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Enquiries/Recommendations Buying new laptop? Need RECOMMENDATIONS?, V16, Kindly FOLLOW the FORMAT TQ~!
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ik3da
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 Jul 26 2012, 12:00 PM
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Yo guys, need advice again. This time, it is a new laptop for my girl.
1. Preferred Brand: Nothing in mind but requires something trustable, this is a office laptop purchase.
2. Budget: Not more than RM5000.
3. Usage: Word docs, minor code compilation/development.
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: No specific laptop/screensize yet. Needs to be light and easy to carry around for a small-sized lady. I am thinking of a high-end ultrabook but friends have recommended of looking at MacbookAir instead.
Good warranty/coverage is preferred as well.
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ik3da
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Jul 26 2012, 12:21 PM
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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ Jul 26 2012, 12:12 PM) Good warranty, then this: Dell 13" [Ultrabook] XPS13, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 128GB SSD@RM3499[1.36kg], 4GB, external optical drive [Ultrabook] XPS13, i5-2467M + Intel HD3000 + 256GB SSD@RM4399[1.36kg], 4GB, external optical drive *but do take note that these XPS 13 are only running on the older Sandy Bridge platform, not Ivy Bridge. If you would prefer newer technology (and that compatibility issues are not a problem), then can consider the MBA 13 priced at RM3699. Either the Dell or MBA, do opt for 3 years warranty @RM799 Haha, thanks TJ - you are as fast as usual lol. Quick question, the Asus Zenbooks not recommended? I am interested with the MBA also but only concern is, my girl only used XP/Win7 all the while - not sure if it is a good/worthwhile choice to buy a MBA and install Win7 on it. Need to get something that will last at least 3-5 years (if possible) for her. |
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ik3da
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Jul 26 2012, 02:43 PM
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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ Jul 26 2012, 02:11 PM) Nah, getting old, not that fast anymore hehe God lee_what2004 was the fastest  Well, like you said you could always install Windows too in the MBA  ZenBook is very nice to be honest, especially the ZenBook prime with the awesome FullHD IPS screen~ But then you said you wanted good warranty support, Asus is unfortunately not excelling in that particular aspect  Actually, I mentioned of good warranty support was just in case that it kaput and I need to bring it in for servicing. Especially the fact that this is a purchase sponsored by her company, she will have a hard time explaining to the boss if her laptop breaks down and I can't get people to fix it, haha. If you have the choice, which one will you shoot for? MBA? Zenbook? XPS? Or any other ultrabook? |
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ik3da
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Jul 26 2012, 03:14 PM
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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ Jul 26 2012, 02:48 PM) I understand what you mean. Dell and Apple would be the best in this case, where the former will involve on-site servicing (within 1-2 working days) + complete cover. Apple involves carry-in and complete cover. For other manufacturers, you need to carry-in, opt for pick up... and depending on the severity of the problem, might take up to 2 months for repairs. This will result in quite a lot of loss...  Feedbacks on Asus's warranty support : http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2337458Damn, most of the stories are recent ones as well  Guess that is a no for Asus then, will go check out XPS and MBA at the local shops later. It is a pity though, I was really tempted to get the Zenbook Prime, hahaha. |
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ik3da
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Jul 26 2012, 04:23 PM
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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ Jul 26 2012, 03:36 PM) Many are (including me) because its relatively cheaper, and the screen is really tempting But for most people, its better to have good warranty support I guess You gotten a Prime already? How's it so far? Checked the XPS 13 on Dell: » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « QUOTE OPERATING SYSTEM Windows® 7 Home Premium SP1 64bit (English)
WARRANTY & SERVICE 3-year Premier Service with CompleteCover Accidental Damage Protection and Dell OnCall
Memory 4GB Dual Channel DDR3 1333MHz Memory
Video Card Intel® HD Graphics 3000
HARD DRIVE 256GB Solid State Drive
Processor 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i5-2467M processor (1.60 GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0 up to 2.30 GHz,TPM)
SGD2000 (after some online discount) Do you have devour's spec and pricing for Prime? Want to see/compare if the spec/price difference is worth to risk any warranty issues  |
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