i5 2430M 2.4GHz | 8Gb RAM | 15.6" | 750Gb HDD | GT540M vid card with 1Gb dedicated RAM | screen res - 1366*768 | DVD Burner | USB 3.0.
Looking through Static Ice and a Google search turned up some OK reviews and a low price of $799 (Australian retailer). It was even suggested in some reviews that this could be a mid range gaming laptop but I would take that with a degree of scepticism.
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2399062,00.asp
http://www.laptopmag.com/review/laptops/acer-aspire-timeline…
http://reviews.cnet.com/laptops/acer-aspire-timelinex-5830tg…
The specs from their website -
Processor: Intel Core i5 2430M 2.4GHz (Turbo 3GHz)
Screen: 15.6 Inch LED Display
Memory: 8GB DDR3 RAM
Storage: 750GB HDD
OS: Windows® 7 Home Premium
Video Chip: 1GB Dedicated nVidia GeForce GT 540M
Connectivity: Wireless IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Gigabit Ethernet
Built-In Devices: USB 3.0, Webcam, Microphone, HDMI, VGA, 3 x USB Ports, Battery 6 Cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) up to 9 hours
Optical Drive: DVD Burner
Warranty: 1 Year Warranty
NEW Aspire TimelineX
The new-generation Aspire TimelineX delivers 25% longer battery1 life for up to 10 hours2, 3 of power — an entire day of multitasking and entertainment — on a single charge. This ultra-slender notebook is just one-inch thin, yet still packs state-of-the-art performance, an HD webcam and a widescreen for a crisp view of digital life wherever you go!
Extremely power-smart
The 2011 Aspire TimelineX pushes it to the extreme with up to 10 hours2, 3 of battery life. Acer's PowerSmart long-life battery retains 80% capacity for more than 1,000 charge cycles, for up to 4 years of use.4 A one-touch LED power indicator lights up in different colors, so you can check your notebook's battery capacity with ease. The Aspire TimelineX optimizes performance and battery life to the max.
Extreme performance
The Aspire TimelineX Series features next-generation Intel® Core™ i Series processors and advanced graphics options for performance that adapts to your needs. An enhanced sound system with Dolby® Home Theater® v4 delivers audio with improved dialogue clarity and tone. Super-speed USB 3.0 transfers data up to ten times faster than before. The extreme performance enhances digital video, games and all-round fun at home or on the road.
Extreme convenience
A one-inch profile and the Cobalt Blue aluminum cover make this notebook ultra-slim, strikingly beautiful and very durable. The chiclet keyboard has nice key spacing for accurate typing, while easy-to-use hotkeys and a multi-gesture touchpad enable superior control. Plus, you can recharge devices like a cell phone or portable media player even if your notebook is turned off, thanks to the innovative USB power-off charging feature.
Extreme connectivity
The Aspire TimelineX features advanced communication techologies to keep you well-connected wherever you go. The Acer Crystal Eye HD webcam with 720p high-definition audio/visual recording enables ultra-clear face-to-face chats with family and friends. Today's finest connectivity options include 3G, Bluetooth® 3.0+HS, 802.11b/g/n wireless and Gigabit Ethernet, ensuring strong Internet access while you're on the move.
no mention of screen resolution, so for anyone that wants to know:
"1366 x 768 pixels and a glossy surface"
from http://www.notebookcheck.net/Review-Acer-Aspire-5830TG-Noteb…