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post Dec 17 2013, 01:52 PM

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QUOTE(profdra @ Dec 17 2013, 12:43 PM)
thanks.

is there any other laptop besides N550JV with

i7
8gb ram
GT750
IPS - 15" - 1920x1080
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These?
Different type of i7 though laugh.gif
15.6"
Acer
V7-582PG-74508G52k, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT750M + 24GB mSATA + 500GB HDD + (1920x1080 IPS; touch)@RM3399[2.2kg], 8GB, W8
V7-582PG-74501225k, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT750M + 256GB SSD + (1920x1080 IPS; touch)@RM3999[2.2kg], 12GB, W8.1

And of course, much slimmer = higher heat
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post Dec 18 2013, 09:20 AM

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QUOTE(ShadowFiendZXC @ Dec 17 2013, 11:43 PM)
1. Preferred Brand : Any with no bad warranty service
2. Budget : RM 3k ~ 3.5k
3. Usage : Gaming
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : >15" if possible
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If warranty support is your top priority,t hen can consider this one:
15.6"
Dell Inspiron 15R, i7-4500U + AMD HD8850M (GDDR5) @RM2499[2.32kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), Linux, 65WHr; W8SL@RM2699

*use remaining budget to extend warranty to 3 years, and upgrade the HDD to a spanking new and fast SSD brows.gif

Otherwise can consider these:
15.6"
Lenovo Y510p, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT755M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080)@RM3399[2.7kg], 8GB, 1TB, W8.1, red backlit, swappable ODD, 120w psu, 2 yrs

MSI
GE60-2OC, i5-4200M + Nvidia GT750M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM3099,8GB, 750GB(7200rpm), W8, steel series KB
GE60-2OC, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT750M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM3599,8GB, 750GB(7200rpm), W8, steel series KB

*Prices in RRP, negotiable
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post Dec 18 2013, 09:24 AM

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QUOTE(Screen @ Dec 17 2013, 11:58 PM)
1. Preferred Brand : Asus, Acer, any la, good brand name can d
2. Budget : RM 1k-1.5k
3. Usage : Normal Office, presentation, surfing the web, not so much on custom apps, music, movies and lastly, NOT ON GAMING
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : >=11"
5. Additional requests: Screen must be clear, must be light (<1kg if possible), long battery life, have video out ports for presentations and hdmi ports.
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Closest would be these I suppose
11.6"
Acer V5-132P-10192G50b, 1019Y + Intel HD + (1366x768; touch)@RM1399, 2GB, 500GB, W8; color: light blue

Asus
VivoBook S200E, i3-3217U + Intel HD4000 + (1366x768; touch)@RM1699[1.38kg], 4GB, 500GB, W8; colors: Grey/Pink/White, 2-cell, 1 year
VivoBook S200E, B847 + Intel UMA + (1366x768; touch)@RM1399[1.38kg], 2GB, 500GB, W8; colors: Grey/Pink/White, 2-cell, 1 year

Lenovo Ideapad S210T, i3-3217U + Intel HD +(1366x768, touch)@RM1699[1.4kg], 4GB, 500GB, W8

Better check on the availability of ports first. They probably don't have everything you want nod.gif
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post Dec 18 2013, 09:27 AM

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QUOTE(utadaz @ Dec 18 2013, 12:50 AM)
1. Preferred Brand: Asus/Dell/Lenovo/MSI/ apple maybe?
2. Budget: RM2k - RM3k
3. Usage: Surfing the web, movies and light/moderate gaming (Diablo3)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 11-14 inch
Would also prefer laptops that are less than 2kg

Was looking at the Dell Vostro 5470 because it has gt740m graphics card and also only weights 1.6kg.
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Yeah, pretty much the Vostro if you want something really light-weight
14"
Dell Vostro 5470, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M + 32GB mSATA + 500GB(5400rpm) + (1366x768; Touch)@RM2549, 4GB, W8.1, 3-cell

*prices in RRP
*use remaining budget to extend warranty to 3 years
*Do take note that slimmer notebooks = higher heat, poorer built
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post Dec 18 2013, 11:58 AM

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QUOTE(hmseen @ Dec 9 2013, 04:36 PM)
Hi Gurus

Need some recommendation for notebooks/laptops

1. Preferred Brand: Anything but Apple. Anything means reliable in terms of Support & Service as well as product.
2. Budget: 3k
3. Usage: Business with lots of application testing and productivity tools running - I need CPU speed.
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: min 14"

Thanks y'all
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QUOTE(hmseen @ Dec 18 2013, 11:13 AM)
Based on PF T.J's recommendation, I checked the specs on the website. But no LAN port, VGA (still need this as some projectors do not support HDMI), no RAM extension bay in case for an upgrade,

Any other recommendations? No HP - always bad experience with its hardware.
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If you have specific criteria, please mention in your first post ya icon_rolleyes.gif

Perhaps can consider this one?
14"
Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E440, i5-4200M + Intel HD4600@RM2659, 4GB, 1TB(5400rpm), W7P + W8P
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post Dec 18 2013, 12:02 PM

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QUOTE(Screen @ Dec 18 2013, 10:00 AM)
Those are great, but it doesn't come with Office. Which I will need to pay another 200 bucks for it (I don't trust pirated softwares due to bad experiences). As well as 50 bucks for Antivirus (I don't trust free antivirus due to bad experiences as well)

How does the laptops recommended above stand an advantage over Surface 2? I don't mind not running full windows cause I don't really use custom apps like photoshop etc. And I am very focused on the screen resolution and pixel density cause I use it for movies, Youtube and other video viewing activities (Surface runs at resolution of 1920x1080 and pixel density of 208 dpi). As well as battery life cause I use it in colleges and Uni which I don't really want to charge everytime (Surface 2 have approximately 10 hours of battery life during video playback)
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No news of Surface 2 in Malaysia yet right? hmm.gif
Anyways, MS Surface are 10.1" in size; your requirement is >11.6"
And you can forget about ports if you are going for a tablet/hybrid brows.gif

But nevertheless its a great choice as long as you don't use less common applications nod.gif

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Dec 18 2013, 12:02 PM
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post Dec 18 2013, 12:16 PM

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QUOTE(hmseen @ Dec 18 2013, 12:14 PM)
Hi PF T.J

Thanks. I initially thought that new hardwares would still come with the LAN n VGA port by default. Will check out the Lenovo then. Thanks again bro.
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For that ThinkPad Edge, I'm not sure whether it comes with 2/3 years warranty as default. If not, you 'll have to extend the warranty ya laugh.gif
Otherwise, can upgrade to SSD with the remaining budget brows.gif
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post Dec 18 2013, 07:00 PM

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QUOTE(ybpow @ Dec 18 2013, 12:32 PM)
1. Preferred Brand: Except Acer and Asus
2. Budget: 2k~3k
3. Usage: Light gaming, use for programming like Android/ C++ / Dual boot Linux and Windows
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: Prefer normal laptop but ultrabook, any screen size will do
Thanks in advance! biggrin.gif

Edit: Added some requirements
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Can consider these:
14"
Acer
V5-473PG-54204G50, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M +(1366x768;touch)@RM2299, 4GB, 500GB,W8 *no OD

Asus
K451LB-WX071H, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2199, 4GB, 750GB, W8

Dell
Vostro 5470, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M + 32GB mSATA + 500GB(5400rpm) + (1366x768; Touch)@RM2549, 4GB, W8.1, 3-cell

HP Pavilion 14-N059TX, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099[2.03kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8; colors: silver/black

Sony Vaio SVF14318SG, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M + (1366x768;touch)@RM2399, 4GB, 500GB, W8SL; colors: white

Toshiba
Satelite L40-AS125XG/B/W, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2299[Onkyo], 2GB, 750GB, 3 years local warranty, W8; colors: Gold/blue/white

*Use remaining budget for warranty extension (if applicable) icon_rolleyes.gif
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post Dec 18 2013, 09:46 PM

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QUOTE(raymondtong94 @ Dec 18 2013, 08:41 PM)
T.J. is not a specialist, just like me, nexus, xproc, pandera666, we are all a laptop suggester based on our experience and knowledge.

by the way, T.J. is a biologist and photographer, so he dont own any IT shops.
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You, nexus and God lee_what are the real sifus la laugh.gif
I really know nuts about computing haha, and seriously its getting harder and harder to recommend with all the new hybrids coming up laugh.gif
Even I dunno which one I'd choose now, spoilt for choice! laugh.gif

Anyway, promoted to Dr. already rclxm9.gif
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post Dec 18 2013, 09:47 PM

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QUOTE(Screen @ Dec 18 2013, 07:37 PM)
Well, I don't want to make myself addicted to games again, so I basically "donated" my desktop to my sister and just want to have basic applications and a super clear screen with long battery life. And btw, I requested a >=11", not >11.6" smile.gif

I already have a 500gb and a 1tb external hdd, so storage wont be a problem. Planning to buy a 64gb microsd card too.

Surface 2 is still not out yet, but I am already aiming for it, just dropping by here to see is there any laptops that will change my mind. It is pre-installed with Microsoft Office 2013 RT. It is 10.6" in size, slightly smaller than my requirements but its resolution and pixel density covered that flaw. It does have a HD video out port, a microHDMI port and a USB 3.0 port though. I do have spare adapters to adapt it to suitable hardwares for video output (not trying to promote Surface 2 here icon_rolleyes.gif )

Anyways, thank you T.J for your recommendations, you are truly the laptop specialist in LYN that my friends have been mentioning on and on again. And also thank you xproc for listing out the differences between a laptop and a tablet, as well as recommending me something new  rclxms.gif

Btw, do you 2 have shops in LYP? Or anywhere in KL/Subang/PJ? Maybe I can pay a visit to your shops some day?
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You are most welcomed laugh.gif
I'm actually waiting for the MS Surface 2 tablets too haha~
But one thing's for sure, its definitely worth the wait, as a lot of new tablets are coming up... Although some may not be as good as the Surface, they do have better warranty supports hmm.gif
I'm not too sure what happens if a Surface becomes faulty laugh.gif
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QUOTE(nexus2238 @ Dec 18 2013, 10:06 PM)
finish your Phd? Congratulation  rclxms.gif  thumbup.gif  notworthy.gif
From now on, I will address you as Dr TJ  tongue.gif
So going to marry gf next year huh?  brows.gif
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QUOTE(raymondtong94 @ Dec 18 2013, 10:09 PM)
thats cool, anyway gratz with the promotion.
if you gonna marry your gf, dont forget to invite all the sifus for a toast. thumbup.gif  cheers.gif
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QUOTE(Screen @ Dec 18 2013, 10:31 PM)
Hmm, we riot the streets and ask for a refund xD

Anyway, gratz for your promotion to Dr. biggrin.gif
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Thanks guys! Appreciate it notworthy.gif notworthy.gif
Its just a title la, I'm still the same guy hehe~

*Sorry off topic
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QUOTE(psYCHopath @ Dec 19 2013, 03:04 AM)
Hi,

1. Preferred Brand (No Acer, have bad experience with MOBO dead x3 laptop had this problem, hinge malfunction)
2. Budget (RM2000 below)
3. Usage (Office use *mostly youtube, excel, word)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size (15"  & below)

Preferably to get one that can run Windows 7 smoothly with no drivers problem. And able to extend +warranty additional 2 years would be a bonus.
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QUOTE(pandera999 @ Dec 19 2013, 07:01 AM)
laugh.gif yeah

14"
Toshiba Satellite S40t-AS107, i3-3227U + Intel HD4000 + (1366x768; touch)@RM1999[Onkyo], 4GB, 500GB, W8SL; 2 years local warranty; color: silver
2 years warranty plus nice speaker for you  brows.gif
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I suppose if you can fork out a little bit more, then this would be the better pick:
14"
Toshiba Satellite L40-AS109Xb/G/W, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2199[Onkyo][Onkyo], 4GB, 750GB, 3 years local warranty; colors: Blue/gold/white

with 3 years warranty as standard and color options brows.gif
Prices in RRP, negotiable~
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QUOTE(raymondtong94 @ Dec 19 2013, 08:03 PM)
turn back a few pages and you will see it.
its basically overpriced but still a good and recommended laptop if the person has a good budget.
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It should've at least come with mSATA for the price sad.gif
Even the Inspiron 14 7000 has it sweat.gif
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QUOTE(skulqerX @ Dec 20 2013, 03:17 PM)
Hi lowyat sifus. Im searching for a laptop for video editing purposes .

1. Anything except Acer , with good warranty
2. Price : RM3k
3. Use : Hardcore Video editing , maybe some light gaming liek CS GO
4. Screen size : Ill prefer biggest for the buck. And if possible FHD , if not HD

Hey i really appreciate for any help given. Stay awesome guys !
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"Biggest for the buck" would be these laugh.gif
17.3"
Dell Inspiron 17 7000, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT750M (GDDR5) + (1600x900, Touch)@RM3499 [3.3kg], 6GB, 1TB(5400rpm), W8SL, backlit keyboard, 58Whr
Lenovo Ideapad G780, i5-3210M + Nvidia GT630M + (1600x900)@RM2299[3.0kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm); W7HP


However, for your usage, I suppose these will be better picks:
15.6"
Lenovo Z510, i7-4702MQ + Nvidia GT740M@RM2799[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 yrs

MSI GP60-2OD, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT740M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM2999, 4GB, 750GB, W8, steel series KB

*Prices in RRP, negotiable

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QUOTE(chinkw1 @ Dec 20 2013, 04:22 PM)
Which brand offers best warranty service and after sales service?
Heard ASUS is has bad warranty service...sad.gif
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Dell, Apple and Illegear seemed to be at the top of the list when it comes to normal consumer notebooks hmm.gif
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QUOTE(blazingheart @ Dec 20 2013, 04:38 PM)
Hi!!! Can help me with the below? thx!  notworthy.gif

1. Preferred Brand: Any Brand really
2. Budget: Around RM3.5K
3. Usage: Gaming (Battlefield 4, Crysis 3). Web Browsing, Multiple programs on usually like browser, Spreadsheet, videos. Occasional need for portability (not asking for weight but battery at least 3/4 hours would be great)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: At least 14/15 inch. Preferred decent cooling. I want it to last at least 2/3 years

I searched around for quite some time. Hp Envy 15 and Lenovo Ideapad Y510P caught my eye. The Y510P Dual GPU is nice but low battery life from what i see.
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The usual picks:
15.6"
Asus
N550JV-CN077H, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GT750M + (1920x1080; IPS matte)@RM3699[2.7kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8, backlit keyboard

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]
*might want to wait and see what X'mas promotions are there nod.gif

Lenovo
Y510p, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT755M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080)@RM3399[2.7kg], 8GB, 1TB, W8.1, red backlit, swappable ODD, 120w psu, 2 yrs

MSI
GE60-2OC, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT750M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM3599,8GB, 750GB(7200rpm), W8, steel series KB

*Prices in RRP, negotiable
*The Illegear RE-15 should have the coolest temps among this lot. Though its better to double confirm first laugh.gif
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QUOTE(Dkck @ Dec 20 2013, 06:18 PM)
Dear sifu,

Before this I had decide to get the laptop below but many place out of stock, i need laptop urgent. Can you all please suggest still got what laptops offer same or similar spec performance and price with the laptop below. 

Any brand will do.
MSI CX61 2OD-078MY= SRP RM2199
15" HD, Glare (1366*766)/nVidia GeForce GT740M 2GB GDDR3/Sharkbay i5-4200M/DDR III 4GB/500GB (SATA)/Super Multi DVDRW/AW-NB114H Combo (b/g/n)+BT4.0/WIN 8/6 cell (C4 EX4)/Carry Case
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QUOTE(teranun @ Dec 20 2013, 06:43 PM)
Sifus need help here. I just got from LYP this morning and i look for gaming laptops...

Acer, Lenovo, Alienware, MSI, Dell

my budget is around 3.5 to 5k.
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please help sifus... need to have plenty of suggestion here guys...
Thanks in Advance sifus, i really need your help.,,,,
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Can consider this one:
15.6"
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]

It should cover all the things you want nod.gif
*extend warranty to 3 years, opt for the best screen upgrade, and also opt for an i7 CPU and SSD
*Might want to wait a few more days and see what X'mas promotion Illegear will be holding this year icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(hiatus4life @ Dec 20 2013, 06:39 PM)
Seeking fellow sifus advice:

1. Any brand with local warranty
2. RM2000 - RM3500
3. Browsing, Watch Movie, Graphic Editing, Stock investing (speed & stable wifi connectivity)
4. At least 15" inch

*Prefer i7 , 8GB ram
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QUOTE(PF T.J. @ Dec 20 2013, 09:03 PM)

For your usage, I suppose these will be better picks:
15.6"
Lenovo Z510, i7-4702MQ + Nvidia GT740M@RM2799[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 yrs

MSI GP60-2OD, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT740M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM2999, 4GB, 750GB, W8, steel series KB

*Upgrade RAM to 8GB
*Prices in RRP, negotiable
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QUOTE(Jaric25 @ Dec 20 2013, 11:02 PM)
Sifu help pls,help me choose between this 2
Illegear RE-15, i5-4200M + Nvidia GTX765M + (1920x1080)@RM3499[2.6kg][Onkyo, SoundBlaster Cinema], 4GB, 500GB(7200rpm), FreeDOS, [CPU Options: i5-4200M - i7-4900MQ]
Or
Lenovo
Y510p, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT755M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080)@RM3399[2.7kg], 8GB, 1TB, W8.1, red backlit, swappable ODD, 120w psu, 2 yrs
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Illegear for me laugh.gif
Especially so if you have the budget nod.gif
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