Question:
Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
I will be a freshmen in college this fall.
I will want this to be my mainstream computer.
I will take it to class and all over campus.
Hopfully you can find a laptop with my settings if not thats fine.
Thanks in advance,
1) What is your budget?
$700-1000 USD
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
c. Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen
4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
Like-Toshiba, HP, Thinkpads
Dislike-Mac, Dell
5) What tasks will you be performing with the notebook?
(Word, Powerpoint,etc.) CD/DvD Burner
6) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places or leaving it on your desk?
Taking to Class, Library
7) Will you be playing games on it; if so, which games?
yes, Sims 2 and Flash Games
8) How many hours of battery life do you need?
4-5 hrs.
9) Do you mind buying online without seeing the notebook in person?
No
10) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
XP, Vista
Screen Specifics
11) Would you prefer standard or widescreen?
Stardard
12) From the choices below, what screen resolutions would you prefer?
Standard
b. SXGA - 1400x1050 - Compromise resolution between XGA and UXGA.
13) Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
dont care
Build Quality and Design
14) Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you?
yes, (pink would be a huge bonus)
15) When are you buying this laptop and how long do you want this laptop to last?
Buying this summer last 4-5 yrs.
Notebook Components
16) How much hard drive space do you want; 40GB to 200GB?
100-160GB
17) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a DVD-ROM, DVD-CD/RW or DVD-RW drive?
yes Both CD/RW and DVD/RW
Answer:
Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
Hey just found this notebook.
It is a pretty good deal with the specs and all just wondering if it could run Sims 2 well.
Thanks
http://www.toshibadirect.com/td/b2c/...HO&poid=368631
Answer:
Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
Hi Kyle, welcome to the forums.
Toshiba Satellites are cheaply made machines in my opinion. The chassis is not that sturdy and the plastic feels cheap.
You're asking for a lot of battery life . . . you may need to compromise on that. Take a look at the HP 6715b - it is a business class machine with great quality and a good keyboard. It has ATI integrated graphics and those can handle the Sims 2 fine.
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Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...ED#detailspecs
I found this notebook and it seems like it would be a good deal.
If anyone says other wise please speak up
Thanks
The only problem is that it comes with windows Vista Buisness which i really dont need
Answer:
Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
HP dv6500t - You can get the base model with Vista Home Premium, C2D 7100 processor, 1 GB Ram, X3100 GFX, 12 cell batterym DVD-RW for around 1050 bucks.
HP dv600t - similiar specs with older C2D processor and integrated graphics for around $960.
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Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
I would go for the HP 6715b as well. It's business class, great quality, excellent keyboard and thin and light for its size.
The HP dv6000/6500t are budget notebooks, which are inferior in quality and keyboard and they won't last 4-5 years, I would skip them.
Check out the available models here:
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/en...5-3368540.html
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Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
Well, a couple of my friends own dv series computers, and while obviouosly not the build quality of my thinkpad, i thought they were pretty decently built unless you treat them roughly. And as looks seem to be pretty important to the guy asking the query, i would anyday suggest dv series over the business notebooks which are honestly quite bland.
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Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
Well, a couple of my friends own dv series computers, and while obviouosly not the build quality of my thinkpad, i thought they were pretty decently built unless you treat them roughly. And as looks seem to be pretty important to the guy asking the query, i would anyday suggest dv series over the business notebooks which are honestly quite bland.
The guy also says that he will be taking it to class and want it to last 4-5 years, plastic HP Pavilion will not survive that.
i would anyday suggest dv series over the business notebooks which are honestly quite bland.
I wouldn't choose the look over the build quality, keyboard, weight, support...etc. Also, he said that he likes ThinkPads, so obviously the design isn't a problem here. Not to mention that you suggested a 12 cell battery, which is a real monster that no one would carry around.
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Re: Standard Notebook for College Freshmen
Well my friend's HP lasted him 3 years of college without a hitch, so IMHO this guy's HP should also be with him for 3 years atleast. And if it is quality he is looking for, he should go for TP's. Nothing beats them in build quality and ruggedness.
Infact, you can get a basic R61 for around 1000-1100 USD.