Notebooks test: MSI X-Slim X400 and Toshiba L500

Toshiba L500-13Z

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We’re featuring a couple of affordable laptops today. Ultra-slim for the MSI, or an allrounder from Toshiba, both machines have enough to attract attention from those who don’t want to shell out a fortune on their computer.

The MSI X-Slim X400 is the third in this range of ultra-slim computers we’ve tested here. After the so-so X340 and the much more convincing X600, does the X400 continue the progress?

Opposite, we have the Toshiba L500, which is a much more standard machine. With a 15.6 inch panel, it is betting on its allrounder status and cut price to get attention. It will live up to the expectations of those looking for an affordable model that’s nice and comfortable to use.

> Test: MSI X-Slim X400-038UK
> Test: Toshiba L500-13Z

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