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Top All-Purpose Laptops

These laptops can do it all and are a great choice for most notebook users. Ratings and rankings can change due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Edited by Jason Cross

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Last Rated:
June 18, 2010

1. Dell Vostro 3300

Dell offers a highly functional small-business laptop in an attractive, lightweight package.


Last Rated:
May 12, 2010

2. Lenovo ThinkPad W510

Lenovo's 15.4-inch workstation-class laptop offers excellent an CPU and a good display, but the Windows 7 touch interface and 3D performance aren't great.

$1,355.00 - $1,779.70
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Last Rated:
February 19, 2010

3. HP EliteBook 8440w

The EliteBook 8440w is a solid corporate laptop with a great keyboard, but it isn't a multimedia powerhouse.

$1,219.16 - $1,425.00
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Last Rated:
June 22, 2010

4. Lenovo IdeaPad Y460

A great compromise between power use and performance, but a compromise nonetheless.

$999.00
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Last Rated:
July 13, 2010

5. Micro Express NBL60

Micro Express delivers a surprisingly robust 15-inch laptop with true 1080p display and a DVD drive at well under 6 pounds.


6. HP Envy 13

If it looks like a MacBook and feels like a Macbook, it's got to be from Apple, right? Wrong! The Envy 13 is the PC's answer for slim, stylish computing. Only more expensive.

$1,149.99
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Last Rated:
May 12, 2010

7. Lenovo ThinkPad T410

The T410 retains the legendary keyboard feel of ThinkPads, but also remains somewhat pricey.

$867.39 - $1,177.67
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Last Rated:
July 08, 2010

8. HP ProBook 4520s

The ProBook 4520s is a sturdy, stylish business laptop that performs well at work or on the go.

$814.00
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Last Rated:
July 16, 2010

9. Dell Inspiron 14R (model N4010)

Dell has assembled a slick update to the Inspiron line that, despite a few shortcomings, will let students and home users do anything they need to without breaking the bank.

$669.99
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Last Rated:
March 02, 2010

10. Sony VAIO EB12FX/T

Sony's VAIO EB12FX/T gives you high style without the high price tag, but you give up some performance and battery life.

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