Alienware M17 is a 17-inch desktop replacement laptop with decent mix of price and performance. It has a clunky body because it holds two ATI Mobility Radeon HD3870 graphic processor. It powered by 2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 or the optional Quad Core processor which would add between $850 and $1,200 to the price.

The Alienware M17 battery ran for a mere 1 hour and 25 minutes on the battery drain test. Its an average score for a high-end desktop replacement and explains why these systems spend most of their time plugged in.

With Windows Vista Premium SP1 (64-bit) Alienware M17 has price range at $1,399.00.

Specifications Summary:

Processor:
2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8400

Memory:
3GB,1066MHz DDR2

Hard drive:
160GB 7,200rpm

Graphic Processor
ATI Mobility Radeon HD3870 (x2)

Screen size (diagonal):
17.1 inches

Operating System:
Windows Vista Premium SP1 (64-bit)

Other Key Features:
3 USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

Price Range: $1,399.00