For those who want everyday computing capability at a great value, the Compaq Presario CQ61 series Notebook PC delivers in style. Balancing mobility and performance needs at 5.90 lbs.
The CQ61 is powered by AMD processor and ATI graphics technology along with these essential features: 15.6” Diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView display for full-screen views, Integrated high-speed wireless LAN enabling connectivity within hot spots, Altec Lansing speakers delivering smooth audio performance
2GB DDR2 System Memory (2 DIMM) (expandable to 4 GB)
250GB (7200RPM) Hard Drive (SATA), LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, * Up to 4.25 Hours of Battery Life
15.6" Diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1366x768)
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4200 Graphics with 128MB Display Cache Memory with up to 1022MB total graphics memory
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Compaq cq61-420us
Review Date: February 7, 2010
Reviewer: Steven Scanlon,
I purchased this notebook a week ago. With rebates and store sale prices, I paid $[...] total for it. Absolutely first rate on quality of product. Touch pad of this quality is usually reserved for high end units. Full numeric keyboard is a welcome addition. I would have liked to see more hot keys for common used actions. Dual core processor, 3 gigs of RAM, lightscribe DVD writer combine to make you think it's a high end computer. All for less than $[...]. Outstanding value.
Great Value Great Laptop
Review Date: January 31, 2010
Reviewer: leah_ny, Florida
Great computer with HD Screen, the new Windows 7 so user friendly, and I love the expanded keyboard - with numbers set off to the side. I was looking at laptops twice the price ($600-$700) when I saw this one pop up on the best sellers list for Amazon. The only difference between the higher price notebooks and this Compaq is that it does not have a webcam or 4 GB of memory - it only has 2 but is expandable to 4. You can't get a better laptop for the price $379. Very happy with my purchase!
Better than I expected..
Review Date: February 7, 2010
Reviewer: Joshua Rambo, Lake Charles,LA USA
I was wary of buying this laptop at first, was scared away and told bad things about Semperon processors, but all in all this laptop has exceeded my expectations. I originally bought it just to check my emails and chat with friends, maybe some light gaming... but I can play games like Everquest II just fine with quality graphics. I'm sure this laptop wouldn't work well in huge raids but it CAN game despite what I was told by many people.
Only negative thing I can think of would be that it has no HDMI. It has the port sealed off, it is only available on the upgraded models. Also if you are gonna game I'd recommend getting a wireless mouse to go with this, I got the kensington Ci95 M... bit different than normal mice but worth it!
Great for student purchase.
Review Date: March 1, 2010
Reviewer: Devin, Columbia, MD
I am a college student on a limited budget. I wanted a computer for under $500 that I could use for movies, video games, and homework. I bought the CQ61-410US a month ago and it has been working perfectly. I run Counter-Strike source on it and it runs well. It is quiet, has a nice battery life, although I have not let it die yet. I have dropped my laptop a couple times and it still works well. I would definitely recommend buying this. A+
Great machine for the money!
Review Date: March 4, 2010
Reviewer: M. Bronson, Poultney, VT USA
I hadn't bought a new computer in almost 10 years. I chose Compaq because of that - my old workhorse (still functioning) is a Compaq! This laptop is a basic model, but works fine for the purposes for which I bought it. My only complaint is that the battery life is not as advertised, but I seldom take it anywhere that I can't plug it in.
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