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(Nov 23, 2009)
Dan Ackerman
Senior Editor
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
A little late to the party, Apple's redesigned 17-inch MacBook Pro joins the 15-inch model with a redesigned aluminum body, new trackpad with expanded functionality, and a dual-graphics setup for either longer battery life or better performance.
Price: $2,195.00 - $2,249.00 (check prices)
Review date: Feb 27, 2009
Excellent
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Asus W90Vp-X1
The massive Asus W90Vp-X1 won't win any design awards, but its mobile gaming performance is tough to beat.
Price: Sorry, pricing not available
Review date: Apr 15, 2009
Excellent
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MALIBAL Veda series
If you're ready to give up your gaming desktop once and for all, consider replacing it with the Malibal Veda series laptop.
Price: Sorry, pricing not available
Review date: Oct 2, 2009
Excellent
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Gateway NV7802u
A large-screen laptop with very good performance, the Gateway NV7802u is an attractive choice for home or office.
Price: $649.99 (check prices)
Review date: Nov 13, 2009
Very good
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