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  • 6.0

    Dell Vostro 1220

    15 Oct 2009 11:33 AM

    At first glance, the Vostro 1220 looks like an ultraportable notebook that was born from Dell's consumer range. But instead Dell has created its own little niche, targeting the more fashion-conscious business user on a budget.

    Specs: 250 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.1 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 , 12.1 inch

  • 8.2

    Lenovo ThinkPad X200

    13 Oct 2009 9:53 AM

    It lacks some basic features you may require — touch pad, optical drive — but the 12.1-inch ThinkPad X200 offers strong performance and the longest battery life we've seen.

    Specs: 160 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.4 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD , 12.1 inch

  • 8.5 8

    Asus Lamborghini VX5

    08 Oct 2009 4:03 PM

    Asus' Lamborghini VX5 is a luxury laptop, with a luxury price to match — thankfully justified by the quality of the laptop and package. If you've got a wad of cash burning in your pocket, and don't mind a little luxury, the VX5 might be for you.

    Specs: 500 GB, 4GB , Intel Core 2 Quad , 2.0 GHz, GeForce GT130M , 16.1 inch

  • 8.8

    Samsung N110

    28 Sep 2009 5:02 PM

    An easy-to-use netbook with a long battery life, but there are cheaper options.

    Specs: 160 GB, 1GB , Intel Atom , 1.6 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 945GSE , 10.1 inch

  • 7.9

    Dell Mini 10v

    25 Sep 2009 2:52 PM

    Dell's Mini 10v keeps a lot of the features of the more expensive Mini 10, while dropping the price to AU$549. It's one of only a handful of AU$600 netbooks that doesn't look and feel especially cheap.

    Specs: 160 GB, 1GB , Intel Atom , 1.6 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 945GSE , 10.1 inch

  • Asus M60J

    25 Sep 2009 2:42 PM

    Core i7 is here in mobile form. Some vendors will be attempting to rush these laptops out as close to the Windows 7 launch as possible. Keep an eye out — looks like the season to upgrade is well and truly upon us.

    Specs: 500 GB, 4GB , Intel Core i7 , 1.73 GHz, GeForce GT240M , 16 inch

  • 8.5

    MSI Wind12 U200

    18 Sep 2009 5:13 PM

    The MSI Wind12 U200 sits in that comfortable space between netbook and laptop — if you have modest needs, but still want a decent screen size and a bit more power than Intel's Atom offers, the U200 might be the laptop you're looking for.

    Specs: 160 GB, 2GB , Intel Celeron , 1.2 GHz, 12.1 inch

  • 7.2

    Acer Aspire One D250

    02 Sep 2009 5:17 PM

    For the price, it's hard to find fault with Acer's even cheaper version of the 10.1-inch Aspire One, as long as you're not expecting top-of-the-line features.

    Specs: 160 GB, 2GB , Intel Atom , 6.5 hours, 1.68 GHz, 10.1 inch

  • 10

    Nokia 3G Booklet

    25 Aug 2009 11:31 AM

    After years of calling its phones "multimedia computers", Nokia finally launches a real one.

    Specs: Intel Atom , 12 hours, 10 inch

  • 8.5

    Dell Inspiron 15

    18 Aug 2009 12:24 PM

    The Dell Inspiron 15 is likely the best bang for buck you'll get for AU$1000, from its battery life to its upgrade options. We do miss the numpad, but the rest is perfect for the budget-conscious user.

    Specs: 320 GB, 3GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.1 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD , 15.6 inch

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