Desktop Replacement
HP Pavilion dv5
An extremely well built and comfortable machine, blessed with striking looks and a great price.
Jan 9, 2009 11:24 AM
Toshiba Satellite P300
Superb speakers, a whopping 640GB of storage and decent core components make this a solid choice
Dec 2, 2008 1:07 PM
Dell XPS M1730
Fantastic 3D performance makes the M1730 ideal for gamers – but only those with capacious wallets.
Dec 2, 2008 1:06 PM
HP Pavilion HDX9313TX
HP’s Dragon combines fantastic power, comprehensive features and an innovative 20in screen design.
Nov 20, 2008 11:55 AM
Sony VAIO VGN-AR49G
A Blu-ray drive is just about the only justification for the Sony’s high price; it’s poor value overall.
Oct 7, 2008 10:27 AM
HP Pavilion HDX9003TX
A great desktop replacement thanks to the huge screen and dual 200GB hard disks, but its price is too high.
Oct 7, 2008 10:07 AM
Dell XPS M1730
Awesome power and features at a Reasonable price – but keep it plugged in.
Oct 7, 2008 10:05 AM
Dell Inspiron 1720
Well built, fast and with a great screen, the Dell also has superb battery life.
Oct 7, 2008 10:03 AM
Acer Aspire 8920G
If it’s a Blu-ray equipped desktop replacement you’re after, the 8920G is a fine choice.
Sep 8, 2008 5:39 PM
Alienware m15x gaming laptop
It’s the most expensive laptop we’ve looked at yet. David Hollingworth ponders if you get the right amount of bang for your buck.
Jul 22, 2008 3:24 PM
FIRST LOOK EXCLUSIVE: ASUS M70
Blu-Ray notebooks are the next battleground, and the good news is they're slowly getting cheaper. ASUS is staking a claim with this monstrously powerful behemoth.
May 1, 2008 5:10 PM
Asus A7S
If you’re looking for a well-featured, great-value desktop replacement, the A7S fits the bill. Plenty of grunt, a 200GB drive and great features - Asus is looking better and better.
Apr 3, 2008 1:43 PM
HP Pavilion HDX9003TX
A great desktop replacement thanks to the huge screen and dual 200GB hard disks, but its price is too high.
Mar 28, 2008 4:16 PM
Toshiba Satellite P200
It lacks the frills of others here, but the Toshiba is ideal if you want a 17in screen at the lowest price.
Feb 18, 2008 1:40 PM
Sony VAIO VGN-AR49G
A Blu-ray drive is just about the only justification for the Sony’s high price; it’s poor value overall.
Feb 18, 2008 1:26 PM
Dell Inspiron 1720
Well built, fast and with a great screen, the Dell also has superb battery life.
Feb 18, 2008 1:04 PM
Acer Aspire 9813WKMi
A huge screen and an affordable price, but it doesn’t rival a desktop PC where power is concerned
Feb 18, 2008 12:54 PM