eMachines G420

eMachines G420 review

It's a very rare thing to find a large widescreen machine at such a low price, but that's exactly what the eMachines G420 offers. While not suited for those after portability, this is a great option if you're looking for a large, comfortable desktop replacement system. The 17.3-inch panel impressed us immensely. The 1440 x 900-pixel resolution allows for a very detailed picture, and colour reproduction is also decent. The sheer size of the screen allows you to easily juggle numerous windows at the same time – ideal if you multi-task applications – while at the same time providing an immersive experience to view anything from word documents to your holiday snaps and DVDs. The shiny Super- TFT screen coating produces distracting reflections, but only in very bright conditions and you'll be fine if you plan to primarily use the machine indoors. eMachines has employed a functional design and the matt-black chassis and lid are attractive enough. The materials used are very durable and provide decent protection for the components inside, which is ideal if young children will be using the laptop. The keyboard is particularly comfortable to use.