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Advice on very high end Notebook
I have been googling around for the perfect notebook that really is a portable desktop for me.
I want a notebook that has got processing power to do gaming, graphics to run a 24+ monitor at WUXGA. Bluetooth so that I am not tied to the keyboard/Monitor of the notebook. That being said I have filled out the questionaire below for more specifics.
I am looking for a dual core mid range processor - I dont think I need to up chuck for the lastest with the price/performance being poor. A mobile processor would be good. Turion/Centrino.
AMD 4600 or T7200 I think - I will take suggestions.
Graphics card - nVIDIA GeForce Go 7950 GTX 512MB would be very sweet. I am open to suggestions here as well.
1) What is your budget? $4k - more if needed
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
d. Desktop Replacement; 17"+ screen
3) What tasks will you be performing with the notebook? Business/games/multimedia
4) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places or leaving it on your desk? very mobile
7) How many hours of battery life do you need?
Not a priority - but gotta last at least a hour + under duress.
8) Do you mind buying online without seeing the notebook in person?
NP
Screen Specifics
11) From the choices below, what screen resolutions would you prefer?
WUXGA - 1920x1200;
12) Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
Not sure - any suggestions?
14) When are you buying this laptop and how long do you want this laptop to last?
3 years.
Notebook Components
15) How much hard drive space do you want; 40GB to 160GB?
Dual 100+ satas (7200 rpm) nice to have em raided
16) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a DVD-ROM, DVD-CD/RW or DVD-RW drive?
Suggestions are welcome here - the more flexible the better i would guess.
Thanks you for taking the time to read and respond!
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i dont really know any good computers at that price range, you can ask the pros that :D
But i can answer one of your questions: The difference between the glossy and matte (regular) screen is that the glossy is more bright, but if you have any light around it such as the sun or a lamp, it reflects big time. If you are going to be inside all the time, then by all means get the glossy scree. If you are at all going to have the sun on it, get the regular screen.
Hope this helps. :D
-MATT
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Re: Advice on very high end Notebook
The Clevo M570U would be a perfect fit for your needs:
It is arguably the best 17" gaming notebook on the market, with excellent build quality and performance.
Why do you call it a Clevo M570U?
As you are aware it is a Widow - and happens to be one that I have been looking at for a week.
Check the Clevo FAQ I linked up there and you'll see why. ;)
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Re: Advice on very high end Notebook
Definitely the Clevo M570U is the best 17" gaming notebook on the market for the money.
UPDATE: Check out the Clevo Guide to find resellers near you.
(Thanks to Chaz for the autolink)
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I second the clevo M570U. I just got one from flawless computers and it rocks.
I was contemplating selling it to buy a lighter more portable system for my south american travels. After spending a couple weeks with the M570U, there is no way I would want to down grade. I think lugging around the extra 5 pounds of weight is worth it.
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Definitely the Clevo M570U. For high-end gaming on a quality power machine, it's the way to go.
Definitely check out the Clevo Guide.
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Crikey - I have been pricing one out on WidowPc - and by gosh its a Clevo! Your link to the resellers of the Clevo has really opened my eyes and will help me save a lot of folding money. Like $1,500.
This has been an incredibly useful site! Thanks to all of you.