Dell Studio Notebook XPS 16

Pros

Striking design; phenomenal 16-to-9 screen; superb backlit keyboard; usable 3D-gaming abilities; affordable starting price

Cons

Good, but not stellar, performance; speakers distort at high volume; no Blu-ray burner option (yet)

Editors' Take

Even without its striking design, myriad connectivity options, and multimedia goodies, the Studio XPS 16 would be noteworthy for its screen and keyboard. The price is right, too

Key Specs

Processor: 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8600
Memory: 4GB RAM
Storage: 320GB hard drive
Optical Drive: BD-ROM
Screen: 16 inches
Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3670 (512MB)
Weight: 6.5 pounds
Dimensions (HWD): 1.2x15.1x10 inches
Operating System: Vista Home Premium