15" is definitely better for editing work- More workspace

Maybe can go for the XPS15 or Precision M3800 + SSD, should overall be much cheaper
Otherwise, you'll have to fork out the money for the MBP 15RD with 512GB SD, Apple is like that one la
Anyways, there seems to be another one with 256GB SSD as well, but might not be enough space for your files

Afaik, we only have the HD+ versions here
Websites for most brands are often outdated or not updated according to region/country

Cheapest FullHD notebook in town
15.6"
MSI
GP60-2OD-259MY, i5-4200M + Nvidia GT740M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM2699, 4GB, 750GB, W8, steel series KB

*Price in RRP

13"
Acer
Aspire S5-391-53314G12, i5-3317U + Intel HD4000 + 128GB SSD@RM3499[1.2kg], W7HP
Aspire S7-392-74504G12, i7-4500U + Intel HD4400 + 128GB SSD + (1920x1080; touch)@RM3999[1.3kg], 4GB, W8.1

Asus
T300LA-C4001H, i5-4200U + Intel HD4400 + 128GB SSD + (1920x1080 IPS; touch)@RM3399[1.1+0.8kg], 4GB, W8.1, keyboard dock; Backlit KB

*Prices in RRP

Me copy paste forget edit top actually not designer is programmer

the 13" rmbp is dual core processor and iris graphic only... another option for you to consider..

how about 15" RMBP... just shy 2.0kg... and shy RM 8179, with configuration as follow
2.0GHz Quad-core Intel Core i7, Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz
16GB 1600MHz DDR3L SDRAM
512GB PCIe-based Flash Storage
no Apple USB SuperDrive

or directly get the higher spec 15 RMBP at rm 8499....

just suggest only....

This post has been edited by xproc: Apr 9 2014, 11:37 PM

Thanks again for the prompt reply. I'll have further look on XPS15/Precision M3800.

Actually I travel a lot and need to pull MacBook Pro out for short bursts of activity several times a day — say, in remote offices or coffee shops — for things like photo/video editing, presentation, email/word processing, and web browsing.

Since I travel with quite a lot of camera gear (dslr, tripod & accessories), that is why I am trying to minimize as much weight as I can.

Spot on bro. I think I'll settle with 15 inch instead coz I really need that quad core & Iris Pro dedicated 2GB graphic card for image/video editing.

Many thanks all for the suggestion!

Any good seller in Low Yat Plaza that can offer good bundled package for notebook to recommend?

Sup fellas!

1. Preferred Brand : Anything!

2. Budget : RM 2500 - 3500

3. Usage : University (Mechanical Engineering..presentation, project work, CAD program and also programming, and maybe some light video editing for projects), light gaming/Indie games to ease my mind like Don't Starve, Bastion etc., watching movies, listening to songs.

4. Preferred laptop/screen size : I would like a laptop that gets the job done in portability scenarios. Mostly I will bring it around campus, use it as a study material in libraries and maybe it will become and entertainment system when I'm on board a plane..so I will need a laptop that has a long battery life, slim and not give a lot of noise and heating. I don't really need perfect speakers because I will mostly use headphones. Screen size can be anything in between the 'not too small and not too big' category. If possible..NO GLOSS!

This post has been edited by Pistolmanik: Apr 10 2014, 01:16 AM

I understand what you mean mate
I have some pretty heavy DSLR gears too, and my thick and bulky M14x just couldn't cut it... aiming for the XPS15 or M3800 next haha, at ~2kg, its definitely muc better than my current notebook..
And since its made of carbon fibre, you can expect great robustness

bundled package as in?
from what i know, they only bundled the bag pack, keyboard and mouse is another story.

try visit Viewnet, Jayacom, C-Zone or PC Zone. they may have better offers.

I think only you will know whether a notebook is "not too big or not too small"?
Anyways, I think for engineering work, a 15" (larger than what most people choose) notebook will be the better pick- larger workspace

Unfortunately long battery life/slim/quiet/good cooling don't come together, compromises have to be made

Can consider these:
For Performance:
Asus S551LB-CJ075H, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT740M + 24GB mSATA + 1TB + (1366x768;touch)@RM3499[2.4kg], 8GB, W8, 3-cell
Lenovo Z510, i7-4702MQ + Nvidia GT740M@RM2799[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 yrs
MSI GP60-2PE-026MY, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GT840M + (1920x1080; anti-glare) @RM3299[Dynaudio], 4GB, 1TB HDD, W8.1


For longer battery life:
Dell
Inspiron 15 7000, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT750M (GDDR5) + (1366x768; Touch)@RM2899[2.6kg], 6GB, 750GB(5400rpm), W8.1SL, backlit keyboard, 58Whr
Inspiron 15 7000, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT750M (GDDR5) + (1920x1080; Touch)@RM3599[2.6kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), W8.1SL, backlit keyboard, 58Whr

*Prices in RRP, negotiable

I see..thanks!! Decisions...decisions...I'll probably try them when I got the chance to drop by Lowyat.

not too big and not too small, i assume you might want something around 15inch. you can take advantage of one of the latest multimedia power horse.

MSI
GP60-2PE-026MY, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GT840M + (1920x1080; anti-glare) @RM3299[Dynaudio], 4GB, 1TB HDD, W8.1

or if you want a more battery efficient (but a little weaker processor for your productive assignments and no anti-glare) :

Dell
Inspiron 15 7000, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT750M (GDDR5) + (1920x1080; Touch)@RM3599[2.6kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), W8.1SL, backlit keyboard, 58Whr

you will benefit the full HD screen of both laptops a lot since you do CAD and programming projects. it also benefits your movie experience, while the speakers for both laptops are from decent manufacturers (although you dont need it).
prices in RRP and negotiable.

EDIT : dayum sifu TJ mentioned the same laptops! i suppose he was sleeping at this time.

This post has been edited by raymondtong94: Apr 10 2014, 01:33 AM

Alright! Thanks guys!

Hi sifus!

1. Preferred Brand: Asus (can consider other brands too except Acer)
2. Budget: 2k (can increase a little)
3. Usage: office work, web browsing, videos/music (no editing)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: larger than 15"
Prefer no touchscreen, lightweight laptops with good keyboard and battery life because it's for business work when travelling

This post has been edited by lxying: Apr 10 2014, 07:27 AM

There are no notebooks larger than 15" at RM2k

Was playing Bioshock Infinite

Hmm ok. How about 14" laptops then?

And how much would 15" ones cost?