Lenovo T61

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With its mid-level processor and basic-level graphics card, the T61 suffered in the performance stakes. What’s worse, it shipped with only 1 GB of system memory and only 100 GB of space. In an era where Acer is offering entry-level laptops with 160 GB space and 2 GB RAM, these specifications are simply unacceptable.

This was reflected in the PCMark score (3875) and the 3Dmark06 score (725). In the battery life tests too, the laptop proved average. On a full charge with medium level of work, it achieved 3 hrs 04 minutes of usage before dying. On a full all-out intensive run, we barely squeaked to 2 hours before the battery packed up.

In our Wi-Fi test, the laptop was surprisingly very strong. It was able to achieve good speeds of around 23 Mb/s. It was also able to hold a signal a lot better than most laptops at the maximum possible distance that we set. At this point most laptops start downshifting to lower speeds or simply lose connectivity. The T61 was able to easily hold a signal and file transfer speed was constant.

The T61 is a mixed bag. On the one hand it offers a strong, reinforced body and good Wi-Fi performance. On the other it suffers from slightly underpowered specifications, a lousy trackpad, and an average screen and battery. Prices for the Lenovo T61 start at Rs 86,000.

If you're looking for a reliable and sturdy laptop that will last for years, look no further. The T61 will steadily march on long after most of today’s laptops take up residence in a junkyard. It does suffer from some issues, but with some judicial upgrades (such as a faster processor and 2 GB of RAM), it will stand you in good stead.