I purchased two laptops both on sale and would like your opinions on which to keep-

1- HP G60-230US from Staples 479.99 - 50 rebate = 429.99 (eventually)
Processor Intel Pentium Dual-Core Mobile Processor T4200
Memory (RAM) 3GB
Memory Type DDR2
Memory Expandable to 4GB
Hard Drive Size 320GB
Hard Drive Type SATA
Optical Drive LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVDñR/RW with Double Layer Support
Display Size 16.0"
Display Type High Definition HP BrightView Display
Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1
Battery Type 6-Cell Lithium-Ion
Network Card Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN
Video Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD
Other ports 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader
Bluetooth Enabled No
Dimensions 14.88" (L) x 9.9" (D) x 13.8" (min H) -1.72" (max H)
Weight 6.57lbs
Warranty 1 year

2- Acer Aspire 6930-6455 on clearance at officemax for 384.30
Product Model: 6930-6455
Product Name: Aspire 6930-6455 Notebook
Product Type: Notebook
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core 2 Duo
Processor Model: T5800
Processor Speed: 2GHz
Processor Core: Dual-core
Standard Memory: 4GB
Maximum Memory: 4GB
Memory Technology: DDR2 SDRAM
Memory Standard: DDR2-667/PC2-5300
Hard Drive Capacity: 250GB
Solid State Drive Capacity: Not Included
Optical Drive Type: DVD-Writer
Optical Media Support: DVD-RAM/±R/±RW
Screen Size: 16"
Graphic Mode: WXGA
Display Screen Type: Active Matrix TFT Color LCD
Widescreen: Yes
Graphics Controller Manufacturer: Intel
Graphics Controller Model: GMA 4500MHD
Network Technology: Wi-Fi
Operating System: Windows Vista Home Premium x64
Maximum Battery Run Time: 2.5 Hour
Dimensions: 1.73" Height x 15.16" Width x 10.93" Depth

Keep #2 because Acer laptops are built much sturdier and the deal is a much better bang for the buck than choice #1.

Number # 2 is a better deal , smaller drive , but still better deal..

melanie911 said:if you don't care about screen size (10'')
check asus 1000h or superior

That is a netbook that won't compare in performance to any of the above laptops in any significant way. Netbooks are not replacement for regular laptops.

Just from a performance side, you will be much happier with the Acer. The Core 2 Duo is a better performaing processor and is better for battery life. Overall, I think you will find the better performance as you do more with pictures, videos, etc.

I wouldn't worry about the availability of repair parts. The only easily replaceable parts that often fail on a laptop are the hard drive and power supply. Full-size laptops use 2.5" sata hard drives that are standardized. Power supplies are easy to get. Any other repairs will cost close to the cost of the computer and not be worth doing.