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BenQ Joybook S41
14 reviews
Jun, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews of BenQ Joybook S41. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the keyboard and portability. The design and price also get good feedback. Many are negative about the battery and usability, and there are some mixed views about the size and energy efficiency.
performance, price, design, portability, keyboard
usability, battery
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the BenQ Joybook S41 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 80/100 = Very good quality.
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Expert review by : Jesse Sutton (goodgearguide.com.au)
BenQ Joybook S41 V18
Alongside the [[prodid:4034]], BenQ's new Joybook S41 (V18) is a pleasant improvement over the previous generation of BenQ notebooks. The new design i...
HDMI, Performance, SRS
No S-Video, Lacking media features to compliment the HDMI port
We like the steps BenQ has taken with its new range, including the HDMI port and a solid component base. We do feel that more could have been added to enhance the media aspect of this powerful machine, but otherwise it's a pleasure to use.
Sep, 2007
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Expert review by : Darius Chang (cnet.com.au)
BenQ Joybook S41
As possibly the only 14.1-inch machine to hold the powerful Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS graphics card, the JoyBook S41 offers fantastic performance for a portable unit. If only it had dedicated multimedia buttons and better internal speakers.
Integrated Webcam ; Powerful graphics performance ; Inexpensive
No multimedia buttons ; Underpowered speakers
Service and Support The JoyBook comes with a two-year local warranty, which includes metropolitan on-site pick up and return within 50km of service agents Australia wide. At BenQ's support Web site, laptop owners can download the latest drivers and...
Jul, 2007
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Expert review by : ZDNet (zdnet.com)
BenQ Joybook S41
As possibly the only 14.1-inch machine to hold the powerful Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS graphics card, the JoyBook S41 offers fantastic performance for a portable unit. If only it had dedicated multimedia buttons and better internal speakers.
Integrated Webcam, Powerful graphics performance, Inexpensive
No multimedia buttons, Underpowered speakers
Jul, 2007
Expert review by : Hardware Zone (hardwarezone.com)
BenQ Joybook S41 (Intel Santa Rosa)
When it comes to BenQ notebooks, our impression is that of affordable and competent workhorse systems, rather than glamour. The company's new Santa Rosa based notebook, the Joybook S41 tries to be different with its unique pop art inspired design on...
Oct, 2007
Expert review by : David Richards (smarthouse.com.au)
BenQ Joybook S41
In today's environment of common notebook components, similar design and open systems, It's difficult to get excited about a notebook. That was until we saw the new BenQ S41 Notebook which quite simply is among the best in the world today.
At a mere $1900 this notebook is pure pedigree, from the design and functionality to the sheer quality of the components. And don't be frightened by the manufacturer, chances are that if you have a Dell or HP notebook, BenQ or one of its subsidiaries...
All this beast needs is another 1GB of RAM on top of the 1GB it comes with and maybe a tie on the power cord so that they wrap up nice and tidy when stuffing into a small bag
Simply among the best we've seen to date. Page: 1 2 3 [4]
Sep, 2007
Expert review by : Vincent Chang (hardwarezone.com)
BenQ Joybook S41 - HardwareZone.com
BenQ's latest Joybook, the S41 leads the company's charge of notebooks refreshed with the Santa Rosa platform. Aided by NVIDIA's DirectX 10 compatible GeForce 8600M GS graphics chipset, this notebook could be one of the bargains of the year.
Jul, 2007
Expert review by : Darius Chang (zdnet.com.au)
BenQ Joybook S41
Integrated Webcam, Powerful graphics performance, Inexpensive
No multimedia buttons, Underpowered speakers
As possibly the only 14.1-inch machine to hold the powerful Nvidia GeForce 8600M GS graphics card, the JoyBook S41 offers fantastic performance for a portable unit. If only it had dedicated multimedia buttons and better internal speakers.
Jul, 2007
Consumer review (cnet.com.au)
BenQ Joybook S41
I think, this laptop need more fan for nVidia 8600, because the temperature reach 85*C when playing game
cheap and strong, stylish
more hot
Apr, 2009
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)
BenQ Joybook S41
it's absolute laptop i ever had. i bought last month and very satisfied with it.
good at gaming ; nice keyboard ; sound very nice
i think it doesn't have cons ; hehe
Aug, 2008
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Consumer review (cnet.com.au)
BenQ Joybook S41
Excellent notebook for the price; Have been using mine for a year now. Can play most games at decent quality and fps. battlefield 2 on high runs fine, stalker fine.
Fast, very fast ; Good graphics performance for a laptop ; Small only 2kg ; good screen brightness ; Love the design, many people say they like the look of it
loud, fan runs max most of time. Don't notice when playing games but if typing etc you notice it ; DVD drive can be sensitive; many people have no issue; I have, will be calling in the 2 year warranty so shouldn't be an issue
Aug, 2008
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