Toshiba Computer Systems Division recently unveiled the Qosmio X500, an advanced gaming laptop. Targeted at gaming enthusiasts, it offers high-performance processing power combined with latest graphics capabilities for exceptional gaming experience, all wrapped up in a fashionable red and black design.

With its large 18.4’-inch (46,7 cm) screen size, a Blu-Ray drive, and Toshiba’s video upscaling application Resolution+ the new Qosmio X500 also provides for an astounding multimedia performance.
The Qosmio X500 is currently available across Southern Africa.
"The Qosmio X500 provides for a rich set of state-of-the-art technologies and offers access to the full spectrum of today’s gaming experiences”, says Jorge Da Silva, Country Manager South Africa, Toshiba Computer Systems Division. “The new gaming laptop is prepared to meet future challenges in the rapidly evolving gaming market like 3D effects, HD content, fast moving scenes and cuts, and new types of interactive, online deliveries and gaming platforms.”
According to a July 2009 Forrester research report titled “The Re-Emergence Of The PC As A Proper Gaming Platform” “consumers are becoming increasingly mobile, and many are almost continuously connected to the Internet. Along with the move toward downloadable content, this trend will allow the PC to play an increasingly important role in the video gaming market.”
The new Qosmio boasts high performance, powered by Intel’s latest quad core processors and its brilliant Nvidia graphics. It delivers a realistic gameplay experience with intense 3D visuals, vibrant environments and dynamic character effects. The large 18.4'' TruBrite Full HD LCD screen with 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 pixels provides for bright, pin-sharp picture quality and keeps track of even the fastest action scenes.
The Qosmio X500 supports a 64 GB SSD (solid state drive) as a high-speed alternative to traditional HDDs (hard disk drives). This offers fast boot and speedy performance to enjoy reduced data loading time for accelerated game performance. Last but not least the Harman Kardon stereo speakers provide for a rich and thrilling audio experience.
Each aspect of the Qosmio X500 is designed with usability in mind. The Touch Pad with Multi-Touch Control provides an alternative to conventional scrolling. For quick and convenient logon the Qosmio X500 comes with a finger print reader and provides for Face Recognition which uses a picture captured by the embedded HD web cam. The Toshiba ConfigFree utility facilitates wireless network configuration and online access via the embedded WLAN interface or via Bluetooth; and eight red-coloured feather touch buttons offer instant access to frequently used multimedia features such as volume control, fast forward, play, and stop.
The Qosmio X500 offers up to 8 GB DDR3 (1066 MHz) memory and supports up to two hard disk drives with a total capacity of up to 1TB. Peripheral devices connect via three USB 2.0 ports or via a eSATA/USB combo port supporting USB Sleep-and-Charge to charge mobile devices even if the laptop is switched off. Toshiba’s REGZA-Link HDMI-CEC (High Definition Multimedia Interface – Consumer Electronics Control) connects high-definition video and audio devices which can all be controlled through one single remote control. Finally a 5-in-1 Bridge Media port and FireWire complete the connectivity features of the Qosmio X500.
As a responsible global corporate citizen, Toshiba ensures that all laptops are RoHS-compliant, effectively reducing the environmental impact by restricting the use of lead, mercury and certain other hazardous substances. Additionally, the Toshiba Eco Utility, accessible via a dedicated button, helps to reduce power consumption. It displays current power consumption and the power savings achieved by activating Eco Mode in Watts or translated into CO2 emissions.