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  • Asus N51V

    Asus N51V

    The Asus N51V is an excellent mid-sized laptop, and should absolutely be considered if you're looking for that price/performance sweet spot.

    Tags: asus n51v, asus n51vf, asus n51vg

    Editor's rating:

    9.5

    User rating:

    5

  • Samsung N120

    Samsung N120

    Samsung's netbook is an excellent entry into the Australian market, and an incredibly tempting buy for anyone looking in this space.

    Tags: samsung n120, netbook

    Editor's rating:

    9.0

    User rating:

    8

  • Asus U80V

    Asus U80V

    The U80V is without question our favourite 14-inch laptop, and Asus deserves praise for what it has achieved here. If the company can overcome the final stumbling block of having a reliable multi-touch touchpad on PC, we'll be thoroughly impressed indeed.

    Tags: asus, u80v, backlit keyboard, multitouch

    Editor's rating:

    9.0

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  • Samsung NC10

    Samsung NC10

    The NC10 betters previous Samsung netbooks with a built-in HSDPA SIM card reader and the portability this provides. Optus wireless broadband bundles seem like excellent value.

    Tags: laptop, netbook, optus, wireless broadband, nc10

    Editor's rating:

    9.0

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  • Sony Vaio VGN-TT15GN

    Sony Vaio VGN-TT15GN

    If you have the money, you shouldn't hesitate to buy the TT, in any of its guises. It looks phenomenal, is comfortable to use and is exceptionally portable.

    Tags: sony, vaio, portable, notebook, tt, 11.1 inch

    Editor's rating:

    9.0

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  • Dell Latitude E6500

    Dell Latitude E6500

    The Dell Latitude E is a glimpse into the future of laptops. With high expandability, configurable and a strong design, it should suit most corporate environments.

    Tags: 6500, dell, latitude

    Editor's rating:

    9.0

    User rating:

    6.5

  • Dell Inspiron Mini 9

    Dell Inspiron Mini 9

    The Dell Inspiron Mini 9 is a prime example of the netbook form factor, and the best 8.9-inch one available.

    Tags: dell, inspiron, mini, 9, netbook, windows xp, ssd

    Editor's rating:

    9.0

    User rating:

    1

  • Toshiba Portege R600

    Toshiba Portege R600

    Toshiba's Portege R600 is one of the best ultraportables on the market, if you're willing to pay the price.

    Tags: toshiba, portege, r600, ultraportable, laptop

    Editor's rating:

    9.0

    User rating:

    7

  • HP EliteBook 2530p

    HP EliteBook 2530p

    If you're after a flashy ultraportable to show off to your friends, you can't do much better than the HP EliteBook 2530p.

    Tags: hp, elitebook, 2530p, notebook, review, ultraportable

    Editor's rating:

    8.8

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  • Samsung N110

    Samsung N110

    An easy-to-use netbook with a long battery life, but there are cheaper options.

    Tags: ultraportable, samsung, netbook, laptop, intel, battery, atom

    Editor's rating:

    8.8

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  • Asus EeePC 901

    Asus EeePC 901

    The Eee is now faster, looks nicer, and has better battery life. It's also heavier and the keyboard is still too small, but we like it. A lot.

    Tags: asus, eeepc, 901, netbook, mininote

    Editor's rating:

    8.8

    User rating:

    8.3

  • Acer Aspire One

    Acer Aspire One

    The Acer Aspire One is better than most netbooks and is fantastic for anyone who wants a small, cheap machine on which to type and surf the Web. However, its battery life lets it down slightly.

    Tags: acer, aspire, netbook, one

    Editor's rating:

    8.8

    User rating:

    6.4

  • ASUS Eee PC 1000

    ASUS Eee PC 1000

    The wait is finally over for the ASUS Eee PC 1000, a notebook that promises to make a dent in the netbook market. It's the most well-equipped — and largest in the Eee series and has cast aside the usability shackles of its diminutive predecessors.

    Tags: asus, eee pc, eee pc 1000, intel, atom, notebook, review

    Editor's rating:

    8.8

    User rating:

    6.5

  • Apple MacBook (Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz)

    Apple MacBook (Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz)

    Apple's redesigned 13in. MacBook is essentially a shrunken version of the more expensive 15in. Pro line. With its new aluminium body, new touchpad and Nvidia graphics, it's an even more attractive choice for mainstream notebook buyers than was the plastic model it replaces.

    Tags: apple, macbook, intel, nvidia, geforce, laptop, review

    Editor's rating:

    8.7

    User rating:

    5.5

  • ASUS Eee PC 900

    ASUS Eee PC 900

    The ASUS Eee PC 900 is an excellent update to the Eee PC 701. The keyboard is still difficult to use, but the addition of a larger, higher-resolution screen, a multi-touch touchpad and more storage gives it the edge over its mini-notebook rivals.

    Tags: asus, eee pc, eee pc 900, umpc

    Editor's rating:

    8.7

    User rating:

    6.8

  • Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, June 2009)

    Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, June 2009)

    Previously known as the MacBook, Apple's basic 13-inch aluminium unibody laptop has been promoted to the "Pro" series, all while adding features and cutting the base price.

    Tags: 2009, apple, macbook, pro, 13-inch

    Editor's rating:

    8.6

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  • Asus EeePC 701

    Asus EeePC 701

    The EeePC isn't for everyone — in fact within about two seconds from picking it up you'll know if it's for you or not. For those it does appeal to, it's a brilliant little thing that fills a much lamented gap.

    Tags: asus, eeepc

    Editor's rating:

    8.6

    User rating:

    8

  • HP Pavilion dv6-1128tx

    HP Pavilion dv6-1128tx

    The dv6 is a gorgeous laptop for quite an affordable price. If you're looking in the 16-inch space, definitely check this one out.

    Tags: hp, dv6, 1128tx

    Editor's rating:

    8.5

    User rating:

    6.5

  • Dell Inspiron 15

    Dell Inspiron 15

    The Dell Inspiron 15 is likely the best bang for buck you'll get for AU$1000, from its battery life to its upgrade options. We do miss the numpad, but the rest is perfect for the budget-conscious user.

    Tags: inspiron, dell, 15, 1545, budget

    Editor's rating:

    8.5

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  • Dell Latitude E6400

    Dell Latitude E6400

    Dell's Latitude E6400 is a full featured business laptop that delivers on performance, battery life and price in one neat bundle.

    Tags: latitude, laptop, dell, e6400

    Editor's rating:

    8.5

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