On our battery test, which cycles 10 minutes of video and then 10 minutes of typing, the S406 held out for exactly 6 hours.

If you're looking for more power, albeit with a bigger hit to your wallet, the (priced at $1399 as of July 18) may be a better fit. It has a slightly smaller screen (13.4 inches) and a 256GB SSD, which significantly boosts performance.

Overall, the Toshiba Satellite U845-S406 is a great option if you need just a little extra power for work on the go, but don't feel like shelling out cash for a desktop replacement.