Best desktop replacement laptops
Go big or go home, one could say (we wouldn't, but someone could). If you want to ditch the desktop once and for all, without sacrificing your gaming and multimedia experience, these 17-inch-plus laptops are the answer. Just don't try to open one of these sitting in a coach airline seat.
Apple MacBook Pro
8.2 Excellent (reviewed 3/4/08)
A solid, if predictable, upgrade to the MacBook Pro line, but noteworthy for stealing the MacBook Air's best feature--expanded gesture controls for the touch pad.
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Asus M70SA-X2
8.1 Excellent (reviewed 6/6/08)
You can find Blu-ray-equipped desktop replacements for less, but no other media laptop currently offers as many features for the price as the Asus M70.
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Gateway P-6860FX
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 5/19/08)
The Gateway P-6860FX offers GeForce 8800 gaming muscle and plenty of memory in a midprice laptop, making it a great choice for gamers who fall just short of hard-core.
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Acer Aspire 8920-6671
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 5/22/08)
With Blu-ray and a true 1080p display, the 18-inch Acer Aspire 8920 is a movie fan's dream, but we'd go for the cheaper of Acers' two preconfigured models.
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HP Pavilion dv9700t
7.9 Very good (reviewed 5/15/08)
The HP Pavilion dv9700t doesn't have enough graphics power to satisfy gaming enthusiasts, but it is a great choice for home users who don't want to spend a fortune on a Blu-ray equipped entertainment notebook.
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Enpower ENP780
7.7 Very good (reviewed 4/17/08)
PC Club's Enpower ENP780 is a desktop replacement with the heart of a thin-and-light. It's about the most portable 17-inch laptop you'll find and offers up a pleasing design and solid overall performance.
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Gateway P-172X FX
7.7 Very good (reviewed 4/21/08)
Gateway's new P-172X FX offers high-end perks in a midpriced laptop, making it a reasonable choice for gamers who fall just short of hardcore.
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