ASUS Eee PC 1215B

How often do you hear people raving about an Asus product? Stateside, the laptop brand hasn’t made a very big splash-but we have a feeling that’s about to change. The newly released PC 1215B seems to have it all and we like it.

Instantly one notices the laptop’s smooth design and curved edges. Clad in everything from black and silver to a sleek and swift red, this laptop is available in an array of colors making it your ultimate tech accessory. Weighing in at less than four pounds, the device is fairly light and compact. The screen size is decent, about twelve inches. But the embedded ATI Radeon® HD graphics make up for what it lacks in screen real estate. This provides users with the best portable multimedia experience possible with such compact dimensions. Playing 3D video games and watching movies in HD is effortless with the PC 1215B. Its DirectX 11 support allows for smooth video play and game interaction. Complete with the latest AMD Brazos dual core processor – performance wise, this petite computer gets the job done. With super low power consumption, this is the perfect on the go companion – especially at less than $400!

The HP DV4T

Acting as the world’s leading provider of laptops is no easy task, just ask HP Pavilion. Examining the HP line of products leaves one in awe. And their winning formula doesn’t seem to be slowing down, just take a look at HP’s DV4t. Upon first glance one can’t help but notice the DV4t’s smooth surface and sleek design. Available in a pacific blue or an espresso black, aesthetics aren’t an issue. When opened, the dv4t boasts a good sized 14” LED screen complete with an HD webcam. Weighing a little over five pounds, carrying the laptop is effortless. Its full-size keyboard makes typing easy and comfortable for the user. HP’s attention to detail really paid off with this device. In terms of performance its Intel Core i5-2540 dual-core processor, NVIDIA 9200M GS graphics and 4GB of system memory packs more than enough fuel for the average laptop user. Additionally, this HP has an internal TV-tuner and blue-ray media drive – turning even the smallest room into a mini-theater. Pretty cool, huh? Check out these specs. Intel Core 2 Duo T9600 processor (2.8GHz/ 1066MHz FSB/ 6MB L2) NVIDIA GeForce 9200M-GS w/ 256MB DDR2 dedicated video card 4GB DDR2-800 RAM (2x 1GB) 320GB 5400RPM hard drive (Toshiba) 14.1” WXGA Glossy LED-Backlit LCD (1280×800) Starting at $499 this laptop lays claim to the term “bang for your buck”.  HP is doing an extraordinary job of providing quality laptops at affordable prices. The DV4t is more than a good deal in our opinion. But don’t take our word for it, do your research and tell us what you think.