HP Pavilion dv6700t Review

Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit)
Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5450 (1.66GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 667MHz FSB)
15.4" WXGA High-Definition HP Bright View Widescreen Display (1280 x 800)
3GB DDR2 System Memory
NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS (256MB dedicated memory)
HP Imprint (Clay) Finish + Webcam + Microphone
Integrated Altec Lansing stereo speakers
Intel PRO/Wireless 4965AGN Network Connection
250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
Light Scribe Super Multi 8X DVD+/-RW with Double Layer Support
12-Cell Lithium Ion HP Pavilion dv6700t Battery
Dimensions (with 12-cell battery, including feet): 14.1" (L) x 10.1" (W) x 0.75" (min H)/2.0" (max H)
Weight: 6 lb 10 oz (6.625 lb)
65W AC adapter
Part of the HP dv6000 series, the HP Pavilion dv6700t comes with Windows Vista and has a huge 15.4 inch screen encased in a dazzling high-gloss design. It comes with the powerful Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5450 (running at 1.66 GHz) and 3GB DDR2 RAM

HP's glossy "Imprint Finish" on the lid and palm rests remains one of the key design features of the dv6700t. HP's "Imprint Finish" isn't just paint, it's actually a complex process that starts with the molding of the plastics. The swirling design and glossy coat on the HP Imprint Finish is actually "inside" the plastic ... it isn't just a top layer that scratches off.

Battery

The dv6700t is available with the standard 6-cell battery and a 12-cell battery for extended life. laptopbatteryshop.ca Supports HP dv6700t battery came with the 12-cell extended-life battery which raised the back of the notebook. This has the added benefit of improving the angle of the keyboard which makes typing much more enjoyable. However, the 12-cell does increase the overall size and weight of the notebook. With the screen brightness set to about half, wireless on, and Vista power settings set to "Balanced," the dv6700t powered down after 6 hours and 2 minutes. Clearly the 12-cell extended-life battery will provide enough power for most travel situations and the standard 6-cell should be fine for casual use.

One other item of note regarding the battery is that both the 6-cell and 12-cell batteries fit snug inside the notebook and firmly lock into place. In recent months we've seen dozens of notebooks with loose batteries from other companies. We're glad to see that HP still cares about the "fit and finish" on their notebooks.