Just need a basic computer but want quality at a great price? Lenovo's SL510 is just that. The ThinkPad's classic design in configurations ranging from as low as $499. You won't get the best, most ultimate, computer you can buy, but you will get a good machine at a great price.

The SL510 features a 15.6-inch 1366x768 resolution LED backlit display, up to an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, Windows 7, integrated graphics, up to 8GB of RAM, up to 500GB hard drive, CD/DVD recorder, HDMI and VGA outputs, 3 USB 2.0 ports (1 shared with eSATA), 7-in-1 media card reader, WiFi 802.11n, 10/100/1000 ethernet, and optional 2.0 megapixel webcam weighing in at 5.64 pounds.