The Asus U6V simply can’t compete with the new breed of Centrino 2 ultraportables

It’s gorgeous, but it can’t match Sony’s own Z-Series for sheer ultraportable excellence.

Superb speakers, a whopping 640GB of storage and decent core components make this a solid choice

Superb battery life and features, but poor build quality and an uncomfortable keyboard scupper the Lifebook

We're worried about the damn hot operating temperature, but otherwise we're blown away by this mini notebook.

If you've been fantasising about a slate PC that would look at home in Arthur Dent's satchel, read on.

A new way forward for ultraportables, combining an incredible low weight with unrivalled ergonomic excellence

Attractively small and aggressively priced, the Ultra Slim is an interesting proposition for businesses

Not a stylish machine, but it’s good value, well built and boasts surprisingly impressive battery life

Some interesting technology, married with superb performance – and a huge price tag.

Slim, good-looking and affordable – and you can even work outside in sunlight. Just note the niggles.

Beautifully designed with excellent battery life and generous features – but it’s expensive.

A great ultraportable, but stiff competition just keeps it from the A-List.

An incredibly light and practical notebook for frequent travellers, but not without its quirks.

Windows SideShow is a fascinating distraction, but even without the supplementary screen the W5fe is impressive.

A very well-built ultraportable that’s great value, but a bit too small.

Good value, but it needs to decide whether it’s a business or consumer notebook.

Looks and feels good, but performance is more super Aguri than Scuderia.

Speedy and adequately functional for light use, the UX27– though not perfect – is the best UMPC yet.

Incredible design and amazing battery life makes the G118 a tempting mobile option.