Dell Latitude D620 (Core Duo T2500 Processor 2.0GHz, 1GB RAM)

Our Latitude D620 test configuration, which features a discrete GPU, won't be available until later; current models offer similar specs but integrated graphics only. Our test configuration's has solid specs: a 2GHz Intel Core Duo T2500 processor; 1GB of fast 533MHz memory; a fairly sizable 80GB hard drive spinning at a decent 5,400rpm clip; a swappable, double-layer DVD burner, and a new Nvidia Quadro NVS 120M graphics chip with 128MB of dedicated VRAM and the ability to borrow another 128MB from main memory. A similarly configured Toshiba Tecra A6 currently costs less but has slightly inferior warranty terms.

Performance And Battery Life
Performance proved to be a strong suit for the Latitude D620 on CNET Labs' benchmarks. The system finished our MobileMark test suite about 14 percent faster than the Latitude D610, and its score was higher than a similarly configured Lenovo ThinkPad T60. The D620 also finished slightly ahead of the ThinkPad T60 on our SysMark test suite; these results will provide more than enough oomph for most business productivity tasks. The Latitude D620 didn't muster the same strength in our battery drain tests, cutting out 12 minutes earlier than the D610 and long before the ThinkPad T60, which had a larger battery. While we didn't test the Latitude D620's high-capacity battery, Dell claims that it lasts for about 7 hours.

Service And Support
The base configuration offers a three-year next business day onsite warranty which covers parts and labor. The company's support Web site contains a knowledge database for basic troubleshooting and downloading of updated drivers. Optional warranty options include extended three-year warranty, HelpDesk, onsite service during nights and weekends, and Plus Phone support can be purchased together with the system. Plus Phone support extends the technical phone support to include Saturdays. HelpDesk coverage provides a 24-hour phone support to an expert who can help with any problems related to Dell hardware and peripherals and even some third-party software from major vendors like Microsoft Office. A range of different service packages are available, with the premium five-year complete cover scheme running for an additional S$1,016.40 (US$724.50).

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