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AMD's new mobile processor is a step up from its previous models, but still lags behind Intel in terms of performance. As it stands, you can get laptops that are faster than the 5553G for less.
The Aspire 5741 combines outstanding build quality with brute processor power to become our first choice for a budget laptop.
The B223WG has good, but not outstanding, picture quality. Its adjustable stand is a highlight, but cheaper rivals have higher resolutions and deliver better quality.
This imposing laptop is more about entertainment than processor power, which makes the absence of a 1080p screen all the more telling.
This chunky big-screened laptop has a great battery life but cuts a few too many corners on its features and specification.
A powerful budget laptop with decent battery life, it's let down by the awkwardly-placed touchpad.
A great screen and decent battery life make this a decent ultra-portable, but it's expensive unless you really need the dual graphics chips.
Despite a couple of flaws, Acer's Aspire easyStore is a fast, easy to configure and good-value network storage device.
Despite the fast new Core i3 processor and large screen, the 7740 is let down by a poor keyboard and touchpad.
A decent Core i3 laptop for under £500... but spend a bit more cash and you can get a much better laptop.
