Toshiba Satellite M500-D4314
Show price: TBA* (usual price: $1,999)
Booth: 8143

The boast of this Satellite M500-D4314 notebook PC is a set of built-in Harman Kardon speakers for high-definition audio. Its Intel Core i5-520M processor runs at 2.4GHz, which can be overclocked with Intel's Turbo Boost technology. The machine has a touchscreen display that supports multi-touch gestures for browsing photos and navigating around the PC.

HP ProBook 6440b
$1,699
Booth: 8361

Targeted at business users, the 14-inch HP ProBook 6440b (below) is crafted for professionals who want an affordable notebook that balances business features with mobility. It sports Intel's Core i5-520M 2.4GHz processor, 2GB DDR3 memory and a spill-resistant keyboard that allows minor spills to drain off.

Promotion: Pay $100 more to upgrade to the HP ProBook 6540b that comes with a larger 15.6-inch display and 500GB hard drive.

*TBA: To be announced

Aaron Tan is a freelance writer.

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