Laptops Arena

You can compare notebook computers under various aspects. You can choose as criteria the price, the type of components inside, the size of the monitors, the weight and measurements, the brand even, battery life, performance in some Benchmark tests, the purpose of the notebook and so on. Due to these you can create a list and see which are the best choices depending on what you are looking for.

In order to compare notebook computers you have to take into consideration a lot of aspects. In some cases the system use the same type of components, such as Intel or AMD processors, DDR2 or DDR3 RAM, NVIDIA or ATI graphics and so on. So in these conditions, the comparison must be taken to another aspect which does not involve the parts inside the system.

Apple is one of the major comparison terms which mostly all notebooks of its class take into account. You can see that many manufacturers have tried to come up with the same or improved features as the Apple notebooks. For example, Apple uses the unibody aluminum casing and mostly all notebooks on the market use either plastic or metal materials. But there is one that has gone beyond, Asus, when introducing the bamboo finish. Not only the notebook looks strangely attractive and out of the ordinary it is also ecological and performs highly impressive at just 13”. But one fact is certain; Apple Air is one of the thinnest notebooks on the market, if actually not the one. Many have tried to come up with such a sleek system and withy the same components and long battery life, but somehow on the way, the battle was lost.



But there a point in which Apple can’t compete, in the range of colors. You probably have wondered why Apple doesn’t come up with some colorful options, their white, black or silver systems do look good, but some users prefer something brighter, vivid and colorful. Just take a look at Sony or Dell, you will see there some great colors that will take your eyes and definitely convince you to buy that notebook. Of course, there is the case of the HP Vivienne Tam notebook. It was created in collaboration with the designer and launched on the catwalk. Having such a fashionable system will surely give you some high-glass. And if you choose the accessories that come with it, no matter where you will go and what you will be wearing, you will make a very good impression. You can also compare notebook computers once you look at the processor, which is the heart of the computer. In some cases the budget ones choose AMD and those which promise multitasking and running multiple applications use Intel.



Nowadays the best notebooks on the market use Intel Core I processor, which are the latest launched, Windows 7 operating system, the 6-cell, 8-cell or 12-cell battery life, depending on how long it can last unplugged and the more amount of memory installed, the better. Having such configuration, no matter which brand you will choose, you can be sure that performance will be top-notch. And also, design matters in mostly all situations, so be sure to pick out something on your taste. These said, be sure to closely analyze your next notebook.

Compaq Presario is a branch from HP, which offers some budget  systems, but with great design and a combination of reasonable, yet very  functional features. When it comes to Compaq Presario you can expect  high configurability from them. Even their latest series, Compaq Presario CQ56Z Notebooks,  offers classic style and configuration to meet your everyday computing  needs.

The starting price is $379 and it varies depending on the  customization you pick. Most of the systems from Compaq Presario use AMD  processors and the basic memory amount plus hard drives in order to  store and manage your applications and tasks. When you look at one of  them you don’t say they are budget and for sure you don’t expect such a  low price. But this is the whole purpose of Compaq Presario CQ56Z Notebooks, to offer mobility, everyday use and good service starting from a decent price.

As Windows 7 is the latest operating system for laptops and  notebooks, it is normal that the latest series of Compaq Presario  notebooks to use it.  The black finish gives a clean look and sleek in  the same time, so you can use this notebook even though you need it for  business or for basic tasks. It is good-looking and light enough to be  carried anywhere you go. With some old notebooks you feel ashamed  walking down the streets, but with this one it is not the case for sure.  The screen size is reasonable, just what a notebook should have, 15.6”  High Definition LED widescreen with BrightView technology. This  technology is used as well in HP displays and it is an improvement to  the quality of the images displayed. Connectivity is not an issue as the  notebooks has built-in Wi-Fi. You can also choose the optional webcam  with microphone in case you are interested in video chatting. It is a  great way to stay in touch with your loved ones while you are not  around. In this way you will always be close to them and let them know  what is going on.



As for external ports you get the usual including three USB ports.  The battery life is the average one. Unfortunately there isn’t the  8-cell or 12-cell available, just the 6-cell one. In these conditions  you will be enjoying around 2-3 hours of use. This is average and  because you will not be using the system for intense use you will be  enjoying more of your wireless experience. Service is provided through  e-mail and online chat on their website and telephone support. Besides  the operating system there will be various software installed, some of  them useful, as it is the case of Norton Internet Antivirus Security  2010, and in some cases you will spend some time uninstalling the less  useful ones.



To conclude, you can always choose some of their other series of  notebook computers, because you have a wide variety at your disposal.  But just keep in mind that when it comes to Compaq Presario, you must  rely on the fact that systems are basic, reasonable and they will guide  you through your work everywhere you are.

HP Pavilion ZD7000A CTO Notebook PC is one solution for your  desktop-replacement problem. It brings a 17” display, which is pretty  big, so you will be able to watch your movies, listen to music and run  some of the applications with ease. A desktop replacement must be big,  because in the comfort of your home or at the office you are not looking  for something reasonably-sized, you want something big to manage your  daily computing needs. Sound is one of this notebook’s strong points.

The integrated Harman Kardon stereo speakers prove to sound loud and  clear and it will satisfy your needs for music. Because we are talking  about a full-size system, you also receive a DVD/RW drive, very useful  for storing some of the files you have on discs. The native resolution  of the 17” display is 1440x900 and due to the GeForce FX Go 5600  graphics, image quality is high and you can run multiple applications  and view more than one open window.

HP systems are configurable, so you can decide exactly what to spend  your money on. If you like to upgrade the system you can choose Windows  Media Center and the USB TV Tuner with the remote control for watching  TV directly on your computer. The volume toggle button is on top of the  keyboard. This notebook does lack some of the multimedia features in  order to be perfect, but with the existent ones you can manage your job  with ease. There are also four USB ports, FireWire port, S-video-out  port and two PC card slots. Other features include the infrared port and  the multimedia card reader on the right side. HP Pavilion ZD7000A CTO Notebook PC is a heavy-duty system measuring almost two inches tall and weighting  9.3 pounds. It is true that you can find some lighter models around the  market, but with this one you will know it has a sturdy design and will  not disappoint you. What is more, a 17” system is not meant to be  portable, its place is on a desk inside.



Being so large the keyboard is also full-size and it features a  separate numerical keypad, in case you happen to work a lot with numbers  and you were looking for such keyboards.  As for the battery, it will  be hard to remove it and when you will finally manage to, prepare to be  amazed by its size. But don’t get too excited, because it is large it  does not have to mean it is also durable. The system lasts for about two  hours per charge. But because you do keep the notebook at home on your  desk close to a outlet, it will not be such a big problem. We also have  to mention that the processor is 2.8-GHz Pentium 4 and it pulled out  some decent scores in some tests. HP Pavilion is all about  entertainment, so it does present itself with such features. For  example, the HP Image Zone is great for editing pictures by cropping  them, adjusting the brightness and the colors. The photo albums will  organize your pictures.



Even in gaming you can rely on this unit, with the 3DMark03 score you will be able to play most of the games you are into.

Laptops aren’t as portable as notebook computers, but we still prefer  them in many occasions as they are big enough to manage most of the  applications and tasks. Due to their large display we can manage  multiple tasking and we have space to open more windows and software.  What is more, the keyboard is more spacious and it is more comfortable  to use. And even though a laptop is meant to stay on your desk as a  replacement desktop, there are times in which you need to take the  system along.

If you are traveling and you need to manage your work on  the god, you have to use the system you have. That is why you need to  think about some carrying methods and solutions. Bags and cases are  good, but they mean taking the heavy system in one hand, which is  uncomfortable in many occasions. The simple backpack is convenient as it  gives you freedom to manage other luggage or documents with your hands.  But the solution to running along airports, train stations and so on is  to get a 17 inch laptop backpack with wheels.

You can find various great, comfortable and high-quality models that  will make everything simpler and easier. And the good thing is that you  don’t have to spend a fortune on them. There are also brands that focus  especially on these accessories. Some good examples are Case Logic,  Targus, McKlein, High Sierra and a lot of other big names. You can also  choose the colors when you pick up your 17 inch laptop backpack with wheels,  the material and of course the shape. McKlein Division 17” backpack  comes in several colors as well a sin red. It provides a handle, zipper  pockets, and a front organizer for media devices such as mobile phones,  digital cameras, MP3 players, keys, pens and other accessories you might  carry along. In the front compartment you can deposit any large items  you have, including documents and in the middle compartment you can  deposit your laptop. The compartment is padded, which protects the  laptop and helps it stand in a single and safe position. In case of an  exterior impact there is a high-tech ABS honeycomb frame, so nothing bad  will happen with your system.



High Sierra freewheel rolling laptop backpack helps things run smooth  due to the inline-style wheels and the telescope handling for carrying  the laptop easier. If you need to roll in locations, you don’t have to  put all that weight on your shoulders, you can easily drag the backpack  around. The padded computer sleeve will hold your 17 inch laptop and  protect it from any unwanted bumps and accidents. If you want to bring a  bit of color and you are mad about pink, then take a look at the  gorgeous High Sierra Sports Company wheeled book bag. With the two  inline-style wheels you manage everything faster and again you have the  padded laptop compartment. But this time things are different because of  the cute pink color that will attract most of the views on you.



Ensign carry-on wheeled computer backpack is priced around $40,  making it one of the less expensive products in its range. It is made  out of rip stop nylon and it can hold a 17 inch laptop with ease.

There is nothing wrong in getting refurbished notebooks. The  prices are really low, once you consider the actual prices on the  market, you still receive a warranty and you don’t have to consider refurbished notebooks as used notebooks. The difference is that the refurbished ones have  been sent back to the retailer or producer, the parts have been replaced  and afterwards the product was placed once more on the market.

In the  case of the used notebooks, you never know how the user has changed the  components, for what purpose the notebook was used and so on. Between  used notebooks and refurbished notebooks there is a difference.  You can also get these types of notebooks from the manufacturers’  websites as almost each one has a section with refurbished notebooks from where you can choose several models.

Even Dell has a section of refurbished notebooks and not only.  Some of the models are always on sell, provide free shipping and with  some discounts you can really end up with a cheaper product than the one  available on the market.  Compaq Presario computers are known for being  less expensive and affordable for anyone. And if you decide to go for a  refurbished model, you will have to spend under $400 on a system. You  can consider these types once you are not willing to spend a fortune on a  brand new system. Or it is the case of some consumers who already have a  top-notch system at home, but having to travel a lot, don’t want to  compromise the system they already have and buy a refurbished one. In  case some damages happen, gets lost or stolen, the regrets aren’t that  big.



If you want a better system, for gaming and multimedia (and we all  know these cost more than $1000), then the Gateway NV73A07U comes for  around $500, offering great a HD widescreen, 4GB of RAM, 320GB hard  drive, Windows 7 Home Premium and an AMD Athlon X2 Dual-Core processor.  Again, the notebook is not used and not old, so for this amount of money  you can end up with quite a great system. Dell Latitude notebooks come  very cheap, some of the models are cheap and they look pretty old, but  if you want to spend less than $300, then you can surely give them a  try. An entertainment notebook is the Acer Aspire AS7741Z-5731 LX model  with Intel Pentium Dual Core processor, 3GB of RAM and a DVD/RW drive,  among the specifications. It comes for around $400 and you will  definitely like the good looks on this one.



Amazon.com provides a good place to get your refurbished notebooks from several manufacturers. You can find new system, used ones and  refurbished ones as well. So, if you are not interested in the latest  specifications, blasting performance and brand new models, but you are  interested to receive a warranty with the system and returning policies,  then you can definitely give refurbished notebooks a chance.  Because most of the notebooks these days tend to go higher and higher  considering price, alternatives should also be taken into consideration.  We all need to stay in touch with one another and manage our work on  the way, so we all deserve to have a notebook and if this cheap method  is available, then we can embrace it.