different CPUs can handle a series of operations at a different rate, even though they benefit from the same clock speed. However, when it comes to Intel i5 vs i7, they both operate based on the same architecture... with helps of ssd and your ram capacity... thus gives you different time when loading games.

comparing same processor

i'll get dell xps over mbp.

not sure about hp, but... if can afford xps and mbp... i'll rather choose xps

pretty cheap..but since its for nyp student, i guess, u might need someone u know there

acer still have its quality... not much issue... normally on display and booting power when they first introduce.. but so far... seems so good.. im not really sure due to less feedback.. since predator is quite pricey too.. high end gaming notebook.. while the normal 1.., i think so far so good.. current acer is totally different than many years back acer..

vga port kinda rare on notebook probably u need adapter if u need use the vga.. hdmi to vga..

Lenovo Ideapad 710S 13.3" i5-7200U, 4GB, 256GB, Integrated, W10H
Acer Aspire E5-475G 14" i5-7200U, 4GB, 1TB, 128GB, NV 940MX, W10H

no... not predator.. but nitro...

these days.. sshd is replacement for hdd... i think its fair enuf.. m2stata is bonus.. since the price for these ssd thing so damn expensive... maybe sshd consider as alt + offer bigger storage

1 hard disk can create become 2 partition...

1 side kaput more likely the hard disk itself kaput

you might consider the laptop that within the budget range +400 to get gtx graphic card since you afford to increase it... as these graphic card will at least give you advantage to run CAD/CAM. choosing HQ processor is also giving you advantage.. some seller will recommend you certain model.. if its good deal, you can consider for it..

if she really need for design and not much moving around.... i suggest.. building a desktop (custom) cheaper and able to deliver better performance and output... as for laptop, it has limitation. so, i guess, there could be Asus FX for you to consider. you only need spend more $ on storage type like ssd/m2.sata, ram... and it will at least helps the programs runs smoothly...

alternative : laptop is portable, so it gives advantage in terms of portability. if she doesn't really need portability (some 15" quite heavy), i think building desktop is the best.. i guess, her office will provide the pc.. hopefully.. those MACs with tracking ball.. especially..

3k can run CAM/CAD. no issue... even M processor can ply games like dota 2, or cs go.. but of cz run on low settings.... but of course for best experience and performance, a true card is essential for CAD/CAM. as CAM/CAD require extremely graphics intensive, even without rendering.

things that the user experience, slow load, slow rendering (not really slow), but took awhile only well, of coz.... we have ssd to help our system as well..

and yes.. 3k.. probably for uni level is ok.. since it for work.. rendering heavily... maybe can invest more.. since its job related.. and the jobs need it jobs is killing sometimes

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I hope LYY no more trolling and keep reporting in the thread that i create...

EL, if you have personal issue, settle it with PM. No need do Flaming/trolling/harassment report type.

Isnt it just enough to correct the mislead info.

This post has been edited by pandera999: Apr 26 2017, 01:21 AM

yes.. it can... dont worry.... i also more or less same field with you.... if you have good deal... you can consider the laptop. please check if the laptop have bad feedback or not..

welcome..

around that.. yeah.. no worries.. you only need more ram if only if you running virtual machines

Asus A556U-QDM1071T A-Series 15.6" i5-7200U, 4GB, 1TB, NV GT940MX, W10H
HP Pavilion 15-au103TX 15.6" i5-7200U, 4GB, 1TB, NV 940MX, W10H

dell

pic, video.... then.. game play... try stream and gaming at same time.. lol

OLED screen?

touch... ok.. can gtfo...
well, touch is necessary?

This post has been edited by pandera999: Apr 28 2017, 10:06 AM

playable..... but not smooth....

if you check at dell website.... there is option of IPS 4K display... most high end.... else... others will be just FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare LED-Backlit Display

well.. actually..in my pov, its not necessary to have it....might be different with u, depends with ur needs..