Alienware M15x

The good: Amazingly powerful for a 15-inch laptop; highly configurable; adds 16:9 display

The bad: Configuration options can get expensive; far from portable

Cost: $1,499.99

Processor 2.0GHz Intel Core i7-920XM
Memory 4GB, 1,333MHz DDR2
Hard drive 500GB 7,200rpm
Chipset Mobile Intel PM55 Express Chipset
Graphics 1GB Nvidia GeForce GTX 260M
Operating System Windows 7 Ultimate (64-bit)
Dimensions (WD) 14.9x12.2 inches
Height 1.9 inches
Screen size (diagonal) 15.6 inches
System weight /
Weight with AC adapter
 9.4/10.9 pounds