Apple MacBook Pro (17-inch) review

What is it: Lightweight 17-inch Intel-based laptop with dual-core processing

What we think: With a solid array of components, a terrific set of features and the lightest weight of any laptop its size, it's a power user's dream, but it doesn't come cheap

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7.3

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7.5

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Review date	30 Mar 09	24 Aug 06	2 Feb 06	19 Mar 07
Editor's rating	7.3	9.3	9.2	9.2
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Review summary	With a solid array of components, a terrific set of features and the lightest weight of any laptop its size, Apple's 17-inch MacBook Pro is a power user's dream, but it's not cheap Read full review	The Sony Vaio VGN-AR11S is the best multimedia laptop on the market. It contains all you need for enjoying full high-definition video on its own screen or on a larger display. If you're backing Blu-ray over HD DVD this Media Center laptop comes thoroughly recommended Read full review	The Acer Travelmate 8204WLMi uses the latest components to deliver masses of power and excellent battery life -- the Holy Grail of laptop performance. The questionable styling of its chassis and mild colour saturation of its TFT screen may alienate some users, but its long feature list and solid build quality make it a very worthy purchase Read full review	Powerful innards and a sleek, sexy exterior make this the most desirable laptop we've seen in a long time. If you want a portable to impress, look no further Read full review
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