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Post by jordan on Aug 9, 2007 16:16:22 GMT -5
Rob I hear you are the guy to ask about computers.
Not to limit this to just Rob, please anyone with valuable information please post.
I'm in search of a notebook/laptop computer and have been researching for a while. It seems that there are a few companies out there that have caught my interest.
Apple
Sony
HP
I am looking to spend about 2000 on a laptop
Question is which and what are the better computers to purchase.
obviously I need it for school-so power is important, gaming-so entertainment is impt. as well as music/movies.
Please elaborate......
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Post by tommy on Aug 9, 2007 16:37:50 GMT -5
I'm wounded Jordan by your forgetfulness of my profession. Anyways, I personally love HP's laptops, and would suggest that over a Sony any day of the week. Apple's are nifty looking and all, but you have to remember it's a totally different animal. Apple's run a different operating system and you would have to adjust to it rather than what you may be used to from most computers. But considering you're requirements you dont want to get an Apple because they are terrible for gaming. But also, laptops in general arent the greatest for gaming. But for 2000 or so you should be able to get something with a little beef in it that can play some stuff. The rest it would be able to handle no problem. If you want, I can find some links to some HP notebooks that should interest you.
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Post by jordan on Aug 9, 2007 17:47:25 GMT -5
Tomas I am sorry, I did forget.
I am looking at the HP dv9500t series
Apple macbook pro 15 inch 2.2 GHz
No Viao? take a look at the Vaio AR series. specifically the VGN-AR570 CTO
The only thing I think you are forgeting the new Apple powerbook Pro can run windows and Mac at the same time. Just holding a button down can revert you to windows or the default operating system...
tell me what you think...
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Post by tommy on Aug 9, 2007 18:44:49 GMT -5
I like HPs over Sonys purely due to my own past bad experiences with Vaios. I'm sure there's plenty of good stories about Vaios, I'm just soured on them personally. From comparing specs and prices tho, it looks to me like you can get an almost identically spec'ed HP for about 300-400 less than the corresponding Sony. HP appears to have some good deals going on right now too. As for the Apple, you're right I did forget about the dual boot. And I'll admit, that Apple will be blazing fast when running Windows. So yeah, I would choose between the Apple and the HP if it were my decision. The Apple is likely going to be more expensive, but sexier. Another thing to look at/keep in mind should be the warranty and service options. Other than that, pick whatever you think you want more. Hope I helped somewhere in that rambling.
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Post by baldisbetter on Aug 10, 2007 8:22:36 GMT -5
Hey Jordan:: Here is my list. HP Pavilion HDX (good all around but big and heavy) , Apple’s MacBook Pro, Asus G2P-7R009C ( This is off brand but the best gaming for around $1900), and Dell Inspiron 1720 (best for music and DVDs).
Specs::
HP Pavilion: Hard drive 160GB, Intel's 2.4-GHz Core 2 Duo T7700; 4GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT 256 MB, and HD DVD-ROM/DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/-RAM drive. You will need to play with the components on this because it gets pricy very quick.
Asus G2P-7R009C:: - Hard drive 160GB, Intel's 2 GHz Core 2 Duo T7200, 2GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM ,17-inch WXGA+ screen, 512MB ATI Mobility Radeon X1700 graphics card and DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/-RAM drive.
Dell Inspiron 1720:: Hard drive 160GB, Intel's 2-GHz Core 2 Duo T7300, 2GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM, 256MB nVidia GeForce 8600M GT graphics card and DVD±R DL/DVD±RW-RAM drive.
MacBook Pro:: Hard drive 160GB, Intel's 2.4-GHz Core 2 Duo T7700; 4GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM, 256 MB nVidia GeForce 8600M GT graphics card and DVD±R DL/DVD±RW-RAM drive. (This one will hurt, with the 17 display it runs about $3 K, ouch).
Well, this is my wish list. When you visit the sites the price will change based on the components. Make sure you don't go below 2GB of RAM and 256 MB on the graphic card. I speced them all on 17 inch displays.
Tommy can you think of anthing else?
I was totally wiped out this morning... To many days without rest. So I going to run for 30 min tonight to get setup for the tomorrow. Anyway I hope this helps.
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