Overview

The Thinkpad T-series is regarded by most people as the flagship PC laptop. Renowned build quality, legendary keyboard, and top of the line specifications make for one incredible machine. The new Thinkpad T60 will not disappoint in those categories. A new roll cage design reinforces the T60, an updated keyboard, EVDO wireless, and Intel Core Duo technology make up the backbone of this high end machine.

Our test model came nicely loaded with a Core Duo T2500 (2.0GHz, 667MHz FSB, 2MB L2 Cache), 1GB DDR2 667 RAM, 100GB 5400RPM hard drive, dual layer DVDRW drive, ATI Mobility Radeon X1400 GPU, 15" SXGA+ FlexView screen, EVDO wireless, and many more goodies. Unfortunately these high end goodies come at quite a price, running $2599 at publication with a three year warranty. The high price tag is certainly justified though, with more features than a Swiss Army Knife and the build quality of a tank. Lenovo support is the same as when IBM ran the Think-brand, top notch U.S. based phone support with quality service whether it be mail-in or on-site. For businesses and business professionals, Thinkpads are an easy choice for a high quality, reliable computing solution. The average home user certainly has some more factors to consider, as the price tag is significantly higher than a comparably configured "consumer" machine from the likes of HP or Dell. However in the end, users seeking the unique plethora of features held by Thinkpads will not be disappointed with Lenovo's latest Thinkpad, the T60. Let's take a deeper look at it!

5" T60 on bottom, 14" T42 on top

Portability
One of the few 15' regular aspect ratio notebooks you'll find these days, compared to the 15.4' widescreen form factor, the Lenovo Thinkpad T60 combines portability and functionality. The 15' Thinkpad form factor isn't as petite as its 14' brethren, measuring 13.2' x 10.6' x 1.2-1.4', but most users won't mind trekking this unit around for the extra screen space. While 1.2-1.4' seems a lot in the days of super-sleek and thin notebooks, handle the T60 and for some reason it doesn't seem that thick. Maybe it's the sleek lines, maybe it's the carbon fiber reinforced chassis; who knows? Those looking for a notebook that will be used constantly on the go would be better off to check out the 14' T60 or even a 12' X60. While the 15' T60 is a good balance of size and portability, the 14' model is a bit lighter and more travel friendly thanks to its smaller size. As mentioned in our 14' T43 review, the 14' chassis just feels very light and balanced; almost like you are carrying a little spiral bound notebook.