What is it: Mid-range laptop with a 15.4-inch screen
What we think: This attractive laptop delivers good performance and a complete set of basic features, but it comes up short on battery life
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 9 August 2005
Tags: HP, HP Compaq Presario V4000, keyboard, battery life, remote control
We like:
Attractive design; PCI Express slot; LightScribe double-layer optical drive; versatile flash card slot; great Wi-Fi range
We don't like:
Widescreen 15.4-inch display isn't as bright as others; lacks dedicated video memory; speakers offer thin sound
You might also need:
Pick up the Presario V4000's extended battery pack
CNET UK judgement:
The attractive Compaq Presario V4000 delivers good performance and a complete set of basic features, but it comes up short on battery life
Full review:
Though it's cooler-looking than much of the competition, the HP Compaq Presario V4000 is still a quintessential mainstream/value notebook. There are cheaper laptops that offer similar performance and better battery life, but the Presario V4000 is a solid all-round notebook for a student or a home user who needs good performance and a complete set of basic features and connections. For a system with a stronger set of multimedia features, check out the comparably priced HP Pavilion dv4000. Continue Reading...
Latest user reviews
October 21, 2006
Posted by: S.B.
"Bought this second hand for £250 and it's AMAZING VALUE"
September 11, 2006
Posted by: Craig Hunter
"It's the best "
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