The minimum battery life under load is determined with BatteryEater's Classic test. It loads the CPU and GPU by rendering a moving 3D object. Acer BTP-AHD1The Satellite only lasts for not quite 80 minutes - an acceptable rate.Toshiba Satellite L750-16WThe Toshiba Satellite L750 can't excel in our test. The design is contemporary and the base unit is stable so that the case is well suited for private customers. The connectivity is up to date, but not outstanding. All state of the art interfaces are available with HDMI and USB 3.0 and users shouldn't be missing any interfaces.Acer BTP-AID1

The keyboard is good, but the gaps between the keys could have been a bit wider. The numpad will delight users who have to enter long number columns. On the other hand, the touchpad is a bit imprecise and not palpably separated. Thus, the fingers tend to quickly slide off the touchpad.Acer LC.BTP00.130A

The screen is reflective and not very bright. Consequently, it isn't very convincing in bright surroundings. As more often than not, the contrasts and viewing angles are also limited. The processor is strong enough for most applications. Throttling occurs when the processor and graphics card are loaded by demanding games or programs. It lets the processor clock drop to only 800 MHz.Acer L10D56A

The hard disk is very fast and stores enough data. The Satellite is only suitable for games to an extent. For one thing, the performance is slowed down considerably during load peaks. The laptop remains agreeably cool and fairly quiet during routine tasks. In return, the power consumption is quite high for a notebook of this performance category.Acer L10C31

Overall, the Satellite L750-16W is aimed at users who need a solid notebook,Acer AS10B31 but don't want to squeeze out the last MHz of performance. The processor's performance is easily sufficient for editing pictures or videos.Crème de la crème. We are now listing the editorial office's current top devices from every category here for spontaneous buyers or those who are already waiting for After-Holiday-Sales. No matter if you are looking for a slim notebook, a tablet PC, an affordable office laptop or even a high performance gamer, you'll find the right one here.Acer AS10B41

Readers could find an overview of laptops from the various device categories in the previous shopping guides. To conclude the series, the Notebookcheck editorial office would like to pull an overall verdict and choose the top devices of the different categories.Acer AS10B51

We will limit ourselves to a maximum of three devices in every category for our selection, whereby the sorting does not indicate any preferences. We listed the devices in alphabetical order. A detailed overview of other potential candidates of the single categories can be found on the following special reports linked here:Acer AS10B73

Apple MacBook Air 13The Apple MacBook Air 13 secures itself an editor's recommendation also in this category. Acer AS10B3EThe slim case, fast hardware, good screen and the typical good unibody case, as well as the convincing input devices including LED backlight, are strong arguments for this option. If we look at it generously, it is Apple's ultrabook which most OEMs with Windows devices want to keep up with. At a starting price of €1249 (RRP), this "quality apple" has its price, especially when the buyer considers that, for example, an Acer Aspire S3 with a 13.3 inch screen is already available for starting at €799 (RRP). Apple's 11 inch counterpart to the Air 13 is also a bit cheaper: Apple MacBook Air 11.Acer AS10B5E

Asus Zenbook UX31Now, the following may be seen as the proverbial comparison of apples and oranges, Acer AS10B7E but judging by the rating in the review and the overall impression, the Asus Zenbook U31 UltraBook can very well keep up with Apple's Air: Strong hardware, an aluminum case (unibody) and an overall high-end impression. Asus' advantage: The 13.3 inch screen is very bright and has a resolution of 1600x900 pixels in a 16:9 aspect ratio. Apple can't offer this even for a surcharge. Excepting for the top model with an Intel Core i7 processor and SSD memory medium, the two "smaller" models are even cheaper than the Apple Air. Just as interesting for potential buyers: The smaller Asus UX21 UltraBook with similar strengths.Acer AS10E76

Samsung Series 9 900X1BSlim cases are trendy. Samsung also underlines this with its Series 9, to be precise the 900X1B subnotebook.Acer LC.BTP01.005 Compared to pure aluminum cases, Samsung uses a special alloy from the aircraft industry called duralumin. It's just as robust, but isn't as easy to clean. The latest Intel hardware, including an SSD memory, also does its job inside. On the other hand, the 900X1B differs in a smaller, 11.6 inch screen, more compact dimensions and a lower total weight. At a recommended retail price of €999, the price is still within limits for this category. Again, it has an equal big brother, the 900X3A (13 inch). Acer LC.BTP01.009

Apple MacBook Pro 15"More Bang for the Buck" is supplied with the Late 2011 Refresh of Apple's MacBook Pro 15. Acer LC.BTP01.020The refresh bids more performance for the same money with a perfect aluminum unibody case, a very good screen (optionally matt) and the latest hardware (Intel Core i7-2760QM & AMD Radeon HD 6770M). However, owners of an Early 2011 model won't have any benefits by replacing it. Of course, the operating system is ultimately a matter of taste, but Apple offers a tried and tested device with this update. In terms of price, this notebook places itself in the ultimate premium range, which could still be a make-or-break criterion.Acer BT.00803.004

Reviews of the Apple MacBook Pro 15 Late 2011 (2.4 GHz, 6770M, glare) // Apple MacBook Pro 15 (2.0 GHz, matt) // Apple MacBook Pro 15 (2.0 GHz, glare) // Apple MacBook Pro 15 (2.2 GHz, glare)

Alienware M14xAn unusual rarity has also made it onto our top rating list. Acer BT.T3004.001We are speaking of a powerful gaming/multimedia notebook in a typical business-style 14 inch size called M14x. An Intel quad core CPU paired with Nvidia's GeForce GT 555M graphics card provides impressive performance in view of the compact size. Whether gaming on the desk at home or surfing on the go, the M14x is capable of almost everything. Downside: Glossy screen and high noise level during load.Acer BT.T3007.001

Schenker mySN XMG A501When dealing with almost completely configurable notebooks, the German supplier Schenker Notebooks,Acer BT.T3007.003 short mySN, shouldn't be left out. In the category of multimedia laptops, the company sends the XMG A501 with a matt 15.6 inch screen into the race. Including the latest hardware, such as Intel's Core i5-2410M dual core CPU and the dedicated Nvidia GeForce GT 555M graphics unit, automatic graphics switching, good screen rates, an impressive case, good battery runtimes and pleasant input devices, the device comes very close to perfection. The emissions during load, the GPU's tight memory interface and a bulky power adapter oppose the positive impression. Nevertheless, the start price of €669 is more than appropriate.Acer BTP-58A1

Apple iPad 2In the category of tablet PCs, the Apple iPad 2 naturally shouldn't be omitted,Acer BTP-59A1 even if fans of the Android operating system will be critical of this statement. The case's workmanship, the excellent IPS screen and the simplicity of use are weighty bonus points of this device. However, Android could at least gain ground in the last point. In terms of computing power, there's not much difference between the Apple A5 processor, which is also found in the new iPhone 4S, and the Nvidia Tegra platform. The iPad is a solid tablet that should simply satisfy the user, not least because of the clever marketing… Acer BTP-60A1

Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF101An author in our editorial office called the Eee Pad Transformer TF101 Tablet from Asus "The logical development of tablets",Acer 4UR18650F-2-QC145 as it fuses two devices: First, an Android tablet with a 10.1 inch screen and second, a netbook. Other advantages of this concept are the IPS screen, the Tegra 2 dual core CPU and the additional interfaces on the keyboard dock. Significant drawbacks are the not inevitably very good mobility of this combination and the price of about €600 (keyboard only: €150). Basically a very good idea from Taiwan, which will likely soon have a new family member called Eee Transformer Prime.Acer 4UR18650F-2-QC185

Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1NThere was a lot of commotion about the Samsung Galaxy 10.1 in the last weeks and months. Acer 916C4310F Apple saw its design patent infringed and Samsung had to consequently take its device from the German market, among others. Now the device is finally available again under the name "Galaxy Tab 10.1N" and with a slightly modified design, which especially stands out with the visible speakers on the front. The innards haven't been changed. Nvidia's Tegra 2 SoC (system-on-a-chip) and Google's Android 3.2 operating system still create the backbone. The Galaxy Tab is likely one of the favorites among Apple's Android contenders.Acer BATSQU410

Lenovo ThinkPad X121eIn the category of "endangered" netbooks, Acer BT.00603.002 the opinion in the editorial office tend to move away from the low-cost Intel Atom netbooks for around €300 or less, to the higher quality and more powerful options. The Lenovo ThinkPad X121e qualifies itself here in view of various configuration options, although it could pass as a subnotebook. Other advantages are the fast hard disk, easy expandability, a very long battery life, a matt 11.6 inch screen with a good brightness (1366x768) and not least, the interesting price-performance ratio. At a start price of about €360, it's not much more expensive than other current netbooks, but it can offer a considerable added value in many points.Acer BT.00803.006

Alienware M17x R3When dealing with gaming notebooks, the name Alienware shouldn't be omitted. Acer BT.00803.012 The Dell department has a high performance device in its range with the M17x. In the meantime, it's available in its third generation (R3). The outstanding performance, including the automatic graphics switching Nvidia Optimus, the design and the good feel are convincing arguments for the 17.3 inch machine. It also moves more toward desktop replacements with a total weight of over four kilograms. The configuration diversity offered in the online shop also has to be emphasized additionally. The price starts at €1499 (RRP) in the mobile premium top range.Acer BT.00806.006