Desktop Replacement Dynamos

Are you looking for a notebook but don't want to sacrifice performance? If so, desktop replacement notebooks are the way to go. With scorching-fast dual-core processors, high-end graphics cards, and large displays ranging from 17 to 20 inches, desktop replacement notebooks have become the systems of choice for users who want desktop power in a portable machine.

Although these notebooks are quite heavy--they range from 6.6 pounds to 15.5 pounds--they're typically multimedia machines designed to occasionally be moved from room to room.

These mobile entertainment hubs feature high-resolution displays, a host of A/V ports, and often either Blu-ray or HD-DVD optical drives, which let the notebooks double as high-definition movie players. With prices ranging from less than $1,000 to more than $4,000, there's a desktop replacement for virtually every budget. Here are some of our favorites that will provide the productivity and entertainment you need, without tying you down to a desk.