Welcome Guest ( Log In | Register )

Bump Topic Topic Closed RSS Feed

Outline · [ Standard ] · Linear+

Enquiries/Recommendations Buying new laptop? Need RECOMMENDATION?, V8, Guide and price at page 1

views
     
RigerZ
post Jan 8 2011, 03:23 PM

On the way on the way
******
Senior Member
1,012 posts

Joined: Nov 2008
From: Subang Jaya
I've completed my SPM last year, and now waiting for results. I'm planning to do automotive technology (or mechanical engineering if I cant go for auto. tech.) when I go off to college, so...


1. Any brand
2. Below RM3000
3. Doesnt have to be too powerful, I'm not into gaming that much. But probably I'll need a bit of oomph for those engineering software programs? tongue.gif Other than that, I'll only need it for surfing, media playing, Microsoft and PDF documents...

Maybe a mid-end dual core processor (e.g Intel i5),
At least 2GB of RAM,
512MB graphics should be more than enough
320GB of space should be more than enough, but extra space is always useful tongue.gif

4. Maybe a 14'' or 15''


If there any particular models/brands that are reliable and can last long (say, at least 4 years?), regardless of specs BUT below RM3000, do let me know. My Acer desktop already kong-ed after just 3 years shakehead.gif , but my friend's compatible one is still working since 2006 ohmy.gif .
RigerZ
post Jan 8 2011, 07:23 PM

On the way on the way
******
Senior Member
1,012 posts

Joined: Nov 2008
From: Subang Jaya
QUOTE(Quantum_thinking @ Jan 8 2011, 04:11 PM)

Asus proves to me that its hardware is the best among all. The only issue i have with Asus are their drivers, especially with their utilities.

How long a laptop can survive? It is dependent much on the owner as well.
*
Asus laptops huh... It's branded like Acer and Dell I suppose? Whats wrong with their drivers and utilities? How long has yours lasted?



QUOTE(Batusai @ Jan 8 2011, 06:11 PM)
Suggest you wait for more Sandy Bridge line up in the future.

If u are in a hurry, you can opt for Acer 5750G which comes with the latest sandy bridge platform. Price around RM2900 only. Its best for ur Engineering Software usage.
*
But can Acer laptops last long? I'm not really in a hurry, I want to spend my time to make sure I buy the right model.
RigerZ
post Jan 9 2011, 12:29 PM

On the way on the way
******
Senior Member
1,012 posts

Joined: Nov 2008
From: Subang Jaya
QUOTE(Quantum_thinking @ Jan 8 2011, 09:03 PM)


Asus is famous for their hardware quality.
Indeed. I am talking about brand right now. Which models you are going to buy, please do more homework on the model suggestion.

Asus, i am not sure what happen to their drivers since i am only a computing guy rather than a programming guy.

1st incident with Asus driver is when i recommending my friend buying Asus, their webcam display is 180 degrees upside down. Later, the techies in the shop said it is due to the outdated driver.

2nd This time it is my sister desktop. The desktop is powered by Asus motherboard. So, i went and test the software that could be used to benchmark the processor temperature. Guess what? The software suddenly show my processor temperature is 255 degrees in 1 second and their alarm is very noisy. I immediately shut down and disassembled the processor part, which is cooler than my hand. doh.gif

3. I finally able to get my hands on Asus product last month. A 2nd hand Asus T91MT convertible netbook. When COD, everything is fine especially with the hardware. After 2 days of using, the touchscreen suddenly "malfunctioned" despite several time of restarting the netbook. After that, I do recovery to the netbook and everything becomes normal back. After 2 weeks of using it, this time there is a wireless driver problem or bug.    unsure.gif It cannot be turned off immediately. The turning off can only take effect upon restarting. Fortunately, it can be on if it is switched off when booting up.

Acer laptop, I am not very sure about their quality for the new series. But i prefer not to choose Asus over Acer. I am using an Acer laptop as well. I guess I am lucky to have it be able to stay with me without major defect after 4 years.
*
So their hardware is good but they give all other sorts of problems? blink.gif So your verdict would be Acer over Asus lor...


QUOTE(skycrawler @ Jan 8 2011, 09:28 PM)
Yup dat is Asus product..yup bro..my Acer travelmate 4050 still function well after 6 years.. brows.gif  brows.gif
*
Fuyoh~ notworthy.gif Can share how you keep your laptop working for so long? icon_rolleyes.gif
« Next Oldest · Mobile Computing · Next Newest »
 

Topic ClosedOptions
 

Change to:
| Lo-Fi Version
 0.0347sec    0.59    7 queries    GZIP Disabled
Time is now: 1st December 2025 - 07:13 AM
All Rights Reserved © 2002- 2025 Vijandren Ramadass (~unite against racism~)
Removal Request
Powered by Invision Power Board © 2025  IPS, Inc.