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Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6in. Laptop

Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop

Item: 984634    Model: S855-S5378

Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop
4.0stars
( 230 reviews)
  • 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7-3630QM up to 3.4GHz with Turbo Boost Technology 6M Cache Processor; Enjoy an automatic burst of speed when you need it with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
  • 8GB DDR3 1600MHz Memory, Expandable to 16GB
  • 750GB 5400RPM Serial ATA Hard Disk
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by PowerReviews
Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop
 
4.1

(based on 230 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (99)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (83)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (33)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (11)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (4)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Efficient (57)
  • Easy to set up (56)
  • Easy to use (56)
  • Well built / quality (54)
  • Reliable (47)

Cons

  • Windows 8 (6)
  • Poorly designed keyboard (5)
  • Hard to use (4)
  • Difficult to set up (3)
  • Heavy (3)

Best Uses

  • Everyday use (71)
  • Organization (22)
  • Presentations (21)
  • Web browsing (19)
  • Word processing (14)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Midrange shopper (45), Budget shopper (21), Tech savvy (13), High-end shopper (11), Technically challenged (5)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (78), Business (22)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (68), Yes (10)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

A 'cool' buy

This replaces an HP62 laptop that wasn't up to multiple tasks I gave it - it overheated and severely, eventually damaging the VGA graphics card. The HP62 was a low-end machine, but still. ...Read complete review

This replaces an HP62 laptop that wasn't up to multiple tasks I gave it - it overheated and severely, eventually damaging the VGA graphics card. The HP62 was a low-end machine, but still. The Toshiba and its I7 processor are taking care of business without even a hint of complaint - the machine has remained cool. Two things I don't like about the purchase have to do with software, not hardware. First, Windows 8 may be the in thing, but OMG is it burdensome for a laptop W7 user - lots of icons and pictures (all large) consuming screen space and direct functionality (e.g. the default photo viewer is the Photos 'app' which takes a 5+ seconds pause before displaying the ONE picture you've selected; this is compared to the Windows Photo Viewer which when a picture file is clicked immediately lets you scroll through the others in the immediate directory). Fortunately you can change the default program to Windows Photo Viewer. Second, even though W8 includes Windows Security Essentials, the machine also came bundled with Norton Antivirus - and when I say bundled I mean practically umbilical'ed! It's deeply imbedded in everything and in 30 days when the free trial runs out I'm not convinced I can easily get rid of it - the only option I currently see is to Uninstall, not just turn off. Hardware-wise I'm good with the machine; the keyboard feels somewhat "stiff" (short key travel but unless you go all the way with your keystroke some strokes don't register - it's not a light-tough typing keyboard); the touchpad is good - and much less sensitive or prone to accidental palm/thumb brushes that annoyingly send you to who-knows-where; F12 is still the wireless connect toggle, but it's called "Airplane Mode", for [fl]ying out loud...; the keyboard has a built-in numeric keypad, but I have to adjust because I'm used to a vertical del|home|pg up|pg dn|end arrangement on the right whereas this has del|home|end|pgup|pgdn horiontally at the top right. While early in ownership/usage, I like what I've experienced and I don't expect that to change. Demographically I'm an almost 67-year-old male who's been in the IT field for 50 years (dinosaur).

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Most Helpful Negative Review

 

A Few Things You Should Know.....

I just purchased this machine at my local Staples store and want to let others know a few issues before they purchase:

1)The WiFi card is single-antenna 802.11n (aka 150N). W...Read complete review

I just purchased this machine at my local Staples store and want to let others know a few issues before they purchase:

1)The WiFi card is single-antenna 802.11n (aka 150N). WiFi speeds will be limited, especially if you have a fast Internet connection. Toshiba went the cheap route and did not use a two-antenna 802.11n installation.

2)The wired Ethernet jack and USB 3.0 ports are on the right side of the machine right by the wrist rest. Therefore, if you use a external mouse (right-handed) and want to have the Ethernet cord or something plugged into the USB 3.0 ports, there is a huge bulge outward where you would place your external mouse.

3)The fan noise is moderate.

4)The keyboard is flimsy and keys tend to break off easily. Make sure you test the machine in-store before purchasing.

My main purpose for writing this review was to warn potential buyers of the single-antenna WiFi. I didn't expect Toshiba to take the cheap route in a Intel Core i7 machine.

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5.0

I Love IT

By papa25

from Lake Havasu City AZ.

About Me Technically Challenged

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Comfortable Keyboard
  • Fast
  • Long Battery Life
  • Quality Display
  • Quiet

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Web Browsing
    • Word Processing

    Comments about Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop:

    My old HP was near death. Started looking for new lap top. Reasearched and decided that Toshiba met all my needs. Found $100 off coupon and a sale price to boot. Had Staples remove my old hard drive and install to this new one. Then had a tech come to my home and give me basic lession on operation of Windows 8. Still learning but I mostly use the 7 style screen. Battery life,about 4hrs. as advertised.
    Runs quiet and cool. No complaints to date. I like the speed of the CORE i7 chip and the RAM 8gb
    keeps me going at a faster pace than my old HP.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

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    5.0

    Great Value

    By RK

    from Tempe, Arizona

    Comments about Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop:

    Enjoy the Toshiba laptop. Lot of good features at a great value. Screen has good clarity, easy to use.

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    5.0

    Best Price/Performance Laptop

    By jbarc

    from Arica,CL

    Comments about Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop:

    Excellent Laptop, I have it from a month ago, all my programs run like a charm, autocad, matlab, etc. The bad thing is the keyboard, you have to press the keys hard, but is ok.

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    5.0

    A great laptop at a fair price!!

    By Cello Brian

    from Dallas, Texas

    About Me Multimedia Professional, Technically Challenged

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable Keyboard
    • Fast
    • Lightweight
    • Long Battery Life
    • Powerful
    • Quality Display
    • Quiet

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Business Use
      • Graphics
      • Music
      • Video
      • Web Browsing
      • Word Processing

      Comments about Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop:

      This is an attractive, fairly lightweight laptop. Windows 8 makes access to all programs easy and enjoyable. In addition, the large memory capacity helps with storing anything needed at anytime. The clarity and resolution of the screen is attractive and easy on the user's eyes. A truly enjoyable machine to use!

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

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      5.0

      Great laptop

      By Marj

      from Sterling Heights, MI

      Comments about Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop:

      I am very happy with my new laptop and am even surprisingly used to the Windows 8 already. The laptop has a beautiful look and feel and runs very well. I got it for myself but my 6 year old daughter has also taken a liking to it. She loves the Windows 8 start menu ease of access for all of her websites. The battery life is particularly good as advertised.

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      15 Questions | 17 Answers
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      • Q:

        Does this laptop have a DVD drive? Why don't you specify yes or no in your descriptions?
        Asked on 4/13/2013 by Laptop Shopper

        1 answer

        • A:

          IT HAS A DVD DRIVE WITH SUPERMULTI INSIDE.

          Answered on 4/14/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        How many antennae does this device have?
        Asked on 4/2/2013 by wiseguys from Mars

        1 answer

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          The only Antenna I was able to locate on the Toshiba S855-S5378 Laptop is the Wi-Fi Antenna.

          Answered on 4/4/2013 by Bonnie B from Staples
      • Q:

        Would I be able to install an nVidia graphics card to replace the one already installed or integrated?
        Asked on 3/29/2013 by Mike

        1 answer

        • A:

          No, video cards in this laptop(and in most laptops) cannot be upgraded.

          Answered on 3/30/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        What is the MP of the HD Web Cam?
        Asked on 2/14/2013 by Dozerman5676

        1 answer

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          The webcam installed on the Toshiba S855-S5378 laptop is a 1.3 Megapixel webcam.

          Answered on 2/18/2013 by Kayla T. from Staples
      • Q:

        Which Windows 8 does this laptop come with?
        Asked on 2/10/2013 by Bee

        1 answer

        • A:

          This laptop comes with windows 8 Premium package.

          Answered on 2/10/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        what is the data transfer rate of the mother board
        Asked on 1/27/2013 by sonic from usa

        1 answer

        • A:

          The transfer rate for this machine is approximately 3.4 Gigahertz.

          Answered on 1/27/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        does this have 2 hard drive bays
        Asked on 1/27/2013 by sonic

        1 answer

        • A:

          No, the Toshiba S855-S5378 only has a single SATA hard drive bay.

          Answered on 1/27/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        Not a big Windows 8 fan... Is it possible to install Windows 7 on this computer?
        Asked on 1/24/2013 by Anonymous

        2 answers

        • A:

          yes

          Answered on 1/27/2013 by sonic from usa
        • A:

          It is possible to downgrade to Windows 7 from Windows 8.

          Answered on 1/24/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        I am going to be using the Adobe Creative Suite. Will this graphics card handle this type of work?
        Asked on 1/7/2013 by Anonymous

        1 answer

        • A:

          The graphics card on the Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop is suitable for handling Adobe Creative Suite applications.

          Answered on 1/7/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        Is the keyboard back-lit?
        Asked on 1/4/2013 by Anonymous

        2 answers

        • A:

          I bought one because I thought it did have a backlit screen according to this Q&A section. It does NOT.

          Answered on 2/25/2013 by Un Happy from Billings, MT
        • A:

          Yes, the Toshiba S855-S5378 15.6" Laptop does have a back-lit keyboard.

          Answered on 1/4/2013 by Community Answer from None
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