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.
1. HP Pavilion dv9000t
Bottom Line: The dv9000t is a powerful notebook capable of handling any type of work comfortably.
PC World Rating: 85 (Very Good)
- CPU: 2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7200
- Display Size (inches): 17
- Wide Screen: Yes
- Total HD Size (GB): 200
- Min. Weight (lbs.): 8
- Price When Reviewed: $2530
2. Toshiba QosmioG35-AV660
Bottom Line: The Qosmio can’t be beat for the ultimate notebook multimedia experience. It’s big and heavy, but includes tons of extras.
PC World Rating: 82 (Very Good)
- CPU: 2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7200
- Display Size (inches): 17
- Wide Screen: Yes
- Total HD Size (GB): 240
- Min. Weight (lbs.): 10.3
- Price When Reviewed: $3500
3. Alienware area 51m 5750
Bottom Line: The 5750 is a fast gamer with superb sound. It lacks a TV tuner option, however, as do many comparable systems.
PC World Rating: 82 (Very Good)
- CPU: 2.33-GHz Core 2 Duo T7600
- Display Size (inches): 17
- Wide Screen: Yes
- Total HD Size (GB): 200
- Min. Weight (lbs.): 8.8
- Price When Reviewed: $3269
4. Gateway M685-e
Bottom Line: This big small-office/home-office notebook isn’t flashy, but does include a nice high-resolution screen.
PC World Rating: 82 (Very Good)
- CPU: 2.16-GHz Core 2 Duo T7400
- Display Size (inches): 17
- Wide Screen: Yes
- Total HD Size (GB): 100
- Min. Weight (lbs.): 8.3
- Price When Reviewed: $2044
5. Hp Compaq nx9420
Bottom Line: This mobile workstation offers top performance and better-than-average battery life.
PC World Rating: 81 (Very Good)
- CPU: 2.16-GHz Core Duo T2600
- Display Size (inches): 17
- Wide Screen: Yes
- Total HD Size (GB): 80
- Min. Weight (lbs.): 7.4
- Price When Reviewed: $1899
