Best Notebooks - 5 to 7 lb. Weight, 1000 to 2096 MB Installed RAM, 15 to 15.5 in. Display Size, Mid-Size Laptop Laptop Type, 4 to 6 Hours Battery Run Time
'the typically excellent ThinkPad build quality makes this a system that will have a long lifespan'
'The sombre black chassis is one of the sturdiest you can buy, and perfect for the rigours of frequent travel use'
'It's still pricey when configured for power users, but the typical excellent ThinkPad build quality makes this a system that should enjoy a long lifespan'
'The build quality is excellent and working with the system (for example, swapping the hard drive) was a breeze'
'The HP Pavilion dv6700t is an impressive notebook'
'or music and video use, a 15-inch offers a more immersive experience, and this particular system stands out for that purpose thanks to eye-catching design and media-friendly features.'
'incorporates Intel's newest 45nm Penryn mobile processor technology'
'The midsize Fujitsu LifeBook E8410 is by no means flashy, but the laptop has a lot to offer business users, starting with a thorough feature set that includes nearly every port and connection a business user could need, plus serious data security that includes a smart card reader and a Trusted Platform Module .'
'The system packs in all the essentials needed to keep mobile professionals productive in the office and (occasionally) on the go: a fast Intel Core 2 Duo processor, excellent Wi-Fi throughput, security features, a shock-mounted 100GB hard drive, and discrete Nvidia graphics.'
'good balance between power and battery life'
'This unit is powerful enough for the desktop yet light enough to travel well'
'Measuring 14.4 inches wide, 10.6 inches deep, and 1.5 inches high, the Sony VAIO N170G/T sits firmly in the mainstream category of laptops: big enough to work on comfortably for long stretches but small enough for occasional commutes.'
'its spacious, midsize build makes extended periods of use comfortable.'