HP PAVILION DV9790EA REVIEW ANOTHER DESKTOP REPLACEMENT LAPTOP

If you're looking for a notebook that can keep you entertained as well as assist you get your work done, the HP Pavilion dv9790ea is surely well positioned for the task. This bulky desktop replacement shows off loads of power and can reveal its prowess for gaming. A hefty piece of innovation, sure, but is it great value?

Design
Build wise the notebook is not the one that defines futuristic, But with added oodles of entertainment, the laptop is surely a winner. The notebook with the 17 inch screen is designed typically for the desktop replacement sector of the emerging notebook sector. Portability is never the high point on the agenda when it comes to desktop replacement laptops, and the dv9790ea is no exception from the list. It's marginally lighter than few of the other 17-inch notebooks, but weighing at 3.5kg it's still a hefty lump to carry around.

Performance
If you're behind a unit that'll tackle your strenuous activity, the dv9790ea is more than fit for the job. It's propelled by Intel's 2nd quickest mobile chip yet the all new Core 2 Duo T9300, clocking at 2.5GHz. There's a performance pounded 4GB of RAM included too, so it's no surprise that it shed little sweat in terms of performance, easing its way to achieve a high end performance scores in testing.

It is a potential gamer too, thanks to its Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT graphics accelerator chip. With 500 GB of memory and the Windows Media Centre just adds up your entertainment spec to a different level and the TV tuner card comes a loaded bonus. The finger print reader is boosting factor for the security font of the notebook.
Portability and Battery life is something that this laptop surely drops short. With the power sustainability of just 1 hour and 21 minutes is nothing to be proud about. High definition is surely its merit point, so absence of Blu-Ray option jus fuels the negative factors.

Overall
If you desire a quick machine you can easily progress from room to room, the HP Pavilion dv9790ea will definitely suits the bill. It is gallant enough for the odd bit of gamer boy attitude, but the low spec display resolution and inadequate battery life are disappointing news.

Pros
+ Decent performer
+ Acceptable Gaming skills
+ In built TV Tuner for entertainment
+ Good security options via fingerprint reader

Cons
- Screen resolution is no bonus
- Blu-Ray option not there
- Battery life is poor
- Bulky and a bit heavy to lug around

Value For Money

Our Rating