Laptop Recommendation Thread V15, here we come!!!

Thanks alot to everyone who helped, especially bot lee_what2004 sifu for his countless + priceless recommendations *and not to mention his efficient model, spec and price updates!

Expressing sincerest gratitude to Acid_ruleZz, PhungTM fJok3R and chiahau for helping to recommend when I'm not around
Last but not least, thanks alot to all the others who've helped!

Here are the links to the previous threads:






Laptop models and associated prices can be found here: LYN Notebook Price Catalog V3

With the help of the sifus here, we hope that you will be able to find the best laptop for your usage~
Happy Hunting!

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Jun 17 2012, 11:51 PM

Some popular notebooks (will be updated, bit by bit ):


Budget Gaming Laptops *recommended based on GPU performance
RM2,500-RM3,000


This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Apr 14 2012, 12:31 AM

Din't really had the chance to make a post on the current ultrabook lineups, so I guess I'll just paste all of them here


Seeing the increasing interests in ultrabooks, I think it'll be good to categorize/ summarize them all here since there aren't too many ultrabooks at the moment

* As of 08.04.12
* Weights are mere estimates
* Definition of an ultrabook in this context: must be relatively lighter to standard notebooks of similar sizes, runs on ULV processors, SSDs.

RM2,000- RM3,000

13"
Acer [Ultrabook] Aspire S3, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000@RM2599[1.35kg], 320GB HDD

HP [Ultrabook] Pavilion dm3-1001TU (Folio 13), i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM2999[1.49kg], W7HP

Lenovo [Ultrabook] U300e, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + (500GB HDD + 32GB SSD)@RM2899 *upcoming

Samsung [Ultrabook] 5 series 530U3B, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + (16GB SSD + 500GB [5400rpm])@RM2699[1.45kg], 4GB


14"
Samsung [Ultrabook] 5 series 530U4B, i5-2467M + AMD HD7550M + (16GB SSD + 1TB [5400rpm])@RM2999[1.84kg], 6GB

Toshiba [Ultrabook] Satellite U840-1000U, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000M + (16GB SSD + 500GB)@RM2999

15.6"
Acer [Ultrabook]Timeline Ultra M3-581TG-52466G52, i5-2467M + Nvidia GT640M@RM2599, 6GB, 500GB

RM3,000- RM4,000

<13"
Asus [Ultrabook] UX21E-KX004V, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM3299[1.1kg], 2 years international warraty
Samsung [Ultrabook] 9 series, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 64GB SSD@RM3099, W7HP, 3 years warranty

13"
Acer [Ultrabook] Aspire S3, i7-2637M + Intel HD3000 + 240GB SSD@RM3999[1.33kg]

Dell [Ultrabook] XPS13, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM3499[1.36kg], 4GB, external optical drive

Samsung [Ultrabook] 9 series NP900X3A, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000@RM3999, 128GB SSD, W7HP, 3 years

Toshiba [Ultrabook] Portégé Z830-1000U, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM3799[1.12kg], W7HP, 6GB

14"
Toshiba [Ultrabook] Satellite U840-1003U, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000M + 128GB SSD@RM3399[1.7kg], 4GB, backlit keyboard, color: silver
HP [Ultrabook] Envy (Spectre) 14-3017TU, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + (1600x900 Radiance) + 128GB SSD@RM3999, 4GB

>RM4,000

13"
Asus [Ultrabook] UX31E-RY010V, i7-2677M + Intel HD3000 + 256GB SSD + (1600x900)@RM4499[1.3kg]
Dell [Ultrabook] XPS13, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 256GB SSD@RM4399[1.36kg], 4GB, external optical drive
Dell [Ultrabook] XPS13, i7-2367M + Intel HD3000 + 256GB SSD@RM4899[1.36kg], 4GB, external optical drive

Toshiba [Ultrabook] Portégé Z830-2005U, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM4099[1.12kg], W7P, 6GB, free notebook sleeve (cream/brown/black)
Toshiba [Ultrabook] Portégé Z830-2004U, i7-2677M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM4899[1.12kg], W7P, 6GB, 3 years local onsite + international carry-in warranty, free notebook sleeve (cream/brown/black)


Haven't missed out any models right?

Alright, moving on to some of the reviews:
Acer Aspire S3:


Asus ZenBook (UX21 & 31):


Dell XPS 13 ultrabook:


HP Folio 13:


HP Envy 14 (Spectre):

Lenovo U300s:


Samsung Series 5/9:


Toshiba Portege Z830/835:


Couldn't find much reviews on Samsung's ultrabooks, mostly because of their confusing namings Please share with us if you come across any

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: May 15 2012, 04:06 PM

first

Anyone got any details as to Acer's promotion? RM200 rebate for trading in any old desktop / laptop.... Anyone got any solid detailed information ( what type of pc accepted...with keyboard,mouse & monitor? ) please share... thx

thanks for the reply
but still cant decide

NICE!

the new G4-2026TX - HD 7670M 2GB, HM76 1600 MHz DDR3 ?

Would you recommended the dell inspiron 15r for rm2448 with 3 years warranty or is the a43sm an overall better laptop? Thanks.

here

https://www.facebook.com/AcerMalaysia/app_332541803461858

I thought I am first?
Welcome welcome~
Thread officially opened, just need some more minor updates ~

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Added on April 13, 2012, 7:51 amEdited, thank you FiReGunZ1499 for sharing the link
Seems like any computer from any brand (working or otherwise) can be used, not bad, good way to get rid of old hardware

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Apr 13 2012, 07:53 AM

What are you looking for again?

It depends on what you want~
Dell units are covered by much better warranty support; whereas the A43Sm comes with a better GPU and at a slightly cheaper price ~

1. Preferred Brand : Asus
2. Budget : RM2700
3. Usage : Mostly for watching movies and listen to songs, sometime gaming
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 15"6 - 16"

Asus
N55Sf-S1515v [black], i5-2450M + Nvidia GT555m (2GB) + 1920x1080@2899[Bang & Olufsen]; 750GB (7200rpm), USB3.0, Sonic Master subwoofer *EOL-ed (if still can find)
N55Sl-S2064v, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT635M + (1600x900)@RM2899[Bang & Olufsen], 4GB, 750GB(5400rpm)

The price for N55Sf-S1515v is 2899 ? How about N55Sl-S2064v ?

Thanks for the help

How is Fujitsu Laptop quality? is it recommended? if not i think the spec i looking for is as below:
1. Preferred Brand : Asus/Toshiba
2. Budget : <RM2000
3. Usage : For programming(currently a software engineering student), light gaming
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 14" - 15.6"

Thanks!

1. Preferred Brand : Dell/HP
2. Budget : <RM3000
3. Usage : video watching,mid-gaming,school assigment
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 15 above

Thanks for any recommendation...

Dayum :

"M3-571G-73614G1T, i7-3610QM + Nvidia GT640M@RM2899, 4GB, 1TB"

My Acer 5750G just one years old with the same price tag T.T

Yes. That was the old price.

Sidenote - The price is just as references. It can change anytime.

Hp Dv6-6c19TX - 3099

Technology changes. Don't be sad.

Comparing these 2 model, which is better?

N55SL-S2064v - rm2899
HP Dv6-6c19TX - rm3099

Thanks.

One is on i5, another is on i7.

Dv6 has better GPU output compared to Asus.

But Asus has higher screen resolution. And to note, Dv6's screen abit dimmed in comparison to other laptops i used b4.

How is Fujitsu Laptop quality? is it recommended? if not i think the spec i looking for is as below:
1. Preferred Brand : Asus/Toshiba
2. Budget : <RM2000
3. Usage : For programming(currently a software engineering student), light gaming
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 14" - 15.6"

Thanks for recommendations!

Wait for people to recommend you, Be patient.

Btw, what software are you using for programming? CPU intensive or?

sorry thought that u missed out my post thats why repost, erm, i would say microsoft visual studio is the one i commonly used, not really cpu intensive

Asus
A43Sd- VX068v/071v, i3-2350M + Nvidia GT610M@RM1999[2.4kg], W7HP, 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), colors: black/green
A43Sm-VX102v, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT630M@RM2099[2.4kg], 2GB, 500GB (5400rpm)
A43TA-VX047v, AMD A6-3400M + AMD HD6720 G2@RM1899

Toshina
Satellite L745-1138X, i3-2330M + Nvidia GT525M@RM1999, color: silver, 2nd & 3rd year local limited warranty
Satellite L745-1208X, i3-2350M + Nvidia GT525M@RM2099, color: silver, 2nd & 3rd year local limited warranty

dayummm indeed,looks like a very good specs for the price (salin nama model ini to look for at the PC fair).new model is it?haven't come across this model previously in this sub-forum

This post has been edited by toshio14: Apr 13 2012, 01:08 PM

Hi all, thinking of buying a super portable notebook, here are my requirements, hope you sifus can help! I already have some idea in my mind (ASUS Zenbook) but want to explore my options further.

1. Preferred Brand : Doesn't matter - reliable and looks nice
2. Budget : <RM5000
3. Usage : MS office, surfing, music, office work-related, carry around.
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: Small to medium small (want portability)

mac book pro

Mac Book Air with IB around June

Kinda don't want MacBook... it got stolen recently (house broken into), a bit phobia. Want a nice but not flashy notebook. Maybe Sony Vaio or something? Really noob about these notebook/ultrabook things

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Added on April 13, 2012, 2:08 pmActually... Macbook also ok lah.. but is it fully compatible with MS stuff? Can install Windows 7 on it and use like it is a normal laptop? Mainly office work and carry around.

This post has been edited by phoenixxx: Apr 13 2012, 02:08 PM

Hi all,
can suggest me

1. Preferred Brand : Any brand but not hp
2. Budget : RM2400
3. Usage : For gaming purposed (Diablo III, battlefield etc etc...)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : it doesn't matter as long as inside the budget.

Looking at Lenovo Ideapad Z470 i-5 4gb ram nvdia geforce Gt540m dunno suitable or not for gaming.

Thanks Very much~

zen book ( ivi bridge ) among the best

Hi all,
Need your recommendation
1. Preferred Brand : Dell, Asus, Toshiba
2. Budget : ~RM4000
3. Usage : Surfing, Photo Editing, Gaming (Diablo III, Dota, NFS and etc)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : not more than 14"

currently in my mind is Dell XPS14z & XPS13, but i think XPS13 is not suitable for gaming. as for XPS14z the battery is build in, will that be okay if i use it for long hour?

regards,
arthur

M14X-43411G-W7P-CLR - with this spec

i5-2430M 2.4GHz (3.0GHz with Turbo Boost 3MB Cache)
4GB 1TB HDD
14"
Slot Load 8X DVD+/-RW Drive with DVD+R double layer write capability

1.5GB DDR3 NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 555M using NVIDIA Optimus™ technology (Stealth Black)

Alienware? hmm.. my CFO at home dun like that design.. hahaha.

personally i dun really like that its heavy..

will follow the update as well

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Added on April 13, 2012, 4:20 pmbtw, still looking for the right laptop for me

kind hard to find one

This post has been edited by annas473: Apr 13 2012, 04:20 PM

Recommend me a tablet:
1. Preferred Brand: No preference
2. Budget:Max 1.2k
3. Usage: For reading pdf/e-book and simple browsing
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: No preference as long as read pdf.

Use bootcam to dual boot or you can run VM on it. Same thing. Many ways to run windows inside a Mac, but not the other way around =,=

4gb ram and Gt540m should be able to play at low ~ medium settings.

Enough?

I love to recommend you Sager but all are currently outta your preferences.

Well, Mx14 then lo.. Got bling bling keyboard n etc.

Don't be so picky and you will find one

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Added on April 13, 2012, 5:00 pmWrong section dy.. Ini laptop bukan tablet land

Anyways.

iPad2 16gb - 1199

Unless you want china made tablets la.

This post has been edited by chiahau: Apr 13 2012, 05:00 PM

1. Preferred Brand : lenovo/hp/asus/dell or other than acer...
2. Budget : RM1500-Rm2000
3. Usage : for student, if possible i5 and above...
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 14

any recommendation sifus?

hehe... will go LYP to find one

find new purpose for this new laptop, playing AION

I need to have look for it first, hope got a lot of suggestion.

1. Preferred Brand: Anything with no problem (heat, this n that etc.)
2. Budget:cash ready 3.5k might go more if needed
3. Usage: Office Job non programming/Game (AION)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: looking for 1920*1080

5. SSD or not? I dont need much space but i need the speed. my desktop 1tb got a lot of space (why me buying that 1tb )
6. Heavy? hope not so heavy. I'm a guy
7. Heat problem? Some people said they cant type/play with their laptop for a long duration bcoz of heat issues.
8. Battery life? I have read some review that i try to conclude that battery life is shorter if it come from gaming range (correct me if im wrong).
9. Not a desktop replacement dont want 17" screen size, i thing its bulky to carry all the time, but if u want me to have a look its find.
10. Backlight keyboard
11. Free DOS + Warranty

Thanks (sorry if im too picky )

1/2/3/4 -Anything with SSD, and 1080p screen, you are looking at 4k++ range already. Budget tak cukup.

5 - After market SSD modification cheaper, if you got the time.

6 - Err, 1080p laptop all around upper 2kg~4kg, small matter 4 you

7 - Use cooler and dont block the vents. Make sure the internals are clean.

8 - High powered laptops, sure drain battery. Expect no battery if you are using the gaming series laptop.

9 - 17 inch or more with SSD and 1080p screen will cost you more than budget XD

10 - Sager/AW ftw

11 - Free Dos - Sager is the only 1 offering so.

The rest comes with OS.

Any ultrabook will do, just choose the one that appeals to you most

The XPS14z is not exactly very suitable for gaming as well...
It all depends on your usage, if your photo editing is quite intense, then choosing a laptop with an i7 processor would be a better pick, i.e.
14"
Lenovo (not exactly your preferred brand but still can be considered)
Y470, i7-2670QM + Nvidia GT550M (2GB)@RM2799[JBL], W7HP, 4GB, 750GB (5400rpm), Lenovo P350 headset OR 2 years warranty
Y480, i7-3610QM + Nvidia GT640M@2999[JBL] *upcoming

If gaming is your top priority, then the AW m14x is pretty much your only choice

15.6"
Asus G53Sx-S1208v, i7-2670QM + Nvidia GTX560M (2GB) + 1920x1080 (anti-glare)@RM3999, 500GB + 500GB, backlit keyboard, gaming backpack &mouse

As chiahau mentioned, only Sager offers FreeDOS options for gaming notebooks...

@[PF] T.J.
previously you recommended me this
Asus A43Sa-VX083v, i5-2430M + AMD HD6730M@RM2499, 750GB (7200rpm)
I manage to find RM2299 @ All IT in lyp... is it a good deal?

Ya, personally I would say its a good deal

Alright.. will head to there if can't find any suitable ones in PC fair...
thanks a lot ya

If you have a tight budget, can consider this one as well:
HP Pavilion G4-2026/27tx, i3-2350M + AMD HD7670M@RM1999, 4GB, 640GB(5400rpm), W7HP
The specifications are obtained from HP online store. If the spec is right, then its quite worth it

Would prefer Asus and i5 processor. Thanks for the recommendation though

Dang, very powderful GPU for cheaps

1. Preferred Brand: dell or asus
2. Budget: around: 2.5k
3. Usage: going to study. course is Information Systems Engineering. so maybe need a laptop which can afford for programming.
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 14 inch will do.

Sager here from lowyat LINK

budget can top up, dont worry

will drill more info for Sager warranty etc.


thanks T.J will looking for this also

Sager warranty all send back to Uncle Sam.

No local distro, none even close..

I got one before this, then moved to M15x due to better support.

really but its customizable

so what left is Asus

this is someone offer me

14"
Asus
A43Sa-VX083v, i5-2430M + AMD HD6730M@RM2499, 750GB (7200rpm) *If still can find
A43Sm-VX002v, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT630M (2GB)@RM2499[2.4kg]v, 4GB, 750GB(5400rpm)
U46Sv-WX053v, i5-2430M + Nvidia GT540M@RM2599[2.14kg]; USB3.0, Asus optical mouse *lighter + long battery life

Dell
Inspiron 14R, i5-2450M + AMD HD7450M@RM2149[2.38kg], 6GB, 500GB(5400rpm)
Vostro 3450, i5-2450M + Intel HD3000@RM2299, W7HB,backlit keyboard colors: silver/ brown/red
Vostro 3450, i5-2450M + AMD HD6630M@RM2517, W7HB,backlit keyboard colors: silver/ brown/red

I would recommend going for the i5-2450M + Intel HD3000 variant of the Vostro 3450, comes in matte materials, thus more user-friendly when on the go.. comes with 7200rpm HDD as well for faster load speeds~
And best is you still have remaining cash to extend warranty to 3 years (@~RM249 iinm)

AW also can customization what? Don't be so demanding only.

I suggest you get a after market SSD and slap it on the spot. More profit this way. The ones that comes with original laptop is overpriced.

Heck, I prefer buying my own Ram and SSD and slap it on the spot in front of the seller

Asus ROG series not bad, but somehow, Mx series, yet to fail me. Lasted me quite long before it went away

Hey guys I'm in a dilemma of this Asus A43SA and A43SD series. Budget around early RM2000. Due to the confusion and some are temporary staffs in PC Fair I find some of them might have misunderstand of the item or something. Now I need your help to determine whether if this few notebook exist or not.

Based on the salesman I have this few models available.
A43SD series core i5 2450M GT610 for RM 1999 which is the standard model based on the brochure. There is one shop state that they have a GT630M unit with the same specs for the same price. He claims that they have to clear out the old model which is the GT610 2gb version first therefore they didn't say they did offer the GT630M model unless you ask for it. Does the GT630M model exist and is it the same price coz I find that GT610 2gb may not be too suitable for me. And I don't think it is the A43SM version because it is too expensive to be priced at RM1999.

Another shop (maybe the only one) say they have core i5 A43SA but not sure is 2450 or 2430 with radeon graphic cards for RM2250. Can anyone confirm it is running on 2450 or 2430 because they cannot open it and they don't have demo unit. And also between A43SA and A43SD, which is an older model because I can't seems to find sufficient update on their official website.

Thanks in advance.

yes,it's true

AMD Radeon™ HD 7670M Discrete-Class Graphics(AMD Thames XT with 2048MB DDR3),switchable graphics

This will help
Asus
Asus (2 years free international warranty)
A43Sa-VX083v, i5-2430M + AMD HD6730M@RM2499, 750GB (7200rpm)
A43Sa-VX084v, i7-2670QM + AMD HD6730M@RM2999, 750GB (7200rpm)
A43Sd-VX216, B960 + Nvidia GT610M@RM1499[2.2kg], FreeDOS, 2GB, 320GB(5400rpm)
A43Sd- VX066/067, i3-2350M + Nvidia GT610M@RM1749[2.4kg], FreeDOS, 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), colors: blue/red
A43Sd- VX068v/071v, i3-2350M + Nvidia GT610M@RM1999[2.4kg], W7HP, 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), colors: black/green
A43Sm-VX102v, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT630M@RM2099[2.4kg], 2GB, 500GB (5400rpm)
A43Sm-VX002v, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT630M (2GB)@RM2499[2.4kg]v, 4GB, 750GB(5400rpm)
A43Sm-VX037v, i7-2670QM + Nvidia GT630M (2GB)@RM2899[2.4kg], 4GB, 750GB(5400rpm)
A43Sv-VX264v, i5-2430M + Nvidia GT540M(1GB)@RM2349[2.44kg], 750GB (5400rpm)
A43Sv-VX203v, i5-2430M + Nvidia GT540M(1GB)@RM2249[2.44kg], 500GB (5400rpm)

*Asus A43Sa and A43Sv are EOL-ed already, but you might still be able to find remaining units

Thanks for the input bro!
Dang! Really worth it man
The GPU is around GT630 level~

sorry if im too demanding just point out what i want and seeking what are the market offer

as you said, will hunting Asus RoG series that suitse me

hurm... hope can find someone/shop at LYP that can do the swap thing included in price

thanks

Hi, how about A43SD, or the RM2099 A43SM VX102V is it a new or considered new model. Not EOL model.

Saw Asus A43SM-VX102V in PC Fair (JB) as well.

i5 2450
2GB DDR (+ another 2GB free upgrade)
500GB
GeForce GT630 1GB

@RM1999

Is this a good catch?

i am looking for;

1. Preferred Brand : non Acer/Dell
2. Budget : ~RM2000k
3. Usage : Online (40%) , some gaming like Dota/HoN/MMORPG (20%) , download drama/movie -40% (connect to my TV to play those drama/movie)
4. Preferred laptop/screen siz : 14inch or 15inch

p/s : Personally quite interested with HP DM4-3001tx @RM2499 ... but kinda out of budget and the Radeon 7470 seems to be far behind GT630

So sifu-sifu, are there any better choice than A43SM at my budget?

for latest pricelist,you may refer below attachment

A43Sd and A43Sm are new

Pretty much:
14"
Acer V3-471G-52452G60g/s/k, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT630M@RM1999, 2GB, 500GB
Asus A43Sm-VX102v, i5-2450M + Nvidia GT630M@RM2099[2.4kg], 2GB, 500GB (5400rpm)
HP Pavilion G4-2026/27tx, i3-2350M + AMD HD7670M@RM1999, 4GB, 640GB(5400rpm), W7HP

Hey sifu after a walk at pc fair need your advice
Going for Asus brand. A43series is aluminium casing

1)need advice on GT610 vs GT630 vs GT635

2)A43SM vs A43SD - A43SD is cheaper just differ on GPU , Ram and HDD but can choose colour
if the gpu perfomance does't big differ im think i getting A43SD as it is cheaper and just upgrade the ram.need advice for this.

3)JayChou N45SL got normal series ? i dunlike the Jay design. just fancy the speaker Grill design there

Thanks

1. GT635M >> GT630M >> GT610M

2. The performance difference is significant, so if you're into gaming, then opting for the GT630M would be the wiser choice
RAM is quite cheap nowadays, so not much of a problem there?

3. Nope at the moment, although there was one for the 1st series of the JC laptop- N45Sf, its quite worth it if you manage to find one, comes with GT555m (on par with GT635M) and since its EOL-ed already, it'll be very cheap

2.Quite big difference in the graphic perfomance ?

3.If it is not jaychou then it would be cheaper + aluminium body then but no best of both world

Looking to buy a small notebook or maybe netbook for office and statistics on the go (portable). also play mkv/video files and facebook games (requiring flash)

Preferred Brand : any
2. Budget : best bang for buck at rm1300 and below
3. Usage : ms office (words, excel,ppt etc), statistics, fb flash games (smooth play), hdmi/mkv/video files
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : <14
5. cpu: preferably AMD due to its GPU/APU but if got i3 SB.. that will be better
will be going to KLCC for pc fair this weekend. any recommendation?

tq

note: at home already got i5 SB laptop with GT540M... therefore need a portable one but not too slow...

This post has been edited by mdnurman: Apr 13 2012, 11:51 PM

2. Yes, the performance difference is quite big. You can refer to the link here to get a rough picture on the performance of each card: http://www.notebookcheck.net/Computer-Game...ds.13849.0.html

3. As mentioned, if you can find this:
Asus N45Sf-V2g-VX054v [black], i5-2430M + Nvidia GT555m (2GB)@RM2699[Bang & Olufsen]; USB3.0, Sonic Master subwoofer; EOL-ed
then you'll get the best of both worlds Good huntin'

Well, the Cedar Trail-powered Atom netbooks are quite capable of handling smooth playback (even for 1080p movies) now
Still, since you're looking for more power, then AMD Zacate-powered subnotebooks will still be the better pick:
Asus Eee PC 1215B, E-450 + AMD HD6320M + (1366x768)@RM1299[1.45kg], W7S; colors: Red/Silver/Black

HP
Dm1-4017AU, AMD E-450 + AMD HD6320M@RM1299[Beats], 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), W7S
Dm1-4018AU, AMD E-450 + AMD HD6320M@RM1399[Beats], 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), W7HB

Lenovo Ideapad S205, AMD E-450 + AMD HD6320M@RM1299[1.48kg]

MSI U270DX, AMD E-450 + AMD HD6320M@RM1199, 2 years warranty, FreeDOS

Thanks for the advise just to busy body any difference that Nvidia with the ATI series ?

3.i doubt that they still will gimme the subwoofer

In between Nvidia and AMD, err.... performance depends on which GPU models are you comparing.
But in general, Nvidia GPUs have better driver and software support; whereas AMD GPUs are cheaper and generate less heat

3. Yes they will still give if its new unit, its bundled altogether... the problem is whether you can find one or not... I doubt you'll be able to find it in PC Fair... Digital Mall, LYP etc., then perhaps yes

i know that in this case, higher GT 635 is better than 630, how about comparing the older generation? eg: GT 555 in N55SF? which one better? because i am thinking whether to go for the old one or new one? and.. if you even know about it. If i want to use adobe premiere pro cs4 (video editing software) which one should i go for? is 610 even sufficient for me? as you say for gaming, at least nid 630 (for me is the same case as well?), is GT 555 nice enuff? or better than 610? . need your suggestion!

GT555M better than GT610M.
GT635M is same with GT555M, just a rebrand.

I am really struggling for 610 and 635, the price is difference for like 600. I am wondering whether it worth the price. is 610 reli "tat bad" that only suitable for normal usage? comparing between N45SL, N55SL, A53SM, A43SM, with all being equal on i5, but different GPU ranged from 610, 630 and 635. Urggghhh!

Preferred Brand: anything reliable (but not Acer, I heard is no good )
2. Budget: 2-2.7k
3. Usage: MS office, surf net, online movies & musics, gaming (FIFA)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 14" - 15"

Pls advise. Thanks.

Video editing is mostly bottleneck by the CPU, unless you have special need for the GPU hardware acceleration like nVidia CUDA..
But if you need it for games, its another story..

Quite a big price range,
if you prefer better speaker and graphic card,
15'':
Asus N55Sf-S1515v [black], i5-2450M + Nvidia GT555m (2GB) + 1920x1080@2899[Bang & Olufsen]; 750GB (7200rpm), USB3.0, Sonic Master subwoofer *EOL-ed
or if don't mind weaker GPU,
Toshiba Qosmio F750-1008X, i5-2430M + Nvidia GT540M (2GB)@RM2699[2.9kg][harman/kardon], 640GB (7200rpm), color: glossy red

or if prefer smalelr notebook,
14'':
Toshiba Satellite P745-1018X, i5 2450M + nVidia GT525M@RM2699, W7HP

635 vs 610?
More than 100% difference.

Go here (compare all games and tick 555M vs 610M) :
http://www.notebookcheck.net/Computer-Game...ds.13849.0.html

Worth it?
Depend whether you will utilize it or not.

IMHO, it's totally worth it.

This post has been edited by Amal: Apr 14 2012, 05:24 AM

Actually gaming not my top priority. But I will use it for gaming, I really not a fan of alienware. In my mind is xps14z -i7, 8gb ram, 256ssd. But the gpu is NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 520M 1GB graphics. Is it enough for games like diablo3, Nfs and etc?

Do you think I should wait for ivy bridge?