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Meow! The Acer Aspire 5530G Reviewed (AMD Puma)

By Aloysius Low - 6 Oct 2008

So Far, So Meow

So Far, So Meow

Aesthetic-wise, this Acer model sticks to a very familiar clamshell design that looks good and makes no bones about being pretty. Of course, being glossy on the outside can only mean fingerprint madness, but it does look good. Build-wise, the 5530G feels solid and sturdy, which is expected; after all the unit does weigh in at a cool 3kg. As far as entertainment functions go, the 5530G has what's needed, including Dolby Surround Sound, a 15.4-inch screen for viewing your videos, though it does lack a HD-capable optical drive due to budget constraints.

The clamshell design of the Aspire 5530G opens up to reveal a stickered notebook (but it does have a nice layout).

The standard Acer Crystal Eye webcam makes its obligatory appearance.

The Aspire 5530G touchpad was decently sized and pretty responsive.

Everything else we've seen so far is pretty much standard stuff, so if you're expecting something radical, well, it's not happening. But that's really a good thing, as opposed to manufacturers introducing some newfangled function or design that doesn't really work that well when it comes to actual usage. And if you're one of those that like glowing but none too obtrusive bits, the Aspire 5530G also sports just that with its power button.

The full-sized keyboard is flanked by multimedia and connectivity buttons.

The left side of the keyboard sports the connectivity buttons of the Aspire 5530G.

As for the right side, you'll find the controls for your multimedia needs.

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