Customer reviews of the LDLC SPC-I SPC-I3-8-240

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• by Loceka

  Posted on 16 Dec 2024

  Bought on 17 Jul 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 2 Average rating: 8
  Super portable

  Superbly thought-out little laptop:
  - it boots extremely quickly, even on battery power (faster than other, much more powerful laptops)
  - all the hardware is well recognised and managed by Linux
  - the battery holds up surprisingly well: after more than a year of use, I can still use the PC for around 8 hours on battery power alone
  - despite the limited RAM, Windows 10 in VirtualBox runs without a hitch
  - the touchpad doesn't interfere with typing
  - on the touchpad, the middle click is quite 'wide' and feels different to the left/right click (I have another laptop where this isn't the case and I have a lot of trouble using the middle click)
  - the whole thing feels quite solid, yet is still very light
  - it comes pre-installed with Linux, which is quite rare and appreciated
  
  Of course, there are a few negative points, such as the fact that several keys are missing from the keyboard (even though the size of the keyboard allows for this): the entire right-hand bar of the numeric keypad is missing ("-", "+", "Enter"), as well as a few keys that seem essential to me: "Start", "End", "Page Up", "Page Down", etc.
  Soldered RAM is a theoretical problem for the laptop's lifespan, even if there's absolutely no need for it at the moment.
  
  On the other hand, I'm surprised to see that it's no longer available for sale and that there's no replacement, whether it's Windows or Linux, it really was excellent value for money.

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• by ArnaudV

  Posted on 3 Sep 2024

  Bought on 5 Aug 2024 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  A simple but functional laptop at a very reasonable price.

  As I don't need a sophisticated computer, the LDLC SPC-I3-8-240 laptop solution suits me very well.
  There was no delay in delivery. The reception at the collection point was simple with the order reference.
  The computer starts up well. It opens recent standard files.
  I'll see if it proves adequate over time for what I want to use it for.

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• by Serge

  Posted on 9 Aug 2024

  Bought on 16 Oct 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 4 Average rating: 9
  Excellent machine for this price

  Really very good, with just one comment: the installation is not done with a separate /home, which is preferable for later re-installation.
  I had to tinker to correct this minor fault before putting the machine into service.
  Please note! Beware of Mint's Timeshift automatic backup system, which is known to saturate disks quickly. If you use it, remember to limit the number of backups.

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• by AloisL

  Posted on 8 Aug 2024

  Bought on 1 Jul 2024 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  Very good for the media

  I mainly use it for media (series, films and videos) and a bit of office work, and the PC is very good for these uses.
  Coming from Windows, no problem adapting to Mint (except for the night-light, where it took me 3 days to find a programme that suited me).

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• by JeanC

  Posted on 16 Jul 2024

  Bought on 17 Jun 2024 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  great

  Well received, immediately functional, and it was a pleasure to configure on the PC my printer hp smart 2723e, it took me less than 2 minutes, printed and scanned and connected in wifi, it was done alone, it's the first time it happens to me. Bravo et merci .

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• by MarleneN

  Posted on 27 Apr 2024

  Bought on 29 Mar 2024 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  Good gear!

  I3 for speed, Linux mint for lightness and the "free" spirit, it's my first computer where I don't have to format to reinstall or risk making a few mistakes... as a result, a computer with rather nice value for money.
  Thanks to LDLC!

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• by Bernard

  Posted on 4 Jan 2024

  Bought on 4 Dec 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  good value for money

  I'm very pleased with my purchase, the packaging was neat, delivery was very fast, the PC is very easy to install, it's fast and works very well overall. I only have the occasional problem with the on/off button.
  Mint takes a bit of getting used to, but you'll soon get the hang of it.

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• by ChristianS

  Posted on 2 Jan 2024

  Bought on 29 Nov 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  SPC I3-8-240 computer

  First order and experience with LDLC. Delivery on time, material correctly packed. Corresponds exactly to the product description. Start-up was trouble-free and met my expectations perfectly. Reliability to see in use. I recommend it for now.

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• by EtienneL

  Posted on 11 Dec 2023

  Bought on 29 Nov 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 3 Average rating: 10
  Very good value for money

  Received on time. Superbly packaged computer. Excellent value for money! Very nice finish with an impression of absolute solidity. Very fast computer with Linux Mint 21. Impeccable screen quality, finish and keyboard. Easy to dismantle to fit an additional M2 Sata hard drive. The inside of the computer is very well assembled (compared to some brand-name computers) and all the components are easily accessible. The only downside is the quality of the speakers. A purchase to recommend without hesitation!

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• by EmilieD

  Posted on 12 Nov 2023

  Bought on 10 Oct 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 8
  Details that spoil the fun

  Positive points: Order received very quickly, completely compliant and correctly packaged.
  On the product: beautiful object, very quick start-up. I'm very happy to have switched to Linux Mint. Adapted to this new OS without a hitch, ergonomic. The matt IPS panel is comfortable to use.
  
  Two slightly more negative points: the transformer for the mains connection is huge, and makes transporting the 'laptop' much less easy. And the cable is very short, so you also have to carry an extension lead!
  The USB ports are very 'tight', so you have to strain to insert a cable or a key, and even more to unplug it. I'm afraid it won't last very long.

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• by JeanlouisB

  Posted on 4 Oct 2023

  Bought on 1 Sep 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  Parcel well received

  I was able to track the order day by day. The parcel was well packaged, but I had to look for the instructions for use which were pouen evidence on the box. Too much haste perhaps.

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• by StephaneC

  Posted on 30 Sep 2023

  Bought on 31 Aug 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 8
  Good PC

  Does basic tasks very well, internet, office automation but also retouching, photo conversion, RawTherapee is top!
  No video games.
  It's Linux, so for the uninitiated, you'll need to adapt, but the office software, such as Open Office, is very similar to the Windows suites and is also very advanced.
  PC up and running in less than 20 seconds, thanks to the SSD!
  Fortunately, I kept my old PC, the hinges of which had already given up the ghost with Mint, for this use alone.
  The quality and appearance of the plastics are a bit cheap.
  
  In short, for the price, this PC is almost unbeatable, for anyone willing to take a leap into the Linux world.
  In short, it doesn't look like much but it does the job very well!
  
  NB: I'm well into my fifties, and switched to Linux after 2 PCs crashed during Windows upgrades. I've had no knowledge of computers for about ten years, Ubuntu then Mint.

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• by AlexandreM

  Posted on 20 Sep 2023

  Bought on 19 Aug 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  Excellent

  Unquestionable value for money.
  This is the second time I've put my trust in LDLC and I'm 100% satisfied!

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• by ZideY

  Posted on 28 Aug 2023

  Bought on 16 Aug 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  Very satisfied

  I received this computer a week ago. It's excellent value for money. The computer is perfectly suited to its intended use! I would have preferred a 14-inch format, which would have been more practical for studying, but perhaps that's asking too much...

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• by Sam

  Posted on 12 Jul 2023

  Bought on 12 Jul 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  Excellent value for money.

  Bought in the shop in Saint-Martin d'Hères, not disappointed at all! I'll add a fifth star for the service and availability in the shop. :)
  
  I bought the computer without an OS and installed a Win11 Home edition without too many problems.
  Be careful though, Win doesn't natively support the touchpad, so you'll have to go through the installation stages using the keyboard or plugging in a USB mouse.
  And remember to press Delete when booting the PC to access the BIOS (I wasted a bit of time trying all the keys between F2 and F12 ^^).
  
  Once the OS is installed, you can fill in the missing drivers, bearing in mind that it's basically an Intel chipset and using the hardware coding for the components, via the device manager or the Intel Drivers wizard. This takes a little longer than under Linux, of course, but the PC itself remains Windows 10-11 compatible.

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• by YvesB

  Posted on 12 Jun 2023

  Bought on 26 May 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 2 Average rating: 10
  simply brilliant

  I'm really pleased with this laptop, it's great for everyday work, office, internet etc....
  Linux Mint and the I3 make this machine pleasant to use, very good autonomy (several hours in normal use).
  I recommend this pleasant and fast PC.

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• by Jose M

  Posted on 14 Apr 2023

  Bought on 17 Mar 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  Product and services as requested

  Product conforms to demand... The services: delivery and after-sales assistance (welcome, quality of service and reactivity) are impeccable.

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• by CorinneA

  Posted on 31 Mar 2023

  Bought on 26 Feb 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  computer under linux pleasant fast and functional ..to advise

  I bought this computer because I've been using Linux for a few years and wanted to stay there, my old HP having given up the ghost.
  Thanks to the advice of the EAI association and especially of its "king" in computing C.Chanel, very competent, knowledgeable and helpful, writing very good newsletters in this EAI association, I bought this PC.
  I am not disappointed at all
  fast, functional..good service....

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• by ClaudeN

  Posted on 16 Mar 2023

  Bought on 14 Mar 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 8 Average rating: 9
  Excellent machine

  Received in 24 hours. Couldn't be better! Unpretentious little machine that works perfectly. I only replaced, for personal taste, the pre-installed Linux Mint with a Cinamon desktop by a Linux Debian 11 Bullseye with a gnome desktop, and I took the opportunity to create two partitions, / and /home. The screen is excellent, the keyboard is a little bit bad because the letters are not very visible when there are reflections, but it's not a problem. This machine is for me a secondary machine, dedicated to office automation, internet browsing and email. Perfect for this purpose.

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• by OlivierL

  Posted on 15 Mar 2023

  Bought on 5 Feb 2023 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 2 Average rating: 9
  Good entry-level laptop

  For simple use (office, internet, development) and on the move, it does the trick.
  The very appreciable plus, which was in my criteria of choice, is the charge via the USB C port which allows to use a universal charger, to wonder the interest of the native charger.
  The price/performance ratio seems to me to be very good for the moment, I recommend this machine under Mint, I think that the performances under Windows are likely to drop.

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• by Dominique

  Posted on 29 Jan 2023

  Bought on 21 Dec 2022 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  An ideal laptop for office use

  Fast, good screen quality, nice keyboard, maybe lacks a bit of autonomy. The objective of this PC is to get...

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• by Daniel C

  Posted on 29 Nov 2022

  Bought on 8 Nov 2022 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  very good

  I bought it on 8/11 and took some time before giving an opinion. The device is fast (-15s to open the session, connection time included) the screen is good quality and the speed of the SSD is remarkable. I added a 256GB memory card and set the system to read/writ personal files on the SD card. The performance is good and the keyboard quality is good. I've been using it for a while now and it's a great piece of equipment. I highly recommend

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• by BernardP

  Posted on 24 Nov 2022

  Bought on 23 Oct 2022 from LDLC

  Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10
  I am very pleased with this PC, it suits my needs very well.

  This PC is fast, light, the keyboard is good, flexible. The screen is excellent and you can watch it from different angles, the field remains homogeneous, you can keep it with several people. The intensity of the lighting is well adjustable. The battery lasts 3 hours or more, up to 5 hours perhaps.
  A regret, it is not possible to switch off the screen. But the tempo does it, in offset, of course.
  For delivery, the announcement of delivery before 10am is illusory. The delivery man noted 9.20 am on his tablets, whereas he passed by at 11.30 am. Too bad for him and for his bonus, because I called as soon as I received the information by email. It was impossible for him to come to my house before.
  LDLC reimbursed me for the shipping costs.
  Excellent sales service! Thank you!!!
  I recommend.

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