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Samsung RV720 review

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Samsung RV720 review

The Samsung RV720 boasts enough power to handle your everyday office tasks and the large screen makes it ideal for enjoying films on a modest budget. Read more

£470

14 December 2011 by Andrew Hoyle

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Samsung RV510  review

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Samsung RV510 review

The 15.6-inch Samsung RV510 certainly has its good points, including an excellent keyboard and vibrant screen, but its sluggish processor means it's outclassed by similarly priced rivals. Read more

£475

18 November 2010 by Niall Magennis

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Samsung R60 review

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Samsung R60 review

The Samsung R60 is an excellent all-round desktop replacement and at under £500, it's a bargain. It looks great, with sleek, curvy piano-black casing. The touchpad includes a scroll area, making it easy to navigate long documents and Web pages Read more

£480

22 October 2007 by Will Head

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Toshiba NB100 review

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Toshiba NB100 review

The 8.9-inch NB100's internal components are fairly standard for a netbook, but it boasts a professional-looking design and a screen that benefits from Toshiba's TruBrite technology, offering richer and more vivid colours than competitors. While the keyboard is cramped, battery life is impressive Read more

£296

21 April 2009 by Patrick Wignall

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HP Compaq Presario CQ70-116 review

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HP Compaq Presario CQ70-116 review

The CQ70-116 is a sturdy, minimalist, desktop-replacement laptop with a 17-inch screen and a remarkably low price tag. A slow processor and poor graphics mean this isn't a laptop for gamers, but those seeking a general-purpose machine will find that the CQ70-116 delivers the goods Read more

£370

21 January 2009 by Will Stapley

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Toshiba Satellite Pro L40-12S review

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Toshiba Satellite Pro L40-12S review

The Toshiba Satellite Pro L40-12S is a surprisingly good-looking laptop for just £300 -- it looks three times more expensive. It punches above its weight too, and is excellent value for money. Extras such as built-in Wi-Fi and an internal DVD writer are added bonuses Read more

£340

17 October 2007 by Will Head

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Toshiba Equium L40-17M review

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Toshiba Equium L40-17M review

The Toshiba Equium L40-17M is certainly a capable desktop replacement. Plus, if you're tightening your purse strings, it will fit the bill. Packing a decent spec laptop that will complete your office tasks into a low-cost package isn't an easy task, but it's one that this Toshiba has largely pulled off Read more

£430

29 February 2008 by Will Head

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Acer Aspire 5552 review

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Acer Aspire 5552 review

The 15.6-inch Acer Aspire 5552 is one of the cheapest laptops around, so its relatively decent performance and sturdy construction come as a very pleasant surprise. Read more

£300

15 March 2011 by Niall Magennis

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Acer Aspire 5336 review

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Acer Aspire 5336 review

The 15.6-inch Acer Aspire 5336 laptop is as cheap as chips. Although its performance is hardly top-drawer, it's a bargain for those with modest computing needs. Read more

£370

25 February 2011 by Niall Magennis

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Sony Vaio E series (VPC-EE2E1E/WI) review

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Sony Vaio E series (VPC-EE2E1E/WI) review

For a budget laptop, the 15.5-inch Sony Vaio E-series VPC-EE2E1E/WI looks fantastic, but, sadly, its performance doesn't quite match its impressive design. Read more

£475

27 September 2010 by Niall Magennis

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