HP Pavilion dv9700t is notebook launched by HP in march 2008. It is a 17" desktop replacement notebook that features Intel Core 2 Duo processor running at 2.10 GHz and 3 MB L2 Cache, 2 GB RAM, and nVidia GeForce 8600M GS graphic chipset. Although it is a bit heavy, 8.2 pounds, it can last for 3 and a half hours with effective power management.

HP Pavilion dv9700 Tech Specs:

    •    Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (32-bit)
    •    Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.10 GHz, 3 MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB)
    •    17.0" WXGA+ High-Definition Ultra HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1440 x 900 px)
    •    2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 Dimm)
    •    512MB NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GS
    •    HP Imprint (Radiance) + Fingerprint Reader + Webcam + Microphone
    •    Intel PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection and Bluetooth
    •    250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
    •    LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-RW with Double Layer Support
    •    High Capacity 8-Cell Lithium Ion Battery

Price tag: $1.000 base model

HP Pavilion dv9700t with 250 GB HDD and 4 GB RAM costs $1.855 at HP store

Pros:

• keyboard
• processor
• screen

Cons:

• headphone jack
• touchpad