No more Compaq yo bro
Anyways, older generation of notebooks are built to last, and are thus a hell lot expensive than now

So try not to expect too much from today's notebooks, especially if you are going for the budgeted ones (<RM2.5k)
Not sure what the requirements for the Sims 4 are, but based on its previous records, it won't be too demanding.

These are the best you can get for your budget:
14"
Asus
K451LN-WX046H, i5-4200U + Nvidia 840M@RM2199[2.1kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1

HP
Pavilion 14-N270TX, i5-4200U + Nvidia 840M + 8GB SSHD + 500GB HDD@RM1899[2.03kg], 4GB, FreeDOS; W8.1@RM2099

*Prices in RRP

I suppose that's because at the same price range, people would prefer going for the Flex 2-15 that comes with a FullHD Screen + hybrid drive
However, never buy a notebook solely based on the main specs... if you like the HP Pavilion (after you have tried it out), and don't need a FullHD screen, then its worth considering
The most important thing is that you like it after all, you will be stuck for it for several years to come~

Some notebooks we will never get to try, especially higher end business notebooks.. but still, most of us will never consider getting those notebooks as well, so it doesn't really matter.

Most of us will be happy enough with premium-line notebooks for everyday tasks: They perform well enough and are reliable too~

As for gaming devices, apart from those close to or more than RM10k, they can be found as long as you try

Anyway, mind sharing your budget and usage?

haha, sorry about that, I cannot remember who asked before huhu
Yes, that's the price to pay for getting a laptop with a graphic card, or should I say, the price to pay for gaming or doing intensive tasks on a notebook (especially those without proper cooling).

My gf's Dell Inspiron 1420 (6 years although this model is notorious for spoiling) outlasted my Alienware M14x (3.5 years) yo
because she only uses it to do very simple stuffs haha

Which is why desktops are still the best options for gaming or running torturing tasks since the cooling is better, and parts can be easily replaced..
Still, I understand that not everyone can buy a desktop, including me haha... so no choice lo, just hope for the best with a laptop Just make sure you provide ample of cooling and regular maintenance so that it lasts longer.

Or get a notebook with longer warranty coverage so that at least you can get it fixed for amount of years of warranty you opted

Make sure the notebook you buy has warranty coverage over there in the UK

Maybe these?
15.6"
Asus
S551LN-CJ247H, i5-4200U + Nvidia 840M + 24GB mSATA + (1366x768;touch)@RM2699[2.4kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1, 3-cell

Lenovo
Flex 2-15, i7-4510U + Nvidia 840M + (1920x1080 IPS; touch)+ 8GB SSGD + 500GB HDD@RM2799[2.3kg], 4GB, W8

MSI
GP60-2PEY, i5-4200H + Nvidia GT840M + (1920x1080; anti-glare) @RM2899[Dynaudio], 4GB, 750GB HDD, W8.1

*Prices in RRP
*upgrade to 8GB RAM
* The Asus and Lenovo are relatively slim, so they might get hot when on-load
* whether a notebook lasts or not depends on luck and user care

Whether a notebook lasts or not depends on luck and user care
Its hard to say, which is why having warranty coverage is nice

Yo bro! Welcome back
Nowadays there are hardly any more netbooks out there, especially those within RM1k huhu

Still, can consider these:
10.1
Acer
Aspire AOD270, Atom N2800 + Intel GMA 3650@RM1099, 2GB, 320GB, W7S, free Acer pouch, colors: red/black
Aspire AOD270, Atom N2800 + Intel GMA 3650@RM1099, W7HB, free Acer pouch, colors: aquamarine/carnival

Asus
Eee PC 1025CE, Atom N2800 + Intel GMA3650@RM949,2GB, 320GB(5400rpm), colors: blue/pink/purple

Lenovo Flex 10, Celeron N2805 + Intel HD + (1366x768; touch)@RM1199, 2GB (soldered), 500GB, W8, Office Home & Student 2013, sleeve case

*Some are old models
The specs are pretty basic for these, so try not to expect too much can alread

14"
Lenovo Ideapad Flex 2-14, i5-4210U + Nvidia 840M +(1920x1080; IPS touch)@RM2499[2kg], 4GB, 500GB, W8.1, 2 yrs; colors: red/white

*upgrade RAM to 8GB
*replace HDD with SSD
*spend remaining budget on a good pair of external speakers/ earphones as notebooks around this price range are not very good in terms of audio

If you don't mind a normal HD screen, can consider these as well since they look great
14"
HP
Pavilion 14-V011TX, i5-4210U + Nvidia GT830M@RM1999[BeatsAudio][1.98kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1; colors: silver/white/red
Pavilion 14-V023TX, i7-4510U + Nvidia GT840M@RM2499[BeatsAudio][1.98kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1; colors: silver/white/red


This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Aug 13 2014, 11:28 AM

Closest would be this one:
15.6"
MSI
GP60-2PEY, i5-4200H + Nvidia GT840M + (1920x1080; anti-glare) @RM2899[Dynaudio], 4GB, 750GB HDD, W8.1


But its no longer light and slim

You are most welcomed bro

Yeah, replaced by the newer generations of tablets

Not really sure what's required of an Architecture notebook, but can consider this:
14"
Dell
Inspiron 14 5000, i5-4210U + AMD HD R7 M265@RM1899[2.02kg], 4GB, 500GB, Linux, 4-cell, spill-resistant KB, 2 years Pro support; W8.1SL@RM2099

Usually I would recommend going for Dell for students; at least the fixing duration is fast (1-2 working days) if the notebook breaks down
still
15.6"
Asus
G56JR-CN260H, i5-4200H + Nvidia GTX760M + (1920x1080)@RM3299[2.7kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1, backlit keyboard

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

*prices in RRP; upgrade to at least 8GB RAM

Thank you man, appreciate it
Yes, the resolution difference between FullHD and HD is very significant
However, it also depends on whether you really need the FullHD screen or not If you don't do a lot of spreadsheets, photo editing or perhaps multitask (I love to watch movie and surf net at the same time ), then FullHD or not doesn't really matter Unless if you love watching high quality movies with rich sounds and have a budget limited to RM2.5k~

Those HP Envy are quite old already, I don't recall HP refreshing those lines, still, I might be outdated already

Most notebooks do not have great speakers, even those that do have them can be easily pawned with a cheapo RM100 external speakers

Still, how about taking a look at these:
14"
HP
Pavilion 14-V011TX, i5-4210U + Nvidia GT830M@RM1999[BeatsAudio][1.98kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1; colors: silver/white/red
Pavilion 14-V023TX, i7-4510U + Nvidia GT840M@RM2499[BeatsAudio][1.98kg], 4GB, 1TB, W8.1; colors: silver/white/red

Go and test see whether the Beats are really that good XD

If strictly choosing from the list above, I would definitely pick the Insiron 14 7000 with warranty coverage I like that laptop alot, very premium for its price range But that's just me la, you probably have higher expectations than I do

Quite a big difference between CPU performance and also battery life
So it all depends on what you expect of your notebook, the former or the latter

Well, the Z50 and others are one-class lower, so the games you can play at decent settings are also affected
However, please do take note that the RM2799 variant of the Z50 is not worth it (the RM2.3k variant is), go for the Flex-2 14 instead

Yes, both are suitable
Go for the 15 incher if you want cooler temps

Dota 2 is not demanding, so its alright to stick to the previous ones

Lenovo Y410p?

This one is perfect for you my friend
15.6"
MSI
GP60-2OD-034MY, i7-4700MQ + Nvidia GT740M + (1920x1080; anti-glare)@RM2999, 4GB, 750GB, W8, steel series KB

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

*Price in RRP
*upgrade RAM to 8GB at least

Wanna see spider?

Thanks for your help bro

There are no stock fast 13" below RM2.5k unfortunately
Closest would be these:
11"
Lenovo Miix 2, i5-4202Y + Intel HD + 128GB SSD + (1920x1080 IPS; touch)@RM2999[800g tablet], 4GB, W8.1

13"
Lenovo Yoga 2-13, i5-4200U + Intel HD4400 + (1920x1080 IPS; touch) + 16GB SSHD + 500GB HDD@RM2999, 8GB, 2 years; colors: grey/orange

*Prices in RRP

As for a lightweight 14", then this:
14"
Lenovo Ideapad Flex 2-14, i3-4030U + Intel HD4400 +(1366x768; touch) + 8GB SSHD + 500GB HDD@RM1699[2kg], 4GB, W8, 2 yrs; color: black