Author Topic: help sd buy a laptop (Read 43594 times)

steve dave · « **on:** March 25, 2011, 08:15:20 AM »

getting a new laptop. know jack crap about buying one as i normally just goes to the sony website and order one. things I want:

not a mac
14-16 inch screen
decent for games but doesn't have to be great (would prefer one of those switching GPU things or whatever for battery life)
looks cool
sandy bridge processor
costs less than $1,500

GO!

steve dave · « **Reply #1 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:16:21 AM »

also, given cord trip debacle 2010 if there is one that has one of those cords that don't break the computer when someone trips on it that would be great.

_33 · « **Reply #2 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:18:16 AM »

Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:16:21 AM

also, given cord trip debacle 2010 if there is one that has one of those cords that don't break the computer when someone trips on it that would be great.

Yeah, Macs have this.

steve dave · « **Reply #3 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:19:47 AM »

Quote from: _33 on March 25, 2011, 08:18:16 AM

Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:16:21 AM
also, given cord trip debacle 2010 if there is one that has one of those cords that don't break the computer when someone trips on it that would be great.

Yeah, Macs have this.

I like being on hemmy's team in mav v. pc tard-offs so this is out

EllToPay · « **Reply #4 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:22:02 AM »

Dr Rick Daris · « **Reply #5 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:23:38 AM »

sd,

you simply cannot get a good laptop for the price that you are wanting to spend. hth.

-jhawkjason

Joker · « **Reply #6 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:28:31 AM »

Good info.

http://reviews.cnet.com/best-laptops/?tag=centerColumnArea1.0;buyAdvice

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #7 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:29:16 AM »

lol at steve dave saying "sandy bridge processor"

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #8 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:40:28 AM »

Here you go. HP Pavillion DV6T Quad edition series.

http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/computer_can_series.do?storeName=computer_store&category=notebooks&a1=Category&v1=High+performance&a2=Screen+size&v2=15.0+-+16.9&series_name=dv6tqe_series&jumpid=in_R329_prodexp/hhoslp/psg/notebooks/High_performance/dv6tqe_series

Quote

With the latest Intel Core processors and optional Radeon HD graphics, our 15.6" (diagonal) premium dv6t Quad Edition, wrapped in new metal finish, is geared for an exceptional experience. 2nd generation power
Get a major power boost with this series' Intel 2nd generation core i7 processor, which features:

Extra performance when you need it; increased energy efficiency when you don't
Intel Turbo Boost Technology1, which automatically speeds up the system when the PC needs extra performance
Intel HT Technology, which lets each processor core simultaneously work on two tasks 2
High frequency and large cache size for even more responsiveness

Configure with -

8GB RAM
2630QM Processor
6770M Radeon Graphics http://www.notebookcheck.net/AMD-Radeon-HD-6770M.43955.0.html
640GB 7400 RPM Drive
higher capacity battery

That's $1074.

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #9 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:42:11 AM »

The 160BGB Solid State drive would be awesome, but they are charging $410 for it, which is kinda pricy. Think of it like a giant USB flash drive for your hard drive, so instead of a slower hard drive with moving parts, this is much faster, quieter and won't break (probably)

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #10 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:43:54 AM »

Get the 3 year warranty w/ accidental damage

WillieWatanabe · « **Reply #11 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:46:50 AM »

listen to Saul.

steve dave · « **Reply #12 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:47:21 AM »

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:29:16 AM

lol at steve dave saying "sandy bridge processor"

copied and pasted that from some computer nerd message board

also, to saul's advice --->

_33 · « **Reply #13 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:48:12 AM »

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:40:28 AM

Here you go. HP Pavillion DV6T Quad edition series.

http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/computer_can_series.do?storeName=computer_store&category=notebooks&a1=Category&v1=High+performance&a2=Screen+size&v2=15.0+-+16.9&series_name=dv6tqe_series&jumpid=in_R329_prodexp/hhoslp/psg/notebooks/High_performance/dv6tqe_series

Quote
With the latest Intel Core processors and optional Radeon HD graphics, our 15.6" (diagonal) premium dv6t Quad Edition, wrapped in new metal finish, is geared for an exceptional experience. 2nd generation power
Get a major power boost with this series' Intel 2nd generation core i7 processor, which features:

Extra performance when you need it; increased energy efficiency when you don't
Intel Turbo Boost Technology1, which automatically speeds up the system when the PC needs extra performance
Intel HT Technology, which lets each processor core simultaneously work on two tasks 2
High frequency and large cache size for even more responsiveness

Configure with -

8GB RAM
2630QM Processor
6770M Radeon Graphics http://www.notebookcheck.net/AMD-Radeon-HD-6770M.43955.0.html
640GB 7400 RPM Drive
higher capacity battery

That's $1074.

It's ugly.

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #14 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:52:27 AM »

Its utilitarian. HP isn't known for making the best looking laptops, but they aren't ugly. Dell, Gateway....ugly.

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #15 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:54:41 AM »

Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:47:21 AM

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:29:16 AM
lol at steve dave saying "sandy bridge processor"

copied and pasted that from some computer nerd message board

Link? Sound like cool guys.

steve dave · « **Reply #16 on:** March 25, 2011, 08:59:57 AM »

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:54:41 AM

Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:47:21 AM
Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:29:16 AM
lol at steve dave saying "sandy bridge processor"

copied and pasted that from some computer nerd message board
Link? Sound like cool guys.

it was on this nerd site:

http://www.tomshardware.com/us/

Rage Against the McKee · « **Reply #17 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:01:30 AM »

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZUXX10

I bought this for $800 last year, and it's great. The battery lasts about 8 hours if you use the energy-saving GPU. Saul's computer would be better for gaming, though.

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #18 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:03:38 AM »

Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:59:57 AM

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:54:41 AM
Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:47:21 AM
Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:29:16 AM
lol at steve dave saying "sandy bridge processor"

copied and pasted that from some computer nerd message board
Link? Sound like cool guys.

it was on this nerd site:

http://www.tomshardware.com/us/

great site. Also like anandtech.

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #19 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:04:45 AM »

What kinda games are you looking to play, Steve Dave?

I'd suggest getting a Steam account if you don't have one. Don't have to mess with having CD/DVD's for games to lug around. Digital distribution, social features, and tons of good sales on games.

Dr Rick Daris · « **Reply #20 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:10:08 AM »

stevedave does not seem like a "gamer" to me.

Mikeyis4dcats · « **Reply #21 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:10:37 AM »

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 09:03:38 AM

Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:59:57 AM
Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:54:41 AM
Quote from: steve dave on March 25, 2011, 08:47:21 AM
Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:29:16 AM
lol at steve dave saying "sandy bridge processor"

copied and pasted that from some computer nerd message board
Link? Sound like cool guys.

it was on this nerd site:

http://www.tomshardware.com/us/
great site. Also like anandtech.

yes, come to the dark side SD.

http://forums.anandtech.com/forumdisplay.php?f=14

Mikeyis4dcats · « **Reply #22 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:12:03 AM »

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 08:40:28 AM

Here you go. HP Pavillion DV6T Quad edition series.

http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/shopping/computer_can_series.do?storeName=computer_store&category=notebooks&a1=Category&v1=High+performance&a2=Screen+size&v2=15.0+-+16.9&series_name=dv6tqe_series&jumpid=in_R329_prodexp/hhoslp/psg/notebooks/High_performance/dv6tqe_series

Quote
With the latest Intel Core processors and optional Radeon HD graphics, our 15.6" (diagonal) premium dv6t Quad Edition, wrapped in new metal finish, is geared for an exceptional experience. 2nd generation power
Get a major power boost with this series' Intel 2nd generation core i7 processor, which features:

Extra performance when you need it; increased energy efficiency when you don't
Intel Turbo Boost Technology1, which automatically speeds up the system when the PC needs extra performance
Intel HT Technology, which lets each processor core simultaneously work on two tasks 2
High frequency and large cache size for even more responsiveness

Configure with -

8GB RAM
2630QM Processor
6770M Radeon Graphics http://www.notebookcheck.net/AMD-Radeon-HD-6770M.43955.0.html
640GB 7400 RPM Drive
higher capacity battery

That's $1074.

whats with the offset trackpad?

Saulbadguy · « **Reply #23 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:14:32 AM »

Quote from: Rick Daris on March 25, 2011, 09:10:08 AM

stevedave does not seem like a "gamer" to me.

He seems like the kind of guy that would need to carry around a usb mini-mouse in his laptop case because "he doesn't like the trackpad"

Mikeyis4dcats · « **Reply #24 on:** March 25, 2011, 09:16:15 AM »

Quote from: Saulbadguy on March 25, 2011, 09:14:32 AM

Quote from: Rick Daris on March 25, 2011, 09:10:08 AM
stevedave does not seem like a "gamer" to me.
He seems like the kind of guy that would need to carry around a usb mini-mouse in his laptop case because "he doesn't like the trackpad"

true. And a pack of alcohol wipes to clean the keyboard.

BTW good luck using that 16" lappy on a crappy airplane tray table.