Toshiba Qosmio X505 gets Core i5'd

As if it wasn't enough to unleash seven new mainstream laptops, Toshiba's updating its 18.4-inch Qosmio X505 desktop replacement with new Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors. The chassis is unchanged and continues to be a beast of a laptop with Harmon Kardon speakers and a wide 1920 x 1080-resolution display. The rest is all based on what configurtion you choose, but its safe to assume the starting at $1,199.99 model will have the lower end Intel Core i5-430M processor and a 320GB hard drive option. From there on up it will have options for NVIDIA GTS 360M graphics, an 64GB SSD and up to 6GB of RAM. Basically, the Qosmio just continues to be one mother of a rig. Hit the break for full specs.

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Qosmio X505

The Qosmio X505 laptop delivers elite performance in a portable package – and a price tag that's much more budget-friendly than other "pro-class" laptops. Equipped with a powerful blend of high-performance technologies, including multi-core Intel® Core™ processors and enthusiast-class NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics, the Qosmio X505 delivers the processing power you need to power through demanding tasks, like 3D gaming, media creation and HD video encoding. An entertainment powerhouse, the Qosmio X505 laptops also feature massive hi-speed hard drives, ultrafast memory, premium sound components, plus Blu-ray® disc or DVD drive options.

Uncompromising mobile performance
- Intel® Core™ processors with Turbo Boost technology
- Intel Core i7-720QM
- Intel Core i5-430M
- NVIDIA® GeForce® GTS 360M with 1GB DDR5 discrete graphics memory
- Dual and single hard drive configurations available
- 320GB 7200RPM hard drive
- 64GB Solid State + 320GB 7200RPM hard drives
- 4 - 6GB DDR3 memory (max 8GB) memory configurations available

Premium A/V features and components
- 18.4" HD TruBrite® widescreen display delivers excellent color clarity, a cinematic 16:9 aspect ratio, and native screen resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 (on select models)
- Two harman/kardon® speakers
- Dolby® Home Theater® surround sound audio
- HDMI-CEC output
- Blu-ray Disc® player (available on select models)
- LED Backlit keyboard (available on select models)
- Topped with Fusion™ Finish in Omega Black

Unique features and Toshiba quality
- Resolution+™ super resolution technology – a Toshiba upconversion technology that makes standard definition DVD content feel more like HD
- USB Sleep and Charge technology
- TOSHIBA Bulletin Board™, ReelTime™ and Media Controller™ apps

Pricing: $1,199.99 – $1,899.99 MSRP

*Additional configurations available via retail and Toshibadirect.com