Office laptops like the Lenovo ThinkPad L430 are popular on the market these days. The L430 offers a balance of productivity, mobility and affordability for a business of any size.
Even though it’s packed with the latest technology, it still features a classic look. Although some might call it “outdated,” there are many who find the dark plastic and the classic design simple and unadorned. One of the most important things is that a laptop has a durable build, and this model certainly does, with its thick border around the monitor and a sturdy screen that doesn’t wobble.
It also has features that are common to ThinkPad laptops. The old saying “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” certainly applies here. It has everything from the TrackPoint in the middle of the keyboard to the fingerprint reader. Fingerprint readers are without a doubt one of the best forms of security a laptop can have. No one but you will be able to access your files.
The keyboard is quite impressive. It is an easy-to-use input device. The keys are a decent size and are curved for easy typing. The only thing it lacks compared to other ThinkPads is the blue Enter key.
When ordering this laptop, you have two options for the display: a 14-inch HD display with a 1366×768 resolution or an HD + display with a 1600×900 resolution.
Other specs include a 3rd generation Intel Core processor (i3 or i5), up to 8GB of RAM, up to a 750GB hard drive or 256GB solid state drive, integrated optical drive, and very good battery. The 9-cell battery lasts up to 13 hours per charge. If you want to save a little money, you can go for a 6-cell battery. It still has up to 8 hours to live.
Although it comes with integrated graphics by default, you can still add a dedicated video card if you want additional graphics power. Thanks to NVIDIA Optimus technology, you can switch back and forth depending on how much graphics power you need at any given time.
No business laptop is complete without a good built-in webcam. This system comes with a 720p HD webcam along with a noise-canceling digital microphone. The webcam comes with face tracking technology.
Overall, the Lenovo ThinkPad L430 is an excellent machine that comes with everything you need to stay connected with co-workers and associates. Although it is designed to be a business notebook, it comes with extra power and speed, so you can enjoy a bit of entertainment here and there.
