RAM support depends on motherboard and the number of slots. The processor only determines the frequency support of the RAM.

This post has been edited by Prince J: Sep 7 2011, 02:14 AM

which are new processors?
i5-2410, i7-2630, i7-2720 this not new d?

i5 2430M, i7 2670QM, i7-2760QM, i7-2860QM and i7-2960XM

where to find out more bout them?

i just wanted to tell that why recommend old processors when new have replaced them

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Added on September 7, 2011, 5:55 amheard the name GOOGLE ever ??

This post has been edited by rohit12: Sep 7 2011, 05:55 AM

I mean is there any good site update time to time so I dun need to GOOGLE everyday for "new processor"!

And which one should I recommend then?
The latest Toshs with i3-2330m does't have 3 years warranty support.
Which one is better, more RAM support which you won't/can't use/afford, or 3 years warranty support?

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Added on September 7, 2011, 8:12 amDo keep track of Wikipedia, they update it quite quickly.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandy_Bridge *haven't updated with the latest models yet haha, give it some time

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Added on September 7, 2011, 8:14 amCan consider this:
Asus Eee PC 1015B, AMD C-50 + AMD HD6250 + (1024x600)@RM899 [1.3kg], Colors: Black/White/Red

or if you want something fancier with more color options, then:
Toshiba NB520-1035/37/39/41/43, Atom N570 + Intel GMA3150@RM1099[1.32kg] [Harman/kardon], Colors: Brown/Blue/Lime Green/ Copper/Turquoise *some shops are selling at RM999 only

I would recommend the Toshiba over the 1015b this time, purely because of its uniqueness, works well as lucky draw gift hehe

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Added on September 7, 2011, 8:18 amAsus laptops come with 2 years international warranty as standard, so noneed to fork out extra money to extend the warranty
Considered this one yet?
Asus G53Sx-SZ039v, i7-2630QM + Nvidia GTX560M (2GB)@RM3999, backlit keyboard, gaming backpack & mouse

Runs on 8 cell batteries and shouldn't have any problems reaching 3 hours with Wifi and min power configurations. But you'd have to sacrifice in terms of portability yo haha~

Otherwise, (i) get the i5 variant (not i7, not worth it imho) of the N55sf OR (ii) Get the Dv6, then extend the warranty to international and you'd be good to go [or you can just buy it in UK as well] haha

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Added on September 7, 2011, 8:20 amAsus N43SL, i5-2410M + Nvidia GT540m@RM2599 is better
You should be able to find it at around RM2.3-2.4k now

*Do take note that the amount of VRAM (1GB vs 2GB) for the GT540m is not important- no performance difference

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Sep 7 2011, 08:20 AM

@rohit..... u want to recommend.?? go ahead..... i see WHAT lappy u recommend..... with NEW processssor....

it's new.. choices not that abundant.. and the so called ''OLD'' processors.. they are fully capable..

...rili.....

Chill bro, chill, morning only haha

becuz

1) it takes time for new CPU to hit the market
2) depending on the use, CPU is not everything...
3) for laptops, warranty is a crucial factor to consider as well

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Added on September 7, 2011, 11:23 amwikipedia is a good place to start...

Intel Sandy Bridge: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandy_Bridge
AMD Fusion: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AMD_Fusion

This post has been edited by astria: Sep 7 2011, 11:23 AM

i just want to inform buyers to not buy lappies with old processors...rest is their wish...why you want something which is already eoled...is it necessary to recommend??..tell them to wait for a week if they can...

becuz new does not necessarily mean better...

anyone remember Core i7 720QM kenna pawned kao kao by Core 2 Quad Q9000???

Hey guys, got a friend who will be studying 3D animation soon. Will a laptop with this spec be enough to last through 3 years? The last time I did animation, it's with a Pentium 2

Processor: Intel Core i7 - 2.630QM 2.0Ghz
OS : Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit
Display : 15.6 inch 1600x900
Memory : 4GB DDR3 - 1066 MHz
I/O : 2xUSB2.0, 2x USB 3.0, 1xVGA, 1xHDMI, 1xRJ-45 LAN, 1xmicrophone, 1xaudio-out, 1xcard reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS Pro, XD), subwoofer port
Audio : Ice Power by Bang & Olufsen
Size : 37.93 length 26.05 (d) x 3.55 height
Weight : 2.71 kg
Graphics : Nvidia GeForce GT 555M - 2GB DDR3
Network : 10 / 100 / 1000 LAN, 802.11r WLAN, Bluetooth
Hard Disk : 640 GB SATit 5400 rpm
Optical Drive : Blu-ray
Keyboard : Full size plus numpad

Is there a rough estimate as to how much money this will cost?

Thanks!

Don't have that Asus model..
Asus N55SF with Core i7 + 1366x768 is RM3699
If you want 1600x900, its on the Core i5 model, at RM2699, no bluray..

or AW m14x...

i7-2670QM, a 2630QM replacement, will be available soon. wait a bit.

Memory suggest 8GB DDR3 1333. You will need a lot of memory for modelling and rendering.

cheaper GPU should do. but get something with high VRAM value

you'll need a lot of HDD space. suggest 750GB.

FHD display will help.

Get another one or two extra monitors.

Already available in certain brands

was stuck between msi cr650(with amd e450) and asus k43u (with amd e350)..
could any one give some suggestion?
the price was pretty close..

Well, it all depends on whether you would want a larger screen or a more portable laptop
The MSI is better in terms of performance, but the Asus comes with 2 years international warranty

take this
asus
VX7-SZ046V-W7HP (Orange)
rm 5999
15.6" FHD Color Shine (LED)
i7-2630QM (4 core)-2.0GHz (Turbo up to 2.9)/6M
8GB(4Gx2) DDR3 1333
640GB+640GB -5400rpm
NV GTX 560M 3G