Best Notebooks - Dual Layer DVD+/-RW CD / DVD Type, PC Platform, 1.7 to * GHz Processor Speed, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD Graphic Processor, 3000 to * MB Installed RAM, 14 to * in. Display Size
'Ports and Features Port selection is very good even with no ports or slots added to the front or rear edge of the notebook.'
'Today’s mobile generation wants notebooks that are as unique and stylish as possible.'
'The keypad of this notebook is so soft and comfortable that it gives a great pleasure while type on which also delivers a soothing glowing dark white light when it is in use.'
'The keyboard is comfortable to type on and we like its glowing white backlight when in use.'
'Peak volume levels were enough to fill a small room, but if you plan on sharing a movie inside a dorm room, it might be wise to connect the laptop to a set of external surround speakers.'
'An HDMI port makes it simple to transfer high-quality audio and video to an HDTV, giving the laptop a second function as a Blu-ray movie player.'
'The Media Card Reader on this laptop makes it easy to transfer files from a digital camera, video camcorder, MP3 player or smart phone using SD cards, Memory Sticks and more.'
'the picture looked crisp and vibrant head on, but as soon as we dipped the lid forward the screen appeared washed out; when we tried watching from the side (as if we were part of a group crowded around the screen), the contrast was too low.'
'The Compaq CQ62 uses a 6-cell (47Whr) and ran for 3 hours 34 minutes on our MobileMark 2007 battery-drain test, putting it right in range with laptops that use mainstream Intel or AMD processors.'
'The guys at HP-Compaq Presario have done a very good job of sprucing up the Compaq CQ62's look and feel, .'
'Bottom Line: If you can accept a couple of missing features and a squeaky keyboard, the entry-level Compaq Presario CQ62-225nr may win you over with its pleasing design, quiet operation, respectable performance, and decent battery life. '
'Its compact size and enhanced battery life makes it perfect for frequent business travellers, who need to carry and work on their laptops even while travelling.'