Price: 3K +/-
Screen: 13-15 inch (Touchscreen optional)
Resolution: 1080p
CPU: At least i5 (5th or 6th or 7th gen)
GPU: At least a decent discrete GPU (Optional)
Storage: 256GB SSD + 500GB HDD or 256GB SSD (Preferably mix)
Weight: Less than 2KG

Actually I don't mind old models, as long as it suffice the above requirements, I'll be really glad.

I'm currently looking at these models: (The closest I could find)

1. Vostro 14 5468 (RM 3400)
http://www.dell.com/my/p/vostro-14-5468-la...-14-5468-laptop
- Pros:
a. Good 7th gen CPU clocked up to 3.1Ghz (3MB cache)
b. 256GB SSD
c. GPU GeForce 940MX 4GB
d. 8GB RAM
e. Seems to have weak battery life, I'm not sure.
f. 1.66 KG

- Cons:
a. Resolution at 1366 x 768

2. Acer Aspire S 13 (RM 3400)
https://www.acer.com/ac/en/MY/content/model...ptops/aspires13
- Pros:
a. Decent 6th gen CPU clocked up to 2.8Ghz (3MB cache)
b. 256GB SSD
c. IPS Display 1080p (Crispy )
d. 8GB RAM
e. Seems to have very good battery life (Media powerhouse)
f. Lightweight at 1.30 KG

- Cons
a. No dedicated GPU (Should be okay actually, not planning to play games)
b. RAM cannot be upgraded (Should also be okay)
c. Have to live with 256GB SSD storage (Upgrade-able)
d. No CD ROM (Also okay with this)

3. Acer Aspire F5 (RM 3500)
https://www.acer.com/ac/en/MY/content/model/NX.GDASM.001
- Pros:
a. Good 7th gen CPU clocked up to 3.5Ghz (4MB cache)
c. 1TB HDD + 128GB SSD (Very nice, I wish it has higher SSD configuration, I love speeds btw)
c. GPU 950M 4GB (I love to see this, but I doubt I'll be using it for intense gaming)

- Cons:
a. Less pixel density 1080p (15.7" display, not an IPS display either so I expect the image to be less sharp and less vivid)
b. Mediocre battery life (Not as good as Acer Aspire S 13 but again it comes with dedi GPU)
c. 4GB RAM (A little too less in my opinion,upgrade-able though)
d. Less portable at 2.40KG (It's also thicker in size and heavier)

Senpai, please recommend.
Feel free to drop more models, I'm still doing my research to get the bang for the buck.
Thank you!

ps Anyone has pricing for Asus Zenbook?

This post has been edited by NubPro: Dec 17 2016, 07:37 PM

I'll go for aspire S13.....

Asus ZenBook UX360C-AC4189T 13.3" m3-7Y30, 8GB, 256GB, Intel, W10H also within rm3499 if i not mistaken. how ever... battery life longer than s13.. because of its different type of processor. m3-7y30 is very efficient dual-core SoC for tablets and passively cooled and hence longer battery life.

HP Probook 440 G4 - i5-7200
or
Lenovo E460 (Thinkpad?) - i5-6200
or
Fujitsu E546 - i5-6200

RAM, HDD & other specs all the same. I believe Thinkpad is no longer in the market? But for some reason my office supplier listed this in his quote. But if its the Thinkpad...I'm tempted to get the Lenovo then. Quality and design of that device is near perfect to me.

btw, this is work use. I have desktop for high res gaming

This post has been edited by Aeon_Clock: Dec 17 2016, 11:46 PM

Latest Models is Lenovo Thinkpad E470

Price: 2k-2.5k
Screen: 14-15 inch
Resolution: 1080p
CPU/GPU: Can hold up for heavy design like PS/AI softwares etc
RAM: 8GB (Prefer can upgrade one)
Storage: Prefer SSD+HDD option

Hope can last for 3 years above, and as brand any kind of also ok if the quality is good

don't think its available in Malaysia yet

Acer Aspire F5-573G-52QJ 15.6" i5-6200U, 4GB, 128GB SSD+1TB, NV 940MX, W10H

however, it comes with 4gb,, you might stretch out a lil bit to add another 4gb.

Hi all sifus,

Would like to get your advise,

1. Preferred Brand:Any Brand
2. Budget: RM3K , Max RM 3.5K
3. Usage : Microsoft Office, light gaming (FPS games, FM), entertainment (movies, youtube)
4. Preferred laptop/screen size: 11-14

Since im an laptop idiot, hope all sifus here can give me some valuable suggestions.



Thanks in advance!

its been awhile i did not listen that "laptop idiot", remind me of my cousin..
check this out.

Dell Vostro 14 5468-20824G-W10-SSD ii5-7200U, 8GB, 256GB, NV 940MX, W10H

if you are not mind bout the portability.,

Acer Aspire F5-573G-556W 15.6" i5-7200U, 4GB, 1TB, 128GB, NV 940MX, W10H, Full HD 1920 x 1080
HP Pavilion 15-au168TX 15.6" i5-7200U, 4GB, 1TB, NV 940MX 4GB, W10H
*spend another 4gb ram or 8gb ram. save $$ than 14" actually and better display. since its FHD

Asus K401

Good day guys , am looking for a laptop with the following specs.
Something that will last long and durable , excellent display is a must , smooth and fast (as smooth as a mac hopefully), main usage will be for movies , web browsing . Don't mind a 14-15 in display. Budget less than 3K.
Oh and I would prefer to burn MP3 CDs as well.
Ideas ?

This post has been edited by drbone: Dec 19 2016, 06:51 PM

Hi...Just got the laptop F5-573G-57VD
May I know if this model support additional memory? Plan to upgrade to 8GB if possible

If yes, where can I get this upgrade? Without voiding warranty of course

Lenovo Ideapad 700

Can you recommend a good laptop (budget about RM3000) for office work?

Hi sifus. Getting a laptop for my sister:

1. Preferred Brand - Any
2. Budget - <RM3000
3. Usage - Uni assignments, movies, casual gaming (very rare case)
4. Preferred
- Light weight and mobile
- <15 inch size
- additional ssd if possible

Thanks!

if you see at the bottom of the notebook, if there is no sticker and able to open the enclosure, you may upgrade to 8gb.... normally, will not void the warranty.

any preferences? lightweight?, screen size?

Acer Aspire Swift 3 SF314-51-57DL 14"i5-6200U, 4GB, 256GB, Intel, W10H, 1.5kg

tke a look at that acer... i dont think 15" is good enuf as normally its quite heavy

if thinking wanna get 13" then, can check following choices
Lenovo Ideapad 710S-13IKB 80VQ005EMJ 13.3" i5-7200U, 4GB, 256GB, Integrated, W10H, 1.2kg
Asus ZenBook UX360C-AC4150T 13.3" m3-7Y30, 4GB, 128GB, Intel, W10H, 1.3kg, LED backlit QHD+ (3200x1800)
Asus ZenBook Flip UX360C-AC4010T 13.3" m3-6Y30, 4GB, 128GB SSD, Integrated, W10H, 1.3kg, LED backlit FHD (1920x1080)

This post has been edited by pandera999: Dec 19 2016, 11:28 PM

The laptop seems very laggy...
Simple action like circling of cursor at desktop also feel like not smooth and laggingl..
Without running anything at background..

Run HDDScan on SSD, then got this "soft ecc correction rate" come out with red..

What's happening