There are differences...

S730:
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-Yoga-S...w.386031.0.html
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-IdeaPa...w.406561.0.html

Yoga 730 13 (similar with Yoga 720 13):
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-Yoga-7...w.303072.0.html
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-Yoga-7...w.320152.0.html

Desktop CPU is rare in laptops

Ideapad 330s 14 +RAM+HDD or 320s 14 +RAM+SSD

Max weight in kg and min battery life in hours?

If you do Photoshop you probably need good sRGB display

Hi guys. Do u have any comments on huawei matebook d? It seems like a decent laptop.

its only 4gb ram and 60hz panel right for the helios 300?

This post has been edited by xcves: Feb 20 2019, 05:45 PM

Decent model, only issue is questionable longevity and warranty

For the 8300H model, yes. Low sRGB IPS

Avoid Helios 300 due to bad cooling, build quality is OK but not great

Hi guys, after much consideration and going through all the recommendations, I'm thinking of getting a Zenbook. I went to see the actual product and the built quality seems not bad. I was recommended by ZM Fong for these 2 models as it is within my budget. (Thanks for your recommendations)

Asus Zenbook UX430U-NGV176T
Asus Zenbook UX331U-ALEG032T

I would like to ask which Zenbook is more value for money and which one I should be getting. Thanks in advanced.

UX430 is slightly better overall IMO

You're welcome

All right. Thanks for the info!

yeah same thoughts as well.

from that link 3.7k for i5+4gb ram + 1060.
initially seems good price. but after considering, ram defo needs an upgrade, 8gb ram is another what 200+?

so already 3.9k there. but the 60hz ips is not upgradeable and also lots of complaints on cooling issues.. rather pay slightly more for the y530 or raven elite, at least can get 144hz screen.

btw want to ask. for the y530 144hz panel, is it low srgb ips as well or what?
you're using y530 as well right. any complaints for the screen? is it good? like in terms of brightness, colours, viewing angles, etc.
care to share your experience

All high refresh panels have high sRGB

No complaints, I never used a good display before so I'm very satisfied. Minimal backlight bleed, 25% brightness more than enough for indoor use, colours are vibrant. Only minor issue is the OKish contrast which can be fixed by tuning a little bit of brightness via Intel Graphics Control Panel

Note that you might get slightly better/worse colour quality even though it's the same panel (lottery)

This post has been edited by ZM Fong: Feb 20 2019, 06:17 PM

good to know, thanks.

Max weight i think is around 1.8-2kg and battery life is roughly 4 hours (longer is better) if possible, i dont mind the sRGB display that much tho, thanks in advance

This post has been edited by Djkarut: Feb 21 2019, 12:54 AM

Hi everyone
looking for recs for a new laptop .
1. Budget : up to RM4500, no need to max out, at same time willing to consider more premium if worth the investment, basically want best value / bang for buck. Leaving more towards reliability, good build.
2. Usage   : use laptop for everything entertainment, moderate multitasking - many windows open but no heavy programs mainly watching shows, light-moderate office, heavy surfing (10 or more tabs open). No gaming (but very open to gaming laptops if suit my multitasking usage?). Occasional minor video editing (cutting, timing) no need special display specs.
3. Requirements (display size, battery life, weight etc) :
15.6" and above,
not fussy re:battery life (usually used plugged in - btw, is that better for batt life as I'm told?), I suppose at least 3hrs?
not fussy about weight, hardly bring it around, I guess anything below 4kg
Prefer ssd+hdd, nothing major, 120-240ish gb ssd +1tb hdd or thereabouts
Decent display for enjoying movies but nothing outlandish, as long decently comfortable on eyes for long usage (max up to 10hrs/day). Prefer anti glare/matte
Decent speaker, given usage

After my own online research, quite seriously deliberating between
llegear raven vs laguna gtx1050ti
Apparently better value and solidbuild, better cooling compared to my second choice msi GL63 8RD ?
Had looked through notebookcheck.com's top 10 multimedia laptop list, seems not as good value, especially for my needs? All seem >rm6000
trying to strike a balance between overshooting and under, seeking wisdom from knowledgeable sifu's

Quite tired out by my 2 dell machines and an absolutely dud Lenovo IdeaPad (battery won't charge, then speaker stopped working - both within 6months, then keyboard went wonky within 1.5 years) that had me reverting to my trusty old toshiba after each new one died. Wondering if it's all just luck or is there merit in investing in something beyond budget-y laptops?

Thanks ahead for any tips/advice

This post has been edited by uno1: Feb 22 2019, 12:37 PM

Acer Swift 3 SF315-51-520J / 54ZB, SF315-51G-55UH / 56T6 - non-upgradable RAM
Acer Swift 3 SF314-54-55JD / 57FD / 59T5, SF314-54G-52L8 / 59WJ +RAM
Lenovo Yoga 520 +RAM
Huawei Matebook D 14
Lenovo Ideapad 320S-14IKBR 81BN002XMJ / 81BN0071MJ / 81BN0072MJ +RAM+SSD

Poorer battery life (>4 hrs):
Lenovo Thinkpad E485 / E585 +SSD
Dell Inspiron 7472 DFO - good sRGB IPS
Lenovo Ideapad 720s 13 Ryzen 81BR0054MJ/55MJ - good sRGB IPS, poor CPU performance
Dell Vostro 5471/5481 +RAM+SSD
Acer Swift 3 SF315-41G-R6Z9 - non-upgradable RAM
Lenovo Ideapad 330S-15IKB +RAM
HP Pavilion 15-CS0033TX / 15-CS1026TX +RAM+SSD
HP Pavilion 14-CE0082TX / 14-CE0083TX +RAM+SSD
Lenovo Ideapad 330S-14IKB 81F400G1MJ / G2MJ +RAM+HDD

Check my gaming laptop list (prices are outdated though)

Thanks, will do!
Would like to ask opinion, gaming laptop suitable and not overkill for my needs? Or are there non gaming ones recommendable?
Also wondering if it's true gaming laptops better build/more solid/reliable long term than others


Also, if anyone can advice on best practices to optimize battery life (leave plugged in vs Drain etc?)

This post has been edited by uno1: Feb 22 2019, 12:48 PM

A quick reply for you as well

First of all ryzen 2600 and i5 8600 wasn't a series . They are model .

2nd i5 8600 doesn't exist . And if it exist it will be desktop processor that will not exist in normal laptop .

3rd i5 8600k alone will cost more than rm1200 which left no more budget for your build .

This post has been edited by xerox8908: Feb 22 2019, 01:17 PM

i5-8600 does exist.. but not in malaysia.. test model for oem brand.. quite poor performance so they ditch it