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Re: Laptops ?This is the same advice I gave the other person:(Original post by prestpuk1)
Doing environmental studies foundation leading to a degree in environmental geography. Using it for essays and the like
This was posted from The Student Room's iPhone/iPad App
http://www.ebuyer.com/342418-toshiba...sc1me-01n00ken
Toshiba Satellite Pro C660-2JR Laptop
- Intel Core i3 2350M 2.3GHz
- 640GB HDD + 6GB RAM
- 15.6" HD + DVDRW
- Webcam
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
£360
Weight 2.54kg
Run Time Up to 6.5 hour(s)
That'll suit you fine if your just essay writing, browsing, the basics and a bit more.
unless you want more kick than http://www.laptopsdirect.co.uk/Lenov...UK/version.asp
Lenovo G570 2nd Gen Core i5
Processor - Intel Core i5 2430M - 2.4 GHz
RAM - 4 GB
Hard Drive - 500 GB
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Re: Laptops ?You reckon this one's better than the Lenovo for a similar price? I like all three you recommended but I've never heard of Lenovo and am actually intrigued more than put off!(Original post by Iqbal007)
This is the same advice I gave the other person:
http://www.ebuyer.com/342418-toshiba...sc1me-01n00ken
Toshiba Satellite Pro C660-2JR Laptop
- Intel Core i3 2350M 2.3GHz
- 640GB HDD + 6GB RAM
- 15.6" HD + DVDRW
- Webcam
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
£360
Weight 2.54kg
Run Time Up to 6.5 hour(s)
That'll suit you fine if your just essay writing, browsing, the basics and a bit more.
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Re: Laptops ?I've own a Toshiba Satellite as does my brother, it should last you a few years. If all you are doing is writing essays and surfing the net. I like to play computer games but i'm too cheap ass to buy a computer to support my addiction, my laptop certainly does not suffice for this purpose.
Personally, I think there is better out there for similar money but Toshiba Satellite is a pretty dependable machine, but you will have to do a lot of research. -
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Re: Laptops ?The lenovo is far more powerful, it's just this user is asking for the basics and I suppose at a low cost.(Original post by PatrickD)
You reckon this one's better than the Lenovo for a similar price? I like all three you recommended but I've never heard of Lenovo and am actually intrigued more than put off!
The only difference is a slight smaller hard drive and less ram. Lenovo is actually quite well known. -
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Re: Laptops ?If I was to take a laptop into lectures, is there a size which would be too big and just be annoying? I think my current laptop is 15'6 but I need a new one so just wondering what would be best...
Also, I would use it for work, general Internet browsing, streaming/downloading vids.
Would you suggest the same laptops, as above, for me?Last edited by Tpos; 03-07-2012 at 23:33. -
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Re: Laptops ?It doesn't matter to be honest, just get one that does the job regardless of size, though a large one will put a strain on you carrying it around(Original post by Tpos)
If I was to take a laptop into lectures, is there a size which would be too big and just be annoying? I think my current laptop is 15'6 but I need a new one so just wondering what would be best... -
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Re: Laptops ?Yeah I'll probably go for the second Lenovo then. Looking around it seems a good brand and I'm surprised I haven't heard of it before. Thanks again.(Original post by Iqbal007)
The lenovo is far more powerful, it's just this user is asking for the basics and I suppose at a low cost.
The only difference is a slight smaller hard drive and less ram. Lenovo is actually quite well known.
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Re: Laptops ?They bought thinkpad a fews back.................what are you gonna use it for?(Original post by PatrickD)
Yeah I'll probably go for the second Lenovo then. Looking around it seems a good brand and I'm surprised I haven't heard of it before. Thanks again.
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Re: Laptops ?Pretty much just browsing and word processing, as well as running simple programmes like ChemSketch which any computer can handle. It's reliability I'm most fussed about as I want it to last throughout university. You gave me advice based on this earlier on the main PC advice thread.(Original post by Iqbal007)
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Re: Laptops ?Than I would suggest the same laptops to be honest, if it's just basic stuff, the Lenovo i5 if your gonna do quite a bit more than the basics.(Original post by Tpos)
Ok, just didn't want it to be a pain in lectures, like take too much space or something lol. But I don't want a notebook either.
See my edit in my other post ^
If your gonna do some gaming than you need something with a dedicated graphics card.
Or wait for the new processors if you want better performance and efficiency, may be bit more expensive.Last edited by Iqbal007; 03-07-2012 at 23:50. -
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Re: Laptops ?thinkpad are extremely reputable and reliable and so is that Lenovo as it pretty much is a thinkpad, being bought by them.(Original post by PatrickD)
Pretty much just browsing and word processing, as well as running simple programmes like ChemSketch which any computer can handle. It's reliability I'm most fussed about as I want it to last throughout university. You gave me advice based on this earlier on the main PC advice thread.
So would the Toshiba be, their both very reliable from what I know and reputable for build quality.
Or wait for the new processors if you want better performance and efficiency, may be bit more expensive.Last edited by Iqbal007; 03-07-2012 at 23:51. -
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Re: Laptops ?best spec would probably be roughly i3 processor, 4gb ram, integrated graphics (unless you are gaming or use design applications etc), 500ish or more gb hdd, 15"6,
For your needs I doubt you would need an i5 or 6gb ram, you would probably never use it to it's full potential.
And I would suggest Lenovo or Samsung laptops because of reliability Although there are other great brands too
