Thanks for reply, learn something new from your advise !!

Hi, can help me out?
Preferred Brand: Any reliable will do
Budget: around RM 1000-1500
Usage: For School Assignment, watch movie smooth, surf web, facebook games, put video and photo, able to open lots of tabs in on browser (>15)
Preferred laptop/screen size: 13~14
*CHEAP, acceptable battery life, won't get heat easily, reliable
THX

the N550JV is much more suitable for you. 24GB mSATA caching just only helps you in loading. when it comes to some serious performance, the mSATA contributes nothing to it.

Acer
E1-432G-29552G50k, Intel 2955U + Nvidia GT720M@RM1399, 2GB, 500GB, W8

Dell
Inspiron 14-3437, i3-4010U + Intel HD4400@RM1399[1.99kg], Ubuntu, 4GB, 750GB(5400rpm), 4-cell; W8SL@RM1549

Lenovo
G400s, i3-3110M + Intel HD4000@RM1299, 4GB, 500GB, FreeDOS; W8@RM1499

prices are RRP and negotiable. best recommended choice for you is Dell.

hi guys, can i know for Acer P3 and the new Asus T100, can they run most of the windows software like vlc player, itunes, etc.? And is it possible to install those software to the microSD or external HDD? And can i install a printer drive on them and use the USB port to connect to a printer and print my stuff? Thanks!

Need help
Vostro 5470 i5. Vs HP Pavilion 14-n059TX i5
Which model more stable and reliable?

IMHO, some sellers are knowledgeable and can be trusted, so i make it 90%. just majority of them has no knowledge in IT.

about screen quality, i had seen before some Lenovo models, the screen was washing out and have poor viewing angles, but mostly are acceptable. just they are not perfect as Dell's Truelife monitor.

all brands are just the same. no matter where you go, there is still chance of getting a lemon unit. so luck plays part of the role in IT world.

but i would prefer the Vostro 5470 for girls, as it is lighter and more compact.

Hi all.

Need your opinion on the 2 shortlisted laptops I plan to buy.

1. Dell Vostro 5470
2. Lennovo E431

Basically I need something that runs windows 7. Mostly for work and movies.

Or is there anything else that I should consider?

Appreciate the advice.
Thanks.

Do you intend to install W7 yourself?
In terms of built and quality, I would prefer the Lenovo over the Dell. But in terms of warranty support, Dell is better (if covered)
Tough pick

Dell Vostro 5470 don't have spec that come with W7.
That left you only with:
ThinkPad Edge E431, i5-3230M + Intel HD4000@RM2589[2.15kg], 4GB, 1TB, W7P/W8P, anti-glare
Make sure you upgrade to 3 years on site warranty.

May also consider:

Asus (according to sifus, apparently Asus Malaysia is setting up on site support team for its PRO series. Please check with re-sellers. Without on site support, not suitable for "work" purpose)
PRO45VJ-V0047X, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT635M@RM2399[2.4kg], 4GB, 500GB, W7P
PRO45VJ-V0056X, i3-3120M +Intel HD4000@RM1999[2.4kg], 4GB, 500GB, W7P

HP
ProBook 4440s, i5-3210M + Intel HD4000@RM2549, 4GB, 500GB(7200rpm), W7P, anti-glare

Dell (we don't have the price list, but I know it is priced competitively vs Thinkpad Edge)
Latitude 14 3000

Prices are RSP, negotiable.

This post has been edited by nexus2238: Oct 22 2013, 10:00 AM

As long as tablet is running W8 or W8.1 (not W8RT or W8.1RT), then it can run normal legacy window desktop applications.

Install software onto microSD or external HDD can be done (under W8 or W8.1), but you sacrifice in term of access speed and convenience.

Printer driver can be installed on device that run W8 or W8.1.
Through USB port - need to make sure the tablet has USB port or microUSB (you need the appropriate cable).
Network printer (either the printer has LAN or wireless LAN, or connect through USB or other port to a cheap print server (you do know that some wireless router can also serve as wireless print server? )) - personally I think this is easiest. As long as the tablet is connected to network (wireless LAN), install the driver and do the configuration, and you can print from anywhere (my setup at home).

This post has been edited by nexus2238: Oct 22 2013, 09:58 AM

Thanks man for your recommendations.
Now maybe considering a 15 inch as well, you think the GE60 is worth it ?

Thanks in advance.

1. Asus [or any other reliable brand]
2. Rm4000 ~ RM5000 net
3. Auto CAD, Microsoft Office, sometimes can gaming.
4. preferably 15.6", Weight=2~3KG, Longer battery life.

Thank you very very much!!!! icon_rolleyes.gif

Great budget you have there
Still, do take note that performance, weight and battery life don't really get along, you have to compromise abit
15.6"
Asus
N550JV-CN077H, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GT750M + (1920x1080; IPS matte)@RM3699[2.7kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8, backlit keyboard

Lenovo
Y510p, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT750M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080)@RM3399[2.7kg], 8GB, 1TB, W8, red backlit, swappable ODD, 120w psu, 2 yrs

Illegear Configure Illegear units here: http://www.illegear.com/
Illegear RE-15, i5-4200M + Nvidia GTX765M + (1920x1080)@RM3499[2.6kg][Onkyo, SoundBlaster Cinema], 4GB, 500GB(7200rpm), FreeDOS, [CPU Options: i5-4200M - i7-4900MQ]

*prices in RRP, negotiable
*use remaining budget to extend warranty to 3 years (except Asus since its very expensive and not worth it for the quality provided)
*Use remaininng budget to upgrade RAM to at least 8GB and also HDD to SSD (very important!). These will give you faster performance in terms of work and also gaming.

1. Any brand can
2. Below 3k
3. Gaming (BF 3,BO2,GTA IV and COH 2)
4. 15.6 inch screen or above

This post has been edited by amir7298: Oct 22 2013, 11:15 AM

1. Preferred Brand: Apple
2. Budget: below 3k
3. Usage:
-light gaming (dota 2)
-watch hd movie
-presentation
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 11/13 inch

I am currently eyeing on Mac Book Air since i love apple product as much as i love my wife. Please give me some advice

How about these?
15.6"
Asus S550CB-CJ102H i5-3337U + Nvidia GT740M + 24GB mSATA + 500GB + (1366x768; touch)@RM2499[1.83kg], 4GB, W8

Dell Inspiron 15R, i7-4500U + AMD HD8850M (GDDR5) @RM2499[2.32kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), Linux, 65WHr; W8SL@RM2699

Lenovo Z510, i5-4200M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2399[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 yrs, color: white


MSI
GE60K, i5-3230M + Nvidia GTX660M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM2899, 4GB, 750GB(7200rpm), W8, 2 years warranty
GE60-2OC, i5-4200M + Nvidia GT750M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM3099,8GB, 750GB(7200rpm), W8, steel series KB

*prices in RRP, negotiable
The AMD HD8850 and GT750M offer the best graphic performances among the lot.
My vote goes the to the Inspiron 15R, with remaining budget spent on warranty extension to 3 years

THis is the wrong thread
Regardless, these are the closest MacBooks to your budget, as you already know
11"
MacBookAir 11", i5-4250U + Intel HD5000 + 128GB SSD@RM2999[1.08kg], 4GB, backlit keyboard, Mac OSX

13"
MacBookAir 13", i5-4250U + Intel HD5000 + 128GB SSD + (1440x900)@RM3299[1.35kg], 4GB, backlit keyboard, Mac OSX

Might have to bootcamp for games
I would recommend going for the 13" since its larger = slightly better cooling, viewing and ergonomics


This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Oct 22 2013, 11:21 AM

u sure ah about Dell?heard stories about Dell laptop's quality......