Fujitsu Lifebook S6210 Review (pics, specs)

The Fujitsu LifeBook S6210 notebook computer is one of Fujitsu's Thin and Light models that most notably features the Intel Centrino mobile processor, a 13.3" Crystal View display and weighs just under 4 lbs.

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Just finished your review and I'm impressed. It looks like Fujitsu sure packs a lot into the package.

I have a topic under Hardware - "What to Buy" - see Confused Mom. My son is in college and his desktop has got to go- THIS WEEK- he informs me.

This notebook is definitely in the right price range. For the uses he has, would you think this is a good fit?

<<<Size: Don't need an ultralight, but not sure he will enjoy the bulky desktop replacements either when he goes to meet study groups.

Uses: Engineering Major - Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Later on, probably some graphics applications. Gaming - not too demanding on the laptop, he's never been into heavy action games. However, he loves watching DVD's and burning CD's by the dozens. Probably would burn DVD's too given the options.

My questions to current college students:

Should I be stingy on the basic hardware and add a nice flat screen monitor and wireless keyboard/mouse for his desktop?

Should I load up on speed and retain the standard hard drive size? (30-40 GB)

Please confirm whether I'm right to allocate some of the budget for a 4-yr at home warranty. What about the optional damage coverage?>>

 

whew! 13 pages of review. Nice job Jesse! Very thorough review, fantastic and detailed pictures.

I had the chance to use the S6210 for a couple of weeks and agree with all you have to say. I love how light the machine is, performance is good and a wonderful look to boot. I'll never hesitate to recommend any of the Fujitsu thin and light series notebooks to people it would be a good fit for.

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by abaxter

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by roneyc

 

the general consensus of moderators in our forums are that the extended warranty options that run up to $400 is money not well spent. However, we all know that some people sleep better at night knowing they've paid for "insurance" on their laptops so it's kind of a personal decision. As Jesse says though, if your laptop is going to fail it's most likely going to occur in under a year or two so any warranty that's up to 4 years is a waste of money.

 

When you purchase with certain credit cards don't your also get an extra year of warranty?

--Trevor--

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by rovert

 

Thanks to all for your helpful comments! I'll pass on the extended warranty and spend the $ on a good flat monitor and wireless keyboard instead. So glad I found this forum before I purchased.

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by roneyc

 

No I am talking literally "for his desktop". His notebook would be his only computer, with accessories of a large flat-screen monitor and separate wireless keyboard. The point is well taken however about tight spaces in dorm rooms. We might just see how he adapts to using a notebook and save those items for later.

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by roneyc

 

Nice review Jesse! I currently own a 12" G4 Powerbook, and am looking for a worthy windows notebook to take along with me on my travels that would complement the PowerBook (I use both platforms very extensively). Three questions:

1. Apart from your difficulties with OSX, how would you compare the PowerBook to the Fujitsu?
2. When you do a dual extended desktop with the S6210, what is the maximum resolution that you can drive an external monitor with, while the laptop display is in use?
3. Do you think the Fujitsu would be capable of handling AutoCAD?

Thanks!

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by cdnbacon

 

Wow! some great information here!
one question though, since this has an integrated graphics card, will it be good enough for graphic programs ....from Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash to programs such as Moviemaker?

 

wow, great review man. [ )]

 

I am considering buying this laptop, but I see there are newer models out like the 6220 and the 6231. I was wondering if you think the improvements made upon the 6210 justify a $200-$300 price difference.

Thanks, and great review.

 

Depending on your usage, probably not.

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