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Top 10 Power Laptops

These laptops are on the heavy side, but they're ideal replacements for desktop PCs. Ratings and rankings can change due to pricing and technology changes so check back frequently for the latest info.

Edited by Carla Thornton

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PCW Rating: 85.4PCW Rating: 85.4PCW Rating: 85.4

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

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1. Micro Express IFL9025

CPU: 2.5-GHz Core 2 Duo T9300, Display Size (inches): 15.4, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 200, Min. Weight (lbs.): 6.6,

Bottom Line: Equipped with a new Intel Penryn processor, this laptop offers top mobile speed and better-than-decent features a low price.

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Price When Reviewed: $1199 Check Latest Prices

PCW Rating: 80.7PCW Rating: 80.7PCW Rating: 80.7

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

2. Lenovo ThinkPad T61p

CPU: 2.4-GHz Core 2 Duo T7700, Display Size (inches): 15.4, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 100, Min. Weight (lbs.): 6.5,

Bottom Line: This early Energy Star 4.0 desktop replacement combines top performance with energy efficiency.

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Price When Reviewed: $2238 Check Latest Prices
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PCW Rating: 80.5PCW Rating: 80.5PCW Rating: 80.5

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

3. Acer Aspire 5920G

CPU: 2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7300, Display Size (inches): 15.4, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 200, Min. Weight (lbs.): 7,

Bottom Line: Sophisticated-looking multimedia unit has oodles of custom keyboard buttons and one-touch sound settings.

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Price When Reviewed: $1999 Check Latest Prices

PCW Rating: 80.3PCW Rating: 80.3PCW Rating: 80.3

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

4. HP Pavilion HDX

CPU: 2.4-GHz Core 2 Duo T7700, Display Size (inches): 20.1, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 240, Min. Weight (lbs.): 15.5,

Bottom Line: Stylish, high-end desktop replacement is huge and heavy, but its fast performance makes it a great gaming machine.

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Price When Reviewed: $3245 Check Latest Prices

PCW Rating: 80.1PCW Rating: 80.1PCW Rating: 80.1

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

5. Dell Inspiron 1720

CPU: 2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7300, Display Size (inches): 17, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 160, Min. Weight (lbs.): 8.7,

Bottom Line: Perfect for gadget lovers, this splashily designed unit offers excellent entertainment options and rich-sounding speakers.

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Price When Reviewed: $2184 Check Latest Prices

PCW Rating: 79.8PCW Rating: 79.8PCW Rating: 79.8

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

6. Apple MacBook Pro

CPU: 2.4-GHz Core 2 Duo T7700, Display Size (inches): 17, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 160, Min. Weight (lbs.): 6.6,

Bottom Line: Lightweight 17-incher does Mac or Windows OSes and comes loaded with useful multimedia and creative software.

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Price When Reviewed: $2949 Check Latest Prices

PCW Rating: 79.7PCW Rating: 79.7PCW Rating: 79.7

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

7. Fujitsu LifeBook A6110

CPU: 2.2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7500, Display Size (inches): 15.4, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 200, Min. Weight (lbs.): 6.5,

Bottom Line: Brisk speed, a great screen, and a dual-mode touchpad highlight this nicely priced desktop replacement.

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PCW Rating: 79.4PCW Rating: 79.4PCW Rating: 79.4

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

8. HP Pavilion dv9500t

CPU: 2.2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7500, Display Size (inches): 17, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 400, Min. Weight (lbs.): 8.5,

Bottom Line: Equipped with a stylish 17-inch screen and an HD DVD drive, this is a terrific multimedia notebook.

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PCW Rating: 79.0PCW Rating: 79.0PCW Rating: 79.0

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

9. Fujitsu LifeBook N6460

CPU: 2.2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7500, Display Size (inches): 17, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 500, Min. Weight (lbs.): 10.2,

Bottom Line: This graphics-friendly unit has a brighter-than-bright screen and two-hard-drive design perfect for easy backups.

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PCW Rating: 79.0PCW Rating: 79.0PCW Rating: 79.0

Last Rated: January 03, 2008

10. Fujitsu LifeBook E8410

CPU: 2.2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7500, Display Size (inches): 15.4, Wide Screen: Yes, Total HD Size (GB): 100, Min. Weight (lbs.): 5.7,

Bottom Line: This is a sophisticated looking unit powerful enough for the desktop yet light enough to travel well.

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