IBM Thinkpad R40e Reviews

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Average Ratings for IBM Thinkpad R40e

  • Screen Quality5 stars
  • Battery Life4 stars
  • Ease of Use5 stars
  • Value for Money5 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings5 stars
  • Overall Rating4.9 stars

2 Reviews For IBM Thinkpad R40e

  • Guest 18th Aug 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Good Points: Reliable, bullet proof, great feel keyboard, very mobile


    Bad Points: baettery life isn't too long


    General comments: We have used this laptop as an extra wireless workstation in the house and never had a problem. We gave it a tuneup every six months or so and it runs Windows XP Pro w/Office 2003 just fine. Internet, Windows Messenger, email, Fireworks and Dreamweaver are also loaded and run great!

  • John R Rank: Lance Corporal 9th Dec 2004

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The R40e Thinkpad is probably IBM's bottom range product - but don't be put off.
    I bought mine for £600 seemed a real bargain at the time. Since then the price has dropped further - see below.
    If you want a basic home and office laptop without frills then this machine is an excellent contender. Bear in mind it is not pretending to be an entertainment centre - just a good quality basic workhorse at a good price.
    14.1" screen keeps the size compact and has excellent readability.
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