•  Date Published: 14 Jan 2016
    • Intel Core i7-6500U
    • Intel HD Graphics 520
    • 12.5”, 4K UHD (3840 x 2160), IPS
    • 256GB SSD
    • 8GB DDR3
    • 1.32 kg (2.9 lbs)
    Toshiba Satellite Radius 12

    Toshiba Satellite Radius 12

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    Toshiba Satellite Radius 12 in-depth review

    Toshiba has always emphasized on the screen quality on a number of its products and we've rarely complained about the image quality. But this time around, the Japanese company has taken things to a whole new level by introducing world's first 12-inch convertible with 4K UHD screen. Some people may argue whether or not the rapid increase of the pixel density in modern screens is good or not, but a fact is a fact - Toshiba delivered.With the extra pixels, however, comes the cost of battery life. The power-hungry screen will surely take a toll on the battery life and also increases the price by a fair margin. Most people would be happy with the standard Full HD variant and take advantage of the extra hours away from the plug. But we don't doubt that the $1 499 price for a bright UHD s[...]

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    Pros

    • Lightweight, strurdy and strict design
    • Full set of ports for peripherals
    • Impeccable image quality with tons of customizable presets (it's also suitable for color-sensitive work on-the-go)
    • Nice keyboard and big enough touchpad
    • Doesn't use PWM above 100 cd/m2 (48%) brightness
    • Good ergonomics and small dimensions making it an ideal substitue for a tablet/li>

    Cons

    • Underwhelming battery life
    • Wobbling occurs when the touchscreen is used in laptop mode
    • Some small inconsistencies with the touchpad