Gateway ID49C08U - Intel Core i5

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Pros:

Slim design; automatic GPU switching; Core i5 processor; good graphics performance.
Cool metal lid and deck, Svelte design with glowing touchpad, Great performance for the price, Fast Wi-Fi data rates
Excellent productivity, 3D-graphics performance for its class; switchable graphics; great-looking display; stylish design

Cons:

Short battery life; flimsy keyboard; poorly designed touch pad.
Touchpad depresses a bit too far, Mediocre audio

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Last revision on August 15, 2011

Reviewers Liked

Slim design; automatic GPU switching; Core i5 processor; good graphics performance
Cool metal lid and deck, Svelte design with glowing touchpad, Great performance for the price, Fast Wi-Fi data rates
Excellent productivity, 3D-graphics performance for its class; switchable graphics; great-looking display; stylish design

Reviewers Didn't Like

Short battery life; flimsy keyboard; poorly designed touch pad
Touchpad depresses a bit too far, Mediocre audio
Mushy keyboard; lackluster speakers; below-average battery life

Expert reviews and ratings

The Gateway ID49C08 combines speedy Core i5 performance and automatic-switching Nvidia graphics in a small package at a reasonable price, but several small annoyances take away from the...

By cnet on August 31, 2010

This 14-inch laptop delivers excellent graphics performance and a sleek design for a reasonable...

By LaptopMag on August 06, 2010

A combination of best-in-class application and 3D-graphics performance makes the ID49C08u one of the best thin-and-lights you’ll find for under $1,000....

By Computer Shopper on August 01, 2010

Although not perfect, the Gateway ID49C08u is a worthwhile laptop for casual users who want a bit of gaming performance as well. Its thin design is a plus, and while its touch pad is poor, the rest of the...

By Dev Hardware on November 04, 2010

Gateway ID49C08u is an incredibly thin and light notebook with a really slim design. The screen is 14 inches big with resolution of 1,366×768 pixels. This resolution is now ubiquitous in 11-16 inch laptops. But you get better in more expensive...

By eTech Reviews on September 08, 2010