HP G60-630us

When we reviewed the HP G60-533cl we said that it wasn't a bad deal but there were competing systems that offered more bang for the buck. This time around, we're mostly disappointed. At a time when many affordably priced 15-inch notebooks are equipped with Core 2 Duo, and in some cases, Core i5 processors, the HP G60-630us ($649.98 list, available at Staples) offers up an older Pentium CPU, which predictably puts it squarely behind the performance 8-ball, and its feature set is underwhelming. On the plus side, the 15.6-screen is a delight and the roomy keyboard is firm and comfortable.

Hewlett-Packard Company

http://www.hp.com

• Price as Tested: $649.98 List
• Type: General Purpose, Value
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
• Processor Name: Intel Pentium Dual Core T4400
• Processor Speed: 2.2 GHz
• RAM: 3 GB
• Weight: 6.2 lb
• Screen Size: 15.6 inches
• Screen Size Type: widescreen
• Graphics Card: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
• Storage Capacity: 320 GB
• Networking Options: 802.11n
• Primary Optical Drive: DVD+/-RW DL with HD-DVD-RW