Outstanding features: Lenovo is the latest entrant in the notebook market and has successfully marketed its products.

The high-end notebook from Lenovo, the 3000 N100 boasts of a 15.4" TFT screen with an integrated camera. It runs the Windows XP Home Edition on an Intel Core Duo processor.

It is equipped with 512Mb RAM, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950, 80Gb hard disk drive, 8x Dual Layer DVD burner, four USB 2.0 ports, one Firewire port and a 4-in-1 Multi-card Reader.

It is possible to attach an external monitor with the VGA port. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, data transfer is speedy and easy.

Drawbacks: It has a low battery life.

The final word: With a competitive price and good features, this one from the Chinese IT giant can give its competitors a run for their money.

Price: Rs 65,085