Compaq 610 Notebook PC is designed for mobile users looking for affordable notebook with 15.6-inch LED-backlit HD display, Intel processors and general usage business features. The notebook 16:9 aspect ratio wide screen produces brighter images similar to latest HDTV and consumes less power than regular LCD screens. There are two models to chose from – first one with Windows Vista and Intel Centrino processor and second one with FreeDOS operating system and Core2 Duo processors. We are covering both the models today as there is not much difference between them apart from OS and Processor speed. Check out complete specifications, review, price in India and our verdict for this business notebook.
Model: The two available models are
- VH453PA
- VH452PA
Operating System:
- VH453PA: Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic 32-bit
- VH452PA: FreeDOS
Processor:
- VH453PA: Intel® Centrino® processor technology or Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T5870, 2.0 GHz , 2 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB
- VH452PA: Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T5870, 2.0 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB
Chipset: Mobile Intel® GME965 Express Chipset
Memory: (1 x 1024 MB + 1 x 2048 MB) DDR2 800 MHz with support up to 4 GB
Hard drive: 320 GB SATA at 5400 rpm
Optical drives: DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL LightScribe Drive
Display: 15.6 inches diagonal with 1366 x 768 resolution, LED HD BrightView with camera
Graphic subsystem name: Mobile™ Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Graphic subsystem video card memory: Up to 384 MB shared system memory
Expansion Slots: Slots available for additional devices: 1 ExpressCard/34 slot, 1 Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMedia Card (MMC) slot
Audio: High Definition Audio, mono speaker, stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, integrated microphone
Docking Solution: HP USB 2.0 Docking Station, HP Essential USB Port Replicator, HP Basic Adjustable Stand (all sold separately)
Network Interface: Marvell Ethernet (10/100 NIC)
Modem: 56K v.92 modem
Wireless Technologies: Intel® 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth 2.1+
Dimensions: 37.18 x 25.43 x 3.20 (at front) cm
Weight: Starting at 2.49 kg
Battery: 6-cell (47 WHr) Li-Ion battery
Keyboard: Full sized keyboard
Pointing device: Touchpad with scroll zone
Warranty: 1-year standard parts and labour limited warranty, depending on country (upgrades available), 1-year limited warranty on primary battery
Software included for VH453PA: HP Total Care Advisor, HP Connections Manager, PDF Complete, MS Live Messenger, MS Office Ready 2007, Adobe Flash Player, HP Recovery Manager (Windows Vista only), HP Webcam Software, HP Help and Support Center, Roxio Creator Business, McAfee Total Protection, Intervideo WinDVD 8SE- DVD Player
Price: Approximately 30,000 INR
Pros:
- Cheap and Affordable
- Good display quality
- Security options
- Modem included
Cons:
- Sound quality is not good
- Wi-Fi should be present
- Keyboard should have number pad included
Conclusion:
Looking at the price and the features I can’t complain about the sound quality. It’s meant for business use and its good in that. Good display and Security features are the plus points for this notebook. If you are looking for business use like Internet surfing, documentation, presentation then you can buy this notebook. You can buy small speakers also for good sound quality as accessories to use in watching movies and videos. Overall a good notebook to buy for business purpose.
