because they are ultrabooks, so the processors are tweaked at a weaker state to compete with core i5 ULV processors to save battery life.

I seee.. not too good with the specs of the lappies will review them and have a look around. I guess my latitude isn't i5 ULV then. or was it all i5 does come with ULV feature?

only ultrabooks and some certain models do come with core i5 ULV. however, like dell's new inspiron models which comes with core i ULV processors, they are not suitable in the ultrabook category.

to differentiate between ULV and normal processors, at the end of the model number are labelled with U (for ULV) or M/QM (normal dual/quad core).

thanks bro. thats very informative.

just wondering,any idea when laptop equip with haswell will hit our market? This is the main hindrance why i keep on postponing my intention to buy a new laptop
ps: sorry for asking this kind of question

some quad core processors announcement date

1. Preferred Brand: Asus/Dell/Samsung
2. Budget: RM2,000+
3. Usage: Studies
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 14 inches and above

Studies only? then you can let your parents consider these:

Dell Inspiron 14-3421, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT625M@RM1649[1.99kg], Ubuntu, 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), 6-cell; W8SL@RM1899
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
Samsung NP370R4E, i3-3110M + Intel HD4000@RM1699, 4GB, 500GB, W8

prices are RSP and negotiable. if you have the spare budget, use it to upgrade RAM to 4GB (for some models suggested) and extend warranty to 3 years for peace of mind.

Budget: RM2,000 to RM2,500(The cheaper the better)

Of course the laptop is more focused on studies... But sometimes he will also play some games like Dota 2 etc.. So any other suggestions? he has a Galaxy S3 also, so will a Samsung laptop benefit him even more?

This post has been edited by JkzsBlog: Apr 27 2013, 08:59 PM

Lenovo Z400, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099, 4GB, 1TB, W8; 2 years warranty; colors: chocolate
HP [Ultrabook] Envy4-1238TX, i5-3337U + AMD HD8750M@RM2099[Beats][1.75kg], 2GB, 500GB(5400rpm), W8
Dell Inspiron 14R (Special Edition), i5-3210M + Nvidia GT640M(28nm Kepler)@RM2049[2.38kg], 4GB, 500GB(7200rpm), W7HP/W8

if possible, use the remaining money to extend warranty to 3 years.

He doesn't want any Levovo branded laptops. He has a Galaxy S3 also, so will a Samsung laptop benefit him even more?

no benefit but samsung does comes with tons of bloatwares. so talk frankly, your laptop will be a hella slower. lenovo so far has the best spec at here. you should let him consider.

ok.thanks
Z400 and Z500 launch in malaysia ady?
what is the price for z500?

Z400 with GT740M is launched. Z500 with GT740M, not sure but will make it on time.

Lenovo Z500, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT645M @RM2299, 4GB, 1TB, W8; backlit, 2 years warranty (4-cell)

Hi sifus,

need some help pls...

1. Preferred Brand : asus/lenovo
2. Budget : +-3k
3. Usage : work, light gaming and entertainment
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 14"

thx...

This post has been edited by hien_slayerz: Apr 27 2013, 09:50 PM

Lenovo Y400, i7-3630QM + Nvidia GT750M@RM2799, 4GB, 500GB, W8, 120wPSU, swappable ODD, 2 years warranty
Lenovo Z400, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099, 4GB, 1TB, W8; 2 years warranty; colors: chocolate
ASUS A45VS-VX026H, i5-3210M + Nvidia GT645M@RM2199[2.4kg], 2GB, 500GB, W8
ASUS [Ultrabook]S46CM-WX023V, i5-3317U + Nvidia GT635M + 24GB mSATA + 500GB HDD@RM2399[2kg], 4GB, W7HP

if you choose to buy the A45VS, then use the remaining budget to upgrade the RAM to 4GB and extend warranty to 3 years (for other laptops too). prices are RSP and negotiable.

Z500 with GT740M still dont know about price?

not yet known. maybe due to its model release or some other reasons.

ok
thanks a lot ^^

Hi sifus,


1. Preferred Brand : any
2. Budget : below rm2300
3. Usage : words, gaming, music, download movie
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 14" above


i do some survey, just am zero on notebook, so cannot make up mind
hopefully the pro can guide me

hp envy4 1204tx
asus S46CM-WX023V
lenovo z400

tyvm pro