Five SSDs walked into a comprehensive review roundup earlier this year; only one left with a LAPTOP Editors' Choice award, and that was the Intel SSD 520. With blazing fast performance, powerful software and custom firmware, the 180GB version is a steal for $130, especially when Best Buy tosses in free shipping. This drive normally costs $200. We can't think of a better (or cheaper) way to turbo-charge your notebook.

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