Need help. - Off-topic

So im headed off to college I currently have a Vaio with a core duo processor it is running windows 7 but its kinda falling apart. I already had to replace the fan. I'm looking for a new laptop and want some advice on what to get. I'm an engineering student so CAD is a consideration. I'm thinking ultrabook. Thank you.
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DJ1994 said:
So im headed off to college I currently have a Vaio with a core duo processor it is running windows 7 but its kinda falling apart. I already had to replace the fan. I'm looking for a new laptop and want some advice on what to get. I'm an engineering student so CAD is a consideration. I'm thinking ultrabook. Thank you.
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What kind of budget are you looking at?

I'll take all suggestions. I think its relatively high my parents are helping.
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I'll take all suggestions. I think its relatively high my parents are helping.
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Alright well in that case I will throw up some links for you to some good laptops.

Don't skimp on RAM. 8 gigs is my minimum, 16 is better. Windows 7 (and 8) will run a lot better with more RAM.

ASUS R500VM-MS71 It is $800 at Micro Center and is an awesome laptop. This is the one I personally own.
MSI G Series GE60 - $1,200 from Newegg
Check out more at Newegg just make sure to sort by rating.

StormMcCloud said:
ASUS R500VM-MS71 It is $800 at Micro Center and is an awesome laptop. This is the one I personally own.
MSI G Series GE60 - $1,200 from Newegg
Check out more at Newegg just make sure to sort by rating.
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That first one looks like an awesome deal I'll have to keep it under consideration but I do like the idea of a smaller screen and an ssd that is why I was thinking Ultrabook. I really do appreciate the help you are giving me.

DJ1994 said:
That first one looks like an awesome deal I'll have to keep it under consideration but I do like the idea of a smaller screen and an ssd that is why I was thinking Ultrabook. I really do appreciate the help you are giving me.
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I'm actually going to be throwing a SSD into my laptop. Even without it though it is really quick. Plus it has dual video cards. The standard Intel card runs when you are doing simple stuff like browsing the web to save power. Once you start something that is graphics intensive the Nvidia GT 630M kicks in.
I play Diablo 3 on max settings on this thing just fine.

Hp envy spectare is something that you would like.. i am an architect so i use AutoCAD all the time.. this thing handles it well.. I've seen my collegues useing it..
But my personal suggesstion don't go for much small screen if you use CAD..
Buy a msi GE60-0ND-042US.. I use it personally and I'm happy with it in all aspects..

I went to best buy today to look around and I really like the series 9 and the new zenbook. I'm really into the idea of an ultrabook
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My First Macbook Pro! Tell me whatchu think!

SubTotal: $3,694.00
Tax: $287.69
Shipping Charge: $18.00
Total: $3,999.69
Specs:
2.3GHz Quad-core Intel Core i7
Intel HD Graphics 3000
AMD Radeon HD 6750M with 1GB GDDR5
8GB 1333MHZ DDR3 SDRAM - 2X4GB
512GB Solid State Drive
8x Double-Layer SuperDrive
MBP 17" HR Glossy WS Display
Will I be happy with this Macbook pro? Do you like your mac?
M_T_M said:
For a $4000 device!??
You better be more than happy mate.......that thing better makes you breakfast and iron your clothes at least!!
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What he said...........
$4000 - You could have had 2 laptops 2 phones and still gone out for a slap up meal afterwards........................
conantroutman said:
What he said...........
$4000 - You could have had 2 laptops 2 phones and still gone out for a slap up meal afterwards........................
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And have change to spare
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Niice Specs there
I just wanted a Macbook to develop on, play games, and watch movies, and I had to have the 1980x1200 resolution or it would of been pointless to get. I wanted the max the device out so that I wouldnt have to worry about not having the hardware needed to do whatever I needed to do.
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I just wanted a Macbook to develop on, play games, and watch movies, and I had to have the 1980x1200 resolution or it would of been pointless to get. I wanted the max the device out so that I wouldnt have to worry about not having the hardware needed to do whatever I needed to do.
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If it fulfills your needs, it's a great purchase
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Does anyone actually use mac here? Do you like yours?
Excused said:
Does anyone actually use mac here? Do you like yours?
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I have a macbook Air
I looked at the Macbook Air, I love it.. I just need more processing power, ram, and GPU than what it offeres. Its still a great computer.
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And have change to spare
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Nah no change..........
Im talking a SLAP-UP meal..........
Fresh pan fried swans hearts wrapped in gold leaf............monkey brain soup in a diamond encrusted bowl.......etc etc
I have a 13 inch black Macbook that I got about three years ago, love it. It still runs like the first day I got it. I will definitely purchase another mac in the future.
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4000 for a non sandybridged mac...
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you so got ripped off...
imho if I'm spending 2000 it's because it is a convertible tablet pc not an overpriced pos...
domineus said:
4000 for a non sandybridged mac...
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you so got ripped off...
imho if I'm spending 2000 it's because it is a convertible tablet pc not an overpriced pos...
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Intel Core i7-2820QM @ 2.30GHz Benchmarked @ 7,286 is pretty good.
Did you get the OnetoOne when you bought your mac?
Floraaa said:
Did you get the OnetoOne when you bought your mac?
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Nope. Why?
The MB pros are sweet machines. They're solid and well-engineered, and will generally last longer than the cheaper windows laptops which makes them worth the extra money in my opinion.
I just got a macbook pro 13" about a month ago. Purchases that onetoone. It's pretty awesome. You go to like "class" at the mac store and they help you with anything you need.
ill tell ya wat i think , in your place id feel like i just bought a $2000 lappy , got home , and reaized i left my wallet ontop of the car in the parking lot with another $2000 in it ... thats how id feel
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ill tell ya wat i think , in your place id feel like i just bought a $2000 lappy , got home , and reaized i left my wallet ontop of the car in the parking lot with another $2000 in it ... thats how id feel
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Bwahahahaha!
I just don't get it,
why won't you n00bs leave our off-topic in peace.
Who cares if you are idiot enough to pay $4000 for a screen and a keyboard with an eaten apple on them

New PC

So I'm in the market for a new desktop. Its been 8 or so years since a last purchased a PC. Intel or AMD and why? Not looking for super powerhouse ultra gaming rig. Just a reliable fast family computer. I've been looking at either gateway Dx series or HP elite.
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Far better off with a custom built than any branded stuff...even if you get someone to build it for you...cheaper..in most cases more reliable and easier to repair if anything does go wrong. Mine is still going strong from a good four years ago and by strong I mean playing the latest games with ease...works out cheaper in long run too...
I know you said dont need a gaming rig...I myself dont really use it for gaming but just like to use games as a benchmark.
How much are you looking to spend?
Not a whole lot. 600 to 700. Buy.com has a gateway I was checking out. Dx 4320_17. 600 shipped.
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Dude...
1. You live in the US. Heard of newegg.com? It'll save you a few hundred bucks. Just come back with the specs that you want and I'll help you balance the thing.
2. I personally support AMD (underdog syndrome), but you should support Intel at the moment (the Core i7 is awesome, and so is the Sandy Bridge series). AMD might have Bulldozer to brag about, but until it arrives in the market, I can't see the benefit.
3. For mid-range usage, AMD will definitely trump Intel when it comes to price-to-performance ratios.
4. If you wanna game a little, get a nice mobo with Crossfire and invest in a upper-mid range GPU from AMD/ATI. Once new games are semi-unplayable, invest in another GPU and Crossfire that rig. Their Crossfire solutions are much better than NVIDIA can ever claim to reach.
5. Invest in a good 20+" monitor. You'll love me for this.
I've never done a build your own system. I'm after something like a phenom x4 or x6, 1tb hd, 8gb ram. There are a couple on newegg in the do it yourself section that look pretty damn close to what I'm after. I just don't know good components from so so components. Like what type of ram, what brand motherboard. That kinda stuff.
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Check Woot.com
I would say occasionally check sites like woot.com or slick deals and just
find the best deal you can on the PC with a decent amount of RAM and disk space. Even if you aren't heavy into games RAM, Disk space will be your friends. Im more of an intel fan boy myself so I would suggest an i3 or even an older dual core will do the job as well.
Problem is if you don't already have a monitor/keyboard - that $500.00 at Newegg is going to get you the same type of computer you'd already be purchasing.
My recommendation is to get the HP vs. the Gateway. I've worked on both types and the new HP's seem to be using a little bit better of quality equipment. Sure the onboard everything blows... but you could in the future rip out the mother board and get a video/sound card later.
Just make sure your not getting some funky type of mini-ATX setup otherwise you'll be throwing out the computer within a few years.
For a decent home built system you'd need about $1000.00
$200.00 for a monitor
$ 50-100.00 for the case
$ 100-200.00 for the PSU
$ 100 for a Vid Card
$ 75-100.00 for Mobo
$ 80-200.00 for CPU
$ 80-200.00 for Memory
$ 50.00 for decent keyboard/mouse
You can play with the amounts... but you would want to "future-proof" and try and get components that you can upgrade later.
I figure the mouse and keyboard I can use from my current setup. Both logitech. Same with my 23"monitor. Or I could run hdmi to my 58"plasma. So I'm cool there. The mobo looks like its amd 880 series. Mid tower. phenom II 6 core. 700 w psu. Blu ray. 8gb ram. For about $600.
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think about sandy bridge cpu's. great performance and very good for it's price.
Amd powa
For Dell,
http://configure.us.dell.com/dellst...1&c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&model_id=inspiron-570
HP
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883147692
Prebuilt with a monitor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883103350
For a monitor, find one on newegg for cheap.
Check out Newegg's combo deals:
http://www.newegg.com/Special/Combo...o&action=search&SortField=0&PageSize=50&Page=
This one looks good:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.569868
one thing to be careful though, the PCIE slot is 16x and 4x, which means the second card will be crippled.
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Check out Newegg's combo deals:
http://www.newegg.com/Special/Combo...o&action=search&SortField=0&PageSize=50&Page=
This one looks good:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.569868
one thing to be careful though, the PCIE slot is 16x and 4x, which means the second card will be crippled.
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The first and second slots probably aren't even gonna be used...
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The first and second slots probably aren't even gonna be used...
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I recommended that unit because it is quite future proof. 700w, Phenom II x6, decent mobo for single card GPU. It caters to the power user while having the potential to upgrade to a upper-mainstream gaming rig.
And it is within his budget and specifications (albeit not the 8GB RAM).
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Check out Newegg's combo deals:
http://www.newegg.com/Special/Combo...o&action=search&SortField=0&PageSize=50&Page=
This one looks good:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.569868
one thing to be careful though, the PCIE slot is 16x and 4x, which means the second card will be crippled.
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Funny. I've had that one in my cart for three days to compare to others.
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Funny. I've had that one in my cart for three days to compare to others.
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The combo is kinda ok if you are not planning on going crossfire. Like I said, the major weakness of the mobo is that it runs on 16x+4x crossfire, instead of 16x+16x slots. I am using its predecessor. My next major upgrade will be a mobo that does REAL crossfire instead
No crossfire here. I don't do pc gaming anymore. At least not enough to warrant a crossfire setup. A single 5870 will be 10 times what I need.
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No crossfire here. I don't do pc gaming anymore. At least not enough to warrant a crossfire setup. A single 5870 will be 10 times what I need.
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You should probably go for a higher end GPU if you can afford it. Saves upgrading in the long run and flexibility to support multi-monitor setup later.

[OFFTOPIC] PC help (:

hey guys, i have a laptop but i want to upgrade my processor. my laptop is.. well.. not the best lol. The make it quick and short. I have a hp-pavilion DV4 laptop Specs:
Processor: AMD Turion (tm) X2 Ultra- Dual Core Mobile ZM-80 2.10 Ghz
RAM: 4.00 GB
i would like to know if i should get a intel i3 (if i can even run it ) or what should i change or is this the best processor i can get? ive been reading online but its confusing , so i asked here because im trying to learn how to dev and i want a good laptop
i Hope i dont get flamed, thanks !
Ok let me put this simple you can put an intel chip in a amd socket. Its like puting gasoline in a diesel truck. Simply doesnt work or fit for that matter
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Go to page 126 u will see your choices in amd proccessors nothing really a whole lot better you should stick with what you got. Its not worth it, save your money get a better laptop.
Google is your friend this was the 3rd link barely had to even search.
A+ Certified
http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01597750.pdf
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That and you can't really upgrade a laptop. 1. no one sells processors for them. And 2. Cracking open the laptop to get to the processor will void any possible warranty it might have.
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I agree with the above posts. Its not worth upgrading a lap top. Just get a new one
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Okay, thanks guys. Anyone know a good laptop but on the cheap side? Lol thanks again
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Okay, thanks guys. Anyone know a good laptop but on the cheap side? Lol thanks again
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Your best bet is to get a deal off ebay ive goten a bunch at like 4 in the morning because theres alot less people to compete with. If your looking for something cheap its not going to be powerful same thing in phone world too. If your lucky you could mabe get a laptop with a broken screen and replace the screen and save a bunch but you have to do alot of research. Stay away from dv7s and dv6000s and dv9000s they have video chip issues where they stop showing video(hps version of the red ring of death). Craigslist might be a good idea too becouse when people are poor they sell **** for what ever they can get but craigslist has no return policy like paypal and ebay do. Good luck i hope i gave you some good insight.
Its all really just statistics. Lol
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That and you can't really upgrade a laptop. 1. no one sells processors for them. And 2. Cracking open the laptop to get to the processor will void any possible warranty it might have.
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Not always true. I have an Acer that the CPU can be upgraded. I found a faster one on newegg but didn't get it. You need to do your homework before buying crap too. Know the CPU, chipset, form factor of the CPU, etc. You will also produce more heat and consume more battery with a bigger engine in it. You might be able to go the route of replacing the hard drive with a solid state and faster/lower cas ram. I think you'll notice more of a speed improvement with those two things than just a CPU. Put the maximum amount of ram your laptop chipset can support. Get matched ram (don't mix different brands and models of ram). My old 1.2 c2d Intel Acer can run circles around my gf's laptop that is years newer and faster CPU than mine. I just put the maximum, fastest, matched ram in it, a 7200rpm drive with a bigger cache, Arctic silver heat sink compound on the CPU, gpu, and (I forgot the third major chip, I'm having a brain fart). I also put an old and small heat sink on the brain fart chip. Hers is like maybe a 2.2 newer generation dual core Intel and mine is still quicker. I don't know why but it is. Way back when,I did a lot of research before I bought the Acer and knew under it's hood was no slouch for the price. It wasn't no alien ware but it was decent.
Why don't you post your budget, and what you plan on using the laptop for? I'm sure people will be more than happy to suggest stuff to you if they come across something!
davidc23 said:
hey guys, i have a laptop but i want to upgrade my processor. my laptop is.. well.. not the best lol. The make it quick and short. I have a hp-pavilion DV4 laptop Specs:
Processor: AMD Turion (tm) X2 Ultra- Dual Core Mobile ZM-80 2.10 Ghz
RAM: 4.00 GB
i would like to know if i should get a intel i3 (if i can even run it ) or what should i change or is this the best processor i can get? ive been reading online but its confusing , so i asked here because im trying to learn how to dev and i want a good laptop
i Hope i dont get flamed, thanks !
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If you want to dev on a laptop, you need something of the i5 or i7 range, as compiling takes a lot of CPU and RAM. However, for the price of a good laptop, you could get a really good computer. I would recommend building your own over a laptop, but if it has to be a laptop, something in the $700 range would be good.
Look at Samsung's ultrabooks.
DonutGrunt said:
If you want to dev on a laptop, you need something of the i5 or i7 range, as compiling takes a lot of CPU and RAM. However, for the price of a good laptop, you could get a really good computer. I would recommend building your own over a laptop, but if it has to be a laptop, something in the $700 range would be good.
Look at Samsung's ultrabooks.
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Exactly
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If you want a good laptop with build quality in mind, look for Asus and Lenovo ones with a Sandy bridge processor along with a Nvidia GPU.
I personally like the Asus G & K series along with the Lenovo Y series (570).
Going to warn you that if you build your own then watch out for pricing. Currently most of the tech companies are overpricing everything due to the thailand lfoods and shortages of HDD's.
But if you do decide to make your own computer, visit places such as tomshardware.com / overclockers.net / hardocp.com / anandtech.com and ask around...
Just sayin
DonutGrunt said:
If you want to dev on a laptop, you need something of the i5 or i7 range, as compiling takes a lot of CPU and RAM. However, for the price of a good laptop, you could get a really good computer. I would recommend building your own over a laptop, but if it has to be a laptop, something in the $700 range would be good.
Look at Samsung's ultrabooks.
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I feel like building one now lol, im done with laptops
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I would never build a laptop. I always preferred building desktops lmao
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locoboi187 said:
I would never build a laptop. I always preferred building desktops lmao
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He never even said he was building a laptop
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OP your laptop sounds fine hardware wise, check your software if you're having issues.
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I feel like building one now lol, im done with laptops
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If you feel like building one, feel free to PM me, i will help you with practically anything you need. I've built around 10 PC's for family, friends and myself.
Currently have an
i5 2500k
GTX 570
4 GB DDR3 RAM
120 GB SSD
500 GB 7200 RPM HDD
I once picked out parts for my cousin that lived in New York, me in Minnesota and helped him build his own through the phone. Granted it took 3 hours, but he loves it.
It's not exactly complicated, it's just like building Lego's
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OP your laptop sounds fine hardware wise, check your software if you're having issues.
I don't think I'm having hardware issues
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If you feel like building one, feel free to PM me, i will help you with practically anything you need. I've built around 10 PC's for family, friends and myself.
Currently have an
i5 2500k
GTX 570
4 GB DDR3 RAM
120 GB SSD
500 GB 7200 RPM HDD
I once picked out parts for my cousin that lived in New York, me in Minnesota and helped him build his own through the phone. Granted it took 3 hours, but he loves it.
It's not exactly complicated, it's just like building Lego's
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sent!
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You will find all the answers to your questions here....I'm a member there and would be happy to help

Laptop recommendations?

I have been looking for a new laptop but can't decide, I'll list specs that I'd want for my future laptop:
Intel i7 processor
500gb+ hdd
4gb+ ram
1gb dedicated graphics
1920x1080 resolution
at least 5+ hr battery life
under 6lb
Thats about it. Any help would be appreciated .
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I have been looking for a new laptop but can't decide, I'll list specs that I'd want for my future laptop:
Intel i7 processor
500gb+ hdd
4gb+ ram
1gb dedicated graphics
1920x1080 resolution
at least 5+ hr battery life
under 6lb
Thats about it. Any help would be appreciated .
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Alienware? What kind of gpu?
AOKP 4 LYF
Do you have a budget or are you rich? Laptops are so expensive!
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I always recommend to my friends, Dell.
Good quality and prices (No, i don't work for Dell )
I just ordered an HP with an i7 quad core processor (2.4Ghz)
an HD screen
2GB Radeon Graphics card
A dual drive (160GB SSD/500GB HDD)
8GB RAM
9 cell battery
and a 17.3 screen
It cost a crap load though
I'll post pics when it gets here
But it isn't under 6lbs.
Maybe a Dell XPS? They are lighter
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macbook, i know the prices are high and the specs arent the best but my 06 macbook runs like brand new seriously all my friends and i got new laptops after graduating in 06 i got a macbook n they all bought a pc type, now 6 years later they all went through 2-3 laptops and ended up giving in n buying a macbook now they are all fans of it n love it no problems so far
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Alienware? What kind of gpu?
AOKP 4 LYF
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Idk which is better, AMD Radeon or NVIDIA geforce?
det1988 said:
macbook, i know the prices are high and the specs arent the best but my 06 macbook runs like brand new seriously all my friends and i got new laptops after graduating in 06 i got a macbook n they all bought a pc type, now 6 years later they all went through 2-3 laptops and ended up giving in n buying a macbook now they are all fans of it n love it no problems so far
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I heard that for durability macbooks are the way to go and for max performance (what I need) PC's are better. Im also a big DIY person so I need a laptop that when the warranty ends, I can take it apart without much hassle. At one time i wanted a macbook but I just dont feel like its for me.
Samsung nowadays has cheap/budget laptops with great specs. But sad that when it comes to laptops, everyone only thinks about Dell, Sony Vaio, HP, etc..
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Samsung nowadays has cheap/budget laptops with great specs. But sad that when it comes to laptops, everyone only thinks about Dell, Sony Vaio, HP, etc..
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I found 2 laptops that im interested in: Samsung series 7 chronos and ASUS N55SF I liked the Samsung cause it was portable and powerful and same for the ASUS.
I don't see whats wrong with dell, Im using a dell that I've had for almost 4 years even though at one point it broke but it wasn't my fault. Dells in my opinion seem like they can take a beating and keep on running my processor gets average ratings in the windows score index and overall there weren't any major problems that I've had with Dell
Any Samgsung series 7 or 9 are REALLY nice. i'd definietly recommend em.
Without any doubt Dells are good. But due to their Brand name, the offer price is high and when compared to Samsung, not only the price is less, but also you'll get major increment in the hardware specs.
An example should be a Dell Inspiron comes with :-
Intel core i3 2nd gen/3GB RAM/320GB HDD/14" screen/1.3MP cam/No OS/Glossy screen
whereas a Samsung (no idea about model) comes with :-
Intel core i3 2nd gen/4GB RAM/750GB HDD/15" screen(with numpad keys)/1.3MP cam/No OS/Matt-finish non reflective screen
And the price is, Samsung still is under for some penny's than Dell Inspiron.
Not sure whether its true, but heard Samsung provides "their own" produced hardwares to their Laptops except processor. But in case of Dell/HP/Vaio the HDD should be Seagate/Samsung or RAM should be of Transcend's.
Just don't buy any Toshiba...
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Babydoll25 said:
I just ordered an HP with an i7 quad core processor (2.4Ghz)
an HD screen
2GB Radeon Graphics card
A dual drive (160GB SSD/500GB HDD)
8GB RAM
9 cell battery
and a 17.3 screen
It cost a crap load though
I'll post pics when it gets here
But it isn't under 6lbs.
Maybe a Dell XPS? They are lighter
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how much did you pay for those specs?
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how much did you pay for those specs?
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1800 about...after 450$ in in instant rebates
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stamatis16 said:
Just don't buy any Toshiba...
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why not? me and my dad both have toshiba laptops, they're the most reliable things ever.
Babydoll25 said:
1800 about...after 450$ in in instant rebates
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That's a lot... Did you use coupon?
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Babydoll25 said:
1800 about...after 450$ in in instant rebates
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If I had the same amount, I would go for Alienware m15
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6075916 said:
If I had the same amount, I would go for Alienware m15
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I would avoid Alienware like the plague, they're just a pretty looking Dell with a different sticker on it.
Personally I use:
http://www.hhgregg.com/asus-laptop-pc-with-intel-i7-2670qm-processor/item/G74SXRH71
ASUS ROG. I have the next step up from this model. They run cold, quiet, and are just straight up beast for the money.
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iynfynity said:
That's a lot... Did you use coupon?
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Yes. I went to LogicBuy first. The savings without it was 100$ less.
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Hello all,
I was wondering what the perfect compromise between performance and battery life and style would be. My budget is $3000.
I have been looking at mostly HP's and Asus's.
Any suggestions?
Irish Enigma said:
Hello all,
I was wondering what the perfect compromise between performance and battery life and style would be. My budget is $3000.
I have been looking at mostly HP's and Asus's.
Any suggestions?
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That's quite a bit to work with... looked at G75VW? Could easily afford that, a SSD, and some more accessories for it... Asus is better built in my opinion...
What do you want it for? Gaming, desktop replacement, screen size, what weight etc.
Irish Enigma said:
Hello all,
I was wondering what the perfect compromise between performance and battery life and style would be. My budget is $3000.
I have been looking at mostly HP's and Asus's.
Any suggestions?
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Stay away from HP, worst battery life ever and the specs aren't very good either. Asus on the other hand is one of the best laptops around; build quality, performance and all.
With a budget like that, why not go for a MacBook Pro with Retina Display?
zapjb said:
What do you want it for? Gaming, desktop replacement, screen size, what weight etc.
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I have a desktop. I want it mainly for the basics but when it needs to, replace my desktop. I would like at least a 15in screen full HD.
Asus would be the brand im looking for. Mac book is a no no because it can't be upgraded
Also 5hrs of battery life would be ideal
Does any body know the battery life is, on the asus n76v2 ds71.
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Deeco7 said:
Stay away from HP, worst battery life ever and the specs aren't very good either. Asus on the other hand is one of the best laptops around; build quality, performance and all.
With a budget like that, why not go for a MacBook Pro with Retina Display?
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This x900000. Retina Macbook Pro is the way to go.
OptimusLove said:
This x900000. Retina Macbook Pro is the way to go.
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MacBook absolutely a no go. Bump I'm also looking at Samsung 7 series
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Irish Enigma said:
MacBook absolutely a no go. Bump I'm also looking at Samsung 7 series
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Macbook is a GO!! YOU CAN DUAL BOOT INDOWS IN IT ANYWAYS
You should wait for windows 8 laptop. Asus have the taichi laptop which looks cool to me.
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One major aspect to think about with any laptop is build quality. laptops tend to get moved about quite a bit and can take a beating, i neglected this when getting a laptop a few years back resulting in my now having a perfectly good laptop that has no screen as it was badly built. Macs are good for this being a single piece of metal but the lack of upgradeability is a definite drawback. Try to get a look at whatever your going to get in a shop before buying.
DO NOT BUY HP LAPTOP.bad usee expirience..my advice
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I advice you to take a look at dell & Toshiba laptops too. HP worst experience
The vizeos look real nice
Best brands: Acer and Asus
You can go for Macbook too
Don't forget to compare whatever is out there at its level / price... I went for an MSI instead of an alienware both were specd equally but the alienware had a 1k bump in price over the msi ..... I know It was a gamble but now I see a lot complaining about the alienware and I'm pretty happy with my MSI
Spec around 1.5gb vid card 16gb ram a fast proc and ssd hard drives and amazingly great/clear/loud speakers... this sound from a laptop is almost impossible
sent using something that looks pretty strange now after all the flashing n bricking n ..... anyways it still works ^_^
Make sure you get a SSD!
check out the latest sony vaio Z model
That laptop is super lightweight and powerful :good:
I own an asus g72gx and it is a good laptop however if you have the money check out samsung gamer 7 serie
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