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Advice on buying a laptop

  • 25-02-2011 2:06pm
    #1
    scarlettfever
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20 ✭


    Hi, I unexpectedly need to buy a new laptop in a hurry (will be buying tomorrow) and I don't have time to do any research so if any-one could give me some advice that would be great:

    Budget: €500
    Use: College work, web browsing, streaming, downloading and playing media, small bit of programming but nothing very heavy (java & PHP)
    Brand & OS: Preferably not HP as my now-defunct laptop was one and had alot of trouble with it. Generally use Windows.
    Screen: Not looking for a netbook so a screen of say 12-14" would be good. Don't need HD or anything.
    Battery: A really good battery would be a great bonus, the old HP lasted for about 20 minutes.

    I don't need it to be high-powered enough for gaming (nothing higher than The Sims anyway :)) or anything but I've had trouble with other laptops not being able to play films etc that I've downloaded because they couldn't handle them (kept freezing etc) so I'm really looking to avoid that.
    I really don't know alot about laptops but I'd like to avoid going into a store and getting talked into buying something I don't want/need so any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!!!


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  • #2
    foghlu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 210 ✭✭foghlu


    http://www.laptopsdirect.ie/Toshiba_Satellite_C660-155_-_Core_i3-380_2.53GHz_4GB_320GB_15.6_Win7HP_64B_PSC0QE-01100CEN/version.asp

    quick google came up with this, have always been a fan of toshiba and found them very reliable

    you should have loads of choice in your range though!


  • #3
    foghlu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 210 ✭✭foghlu


    Sorry just realised you prob want a bricks and mortar store in ireland as you are buying tomorrow... that model would prob cost a bit more in stores over here!


  • #4
    mastermind2005
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 339 ✭✭mastermind2005


    Personally a HP fan.

    Suggest reading this...

    http://www.lynch.ie/wordpress/index.php/489/


  • #5
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 18,962 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    why the obsession with bricks and mortar shops - you save so much online and get the same sort of warranties anyway...

    the only good deals in B+M shops in Ireland appear to be the occasional good deal from Argos.

    However - these are generally only on 15.6 inch screen laptops.

    if you want a 12 to 14 inch laptop I'd really recommend going online.

    Here's a decent 13.3 inch dual-core low voltage Lenovo. I have a laptop with the same chip and it will do all that you are asking for.

    http://www.saveonlaptops.co.uk/Lenovo_IdeaPad_U350_1034189.html

    That would cost you less than €400 delivered. Battery life good at 7 to 8 hours. Lightweight at 1.6kg. Nice screen.

    This is similar except has bigger hard drive, hdmi, more ram. probably worth it for the hdmi.

    http://www.saveonlaptops.co.uk/Lenovo_IdeaPad_U350_1034188.html

    delivery in 2 days from that site for £9.95 so you'd have it quickly. best deals anywhere on that site at the mo.


  • #6
    jetski
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 820 ✭✭✭jetski


    also take a look on dabs.ie


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  • #7
    Thrill
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,485 ✭✭✭Thrill


    This Acer is 549 euro at Argos, a tad above your budget but it's got a 14" screen, up to 8 hours battery life as well as.....

    http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/5083390/c_1/1|category_root|Office%2C+PCs+and+phones|14418968/c_2/3|15701344|Laptops+and+netbooks|14419039/c_3/4|cat_14419039|Laptops|14419040.htm
    The lightweight Acer Timeline X 4820T 14in laptop offers extreme performance and connectivity on the move. This thin, elegant laptop has a battery life of up to an incredible 8 hours allowing you to make the most of its fantastic features that include HD display, Intel Core i3 processor, built-in webcam and all the benefits of Windows 7 Premium.
    CPU and Memory:
    • Intel Core i3 350M.
    • 2.26GHz processor speed.
    • 3GB DDR3 RAM memory.
    • 250GB SATA hard drive.
    Display features:
    • 14in display.
    • Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels.
    DVD optical drives:
    • Dual layer.
    Graphics:
    • Intel.
    Interfaces and connectivity:
    • Multi-Media Card (MMC) compatible.
    • 4 USB ports.
    • 1 HDMI port.
    • B/g/n wireless/WiFi enabled.
    Multi-media features:
    • 1.3MP built-in webcam.
    • Built-in mic.
    Operating system and software:
    • Microsoft Windows 7 Premium.
    Preloaded manufacturers suite of applications include:
    • Music.
    • Photo.
    • Movie.
    • Business.
    • Tuition.
    • Gaming.
    General features:
    • Up to 8 hours battery life.
    • Weight 2.2kg.

    I own an old Acer and a new (8 months) HP. I prefer the my old Acer.


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