Question:
Any idea's
I have a very strict buget but since this is my graduation present i have decided i could and some of my own money for the macchine for everything in college.
1) What is your budget?
2200-2600
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
c. Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen
Something that is portable but can still be my only computer option so I fiqure a 15.4 widescreen would be the best.
3) What tasks will you be performing with the notebook?
Games and schoolwork. I am hoping for a higher scale mainstream gpu such as the x1600
4) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places or leaving it on your desk?
I will have to take it to class.
5) Will you be playing games on it; if so, which games?
I will be mostly playing fps such as battlefront and halo
6) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
I really don’t like gateway or substandard brands with band tech support(who does?)
7) How many hours of battery life do you need?
Between 3-4 would be enough.
8) Do you mind buying online without seeing the notebook in person?
No I don’t.
9) What country are you buying this in?
The US
Screen Specifics
10) From the choices below, what screen resolutions would you prefer?
b. SXGA = Super eXtended Graphics Array; 1400x1050; This resolution offers a middle ground between XGA and UXGA.
c. UXGA = Ultra eXtended Graphics Array; 1600x1200; This resolution will give you the smallest viewable text and images while offering the greatest amount of screen real estate.
d. WXGA = Widescreen eXtended Graphics Array; 1280x768 or 1280x800; This resolution offers the same as XGA except that there is more horizontal real estate; 1280 versus 1024. Popular for movie viewing due to support for widescreen.
e. WXGA+ = Widescreen eXtended Graphics Array+; 1440x900; This resolution is offered on 17" widescreen notebooks and is comparable to WXGA in terms of text and icon size versus available screen real estate. Popular for movie viewing due to support for widescreen.
f. WSXGA+ = Widescreen Super eXtended Graphics Array; 1680x1050; This resolution is comparable to SXGA in that it offers a middle ground between WXGA/WXGA+ and WUXGA. Popular for movie viewing due to support for widescreen.
g. WUXGA = Widescreen Ultra eXtended Graphics Array; 1920x1200; This resolution offers the smallest viewable text and images while offering the greatest amount of screen real estate.
11) Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
I would like a glossy screen.
Build Quality and Design
12) Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you?
To a point, I will have to bring this to class so something that says I’m paying attention but is still a little stylish.
13) How long do you want this laptop to last?
Between 3-4 years, but four years might be pushing it.
Notebook Components
14) How much hard drive space do you want; 40GB to 120GB?
80+
15) Do you need a DVD, DVD-CD/RW or DVD-R drive?
Yes I will need a dvd reader but will not need a writer.
I will also need 3 years of onsite service since I will need this for school, so any site with onsite service or accidental protection. I would also like a newer processor such as the core duo.
Thanks,
Answer:
Re: Any idea's
Nobody has any idea's?