HP has announced three new laptops that are based on AMD processors. The new models that have been introduced are the Pavilion dv9500z ($ 1,000), dv6500z ($ 750) and Compaq Presario v6500z ($ 500). While the first two models are aimed at multimedia desktop replacements, the final one is an entry-level machine. The AMD processors that are on offer on these machines are variations of the Turion 64 X2 58/60/62/64 chips.The 17-inch dv9500z is a desktop replacement machine with Nvidia GeForce Go 7150M or 8400M GS graphics chipset, comes with max up to 4 GB of RAM, up to 500 HDD storage, HD DVD drive, 17.1 inch LCD panel with 1680 x 1050 resolution, fingerprint reader, webcam, microphone, a/b/g/n wireless, Bluetooth, Verizon Wireless V740 ExpressCard, digital TV Tuner, and Windows Vista. The same specifications are applicable for the dv6500z except max storage is reduced to 250 GB.The 15.4-inch Presario v6500z provides up to 2 GB RAM, max 160 GB hard drive, dual layer DVD burner, GeForce Go 7150M graphics, a/b/g/n wireless, Bluetooth, ExpressCard, TV Tuner, and Windows Vista. No word on availability yet