The HP Compaq nc6220 is a durable lightweight notebook with good performance. While it is outperformed by its nearest rivals it holds its own with a host of unique features.

A handsome design and quick-launch presentation button make this wide-screen notebook a great fit for business travellers.

If a lightweight laptop with lots of connections and entertainment options galore is what you're after, the dv1000 is a great solution.

The ThinkPad R52 is a decent but bland Pentium M notebook.

The T42's integrated fingerprint reader requires some patience, but rewards with increased security. This notebook remains a top pick for business travellers.

While the LGE LS50-8 is light, looks great and has good battery life, is it slightly overpriced.

With great battery life, a number of extra features and a plethora of bundled software, the Optima Centoris G595 is great value. However, those concerned about 3D performance may want to steer clear.

This is a value-priced power notebook that's well geared towards multimedia use.

This is an interesting and well-constructed notebook from Pioneer.

Stylish and powerful, the Satellite M40 has some great multimedia features, but is let down by minimal battery life.

A great value multimedia machine, the 5z70 provides a DVD writer, wireless networking and graphics grunt at a competitive price.

The Z71A offers solid performance, battery life and DVD writing at a competitive price.