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Enquiries/Recommendations Notebook Recommendation Thread v.34, Need To Buy Laptop..? Please Come In

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ZM Fong
post Oct 15 2021, 03:12 PM

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QUOTE(Matchy @ Oct 15 2021, 11:30 AM)
Looking for the following spec. Any recommendation?

R7 5800
16GB RAM
<=15" screen (preferably 16:10 aspect ratio, good color/quality)
compact keyboard (aka no numpad)
<=1.5kg
mainly for media consumption/surfing internet. little to no gaming. (and will also be using some work related task, but nothing too heavy)
below RM4k
wait time = must get before next year
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not many laptops with 15/16 screen has weight below 1.5kg, fine with 1.6-1.8kg?
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post Oct 15 2021, 06:58 PM

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QUOTE(Matchy @ Oct 15 2021, 03:41 PM)
hmm... i want below 15". (15" is max if can't find smaller)  notworthy.gif
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i don't have any recommendations unless you can change some of ur requirements (eg CPU, RAM) or gamble on buying from lenovo site:
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QUOTE(PowerGadget @ Oct 15 2021, 04:47 PM)
Looking forward to purchase a laptop that for office usage and children online class. No video/audio editing No Gaming as well. Budget around 3k. Can wait the most for one month. Thanks in advanced
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fine with low sRGB display and non upgradeable 8GB RAM? can up budget to RM3.2k?
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post Oct 16 2021, 11:55 AM

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QUOTE(PowerGadget @ Oct 15 2021, 10:47 PM)
Thanks for helping! Yes it’s fine as long as the laptop has smooth experience
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no problem, possible to up budget to RM3.2k?
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post Oct 16 2021, 12:11 PM

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QUOTE(PowerGadget @ Oct 16 2021, 12:05 PM)
Yes!  notworthy.gif
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https://shopee.com.my/HONOR-Magicbook-Pro-A...529.10104689770
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post Oct 17 2021, 07:01 PM

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QUOTE(Matchy @ Oct 17 2021, 02:11 PM)
how you get that price? cant even find the thinkbook model in lenovo website.  rclxub.gif
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QUOTE(DareDevil @ Oct 17 2021, 04:36 PM)
@ZM Fong, sifu would you recommend HP Victus 16
https://s.lazada.com.my/s.Ws82g
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import unit, don't buy, stay away
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post Oct 18 2021, 09:08 PM

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QUOTE(DareDevil @ Oct 17 2021, 08:16 PM)
@sifu, what would you recommend?
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pls fill in the template given, if no info idk how to recommend
QUOTE(hong0831 @ Oct 18 2021, 03:45 PM)
1. Budget : 3k
2. Usage  : Dota 2, CSGO, Watch movie and normal usage
3. Requirements : 15inch screen
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wait time? fine with iGPU only?
QUOTE(sadukarzz @ Oct 18 2021, 05:22 PM)
Budget: RM3k.
Usage: Streaming movies (HD), web browsing, zoom meetings.
Brand Preference: None as long as good build quality.
Screen size: 15.6'
Special request: min 8gb RAM; preferably a good processor with integrated graphics; not too heavy (< 1.8kg)
Wait time: 1 - 1.5month
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able to increase budget to RM3.2k?
QUOTE(saishu @ Oct 18 2021, 05:43 PM)
1. Budget : RM8-9K
2. Usage  : work, gaming (new world, csgo)
3. Requirements (display size, battery life, weight etc) : 15 inch at least, good battery. prefer light weight if possible, cause need to travel quite often.
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how light weight u need? give a max weight in kg?
preferred min battery life in hours?

wait time?
QUOTE(nfivez @ Oct 18 2021, 07:51 PM)
I will give info needed for recommendation if really recommend to replace:
1. Budget:2.5k-3.3k
2. Usage: Programming, content consumption, light gaming(bluestacks/dota 2 mods)
3. Screen size: 14-15inch is fine

Request: Not too heavy, but I used nitro 5 before so maybe below 2kg is fine. Prefer higher srgb but if really cannot then nvm, maybe just going to buy external monitor in the future. 8gb ram if not soldered, above 8gb if soldered(prefer 16 in this case). Wait time can be as late as January next year but prefer this 2 months buying.

Thank you.
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fine with iGPU only?
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post Oct 18 2021, 09:45 PM

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QUOTE(saishu @ Oct 18 2021, 09:20 PM)
possibly 8 hours at least?
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for gaming laptop, quite rare to have such long battery life nowadays

unless u fine to sacrifice performance while paying thin and light tax
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post Oct 19 2021, 10:12 AM

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QUOTE(DareDevil @ Oct 18 2021, 10:00 PM)
Budget: RM5k.
Usage: web browsing, trading and gaming
Brand Preference: None as long as good build quality.
Screen size: 15.6
Special request: min 16gb RAM;
Weight: no preference
Wait time: max 2months
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Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-556R with RAM upgrade, although performance is not the best, build quality is nothing special
QUOTE(saishu @ Oct 18 2021, 10:04 PM)
hmm. what would you suggest? the battery isnt that much of a factor.
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if you're fine with lower performance, here are the options <2kg:
Lenovo Legion Slim 7 customize or retail (model 82K80035MJ)
Level51 Slate 15X 2021
Lenovo Thinkbook 16p G2
QUOTE(sadukarzz @ Oct 19 2021, 01:06 AM)
possible do give me one with 3.2k, another alternate sticking with the budget?

i tried checking lenovo webbie there's one 2.7k after config
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if you can't wait 2-3 months, don't buy from lenovo site - even though the laptop might arrive earlier, still need to have some expectations

RM3.2k: Honor Magicbook Pro
RM3k: Lenovo Ideapad 5 15 81YQ00HAMJ (non upgradeable 8GB RAM, poorer display, not full metal build - Magicbook Pro more value buy)
QUOTE(hong0831 @ Oct 19 2021, 01:27 AM)
Until this year december. I'm okay with that.
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fine with non upgradeable 8GB RAM?
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post Oct 19 2021, 02:06 PM

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QUOTE(nfivez @ Oct 19 2021, 11:48 AM)
I believe newer iGPU can compete with 1050 at least, although not as good.

I saw on lenovo website they have 2242 option but not sure if the socket is 2280 or 2242 size.
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iGPU is no where near 1050 though

which model?
QUOTE(GloryKnight @ Oct 19 2021, 12:58 PM)
question; gaming laptops =  or > business laptops?
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ur usage?
any preferences on weight and battery life?
pls provide more info
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post Oct 19 2021, 02:27 PM

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QUOTE(nfivez @ Oct 19 2021, 02:24 PM)
IdeaPad 5 15ITL05
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can fit 2280
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post Oct 19 2021, 08:01 PM

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QUOTE(DareDevil @ Oct 19 2021, 04:51 PM)
Sifu, any better options if the budget can be stretched further?
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Legion 5 Pro, under RM5.5k
QUOTE(tohff7 @ Oct 19 2021, 07:26 PM)
Hi boss, saw that you quite recommend Honor Magicbook Pro (launch Oct 2020)

Seems like the specs are quite good even compare to the newly launched Honor Magicbook 15? Am I mistaken somewhere?
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yes, one of the best value models
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post Oct 23 2021, 10:41 AM

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QUOTE(very polite @ Oct 21 2021, 08:19 AM)
hi boss,

Need a laptop urgently, got hired to do freelance job, and old lappy died last night (RIP)

Requirement:

1) Size 15in and above
2) RAM 16gb (soldered/unsoldered im ok)
3) preferably with a GPU
4) Ryzen Processor (wanna see why it's hyped)
5) Price range below 4k
6) Waiting time zero sweat.gif

Thanks
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https://shopee.com.my/Lenovo-15.6-IdeaPad-G...920.13710337578
QUOTE(adix4 @ Oct 21 2021, 08:55 AM)
1. Budget rm6000-7000
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wait time?
QUOTE(Meo Meo @ Oct 23 2021, 10:10 AM)
7) support dual-monitor configurations without any problems.
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for dual monitor, u ok with usb c to dp?
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post Oct 23 2021, 08:08 PM

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QUOTE(Meo Meo @ Oct 23 2021, 01:56 PM)
Yes ok boss. Anything
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ok with Honor Magicbook Pro?
QUOTE(starry-starry @ Oct 23 2021, 04:35 PM)
noticed price has increased to close to RM3k now? I thought logically price should be lower compared to last year?
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prices have inflated due to a lot of reasons, welcome to 2021 - 2022 probably won't be any better

can wait 2-3 months for delivery?
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post Oct 23 2021, 10:56 PM

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QUOTE(starry-starry @ Oct 23 2021, 09:27 PM)
yes, do advise, better if by end of the year then still within 2021 to claim income tax  tongue.gif
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then u have to either sacrifice specs or build quality or both
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post Oct 23 2021, 11:25 PM

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QUOTE(starry-starry @ Oct 23 2021, 11:22 PM)
May I ask what is the price to get a decent one nowadays? RM3k?

Build quality probably since I mostly use it at home, specs worry might affect its performance. Do I have to know does the bad build quality would cause? Sorry not expert in this field.
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rm3k is ok

poor build quality might affect durability (if u bring it out often in bag) and longevity
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post Oct 24 2021, 09:36 AM

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QUOTE(starry-starry @ Oct 24 2021, 01:08 AM)
Is there any recommendation for if I'm willing to let you the build quality?

If I wait till next year, it doesn't guarantee the price will be back to normal right? Just curious only.
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https://shopee.com.my/Lenovo-IdeaPad-3-Gen-...0911.6582302233

no guarantee
QUOTE(Meo Meo @ Oct 24 2021, 07:04 AM)
Yes ok but I’m looking for 14 or 15 size . Light weight .
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it's 15 inch size

how light weight u want? pls give a max weight in kg
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post Oct 24 2021, 01:55 PM

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QUOTE(MyProLife @ Oct 24 2021, 10:12 AM)
For those who looking for budget laptops (especially around 2k-3k range) Please note of possible build quality/qc issues, some budget models has sacrificed build quality to lower down the price point

This is why sifu ZM Fong take build quality as one of most important considerations when recommending laptops

This is how QC/quality issues shows especially on the hinge part. The hinge is broken despite that it is newly bought laptop. Model is Dell Inspiron 3000 series (2021 model)
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yeah my friend's inspiron 15 3000 started having issues after a few months usagr, and died after a yr

you get what u pay, things are cheap for a reason
QUOTE(Meo Meo @ Oct 24 2021, 10:38 AM)
1.3 kg . Any comment on Illegear Arte 14 ? 

Thanks
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still have concerns on reliability
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post Oct 25 2021, 11:52 PM

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QUOTE(starry-starry @ Oct 24 2021, 02:25 PM)
Don't mind paying lil more for a better and last longer laptop
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if reliability is your main concern, you need to fork out more than 3k for business laptops

even so they are not bullet proof, there are lemons
QUOTE(Iruga6000 @ Oct 24 2021, 08:59 PM)
Hi sifu, appreciate if u can help recommend any good affordable laoptop for spec below. Thanks. 
         
Budget: RM4k and below
Usage: web browsing, streaming and for business purpose only (for elderly). No gaming.
Brand Preference: Looking at Dell, Acer or Lenovo
Screen size: 15.6
Special request: min 16gb RAM;
Weight: no preference
Wait time: right now
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Honor Magicbook Pro?
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post Oct 26 2021, 02:04 PM

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QUOTE(Iruga6000 @ Oct 26 2021, 01:32 PM)
Hi sifu, tyvm for the reply.
If I am wiling to pay more up to 5k, any Dell/Lenovo model u can rekomen? tyvm..
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less value though
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post Oct 26 2021, 02:43 PM

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QUOTE(kent05 @ Oct 26 2021, 02:04 PM)
How is the Magicbook Pro built quality? 2 years on-site warranty? I'm still looking at 5500U vs 4600H.
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if u mean exterior build it's decent (metal)

not sure how good is their aftersales, i think no onsite

5500u can be faster than 4600h if given enough power, so cannot just compare cpu directly
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