told, I don't listen to music off my laptop. But I do have it connected to my DirecTV receiver and listen to music on my home theater system via Media Share. There's nothing like it!


Eco-Mode

I applaud Toshiba for including this feature but it's nothing I'll ever use. Basically, you can setup this feature so that at a push of a button, your the Qosmio will conserve energy and you can feel good about reducing your carbon footprint. That's all well and good but I didn't spend 2 grand for a sluggish computer. I paid for speed and I want speed, I'll deal with my carbon footprint elsewhere. I take the bus most places, so I have most people beat right there. I'll burn my laptop as fast as I please; thanks much.


Face Recognition Login

Yes, you heard me -- this Qosmio has a built in web cam that's good for video calls via Skype, but it also does one better -- the built in web cam also enables the use of face recognition software in lieu of a password for login! Cool!


Fingerprints

The high gloss finish of this Qosmio is stunning but it also picks up fingerprints with ease. Personally, I don't mind. I wouldn't want to sacrifice the Qosmio's lux look and don't mind wiping it down to keep it shiny and clean. Besides, we've all seen the reports that say people's keyboards have more germs on them than a public toilet, so it's a good thing to wipe your laptop down frequently no matter what.


Solid State Drive

I credit Qosmio for wanting to be on the cutting edge but the solid state drive on this thing is way too small -- only 64gb. It does have a 2nd 320gb SATA which beats most competitors since it spins at 7200rpm. But the SSD is still small for my taste. To make matters worse, the partitions only give 47gb of usable space. The rest is allocated to a Recovery partition and a hidden partition that contains a backup image that can restore your... Read more ›

15 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome can't even describe how good this laptop is., November 3, 2009

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Lauren A. Lamanna "nick" (Wherever, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Toshiba Qosmio X505-Q850 18.4-Inch Gaming Black/Red Laptop - 3 Hours 40 Minutes of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium) (Personal Computers)

I've had this laptop for longer than a week now and I have had literally no problems with it. I chose this laptop because I could not find another laptop that could even compare with the high performance included along with the affordability. This laptop has tons of features, literally tons. I can't explain all the features, yet you can simply look on Toshiba's website. As the other review stated about the wi-fi, I can't say much other than that I have had no problems with the wi-fi so far, none. The wi-fi infact is very convenient and works very well in my opinion perhaps his was just defected. The reason I bought this laptop is because I didn't wanna go over 2 grand, yet I still wanted to be able to play the latest games and still be able to attend to my work using my favorite part about this laptop, MOBILITY!!!!!

This laptop is very simple. I reccomend this for all business users due to the flat-mat style keyboard along with the other many convenient features. These make sending emails, surfing the web, and other everyday tasks extremely easy and adequately comfortable. The screen itself includes a 16:9 aspect ratio along with an impressive 1920x1080 resolution making games and movies look marvelous along with an immersive experience. The soundcard along with the speakers are also quite impressive, leaving my movies and games with an awesome experience. The ports are also very convenient (more than I expected) allowing more possibilities

Now for the performance, I can't complain at all. It runs many of the latest games that I play with shear performance.

This review has already been stretched out long enough, but I'm sure I could get in all the details. In conclusion, if you need a high performance (all the features built in) affordable laptop then I reccomend this laptop to any computer user out there!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worthy System, December 10, 2009

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Zachary N. Samuels "Calypso" (Warhorse, Iraq) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Toshiba Qosmio X505-Q850 18.4-Inch Gaming Black/Red Laptop - 3 Hours 40 Minutes of Battery Life (Windows 7 Home Premium) (Personal Computers)

The q850 is an excellent price to performance ratio buy, no other laptop company could seem to provide such a good ratio. I have always been a fan of Toshiba laptops and my last 3 laptops were all satellites. I usually only go for desktops, i like to build them, but considering my deployment to Iraq i couldn't take my 45 pound tower out here. I needed something mobile yet powerful enough to play games and handle power hungry applications, and let me tell you this laptop does it. the core i7 720QM is comparable to my phenom II 935, even with the i7's lower clock speed.

I was sceptical about the video performance at first considering it was only packing a gts 250m, the best mobile vprocessor being the gtx 280m. but i did my research and found out it was packing GDDR5 VRAM which runs a lot better at higher resolutions ie 1920X1080 (HD+) in games comparable to the gtx 260m, although sucked less power. I run most games fluid with almost max settings, borderlands, Fallout 3, Modern Warfare 2, Dragon Age, ex.
The performance in game is also due to the faster Ram clock speeds, turbo mode, and the SSD.

Like people have said before me the SSD only has 47 GB on it not the 64 they propose, but once you remove most of the junk from the system it frees up enough space to load applications and a couple of games on to the SSD. the HDD is running at 7200 RPM which is a fast for a laptop considering most laptop HDDs run at 5400. Its great for storage or installing less used or important applications.

Blu-ray movies look excellent on the giant screen.

The side touch panel makes it easy to stop music while in game without alt tabbing.

The on board Wifi works great for me, I pick up signal even through my metal walls.

I haven't tested the battery power, but from what i have seen so far beats the hell out of any HP laptop.

I would recommend getting a gaming mouse, the touch pad that's is built into the system isn't that great, but it will get the job done. I myself have the Razor Orochi gaming mouse.

I would also recommend getting a set of speakers and a sub considering this model only has speakers in it and they sound great but not for the music enthusiast.

The laptop looks very sleek and the back lit keyboard is awesome at night time.

Windows 7 has way better performance than vista on this laptop.

Overall this laptop was a very good buy, even though it took me forever to get it out here to Iraq.