The ThinkPad X100e is ultraportable and less than $500

Although I've switched to an HP EliteBook as my primary notebook, I'm still a big fan of Lenovo ThinkPads.

You can get a new Lenovo ThinkPad X100e for less than $500, so if you're looking for a professional ultraportable laptop, this could be the right one for you. This isn't your typical netbook either. Here's what you get:

ThinkPad X100e key features

• Sub-3 lbs. starting weight
• Small footprint
• Roomy 11.6" HD display
• Available in Midnight Black and Heatwave Red in smooth finishes (Arctic White not available in the US)
• ISO full-sized, spill-resistant keyboard
• TrackPoint® and multitouch touchpad
• Powerful AMD processor
• Low-light-sensitive Web camera
• Multiple connectivity options
• ThinkVantage® Technologies
• Corporate OS support
• Robust warranty options
• 3 USB ports (1 powered), 4-in-1 media card reader and HD audio

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