Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 review Perfect if you like to watch films or play games, but its poor battery life and touchpad prevent the Z580 from achieving true greatness
£550
Dell S2740L review Excellent brightness and contrast levels, but its glossy display will drive you mad
£298
Schenker XMG A722 review A powerful 17in gaming laptop at a good price, but it's let down by its screen and touchpad
£993
Steinberg Cubase 7 review Has improved ergonomics and is still incredibly powerful, but you need to invest time to get the best out of it
£435
Scan 3XS Graphite LG10 review It's powerful, can play the latest games and has a Full HD screen, but the LG10’s chassis is a bit boring and the keyboard a bit frustrating
£1143
Far Cry 3 review It takes a while to get into, but this varied open-world shooter is worth the effort