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CNET UK > Reviews > Computers > Laptops

Which 17-inch monster laptop?

So you want a 17-inch monster of a laptop and you're prepared to pay for the privilege. Which of the top giant-screened machines should you choose... Read more

11 May 2005 by Chris Stevens

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HP Envy Sleekbook hands-on

Luke gets his mitts on the AMD-powered HP Envy Sleekbook, which comes in 14 or 15.6-inch sizes. Read more

9 May 2012 by Luke Westaway

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Asus N50V preview hands-on

This desktop replacement laptop is a stunner, with a sleek chocolate body, an excellent keyboard and features such as Blu-ray and a nifty fingerprint scanner. There are definitely some drawbacks to its Matrix-like design, but even so, it's worth a serious look Read more

10 September 2008 by Rory Reid

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Gaming laptops

So you thought laptops were no good for gaming, did you? Well, if you get to grips with mobile graphics technology, that wait for the Nintendo Wii may not feel quite so long Read more

19 May 2006 by Rory Reid

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Sony Vaio SZ2VP preview hands-on

The Vaio SZ2VP is a laptop with dual graphics cards. 'Stamina' is a low performance mode that helps prolong battery life while running everyday tasks; the 'Speed' option is more potent, using an Nvidia GeForce 7400 graphics card that lets you enjoy 3D games and more demanding imaging tasks Read more

19 July 2006 by Rory Reid

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Samsung Ativ Smart PC Pro hands-on

The Samsung Ativ Smart PC Pro packs a Full HD screen, keyboard dock and some spicy specs to appeal to demanding professionals. Read more

29 August 2012 by Andrew Hoyle

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Best laptops for students

A good laptop is vital for university: it's your office, media hub and lifeline to friends. Andrew Hoyle has rounded up some great options. Read more

10 July 2012 by Andrew Hoyle

CNET UK > Reviews > Computers > Laptops

Best Windows 8 convertible laptops

Want to know which convertible Windows 8 device is right for you? Read our handy guide. Read more

29 November 2012 by Andrew Hoyle

CNET UK > Reviews > Computers > Laptops

Toshiba Satellite U840W hands-on

The Toshiba Satellite U840W has a screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio to play widescreen movies without black bars. Read more

6 June 2012 by Andrew Hoyle

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Dell Latitude E6420 hands-on

The 14-inch Dell Latitude E6420 may have a sturdy shell and decent battery, but its unappealing design isn't likely to impress your business contacts. Our sample's performance wasn't great either. Read more

16 September 2011 by Andrew Hoyle

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