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The display has the same native resolution as a 1080p HDTV; that coupled with a unique set of touch-sensitive media controls (although we weren't crazy about the volume slider), make it an impressive package for movie watchers. That is, at least as long as your HD content is downloadable, because for $1,599 you don't get a Blu-ray drive. We'd probably shell out the extra $200 for the 8930-7665 version, which includes a BD drive as well as a quad-core CPU.
The Acer Aspire 8930 is, like the 8920 before it, a boat of a laptop. As with other 18-inch models, the 16:9 display makes for a chassis that is wider, but shorter, than a typical 17-inch model that features a 16:10 screen. The entire system is decked out in black and dark grey, with a glossy, black lid and keyboard, and textured, dark-grey plastic on the wrist rest and touch pad.
The Aspire 8930 ran for 2 hours and 51 minutes on our video playback battery drain test, which is especially impressive for a massive desktop replacement that isn't meant to spend much time away from a wall outlet. By way of comparison, Sony's 18-inch model ran for less than 2 hours on the same test.
The Acer Aspire 8930 sports a superb, ultra stylish design which is a far shot from Acerg’s usual dull notebook designs. The design of the Aspire 8930 is very similar to that of the Acer Aspire 8920. The metallic look and feel makes the Aspire 8930 look perceivably sturdy and strong. At dimensions of 17.4 x 11.8 x 1.5 inches, it isnt’t really portable, but what else do you expect when you buy a multimedia performance centric 18.4 inch mammoth. It weighs about 8.8 pounds which is way above what most normal notebooks weigh. It can easily outweigh about 4 netbooks. The Gemstone Blue design is very sleek and sexy. Despite all the power packed in, the Aspire 8930 is only 1.5 inches thick. The finishing of the notebook is great and only adds to its oodles of style. The shiny glossy lid and the tough body gel in well and give the notebook a superb look. If ite’s style and performance you are looking for, with nice durable build quality, the Acer Aspire 8930 is your best bet.
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