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V22 ended really fast lol, no thanks to those who didn't follow the format @_@
Time for V23 now~



Laptop models and associated prices can be found here: LYN Notebook Price Catalog V4

Please do your research properly before buying ya, there are ORIGINAL and REFURBISHED notebooks out there. So don't get conned!

With the help of the sifus here, we hope that you will be able to find the best laptop for your usage~
Happy Hunting!


As usual, many thanks alot to God lee_what2004 sifu for his time in giving recommendations and updating the pricelist~

Special thanks to raymondtong94, nexus2238 sifus for their relentless participation in this thread, I'm sure many are grateful for your recommendations Keep it up guys~

**Hope nexus sifu will come back soon


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This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Mar 19 2014, 11:43 PM

TS's Comments:

The sifus and I have always wanted a specific section of the thread to recommend some of the more popular notebooks at a particular time, but sadly we never got the chance to do it since the lineups gets refreshed so rapidly that even we have problems catching up. Nevertheless, I would like to share my experiences with potential buyers on what you should look out for when you purchase your next notebook.

Of course, all opinions are my own, which are based on my 4 years experience here in recommending notebooks. I understand that different people have different priorities in choosing his/her notebook, and I have to admit that my priorities changed according to the years as well, so don't be surprised if yours do as well

Some points that I would like to share with potential notebook buyers:
1. You get what you pay for, at least for all the mainstream notebooks. Much like everything else in the market, if you pay peanuts, all that you're going to get are peanuts. Most Malaysians tend to ask for notebooks with the best "bang-for-buck" or best performance for the price, which is not exactly a very viable option. There are many other aspects to look for in a good notebook (Point 2).
astria sifu once said: "They must've cut corners somewhere you don't see it to achieve such a low price."
lil kiasu: "Cheap no good, good no cheap."

2. Don't just look at the main specifications of the notebook (CPU, GPU and HDD). There are many other aspects of a notebook that you should look at, for example:
- do you like the design of the notebook?
- how's the warranty support for this notebook/brand?
- is the keyboard comfortable to type on?
- are the speakers good?
- is the audio/mic ports combined or separated?
- is the cooling system good?
- is it easy to access the inner parts of the notebook (For upgrades and maintenance)?
- does the touchpad suck?
- and a whole lot more etc. etc. etc.

Of course, there are a lot more points to ponder, and each person has a different priority in the features they want. Which is why we sifus always recommend potential buyers to check out the notebook before buying. If you are a gamer, don't buy a very powerful machine with a very bad cooling system! It's not going to end well...
In short, you don't need a notebook with the most powerful CPU or GPU for your budget, you need one that you like (design and ergonomics), one that fulfils your usage.

3. Don't buy based on the brand. People tend to generalize when it comes to brands- If his/her notebook sucks, then everything from that brand sucks. This is of course, inaccurate.
One has to understand that there will always be lemon units in electronic devices. Whether a notebook lasts or not depends on a little bit of luck, but a lot on user care!
Even the most premium brands out there are not free from defects.

"Is Asus or Lenovo better?", we get this kind of questions a lot.

Each brand has different lineups of notebooks, ranging from budget to premium to workstations to business notebooks etc. Of course, don't expect budget notebooks to be extremely reliable, and don't expect business notebooks to be cheap. Each lineup of notebooks were designed specifically to suit different niche of people.
Thus, know which category of notebook you are going for, and set your expectations accordingly.

4. Buy based on warranty support. Apparently after sales service wasn't a really big thing 2-3 years back, but things have changed. People now understand how frustrating it can be to send in their faulty notebooks to the respective shops/service centres themselves, then wait for up to 2 months laptop-less for repairs. And that's not it, some might even have to put up with bad customer service or recurring faultiness. In the end they wasted a lot of time, money and effort, and sometimes the notebooks ain't even fixed
We are fortunate that some brands in Malaysia (Dell, Lenovo, HP, Toshiba, Fujitsu) took note of the problems we customers were facing, and provided on-site warranty support (they come to your place and fix your notebook within 1-2 business days) for certain lineups of their notebooks.
So far, only Dell offers on-site warranty to all their notebooks, with the option for warranty extension. This is a package that I would highly recommend to everyone, particularly students who do not have spare notebooks.

5. Do your research before buying. If you are reading this, then good for you. It's good to read up a bit on the notebook(s) you are interested in before you make the purchase. Not every notebook is perfect, each one will have its flaws, so it'll be good to read up reviews on them as well, and decide whether the drawbacks will affect your usage and ultimately your purchase.

Words of advice: (i) Avoid buying a newly released product which doesn't have any reviews yet. You might end up getting a notebook with universal problems (as in all models suffer from the same issue) which will give you a big headache. (ii) Avoid getting limited edition notebooks that are specific to a specific region of the world (South East Asia for our case), you will have problems getting proper warranty/technical support and spare parts.

6. Always compare Apple vs. Apple, Orange vs. Orange. This will probably earn me some hate from the fanboys, but if you are going to compare an Apple against a Windows-based notebook, please compare those of equivalent price-range or niche.
Too often do the sifus hear Apple users complaining that Windows-based notebooks are rubbish because apparently their RM1000 Windows netbook suck and their current RM5000 MacBook works miraculously well We sifus have no qualms with you comparing notebooks of different operating systems, as long as you are fair about it, and you are not spamming the thread with bashes and hate. However, whichever operating system/brands you choose, please do remember to take note of Point 2 and Point 4.

7. Shop people don't always know everything. In fact, I've only seen a handful of really competent and knowledgeable sellers in Lowyat plaza or during PC Fairs. Most of the shop sellers are part-timers trying to make a living, unlike the passionate forumers (not me, I'm actually a noob @__@) here who follow up on all the technological advancement just because they love it.

Some classic examples (I'm sure you've heard more if you did your research ):
"No you are wrong, Nvidia GT730M is better than Nvidia GTX770M because its has more VRAM!"
"Sorry I don't know what is IPS, I will go and ask my superiors"

Shop people will say virtually anything, as long as you buy from them at the end of the day and the commissions go into their pockets. So make sure you do your homework first before you buy anything, unless if you don't mind being ripped off la But worry not, for we are here for you haha~

I guess that's all for now haha, finally some contributions to this thread
Hopefully the information here will help potential buyers find their ideal notebooks

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Mar 30 2014, 12:43 AM

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This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Mar 29 2014, 11:18 PM

1. Preferred Brand: any brand
2. Budget: 2.5k
3. Usage: bring to class, office, web browsing
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: around 14"

Many choices here since you are not using it for gaming
14"
Acer
V5-473PG-54204G50, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M +(1366x768;touch)@RM2299, 4GB, 500GB,W8 *no OD


Asus
A450CC, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT720M@RM1999[2kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8; 4-cell; colors: black/red/white
K451LB-WX071H, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2299, 4GB, 750GB, W8

PRO45VJ-V0047X, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT635M@RM2399[2.4kg], 4GB, 500GB, W7P
PRO45VJ-V0056X, i3-3120M +Intel HD4000@RM1999[2.4kg], 4GB, 500GB, W7P


Dell
Inspiron 14, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT720M@RM1699 [1.99kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), Linux, 6 cell; W8.1SL@RM1899
Inspiron 14R, i3-4010U + Intel HD4400 @RM1599 [2.32kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), W8.1 , 4 cell

HP
Pavilion 14-N075TX, i3-3217U + AMD HD8670M@RM1649[2.03kg], 4GB, 500GB, W8
Pavilion 14-N059TX, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099[2.03kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8; colors: silver/black

Lenovo
Ideapad Flex 14, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT720M +(1366x768; touch) + 8GB SSHD + 500GB HDD@RM2299, 4GB, W8, 2 yrs; colors: black/orange
S410p, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT720M +(1366x768; touch)@RM2199[2.1kg], 4GB, 500GB, W8, 2 yrs
S410p, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT720M +(1366x768; touch)@RM2399[2.1kg], 4GB, 500GB, W8, 2 yrs

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

Toshiba
Satellite L40-AS109Xb/G/W, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2199[Onkyo], 4GB, 750GB, 3 years local warranty; colors: Blue/gold/white
Satelite L40-AS125XG/B/W, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2299[Onkyo], 2GB, 750GB, 3 years local warranty, W8; colors: Gold/blue/white

* Prices in RRP ya
* Use remaining budget to extend warranty to 3 years (if applicable). Can consider upgrading to 8GB RAM too if you want- will help in multitasking
* Just choose the one that you like the most. But in terms of stock performance, the Lenovo Flex 14 will be relatively faster because of the SSHD

i think i do remember you, girl. anyway :

Dell
Inspiron 14, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT720M@RM1699 [1.99kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), Linux, 6 cell; W8.1SL@RM1899

save back your budget, since your usage are more related to normal ones. if you want more lighter and thinner, can go for this :

Dell
Vostro 5470, i3-4010U + Intel HD4400@RM1899, 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), W8, 3-cell

prices are RRP and negotiable. use the remaining budget to upgrade RAM and extend warranty to 3 years.
and exchange HDD to SSD if you want blazing fast performance.

how about something with a better battery life? maybe a low end ultrabook?

take a look at the Vostro 5470 that i recommended.
my brother claimed that it can survive 4-5 hours on a single charge, with its 3 Cell 50WHr battery.

Thanks guys
I have gone through the list of suggestion, the 8 hours battery life on flex 14 is tempting.
thinking of getting this and swap hdd with a 128gb ssd

Just want to add that the Vostro series still suffers from weak WiFi I think
Sad, but its true..

I don't think the Flex 14 can last 8 hours haha
4-5 hours maybe with its 4-cell battery (iirc)
But its still a great ultrabook.
Well, no point getting the Flex 14 if you intend to throw in an 128GB SSD in the 1st place! haha

if not flex 14, what would you go for if you were me?

Vostro 5470 if you want light weight. if you worry about weak wifi, get an external wifi receiver which is priced at around RM30 for good ones.

TJ according to notebookcheck, the Flex 14 can survive 5 1/2 hours on a single charge, with WiFi surfing.

1. Preferred Brand: any brand besides acer
2. Budget: 1.7k
3. Usage: bring to class, office, web browsing
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: around 14" or 15"

hey, thanks for u time! im looking for a tablet/convertable pc.

1. Preferred Brand: Any brand EXCEPT ASUS (very poor quality control and poor software updates. Partly due to the fact they release new products too frequently, thus abandoning/ couldn't care less about yesterday's products.)

2. Budget: 2-3k

3. Usage: Office usage, light photo editing, light gaming.

4. Other requirements:
- windows 8 or 8.1 (NOT RT).
- has USB attached to the tablet, not the keyboard/dock.
- keyboard removable.
- optional: 3G/LTE support. More than 1 USB. Well position speaker.

thx in advance

This post has been edited by FluffyTee: Mar 20 2014, 01:36 AM

hi sifus,

1. Preferred Brand: any brand xcept acer n brothers.
2. Budget: 2.5k max
3. Usage:uni student, gaming
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: at least 15", back light keybrd, large hdd, gpu gtx if possible.

p/s: what ur opinion about asus rog g56jr? for 4k+-, is it worth to buy. if not, can u recommend other model from any brand? thanks.

Well thats fast

Thought Ur budget 2.5k? The G56JR out of budget for u

Thanks for the heads-up man
I've actually recommended my friend a Flex 14 and managed to play around with it, its pretty good; though the lid (although aluminium-like) tends to attract stains and the keyboard flexes (which is very normal for notebooks of this price range). Touchpad is okay, unlike many other counterparts

And with its SSHD, it is noticeably faster than those running on normal HDD

Try nego for this one:
14"
Lenovo
Ideapad Flex 14, i3-4010U + Nvidia GT720M +(1366x768; touch) + 8GB SSHD + 500GB HDD@RM1799, 4GB, W8, 2 yrs; color: black

*Price in RRP

Might have to compromise on gaming Hybrids are not really meant for gaming
How about this one?

11.6"
Sony Vaio SVT11213CG, Pentium 3560Y + Intel HD + + 128GB SSD + (1920x1080;touch)@RM2999, 2GB, W8SL; colors: white; stylus, KB included

13"
HP
Split 13-m111TU x2, i5-4200Y + Intel HD4200 + 64GB mSATA SSD + 500GB (5400 rpm) + (1366x768, anti-glare, touch)@RM3099[1.07+1.15kg], 4GB, W8.1, 33+32 WHr (there are 2 batteries, 1 in tablet, 1 in keyboard base)
Split 13-M005TU x2 PC, i5-3339Y + Intel HD4000 + 128GB SSD + (1366x768;touch)@RM2899[2.22kg], 4GB, W8

* Price in RRP
* Please double check on whether the USB is attached Not too sure about the specifics

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Mar 20 2014, 10:11 AM

You will need around RM4k for a GTX level GPU mate

No thanks to you, please stop spamming. This is your last warning

apart from what sifu TJ suggested, can consider this as well.

Microsoft
Surface Pro, i5-3317U + Intel HD4000 + (1920x1080;touch) + 64GB SSD@RM2749[680g], 4GB, W8P

take note that the keyboard is sold separately.

+1, can consider this one as well
Since Surface 2 is already out, the price of the Surface Pro is way cheaper now, probably around RM2k only, definitely worth considering

Thanks for the suggestion. I had a look at Msoft surface pro and acer P3. both seems to have the requirement i need.

I read somewhere saying msoft surface pro had low battery life which is suppose to be improved at surface pro 2. any idea whats the price like for surface pro1?

I dint notice msoft surface pro sells their keyboard separately.. any idea how much the keyboard cost?

Also just out of curiosity, which of the tablets have less difficulty in finding their accesories? (eg screen protector, and casing) I had a TF300TG, was kinda difficult to find for it.

Anyone had any experience with Asus' G56JR? Just came out recently, retails for RM4199. Is it a good buy?

This post has been edited by Saphira4597: Mar 20 2014, 11:51 AM

Hi All

Hopefully I can get some suggestions here for the my laptop purchase,
thanks in advance for the help!

1. Preferred Brand: Dell, Lenovo, Asus or HP
2. Budget: 2.5k
3. Usage: web browsing, microsoft office and adobe photoshop
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: around 14"

The MS Surface Pro is not really that "low" in terms of battery life, at around 5 hours WiFi surfing Of course, the SP 2 is much better since its running on power-saving Haswell processors, in additional to the optional power cover (additional battery).

There are loads of accessories for the Surface/Surface Pro (even handbags!), just head on to Microsoft to check them out. The prices can be easily Googled as well


Like u said, it just came out
Don't think there are any hand-ons comments yet

14"
Asus
PRO45VJ-V0047X, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT635M@RM2399[2.4kg], 4GB, 500GB, W7P

Dell
Inspiron 14R, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM1849 [2.32kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), Linux, 6 cell; W8@RM2049

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

Lenovo
Z400 touch, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M + (1366x768, touch)@RM2399, 4GB, 1TB, W8; 2 years warranty

* Prices in RRP
* Do take note that Asus Malaysia's after sales support is pretty bad
* If performance is what you need, go for the Lenovo
* Use remaining budget to extend warranty to 3 years (if applicable)
* Upgrade to at least 8GB RAM, that will help with multitasking and Photoshop work

availability of accessories is okay but choices of variety are kinda limited but who cares about varieties anyway.

FluffyTee regarding the keyboard cover, depends on what you want to get. there are 2 types, one is Touch Cover (flat surfaced keyboard using touch sensitive keys) and Type Cover (traditional laptop keyboard cover). Touch Cover is cheaper and lighter than Type Cover. for price, RM37x something for Touch Cover and RM41x something for Type Cover.

1. Preferred Brand - any except MAC
2. Budget - 3.5k
3. Usage - downloading, gaming (i.e. The Sims, Starcraft, Red Alert) and the normal work setup
4. Preferred laptop/screen size - 13-15

those game titles, you can save back your budget a little for these :

Lenovo
Z510, i7-4702MQ + Nvidia GT740M@RM2799[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 yrs

Dell
Inspiron 14R, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT750M (GDDR5) @RM2499[2.32kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), Ubuntu 12.04 , 6 cell; W8SL@RM2699
Inspiron 15R, i7-4500U + AMD HD8850M (GDDR5) @RM2499[2.32kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), Linux, 65WHr; W8SL@RM2699

ASUS
S551LB-CJ120H, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2599[2.4kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8, 3-cell

prices in RRP and negotiable. use the remaining budget to upgrade to 8GB and extend warranty to 3 years. can add in SSD as well if you want faster loading.

haha ok planning to get in a few months

sorry coz not mention that i need (2.5k) laptop's recommendation for my cousin, n opinion about g56jr is for myself. i heard abt n56jr just released last week but not so good in term of specs, can get other better laptop with its price which i dunno what those laptop are. my budget is 4.5k max. sorry.

if possible, if not its okay. no one want to give any opinions abt g56jr? in terms of worth to buy, specs etc

Maybe these:
15.6"
Lenovo
Z510T, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M + (1366x768, touch)@RM2599[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 yrs
Z510, i5-4200M + Nvidia GT740M@RM2399[2.2kg], 4GB, 1TB, backlit, W8; 2 yrs, color: white


Asus Malaysia offers very bad warranty support, you might want to consider this one instead:
15.6"
MSI GE60-2PE-096MY, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GTX860M + (1920x1080; anti-glare) @RM4199[Dynaudio], 8GB, 1TB (7200rpm) HDD, W8.1, multi-coloured backlid

* throw in an mSATA SSD with your remaining budget (if applicable)
* available for pre-order. However, its best that you wait and see what the other brands offer 1st before jumping the gun. And of course, there are several variants of each GPU, would be nice to see the exact details first


The new one should be this ba
15.6"
Asus N550JK-CN026H, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GTX850M (DDR3) + (1920x1080) + Bluray@RM3899[2.6kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1

Not sure how this DDR3 GTX850M (if it's even correct) will stack up against a GTX760M
Of course, for your budget you could already get an Nvidia GTX860M

A few months is a long time in the IT world

1. Preferred Brand: Asus or any other (no acer)
2. Budget: 3 - 3.5k
3. Usage: gaming, movies, music works (studio)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 14" / 15"

- prefer performance type of processor and nvidia graphics
- good audio

currently using asus a42-jk
the only thing i dont like about it is the audio port
can only plug in either headphone or mic not really convenient for me

How about these?
15.6"
Asus N550JV-CN077H, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GT750M + (1920x1080; IPS matte) + Bluray@RM3799[2.7kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8, backlit keyboard

Dell Inspiron 15 7000, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT750M (GDDR5) + (1920x1080; Touch)@RM3599[2.6kg], 8GB, 1TB(5400rpm), W8SL, backlit keyboard, 58Whr

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-471MY, i7-4800MQ + Nvidia GT750M(GDDR5) + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM3499,8GB, 750GB(7200rpm), W8, steel series KB
GP60-2PE-026MY, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GT840M + (1920x1080; anti-glare) @RM3299[Dynaudio], 4GB, 1TB HDD, W8.1

* Prices in RRP
* Would recommend you to check out the units and listen to the speakers yourself to decide better

y510 sounds good, but some of my friends using lenovo had been complaining about the quality

not sure about the after sales for msi.. can u enlighten me?
how bout illegear? this brand sounds new to me(been outdated on notebook world for quite some time)
n i'd been hearing good feedback about it..

You get what you pay for
The Y510p offers very good specs for the price, built quality is average

We are not sure about the service quality of MSI as well since there's not really much users/info about it in Malaysia..

Illegear is a rising brand which is known for good service and customizability
Unfortunately you will need to fork out more than RM3.5k for one

1. Preferred Brand: any brand with after sale service/ service centre/ pickup in Ipoh/ Perak (guess Asus is out of question then)
2. Budget: RM2k-2.5k (other option is buy a cheaper laptop and upgrade the other components eg RAM)
3. Usage: minimal gaming, eg DOTA2; browsing, office, photoshop
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: any

reading all the replies previously, if really worth it, would not mind to stretch budget to RM3K
thank you to all the sifu's out there!

if warranty service is priority, you can go for Dell as they offers on-site warranty around Malaysia, save your hassle traveling to service centres while the technician can arrive in front of your door step and fix the laptop for you (after remote diagnosis). your options :

Dell
Inspiron 14R, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM1849 [2.32kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), Linux, 6 cell; W8@RM2049
Inspiron 15R, i5-4200U + AMD HD8670M @RM1999[2.32kg], 4GB, 750GB(5400rpm), Linux, 65WHr; W8SL@RM2199

however, you can get Lenovo as well, just that you need to pay more to get on-site service.

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

prices in RRP and negotiable.

1. Preferred Brand: any brand
2. Budget: RM2k-2.5k
3. Usage: Chating,Suitable for gaming
4. laptop/PC dunno where is good laptop or pc ...

thx for your info

14"
Acer
V5-473PG-54204G50, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M +(1366x768;touch)@RM2299, 4GB, 500GB,W8 *no OD

Asus
K451LB-WX071H, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2299, 4GB, 750GB, W8

Dell
Inspiron 14R, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM1849 [2.32kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), Linux, 6 cell; W8@RM2049
Inspiron 14R, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M + (1366x768, Touch) @RM2299 [2.32kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), W8 , 6 cell

HP
Pavilion 14-N059TX, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M@RM2099[2.03kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8; colors: silver/black
Pavilion 14-N223TX, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT740M + (1366x768; touch)@RM2399[2.03kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8.1; colors: silver/black

Lenovo
Z400 touch, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT740M + (1366x768, touch)@RM2399, 4GB, 1TB, W8; 2 years warranty

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

* Prices in RRP, negotiable
* extend warranty to 3 years with remaining budget (if applicable)
* Upgrade to 8GB RAM if within budget

@[PF] T.J.

sry a bit off topic, i always wanted y510p. if 3k i will really consider haha.

MSI CX61-2OD, this laptop with Nvidia GT740 and price is in your budget range.

Try nego with the sellers in Garage Sales?
Should be able to find close to RM3.1k, since that was the original price

thanks for the suggestion, just thinking how bout acer v5 series compare to inspiron n lenovo z510?

Specs wise the lenovo and dell is better IMO. Unless if you can find the acer v5 with amd r7 graphics.

1. Preferred Brand:Razer/MSI
2. Budget: around 6-7k
3. Usage: uni assignment,gaming such as dota2/titanfall
4.Criteria:light and strong gpu
5.Currently eye on new razer blade/MSI gs60
May i know which is better in term of reliability and other factors.=) tq

MSI GS60 is better than razer blade.
1st issue after you bought razer is where would you want to send the laptop for warranty if broken?
2nd issue is availability. Where do you plan to get the laptop?

Hello, I have asked for a recommendation for laptop to be used during my win8 mobile app development training and these were the suggestion I've received:

May I know what do I have to look out for if I am to look for other models around my town? p/s: These model's design are not really my cup of tea.

my request


This post has been edited by leovyner: Mar 21 2014, 06:18 PM

Which one is the best ... me nood.. hahha

Hi

1. Preferred Brand: ANY BRAND. Important is budget
2. Budget: Mum says below RM2500. Rm3000 maxxx.
3. Usage: Use at Work/School, and i play DOTA 2
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: Usually i take small screen. But now i want a 15.6 inch with FHD. Touchscreen optional.

Oh ya, that time my cousin got advice here to buy DV6. But now dv6 no more in sale. is there an alternative one ? but with FHD??

This post has been edited by gongjiaowei: Mar 21 2014, 08:32 PM

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

Perhaps these?
More fancy design lol

13"
HP
Split 13-m111TU x2, i5-4200Y + Intel HD4200 + 64GB mSATA SSD + 500GB (5400 rpm) + (1366x768, anti-glare, touch)@RM3099[1.07+1.15kg], 4GB, W8.1, 33+32 WHr (there are 2 batteries, 1 in tablet, 1 in keyboard base)
Split 13-M005TU x2 PC, i5-3339Y + Intel HD4000 + 128GB SSD + (1366x768;touch)@RM2899[2.22kg], 4GB, W8

Basically everything in the market within your price range will suit your usage I suppose
Afaik, there are no 13-14" notebooks with exceptionally long battery lives

Go and have a look at each model, then decide based on which one you like the most

Hi thanks thanks :D hmm i stay in JB. any idea where can i get that ??

No idea
Never been to Johor haha, perhaps can ask your friends?

Hi, all masters.

1. Preferred Brand: Any brand. ASUS will be first consideration.
2. Budget: 3K-4K
3. Usage: Microsoft Office, Web Browsing, Movie(lightly), Music(lightly)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size : 14''/15.6''
5. Criteria: built-in battery-type definitely would not be my choice.

BTW, I'm also considering K Series K551LB-XX184H. Any comment? maybe like the battery life, etc?

hey guys, i need recommendations on my new gaming laptop since i got good result on SPM! rclxm9.gif

1. preferred brand: MSI, asus, lenovo.
2. budget: 3.5k-3.7k
3. usage: work, entertainment AND OF COURSE GAMING!!!
4. screen size 15"-17"

i like to play bf4 and cod ghost in high quality or more and my preferred specs is:

1. i7 quad processor (2.4 ghz or higher)
2. nvidia gtx 650 or higher
3. ram 4 gb or higher

so, i hope you guys give me a good recommendations.. and easy to find the place to buy in malaysia! biggrin.gif

your usage isnt necessary for a laptop like the ASUS you mentioned. try these :

Lenovo
G500S, i5-3230M + Nvidia GT720M@RM1699, 4GB, 500GB, FreeDOS

MSI
CX61-2PC, i5-4200M + Nvidia 820M@RM2199, 4GB, 750GB, anti-glare, W8.1

Dell
Inspiron 15, i5-4200U + AMD HD8670M @RM1699[2.25kg], 4GB, 500GB(5400rpm), 6-cell, Linux; W8.1SL@RM1899

prices in RRP and negotiable. use the remaining budget to upgrade RAM to 8GB, get SSD and extend warranty to 3 years is better than getting a laptop that exceeds your needs. just curious about ASUS that did they use removable battery for these :

ASUS
A550CC-XX530H, i5-3337U + Nvidia GT720M@RM2099[2kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8; colors: black/red/white
A550LC-X0091H/XX179H/XX180H/XX181H, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT720M@RM2099[2.3kg], 4GB, 750GB, W8; 4-cell; colors: grey/white/red/blue

prioritize this :

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

then this :

MSI GE60-2OD-497MY, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GTX760M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM3999, 8GB, 1TB(7200rpm), W8, steel series blue color backlit KB

prices in RRP and negotiable.

hmm.. my friend also recommend lenovo but its on gt and msi looks sweet though..

This post has been edited by El Taco: Mar 22 2014, 12:15 AM

Hi. Can recommend me something powerful and performance intensive based on my requirement below:-

1. Preferred Brand: All (Except Apple)
2. Budget: 3k-5k
3. Usage: Create 3D Game online
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 15"

Thanks!

Hi Sifus, IT newbie here

1. Brand: Any
2. Budget: 2000~2500
3. Usage: Portability, laptop hybrid if possible, microsoft office, light gaming, entertainment, light editing
4. Screen size: 10' to 15'

Hi sifu,
I noticed that for this model below the battery is non removable:-

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

What happens if the battery spoilt and you need to replace the entire system?

Most people don't bother replacing the battery unless if you really need it
In which's case you just need to open up the casing and replace it?

15.6"
MSI GE60-2PE-096MY, i7-4700HQ + Nvidia GTX860M + (1920x1080; anti-glare) @RM4199[Dynaudio], 8GB, 1TB (7200rpm) HDD, W8.1, multi-coloured backlid

*upgrade HDD to SSD with remaining budget

Illegear Configure Illegear units here: http://www.illegear.com/
Illegear RS-15 Lite, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GTX770M + (1920x1080)@RM4999[3.1kg][Onkyo, SoundBlaster X-FI MB3], 8GB, 500GB(7200rpm), FreeDOS, [CPU Options: i5-4200M - i7-4900MQ] [GPU Options: Nvidia GTX765M, Nvidia GTX770M, Nvidia Quadro K1000M]

This model is now under promotion:
Madness Sales
FREE Seagate 500GB Solid State Hybrid Drive Upgrade
FREE Blu-Ray Reader Drive Upgrade
FREE IC Diamond Thermal Compound Upgrade
FREE Professional Color Calibration Service
Total Worth RM526

*upgrade to SSD (if you want), get an OS, extend warranty to 3 years

14"
Lenovo Ideapad Flex 14, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT720M +(1366x768; touch) + 8GB SSHD + 500GB HDD@RM2299, 4GB, W8, 2 yrs; colors: black/orange


15.6"
Lenovo Flex 15, i7-4500U + Nvidia GT720M + (1366x768; touch) + 8GB SSGD + 500GB HDD@RM2699, 4GB, W8


*Prices in RRP
*Use remaining budget to upgrade to at least 8GB RAM

Sifu I was thinking what if battery kong and you may not bring the lappie outside/travelling where you need to rely on the battery.

Unless if you always put your battery into the oven, or if you use your notebook inside an oven; batteries won't die so fast
Usually around the lifespan of 2-3 years, when that time comes you will feel like changing a new laptop already. That's why most people don't bother changing..
The battery in my M14x is dying as well, and I don't really think I would change it too, just use socket haha

If you really need it, buy battery and replace the kong one? I'm not sure how easy you will be able to find an Asus battery though Probably need a few hundred

thx sifu

1. Brand: Any
2. Budget: 2000~3000
3. Usage: Portability, multipurpose
4. Screen size: 10' to 15'

There is a risk that batteries will die accidentally, or without our conscent. Only if TS not to worry about it, it is okay.

Or if you want a 'user replacable' non-removable battery, get macbook. Macbook's non removable battery involves removing back cover, unscrewing and detach battery plug, which is a simple job.

What do you mean "without our consent"? Doesn't feel right haha

I think most built-in batteries are not that hard to replace I suppose.. apart from those in thin ultrabooks or hybrids

Try looking at the 10" Microsoft Surface Pro yo
Around RM2k only now... use remaining budget to get the Type cover keyboard

You know, my 6930p battery died without my consent. The adapter was plugged in and battery meter showing my battery was fully charged. Just when i wanted to switch place a while and i turned off the adapter, the laptop insta powered off. When plugged in the adapter and startup, the battery meter shows 0% and not receiving charges, means its dead.

Hi. Can recommend me any convertible laptop that can play game?

1. Preferred Brand: All (Except Apple)
2. Convertible, but must have Ethernet port
3. Usage: Gaming, at least nvidia 550m on board
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 15/14/13


Thanks!

No la haha, just referring to the grammar haha

No such laptop

Hello, need a laptop with:

1. Brand: Any
2. Budget: prefer <3K
3. Usage: working
4. Screen size: >14"
5. OS : Windows 7
6. Resolution : anything greater than 1366x768, if can 1280x1024

Many thanks

there is one.

Assuming your work = normal office tasks
Can consider this one:
14"
Lenovo U430T, i5-4200U + Nvidia GT730M + (1600x900; touch)+ 8GB SSHD + 500GB HDD@RM2799, 4GB, W8, 2 yrs

15.6"
MSI
GP60-2OD-259MY, i5-4200M + Nvidia GT740M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM2699, 4GB, 750GB, W8, steel series KB
GP60-2OD-034MY, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT740M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM2999, 4GB, 750GB, W8, steel series KB

*Price in RRP

Thanks, it's actually for engineering work, with some autocad, programming tools.
Have to be windows 7 compatible, that's why resolution higher with big screen is preferable. Best is cheap also, haha....

This post has been edited by joanalooidog: Mar 23 2014, 12:04 AM

Good one mate! haha

Aiyo you see la, that's what happens when you all don't mention properly your requirements
You almost bought the wrong notebook! lol

For your usage, go for the RM2999 MSI GP60, ignore the others

*Don't think there are any W7 laptop anymore that suits your requirements

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Mar 23 2014, 12:09 AM

1. Preferred Brand: Sony Vaio Pro
2. Budget: -
3. Usage: anything but heavy gaming
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 11/14

Can anybody help me find a seller here in Lyn?
I found someone selling SVP yesterday, but cant find him again. If all else fails, I'll go direct to sony centres.

Is Lenovo G400s i3 good ?

IINM Lenovo is somehow related to IBM right ?