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Laptop advice

  • 21-06-2015 11:13pm
    #1
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭


    I'm looking for a new laptop, and have been thinking about ordering a Lenovo Flex 2 14". However, on their website they have a couple of configurations available at the same price (€489). I'm wondering which would be the better choice.

    I'm tempted to go for the second configuration listed below, with the greater screen resolution (as opposed to lower res touch screen) and more RAM. I'm worried about the processor though. I am mainly going to be using it for college work and general web browsing/streaming, and think both specs will be fine for that. However, if I could possibly play a selection of games on it that would be a big plus. (nothing AAA; games like LoL, Age of Empires, Civ 4/5).

    OPTION 1

    Processor:Intel Pentium 3558U Processor( 1.70GHz 1600MHz 2MB)
    Operating system:Windows 8.1 64
    System Graphics:Intel HD Graphics
    Total memory:8.0GB PC3-12800 DDR3L SDRAM 1600 MHz
    Display type:14.0" FHD IPS LED Backlit 1920x1080
    Hard drive device:1TB 5400 rpm
    Battery:4 Cell Li-Cylindrical
    Network card:Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160
    Bluetooth:Bluetooth Version 4.0
    Warranty:One year


    OPTION 2

    Processor:Intel Core i3-4030U Processor( 1.90GHz 1600MHz 3MB)
    Operating system:Windows 8.1 64
    System Graphics:Intel HD 4400
    Total memory:4.0GB PC3-12800 DDR3L SDRAM 1600 MHz
    Display type:14.0" HD LED Multitouch 1366x768
    Hard drive device:1TB + 8GB
    Battery:4 Cell Li-Cylindrical
    Network card:Lenovo BGN Wireless
    Bluetooth:Bluetooth Version 4.0
    Warranty:One year


    ALTERNATIVELY

    I know this wouldn't be up to gaming, but I have also been looking at the Lenovo Yoga 2 11.6". The portability appeals to me, and I think its spec would be sufficient for college. Has anyone any thoughts or experience with this device? I would love to get the newer Yoga 3, but my price range is restricted to €500 unfortunately.

    Do either of these specs (or the Yoga 2 11.6") seem like good purchases to you for the price? Thank you in advance


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