Laptop/ Netbook Thread

[archiemoses]

Could easily build a sweet gaming desktop for $1500 if you build it yourself. Search online for the gear you want. Collate all the cheapest prices you find into a spreadsheet. Take it into your local computer store (we have PLE and Austin in WA). Ask to buy one of the parts, inevitability he will ask you what else you have on the list and will offer to beat it.

Done.

[yeah_nah]

If you buy all your parts from Austin computers you can probably get them to build it too.
Doubt PLE would do that though

[archiemoses]

Yeah agreed. PLE would charge a fee.

It is not that hard to do it. Guys here or on overclockers will help you out as well.

[Don Andres]

Saw this on catchoftheday when i was at work but i missed out...

$649.00 (free delivery)

Technical Specifications Dell T511130AU:

Processor: Intel Core i5-480 Dual Core 2.66Ghz with up to 2.93Ghz Turbo Boost
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit
Memory: 6 GB 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM (1 x 2 GB + 1 x 4 GB) (operates at 1066MHZ for Core i5 processors)
Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GT 420M with 1GB dedicated graphics
Display: 14.0" HD WLED TL (1366x768)
Audio & Speakers: JBL 2.0 Designed & Certified Speakers +Waves MaxxAudio 2.0 Audio: 2 X 3W = 6W Total
Hard Drive: 640 GB hard drive (7200RPM)
Optical Drive: SATA DVD+/-RW
9-in-1 Media Card Reader: Supporting SD, SDIO, SDXC, SDHC, MS, MS Pro, MMC, MSXC, xD
Power: 6-cell LI (2.6Ah) standard; Up to 5 hours, 23 minutes of battery life with 6-cell battery
Camera & Webcam: 2.0MP HD webcam with single digital mic (H.264)
Ports, Slots & Chassis Externally Accessible:
Mini DisplayPort (1)
3 total USB 2.0 (2 / 1 eSATA/powershare combo)
Integrated network connector 10/100/1000 wireless LAN N+ (RJ45)
Bluetooth
HDMI 1.4
AC adapter connector
Audio jacks (headphone with SPDIF support (2), 1 Mic-in)
Dimensions & Weight:
Width: 352.8mm
Height: 31.4mm front & 35.4mm back
Depth: 247.4mm
Weight: approx 2.5 kg

12 month warranty


good deal??

[MelanieJ]

Bump.
Need advice for a new laptop.
I'm pretty much sold on this one ASUS - Notebooks- ASUS X53SD
It has everything I'll need, and found it for ~$700 so seems to be a pretty good price, doubt I'd find anything for that price with a graphics card anywhere else. Just wondering if anyone has any opinions on it or any alternative suggestions in that price range.
Currently using a Dell that I bought 4ish years ago while doing year 12, it's on it's last legs and it's definitely time for an upgrade.

Edit: specs for the one I'm currently looking at for those too lazy to click the link!


Series: ASUS X53SD - White in Colour
Operating System: Windows 7 Pro 64Bit
CPU: Intel Core i5 2450M 2.5GHz Turbo Boost To 3.1GHz
Chipset: Mobile Intel HM65 Express Chipset
Memory: 4GB DDR3-1333
Memory Slots: 2 x SODIMM Slots (Upgradeable to 8GB Maximum)
Hard Drive: 750GB, 5400rpm
Optical Drive: SuperMulti DVD+/-RW Dual Layer
Display: 15.6" LED HD (1366 x 768) ZBD Guarantee
Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GT610M 2GB DDR3 VRAM
Wireless: 802.11b/g/n
Network Interface: Integrated Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000)
Webcam: 0.3 MP
Expansion Slots: 4 in 1 Card Reader (MS/SD/MMC/MS Pro)
I/O Ports: 1 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0 ports, VGA, HDMI, RJ-45, headphone, microphone
Keyboard: Chiclet Keyboard (Numeric keypad)
Battery: 6 Cell / 5200mAh
Power: 90W AC Adapter
Dimemsions: 37.8 W x 25.3 D x 3.31 - 3.49 H cm
Weight: 2.60 kg
Warranty: 1 Year Global

[Dev One]

Laptop HDs are terrible @ 5400RPM, if you get a SSD, you'll see 6x faster day-to-day tasks. Other than that, the laptop is mint.

[Forbes]

Laptop HDs are terrible @ 5400RPM, if you get a SSD, you'll see 6x faster day-to-day tasks. Other than that, the laptop is mint.

Doubt she is going to be anything that intense that is going to justify spending more money tbh.

[Dev One]

Bump.
Need advice for a new laptop.
I'm pretty much sold on this one ASUS - Notebooks- ASUS X53SD
It has everything I'll need, and found it for ~$700 so seems to be a pretty good price, doubt I'd find anything for that price with a graphics card anywhere else. Just wondering if anyone has any opinions on it or any alternative suggestions in that price range.
Currently using a Dell that I bought 4ish years ago while doing year 12, it's on it's last legs and it's definitely time for an upgrade.

Edit: specs for the one I'm currently looking at for those too lazy to click the link!


Series: ASUS X53SD - White in Colour
Operating System: Windows 7 Pro 64Bit
CPU: Intel Core i5 2450M 2.5GHz Turbo Boost To 3.1GHz
Chipset: Mobile Intel HM65 Express Chipset
Memory: 4GB DDR3-1333
Memory Slots: 2 x SODIMM Slots (Upgradeable to 8GB Maximum)
Hard Drive: 750GB, 5400rpm
Optical Drive: SuperMulti DVD+/-RW Dual Layer
Display: 15.6" LED HD (1366 x 768) ZBD Guarantee
Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GT610M 2GB DDR3 VRAM
Wireless: 802.11b/g/n
Network Interface: Integrated Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000)
Webcam: 0.3 MP
Expansion Slots: 4 in 1 Card Reader (MS/SD/MMC/MS Pro)
I/O Ports: 1 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0 ports, VGA, HDMI, RJ-45, headphone, microphone
Keyboard: Chiclet Keyboard (Numeric keypad)
Battery: 6 Cell / 5200mAh
Power: 90W AC Adapter
Dimemsions: 37.8 W x 25.3 D x 3.31 - 3.49 H cm
Weight: 2.60 kg
Warranty: 1 Year Global

For best value for money, go through these guys: Logical Blue One - Buy Cheap Laptops & Notebooks Online in Australia

[DALBS]

Just bought one of these that is similar for $734 with 2 year warranty. model K532d-SX132V.

[smiths]

My dell is starting to shit itself after 4 years so time to look for a new laptop.

Found this one from JB it looks alright but dont really know much about computers, wouldnt mind a second opinion.... Samsung 15" Notebook - Computer, Laptop, Notebook, Ultrabook, iPad, Tablet & Netbook Computers - JB Hi-Fi - Smashing Prices!



Main uses are streaming vids, tia and downloading stuff. Battery doesnt worry me I'll keep it plugged in most of the time.


edit: think this may be the same laptop even though serial is a bit different http://www.harveynorman.com.au/samsu...-3-laptop.html