Name: Toshiba Satellite S70
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: 796709
Rating: 80 (8 reviews)

Manual of product Satellite S70

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Editorial note

The Toshiba Satellite S70 stands out for its solid performance, thanks to an Intel® Core™ i5 processor offering a frequency of 2.6 GHz, with a Turbo mode reaching 3.2 GHz, ideal for smooth multitasking. The 17.3-inch Full HD screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels ensures optimal display quality for videos and games, providing a pleasant visual experience. Its large storage capacity of 750 GB allows for keeping a vast library of files, applications, and multimedia content. Additionally, the complete connectivity with USB ports, HDMI, and a card reader makes it easy to connect to various devices and storage media. However, the Toshiba Satellite S70 has some drawbacks. Its weight of 2700 g makes it relatively heavy, which can make it less convenient to carry compared to other lighter laptops. The battery life, limited to 3.5 hours, may also be insufficient for prolonged use without access to a power outlet. Furthermore, the lack of USB 3.0 ports may restrict data transfer speeds, and the absence of a touchscreen may limit the user experience for some. Finally, the pre-installed operating system, Windows 8, may not be suitable for all users, especially those who prefer newer versions like Windows 10 or 11. Despite these few negative points, the Toshiba Satellite S70 remains an interesting choice for those looking for a high-performance laptop with a large screen.

Score details

Performance

The performance is solid thanks to the Intel® Core™ i5 processor, offering a frequency of 2.6 GHz and a Turbo mode at 3.2 GHz, ideal for smooth multitasking.

display

The 17.3-inch Full HD screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels ensures optimal display quality for videos and games.

storage

With a large storage capacity of 750 GB, it allows for keeping a vast library of files, applications, and multimedia content.

Usability

The complete connectivity with USB ports, HDMI, and a memory card reader makes it easy to connect to various devices and storage media.

Battery life

The NiMH hybrid battery technology offers a maximum battery life of 3.5 hours, which may be insufficient for prolonged use without access to a power outlet.

weight

The Toshiba Satellite S70 is relatively heavy, weighing 2700 g, making it less convenient to carry compared to other lighter laptops.

Features

The lack of USB 3.0 ports may limit data transfer speeds with external devices, which is a disadvantage for users needing high performance.

Design

The Toshiba Satellite S70 does not have a touchscreen, which could limit the user experience for those who prefer this feature.

software

The pre-installed operating system, Windows 8, may not be appreciated by all users, especially those who prefer newer versions like Windows 10 or 11.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i5 processor

17.3-inch Full HD display

750 GB storage

Available USB and HDMI ports

Battery life of up to 3.5 hours

Disadvantages

Relatively heavy to carry (2700 g)

Limited battery life of 3.5 hours

5400 RPM hard drive, slow loading

No USB 3.0 ports available

Lack of touchscreen

Preinstalled Windows 8, poorly received version

Technical Specifications Satellite S70

General Information

Model

SATELLITE S70
Brand

Toshiba
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Laptop
SKU

796709
MPN

796709

Processor

Processor frequency

2.6 GHz
Processor family

Intel® Core™ i5
Processor model

i5-3230M
Processor Turbo Frequency

3.2 GHz
Number of processor cores

2
Number of processor threads

4
Computer bus

5 GT/s
Processor cache type

Smart Cache
Processor cache memory

3 MB
System bus processor

- MHz
Processor lithography

22 nm
Processor operating modes

64-bit
Stepping

L1
Bus type

DMI
Processor code name

Ivy Bridge
Parity FSB

No
Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)

35 W
Processor series

Intel Core i5-3200 Mobile series
Parity FSB

No
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes

16
Version of PCI Express locations

3.0
Tjunction

105 °C
CPU Multiplier

26
Processor socket (processor receptacle)

BGA 1023
PCI Express Configurations

1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
Processor manufacturer

Intel
Processor generation

Intel® Core™ i5 3rd generation

Representation / realization

Motherboard chipset

-

Memory

Internal memory

8 GB
Type of internal memory

DDR3-SDRAM
Memory frequency

1600 MHz
Memory configuration (slot x size)

2 x 4 GB
Memory locations

2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory

16 GB
Memory support

SO-DIMM

Storage support

Hard drive capacity

750 GB
Storage media

HDD
Number of installed hard drives

1
Hard drive capacity

750 GB
Hard drive interface

SATA
Hard disk rotation speed

5400 RPM
Number of installed SSDs

0
Built-in memory card reader

Yes
Compatible memory cards

MicroSD (TransFlash), MiniSD, MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Optical reader

DVD Super Multi DL

Screen

Screen size

17.3 "
Screen resolution
Touch screen

1920 x 1080 pixels
LED backlighting

No
Type HD

Yes
Image format

Full HD
Rise/fall response time

16:9
8 ms

Graphique

Graphics adapter model included

Intel® HD Graphics 4000
Distinct graphics adapter model

NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 740M
Dedicated graphics card memory

2 GB
Maximum resolution

2048 x 1536 pixels
Base frequency of integrated graphics card

650 MHz
Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card

1100 MHz
ID of the integrated graphics card

0x166
Dedicated graphics card adapter

Yes
Dedicated graphics card adapter

Yes
Integrated graphics adapter family

Intel® HD Graphics

Other features

Integrated TV tuner

No
Supported disk types

CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
Integrated TV tuner

No
Power adapter included

Yes
Power adapter included

Yes

Optical reader

Writing speed of DVD-RW

6 x
Writing speed of DVD-RW

6 x
Writing speed of DVD+RW

8 x
Writing speed of DVD-RAM

5 x
Writing speed of DVD+RW

8 x
Writing speed of DVD+RW

8 x
Writing speed of DVD+RW

8 x
Writing speed of DVD-RW

6 x
Writing speed of DVD+RW

8 x
Writing speed of CD-Rs

24 x
Writing speed of CD-Rs

24 x
Writing speed of CD-RWs

4 x

Audio

Audio system

DTS Sound
Speaker manufacturer

Onkyo
Built-in microphone

Yes

Camera

Front camera

Yes
Front camera resolution (digital)

2 MP
Front camera resolution

1920 x 1080 pixels

Connectivity

Headset output

1
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports

2
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Headset output

1
Headset output

1
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
SmartCard Housing

No
Headset output

1
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Headset output

1
USB watch and charge

Yes
SmartCard Housing

No
SmartCard Housing

No
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
SmartCard Housing

No
SmartCard Housing

No
USB watch and charge

Yes
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
SmartCard Housing

No
Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)

0
SmartCard Housing

No
SmartCard Housing

No
Connection of a microphone

3.5 mm
Connection of a microphone

3.5 mm
Charging port type

DC-in jack

Keyboard

Keyboard layout

-
Pointing device

Touchpad
Windows keys

Yes
Windows keys

Yes

Software

Installed operating system

Windows 8
Operating System Architecture

64-bit
Provided software

DTS® Sound
Testing software

TOSHIBA Desktop Assist
TOSHIBA Display Utility
TOSHIBA Eco Utility™
TOSHIBA Function Key
TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
TOSHIBA System Settings
McAfee® Internet Security

Design

Product type

Laptop
Product color

Blue
Format

Flip cover

Special features of the processor

Intel® Smart Connect Technology

-
Intel® Rapid Start Technology

-
Intel® Smart Response Technology

-
Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)

-
Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST)

-
Intel HD Technology

-
Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)

-
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology

2.0
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

No
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

No
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

No
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

No
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Supported instruction set

AVX
Processor code

SR0WX
CPU Configuration (max)

1
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

No
Graphic lithography and IMC

22 nm
Version of Intel® security key technology

1.00
Version of Intel® security key technology

1.00
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

No
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Access Intel® Fast Memory

Yes
Processor packaging size

31 x 24 (BGA1023) mm
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)

No
Processor ID ARK

72056

Battery

Battery technology

Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Maximum battery life

3.5 h

Power

Power adapter frequency

50 - 60 Hz
Input voltage of the power adapter

100 - 240 V
Output current of the power adapter

4.74 A
Output voltage of the power adapter

19 V
Self-detection power

Yes

Security

Cable anti-theft lock

Yes
Cable lock location type

Kensington
Password protection

HDD, Supervisor, User

Weight and dimensions

Weight

2700 g
Width

413 mm
Depth

268 mm
Height (front)

31.3 mm
Height (rear)

33.7 mm

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates

ENERGY STAR

Features

Image type card

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Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?

Download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you have. For example, a 25 Mb/s connection means that you should theoretically be able to download up to 25 MB per second.

What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?

The dimensions of your laptop are usually indicated in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. The measurement refers to the diagonal of the screen, which you should measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.

What does the acronym HDMI stand for?

HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable allows for the transmission of audio and video signals between different devices.

What is the best method to clean my laptop?

To remove fingerprints, use a clean, slightly damp cloth. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, compressed air is recommended.

How can I clean my keyboard?

Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to dislodge dirt. You can also clean the keys with a damp cloth.

What is Bluetooth?

Bluetooth allows for wireless data transmission between electronic devices via radio waves. The range of this connection can reach about ten meters in most cases.

What is the weight of the Toshiba Satellite S70?

The Toshiba Satellite S70 weighs 2700 g.

What is the screen size of the Toshiba Satellite S70?

The screen of the Toshiba Satellite S70 measures 17.3 inches.

What is the resolution of the screen of the Toshiba Satellite S70?

The resolution of the screen of the Toshiba Satellite S70 is 1920 x 1080 pixels.

What is the width of the Toshiba Satellite S70?

The Toshiba Satellite S70 has a width of 413 mm.

What is the depth of the Toshiba Satellite S70?

The depth of the Toshiba Satellite S70 is 268 mm.

Is the manual for the Toshiba Satellite S70 available in French?

Yes, the manual for the Toshiba Satellite S70 is available in French.

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