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raymondtong94
post May 27 2013, 03:45 PM

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QUOTE(LightningFist @ May 27 2013, 03:01 PM)
Well I'm thinking that this price is already the lowered price as the parts are already very old... and new ones about to come in. New ones will surely be more expensive than this. But I don't know if Haswell is worth the wait (so far we had the Nehalem, then Sandy Bridge Ivy Bridge what also not very much improvement).
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QUOTE(nexus2238 @ May 27 2013, 03:34 PM)
Specs not that old lah tongue.gif
Samsung 840 SSD just get released for < 1 year.
AMD HD 7970M is still the top mobile GPU from AMD until the HD 8970M come into the market tongue.gif
Ivy bridge is still the "current" gen CPU laugh.gif

For this spec, the whole Haswell thing is more relevant to you in terms of energy usage profile.
Even though the IGPU (the gaming laptop most likely will get CPU with Iris Pro Intel 5200 IGPU) may not be relevant in gaming laptop, but if AMD Enduro do its job, there will be lots of apps that can stay with the more power efficient Intel 5200, which help to extend battery performance further.

If the specs is good enough for your usage requirement, by all means go for it. It is a powerful setup  rclxms.gif
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actually, it is a disappointment when AMD claims that the HD8970M is 7.5% better than GTX680M on APU system. except if they wield HD8990M as a weapon, or they wield it with Intel haswell chips.

EDITED DUE TO FAST SCAN AND POST.

This post has been edited by raymondtong94: May 27 2013, 03:46 PM
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post May 27 2013, 04:01 PM

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QUOTE(Xypheria @ May 27 2013, 03:53 PM)
Maybe more to processing i guess..
Because my sister asked me to check any suitable laptop for her.
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then the Lenovo Z480 will be better. it comes with core i7 and quite light.

Lenovo Z480, i7-3632M + Nvidia GT640M@RM2299, 4GB, 1TB(5400rpm) W8
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post May 27 2013, 04:04 PM

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QUOTE(nexus2238 @ May 27 2013, 03:58 PM)
AMD's competition Nvidia GPU at the top end has been about price/performance for a while.
Now that AMD has revealed its card on HD 8970M, just wait for Nvidia to show us its GTX780M laugh.gif

Anyway, HD 7970M / 8970M are powerful GPU, good enough for lots of people  rclxms.gif
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yeah, just Enduro is quite buggy. now it can be turned off, so it isnt a problem with gaming now.
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post May 27 2013, 05:05 PM

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QUOTE(LightningFist @ May 27 2013, 04:46 PM)
Looks like can negotiate price or wait for price drop. Since I'm not really in a hurry my current laptop still works just a bit slow.

I think within a week the Australian site already provided HD 7970 as base (before they were offering only 670 or 675 at the same price).

Quad core worth it? Price wise not much higher but performance? Vs heat?
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if you are just into gaming, save back the bucks you are throwing for quad core. you are just spending the bucks for wastage and extra heat. icon_rolleyes.gif
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post May 27 2013, 05:25 PM

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QUOTE(LightningFist @ May 27 2013, 05:21 PM)
But after the SSD I'm having the same issue as before... that is it feels like the HDD is slow, so stuff and programs also running slow even tho all installed on the SSD. I can tell sometimes when I open videos and they lag or crash, it's cos the HDD was lagging badly. Need to wait a while and it "recovers".

Should I stop storing files on the HDD? I have basically stored all my files on the 450GB 7200RPM HDD and it is full.

Maybe the HDD is broken?
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have you gone thru lots of read and write process? signs of lags and crash when running programs shows that the HDD (or SSD) is aging.
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post May 27 2013, 05:46 PM

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QUOTE(nexus2238 @ May 27 2013, 05:36 PM)
Raymond you are right. iinm, only Civ5 and Crysis 3 is using quad core now. Just hope more games will utilise quad core.
For example, Skyrim is actually very CPU intensive, but it could only utilise 2 core  doh.gif iinm, StarCraft 2 as well  doh.gif
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perhaps GTA 5 and watch dogs will be ultilising quad core. for me, getting quad core is just a wastage at the moment.
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post May 27 2013, 08:44 PM

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QUOTE(happy_berry @ May 27 2013, 07:44 PM)
I wanna ask about acer laptop product? is it an okay product? because I heard a lot of heating problems on it and people around me have been breaking their acer laptops... but for some reason, i just think it was their fault.. rclxub.gif
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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ May 27 2013, 08:31 PM)
Recent Acer products seemed pretty okay already hmm.gif
Just try not to expect too much from them if you are going for the most budget models (which applies for all brands) nod.gif
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if peoples were to complain that it was their sh*tty build quality, i would just laugh at them. these peoples doesnt get the knowledge of getting a lemon/touch wood unit, which is a result from their luck. my father had use an acer for a year, and this laptop has passed to me during my 1st year at junior high. even after i got an alienware at my 1st year senior high, the laptop is still working great, and it is aged 4 years old by the time.

ah, now where did i put that acer? maybe it is covered with dust now.
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post May 27 2013, 09:30 PM

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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ May 27 2013, 09:18 PM)
Haha, at the end of the day it still depends on the "line" of the notebooks la laugh.gif
Budget line ones will definitely have poorer build quality than the premium ones~
I personally don't like the Aspire V5 series... the newer hybrids seemed pretty decent though  thumbup.gif
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that was a budget line laptop that my father got after his business is crippled.

QUOTE(happy_berry @ May 27 2013, 09:22 PM)
One more question.. why is ASUS so freaking expensive? is it like premium prices with premium quality ah?
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they are premium in quality but not in service. their products are tempting, stylish and promising too.

but im a hater for ASUS line laptops.
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post May 27 2013, 09:36 PM

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QUOTE(Psychosis @ May 27 2013, 09:13 PM)
I am looking for a ultrabook sized laptop with decent gaming performance

1. Preferred Brand = Anything
2. Budget = RM3500
3. Usage = movies, assignments, internet and gaming
4. Preferred laptop/screen size = 13" to 15"

Thanks.
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gaming with an ultrabook? not really recommended if you are playing for long hours. the heat will trap inside the laptop due to their thinness and will result in hardware damage. however, your choices :

Acer [Ultrabook] M5-481PTG-53316G52, i5-3317U + Nvidia GT640M + 20GB mSATA + 500GB HDD@RM2999, 10-point touch, W8
Dell Inspiron 14R, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT730M + (1366x768;touch)@RM1999[2.33kg], 4GB, 750GB(5400rpm), Linux; W8@RM2299
Dell Vostro 5460, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT630M + (32GB mSATA SSD + 500GB(5400rpm))@RM2199[1.54kg], 4GB, W8SL, 3 cell
HP [Ultrabook] Envy4-1204TX, i5-3337U + AMD HD8750M + 32GB mSATA +500GB(5400rpm)@RM2399[Beats][1.75kg], 2GB, W8
Lenovo Z400, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099, 4GB, 1TB, W8; 2 years warranty; colors: chocolate

Acer [Ultrabook] M3-581TG-53316G52, i5-3317U + Nvidia GT640M + 20GB mSATA + 500GB HDD@RM2699[2.25kg], 6GB
ASUS [Ultrabook] S56CM-XX276H i7-3517U + Nvidia GT635M + 24GB mSATA + 1TB@RM2899[2.3kg], 8GB, W8; color: black
Dell Inspiron 15R, i7-3537U + AMD HD8730M + (1920x1980; anti-glare)@RM3299[2.32kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), W8SL
Lenovo Z500, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2299[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 years warranty

prices are RSP and negotiable.
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post May 27 2013, 09:38 PM

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QUOTE(happy_berry @ May 27 2013, 09:32 PM)
why the hate for asus though? shitty after sale service?
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correct. nod.gif

however, it is ASUS line laptops only, not their mobos and graphics cards.
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post May 27 2013, 09:47 PM

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QUOTE(gunplakk @ May 27 2013, 09:44 PM)
For the Vostro 5460, without optic drive, how to install Windows 7?
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we have a port in world that is called USB.

ISO image of windows is copied into a thumbdrive and installed with it. it is way more faster than DVD.
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post May 27 2013, 09:57 PM

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QUOTE(happy_berry @ May 27 2013, 09:51 PM)
if you were to settle for an all-around performance laptop around 2k budget, which one would you choose?
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the Lenovo Z400 or Z480. it is worth the price and the specs are better than ASUS.
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QUOTE(GTOld @ May 28 2013, 02:24 PM)
Thanks Raymontong94 & Nexus2238 for your helpful suggestions & ideas. Made me rethink my priorities a bit. I think I can run the 3D CAD software OK with a decent graphics card & a load of RAM purchased separately.

Saw a Toshiba U940-1001X, 4GB RAM, 640GB HDD+32GB SSD (hybrid?), NVIDIA GT630M (2GB), 14" screen, Intel i5, W8, for RM2300.

Any opinion on this model or alternatives you would recommend?
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Dell Vostro 5460, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT630M + (32GB mSATA SSD + 500GB(5400rpm))@RM2199[1.54kg], 4GB, W8SL, 3 cell
HP [Ultrabook] Envy4-1204TX, i5-3337U + AMD HD8750M + 32GB mSATA +500GB(5400rpm)@RM2399[Beats][1.75kg], 2GB, W8
Lenovo Z400, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099, 4GB, 1TB, W8; 2 years warranty; colors: chocolate

best suggested is Lenovo Z400 among the all.
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QUOTE(aurafyrah @ May 28 2013, 10:11 PM)
I am looking for a ultrabook sized laptop (uni student)

1. Preferred Brand = dell, lenovo
2. Budget = RM 2500 below
3. Usage = movies, assignments, internet , photoshop

prefer that not run too hot
long term usage..

Thanks. smile.gif
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Dell Vostro 5460, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT630M + (32GB mSATA SSD + 500GB(5400rpm))@RM2199[1.54kg], 4GB, W8SL, 3 cell
Dell [Ultrabook]Inspiron 14z, i3-3217U + AMD HD7570M + 32GB mSATA + 500GB(5400rpm)@RM2099[1.87kg], 4GB, W7HB/W8, *no VGA port, OD
Lenovo Z400, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099, 4GB, 1TB, W8; 2 years warranty; colors: chocolate
Lenovo [Ultrabook]S400, i5-3317U + Intel HD4000 + 24GB mSATA + 500GB(5400rpm)@RM1999[1.8kg], 4GB, W7HB; AMD HD7450M/W8@RM2199

use the remaining budget to extend warranty to 3 years and upgrade the RAM if you are a heavy multi-tasker. prices are RSP and negotiable.
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QUOTE(GDextrimst @ May 28 2013, 10:17 PM)
Preferred Brand : Asus
Budget              : Around 1.5k
Usage              : More to light gaming, online and watch movie
Screen size        : 15''6

i got one in mind, Asus a55vd. is there any suggestion from sifus here?
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ASUS [Ultrabook]K46CM-WX060V, B987 + Nvidia GT630M@RM1699[2kg], 2GB, 500GB, W8, OD
Lenovo G480, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT635M@RM1899, 4GB, 1TB(5400rpm), W8, 2 yrs warranty
Dell Inspiron 14-3421, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT625M@RM1699[1.99kg], W8SL, 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), 6-cell

prices are RSP and negotiable.
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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ May 29 2013, 11:30 AM)
Was wondering why you would want to get a gaming-line notebook for your sister who doesn't game?  hmm.gif
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he is asking separately. i remembered that he need some recommendations for gaming laptops before. you can check his posts.

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one thing you need to know is that MSI's quality and service is questionable due to its small reputation. but so far, we dont receive complains about MSI laptops.
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QUOTE(chantakzee @ May 30 2013, 01:45 PM)
1. Preferred Brand : any
2. Budget : better below Around 1.5k +- 150
3. Usage : internet surfing, casual gaming (Team fortress 2), assignments , programming.
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 14 , 15

I'm a computer science student , I have a desktop that satisfies my gaming addict , now I need a laptop for the assignments .
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Dell Inspiron 15, i3-2117U + Intel HD4000@RM1299[2.25kg], Win8SL, 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm)
Dell Inspiron 14-3421, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT625M@RM1699[1.99kg], W8, 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), 6-cell
Lenovo G480, i5-3230M + Intel HD4000@RM1499, 2GB, 500GB (5400rpm), FreeDOS
Lenovo Ideapad G580, i5-3210M + Nvidia GT630M@RM1699, 2GB, 500GB, freeDOS, 1 yr warranty

spend extra around RM60 for upgrade to 4GB RAM. prices are RSP and negotiable. icon_rolleyes.gif
since you are a computer science student, so i dont see you need a warranty extension. you can troubleshoot, right?
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QUOTE(dk999 @ Jun 1 2013, 09:01 AM)
1. brand preferably Toshiba or more reputable brand. No Acer
2. budget 4-5k
3. office use
4. 14", 15" if light, loud speaker, big storage, ssd
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office use dont need budget that much. at least RM3000 and you can find good ones and if you need something light, dell already has some

Dell
[Ultrabook]Inspiron 14z, i7-3517U + AMD HD7570M + 32GB SSD + 500GB(5400rpm)@RM2749[1.87kg], 8GB, W8 *no VGA port, OD
Vostro 5460, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT630M + (32GB mSATA SSD + 500GB(5400rpm))@RM2199[1.54kg], 4GB, W8SL, 3 cell

Lenovo
[Ultrabook]S400, i5-3317U + Intel HD4000 + 24GB mSATA + 500GB(5400rpm)@RM1999[1.8kg], 4GB, W7HB; AMD HD7450M/W8@RM2199

Tosihba
[Ultrabook]Satellite P840-1000X, i5-3317U + Nvidia GT630M@RM2799[harman/kardon], 4GB, 750GB, OD, W8P; backlit keyboard
[Ultrabook] Satellite U940-1001X, i5-3317U + Nvidia GT630M + (32GB mSATA + 640GB HDD)@RM2699[1.7kg], 4GB, W8, backlit keyboard,(1st year on-site)

prices are RSP and negotiable. use the remaining budget to upgrade the RAM (if you like) and extend the warranty to 3 years. icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(dk999 @ Jun 1 2013, 06:58 PM)
Ok, if looking for a laptop with good speakers and keyboard, which can recommend?
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like that you can look at dell's premium line laptops but the budget maybe more beautiful.

Dell
[Ultrabook]XPS 14, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT630M + 32GB mSATA+ 500GB(5400rpm) HDD + (1600x900)@RM3849[2.1kg], 4GB, backlit, spill resistant keyboard, W8
[Ultrabook] XPS13, i5-3337U + Intel HD4000 + 256GB SSD + (1920x1080)@RM4299[1.36kg], 8GB, W8, backlit
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QUOTE(chantakzee @ Jun 2 2013, 12:11 AM)
i5 3337u vs 3210m which is better ? In performance and other aspects like battery life
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i5 3337U is better in terms of battery life but weaker in performance.
i5 3210M is better in performance but weaker in terms of battery life.
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