Toshiba Satellite L655

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

2
Average:

2
Bad:

2

Pros:

Speedy Intel CPU, Sleepandcharge USB, Above average battery life
The 15-inch Toshiba Satellite L655-S5161 is a good entry point for midsize laptops with Intel's second-gen Core i-series processors, and we've always liked the company's sleep-and-charge USB ports.
Above-average battery life; good performance for price; nice selection of preinstalled software

Cons:

Glossy screen shows reflections, Touchpad design, No USB 3.0/eSATA
The design is strictly no-frills, and there are no high-speed data ports, such as USB 3.0 or eSATA. Plus, we hate the shortened spacebar on the keyboard.

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Last revision on March 21, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Speedy Intel CPU, Sleepandcharge USB, Above average battery life
The 15-inch Toshiba Satellite L655-S5161 is a good entry point for midsize laptops with Intel's second-gen Core i-series processors, and we've always liked the company's sleep-and-charge USB ports
Above-average battery life; good performance for price; nice selection of preinstalled software
Large display. Keyboard includes 10-key pad. Attractive design

Reviewers Didn't Like

Glossy screen shows reflections, Touchpad design, No USB 3.0/eSATA
The design is strictly no-frills, and there are no high-speed data ports, such as USB 3.0 or eSATA. Plus, we hate the shortened spacebar on the keyboard
Overly glossy keyboard; too-small space bar; mediocre Webcam; lackluster design
Poorly placed touchpad. Below average speakers. Slow performance
Mediocre performance. Not for 3D gaming

Expert reviews and ratings

The Toshiba Satellite L655-S5161 is an entry-level laptop with an Intel Core i3 CPU, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive. It provides good performance, but doesn't provide a lot of the more advanced features that you'd find on a slightly more...

By TechReviewSource on May 03, 2011

Though not particularly inspiring, the basic 15-inch Toshiba Satellite L655 has a current-gen CPU and can be found for around $600, making it a worthwhile budget...

By cnet on April 22, 2011

Here's a case where it's definitely worth paying a little bit extra to get Intel inside. The $620 Satellite L655 is faster, offers better graphics performance, and runs quieter than its AMD counterpart (which costs $598 from Walmart). Plus, the...

By LaptopMag on April 20, 2011

This Satellite has a dull design, but its above-average battery life and performance make it a good 15.6-inch laptop option for its $699 price....

By Computer Shopper on April 01, 2011

The Toshiba Satellite L655-S5155 makes up in user experience what it lacks in overall performance. This machine will fit all your basic e-mail, web browsing, and Word processing needs....

By PC Mag on January 30, 2011

When it comes to budget laptops, the Toshiba Satellite L655-S5161 is a decent choice. It will not astound you with its features or design, but it combines all the basics you will need into an affordable...

By Dev Hardware on May 02, 2011

Priced just under $500, the Toshiba Satellite L655-S5096 is more physically attractive than it is an outstanding performer, but if you don't need to do anything too taxing there's nothing wrong with this sleek-looking laptop....

By PC Mag on October 14, 2010

Die günstige Hardware-Ausstattung mit dem Intel-Pentium-P6000-Prozessor und der Grafikkarte ATI Mobility Radeon HD5145 rechtfertigt in keiner Weise die hohe, unverbindliche Preisempfehlung des Herstellers von 749 Euro. Hier sollte der Preis auf das...

By notebookinfo.de on October 25, 2010