The 9 Best Notebooks

The editors of LAPTOP Magazine are frequently challenged with naming the best systems currently on the market. We've decided to gallantly grab the bull by the horns and create a Top 10 list of notebooks and the Top 5 Netbooks that will be updated as often as new laptops land in our offices. Happy hunting.

Best Value Notebook
Samsung RV511-AO1

This stylish 15-inch notebook delivers long battery life and a comfortable keyboard for less than $600.

Lowest Price: $549.99









Best All-Purpose Notebook
Samsung SF510

This slick ivory notebook supplies good performance, long battery life, and plenty of neat extras.

Price: $629.00







Best Thin-and-Light Notebook
Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2011)

The most well-rounded 13-inch notebook gets a serious speed boost and lasts even longer on a charge than its predecessor.

Lowest Price: $1,199.00






Best Netbook
Samsung NF310

One of the best-looking netbooks yet combines sleek lines with a dual-core CPU and a high-res display.

Lowest Price: $379.01







Best Ultraportable Notebook
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2010)

Apple's ultimate ultraportable combines a barely-there profile with a high-resolution display, instant-on functionality, and long battery life.

Lowest Price: $1,248.88







Best Gaming Notebook
Alienware M17x (2011)

Record-breaking performance, superslick design, wireless HD streaming, and five hours of battery life. Yup, this gaming notebook is pretty much perfect.

Price: $3,300.00





Best Small Business Notebook
Dell Vostro V3300

A small business notebook with good looks, sound ergonomics, and fast performance.

Price: $822.00






Best Business Notebook
Lenovo ThinkPad X220

A fast Core i5 processor, well-designed clickpad, and epic endurance help the 12-inch Lenovo ThinkPad X220 rise to the top.

Price: $1,299.00






Best Multimedia Notebook
Dell XPS 15

A 1080p display, Blu-ray, Nvidia graphics, awesome audio--the Dell XPS 15 has it all.

Price: $1,488.00

Source: http://www.laptopmag.com/review/laptops/top-ten-notebooks.aspx