(Part 2) Best laptops according to redditors

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u/ObiChiefKenfrodo · 396 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Apple Macbook Pro

  • i5 CPU
  • 8gb RAM
  • 256gb SSD
  • $1500

    Asus Laptop

  • i5 CPU
  • 8gb RAM
  • 256gb SSD
  • $500


    The screen on the Asus is not quite as nice as the one on the macbook but it doesn't account for the $1000 difference in price. You could find one with a nicer screen for a couple hundred more if you looked around.

    This one is the same price as the macbook but has more ports, twice the RAM, twice the SSD space, a higher screen resolution, a much better CPU, and dedicated graphics.

    What is apple even doing?



u/The_Zura · 66 pointsr/hardware

A few things to point out.

The most disappointing video card was between the Radeon VII and the 1650. Here's the thing. No one ever gets excited for low end budget cards to begin with, and I don't recall Nvidia hyping up the 1650. The RVII, on the other hand, was announced at one of the biggest shows of the year with AMD giving 3 benchmarks that showed it beating the RTX 2080. Then it comes out and is 8% slower, without all the rtx features, and suffers from all the AMD/Vega problems. At the same price. That's a disappointment beyond what the 1650 could ever put out. The 1650 feels completely shoehorned in.

Now the Rx 5700 got the best award for enthusiasts because of the powerplay mod and flashing for that 10% boost to performance to match 5700XT levels while consuming Rx Fury levels of energy. That's silly considering that most gpus can overclock to ~10% performance uplift using whatever overclocking software you choose. They shouldn't get an award for that, especially with all the Navi driver bugs.

Edit: I just thought of something after seeing a good black friday sale. The 1650 is available in plenty of budget friendly laptops out there, with one being $600 right now.. It's the go to entry level laptop gpu, and to say it's a disappointment on the same level of the "first 7nm gaming gpu [to be discontinued]," well, that's just a lack of perspective. Having worse price to performance alone shouldn't put it on the list as AMD often has no choice to price their video cards lower to compete with Nvidia. For good reason. Expectations and hype, in my opinion, should be the deciding factor.

u/SoCleanSoFresh · 28 pointsr/buildapc

Seriously, ya'll are putting together all this stuff, $500+ worth of parts which is great for us but you aren't thinking about your target audience. Browsing the web and writing books. That was the use case. You're going to build her a desktop computer with a dedicated GPU and all that for a use case of browsing the web and writing books?

IMO she might be happier if she gets the option to not be stuck writing at a desk all day and can instead relax on a couch writing.

Go spend the money on a quality Chromebook, and if you want to give her the desktop experience too, pick up a nice monitor to go with it while you're at it. No dealing with viruses either.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5G5PG2

u/Yangoose · 27 pointsr/financialindependence

> 14 hours a week of movies/TV/chatting with friends/reading

Literally all of that could be done for a tiny fraction of the price on a Chromebook. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CVOLVPA/

Seriously, 12 hour battery life, 1080p IPS screen, 4 GB of RAM. You should look into returning that Powerbook...

u/tenfootgiant · 24 pointsr/Amd
u/Live4evil · 24 pointsr/Amd

Looks pretty similar to the Acer Aspire 5 so for an extra $70 the differences are:

256GB SSD vs 1 TB HDD
MX150 vs Vega 8 iGPU

u/jedinatt · 23 pointsr/WindowsMR

>i mainly want to use the Cliffhouse environment to use as an office and watch movies.

No you don't. That's garbage. Double your budget.

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-i7577-5241BLK-PUS-Inspiron-Display-Gaming/dp/B0764HW117/

u/baseballandfreedom · 19 pointsr/chromeos

Amazon link for preorder: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CVOLVPA

$299 for an aluminum, 1080p Chromebook with 4gb of ram and a 32gb storage is a steal.

EDIT: Not using SSD.

u/rotll · 16 pointsr/gadgets

It might be overkill, but you asked. Asus Zenbook

u/ObviouslyTriggered · 16 pointsr/Amd

Mobile parts don't have an IHS so what the fuck are you even on about.
As for the throttling I have this laptop https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8250U-NVIDIA-GeForce-SF314-52G-55WQ/dp/B0746P25QX at home unless you arer running on battery the Kabby Lake R CPUs clocks to well over 3ghz on all core Turbo and stays there for a long while.
The only time I've seen it even downclock to below 3.0ghz is when running Prime95 in with AVX2 which does pretty much pushes it against it's 15W thermal limit.


u/PastyPilgrim · 11 pointsr/AskComputerScience

You could get through a CS degree with just a raspberry pi and a 32GB SD card; you really don't need any serious power. I'll give you the same advice that I give everyone asking about what computer to get for a CS program: build a powerful desktop because that's fun, will teach you a little about components, and will let you do anything you'll ever want to do. And buy a chromebook and install Linux with crouton, which will allow you to bring a super lightweight laptop to your classes that will do everything you want (email, text processing, etc on Google's OS and programming on the Linux OS) and will have a battery that will last you all week (seriously, I just charged mine on the weekend).

Since it looks like your budget is <1700$, you could have fun building an awesome PC for $1200 plus maybe a bit more if you want a nice monitor and keyboard, and get yourself a chromebook for $300. Then you're set.

u/DaviDeberjerack · 11 pointsr/civ

This Acer Aspire 5? https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-i5-8250U-GeForce-A515-51G-515J/dp/B075KCJHMD

If so, then you certainly don't have a hardware issue. I would recommend making sure all your drivers are up to date and checking the integrity of the game files on your game. (just google it if you aren't sure how)

u/chenanzu · 10 pointsr/linux

Asus Zenbook UX305UA

749$ on amazon


13 inches, 1920x1080, Core i5 6200, 8 GB Ram, 256 GB SSD, realistic 10 hour battery life.


Bought one this week. Love it. Identical in appearance to a Macbook Air, but running the latest hardware (i5 6200)... Here is a review of a similar model, but the review's battery life is based on a model running a 4k screen, where as I linked / bought a 1080p screen model.

u/ArbyCreeper · 9 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

What about an ASUS ROG Strix? Although it is heavier than the macbook (4.9lbs instead of 4.46lbs) it is way more powerful as it has a GTX 1060 and an i7 6700HQ inside. You will have no probably when it comes to 1080p gaming on this laptop, since it has a full desktop GTX 1060 included. However, the battery life maybe an issue and you may need to plug it in often.

If you want a laptop that has a longer battery life, then I would recommend Razer Blade It has the almost same exact spec, and lighter than the ASUS ROG, but it would be more expensive and might be hotter when running games.

u/dirtyultraface · 9 pointsr/Tallahassee

I think you'll have a hard time selling it then, since it's 750 on amazon

u/b4ux1t3 · 8 pointsr/raspberry_pi

No.

The Pi is a learning platform. The idea behind it is that you learn about programming and electronics using the Pi and then you move on to developing things on more-powerful computers.

The fact that people make all these amazing things with the Pi is a testament to their creativity and ingenuity, not the Pi's power.

If you just want something that can browse the internet and edit documents, get a Chromebook. The cheapest one is $250 and I can guarantee you (as I bought that exact one) that is excels at web browsing and using Google Drive (which you should be using anyway :P).

If you want a full-on computer for pretty cheap, I recommend one of the various decently-specced notebooks out there. You can get a notebook for as little as $500, and they'll be able to do anything you want short of playing Call of Halo: Modern Black Ops 8 on ultra-beast settings.

EDIT: Or you could pony up, spend about a grand on a nice, custom-built computer that you can upgrade and that will last you forever. That's what I did. -shrug-

u/zerro_4 · 8 pointsr/linux

This is what I have:

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA

It is on the north end of size and price as far as chromebooks go. 1920x1080, but it isn't a touchscreen. This is what got confused for a macbook air :P I should also mention that the wife finds it acceptable (she uses a Surface pro 4)

You can follow instructions do put it in dev mode and get a Ubuntu chroot going or wipe and do a full install of your preferred OS. If I am going to write some python and screw around with my raspberry Pis, I use the ubuntu jail. If I want to watch you tube or google play music, I hotkey over to the chromeOS.

I have some nordic frost giant blood in me, so I don't really mind it being the size of a "normal" laptop. But an 11" or 12" with touchscreen/hybrid set up would be good for a workshop or lab around the $200.
Pay attention to what processor is under the hood. there is a narrow range of stuff, but some are ARM processors (Rockchip, etc) and some are Intel x86 (Celeron, Atom). The ARM based chromebooks are really cheap, but not much better than a crappy tablet and a keyboard.
I would recomment to not spend more than 300...but don't spend less than 120ish on a chromebook.

u/legos45 · 8 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I understand, laptop shopping can be ridiculous difficult if you don't understand components. That's alright, that's what we're here for!

I'd recommend the Acer Swift 3, its a bit below budget but should be able to get the job done. It has:

  • i5-8250U 4-core processor

  • 8 GB of RAM

  • 256 GB SSD storage

  • 1080p 14" display

  • MX150 2 GB graphics card

  • Weight of 3.8lbs and battery life up to 10 hours

    The laptop runs Windows 10 Home. I'm not sure if you'll necessarily need 16 GB of RAM, and if so that would be kind of hard to achieve in your range. But the components in this laptop should be fine for creating a Linux-based OS.

    If you are okay with something a bit heavier, the Dell G5 which is a tad bit over budget will surpass your target for specifications.
u/Kronosys · 7 pointsr/techsupport

Pretty much anything you go with will be better than a 5 year old EEEPC. If you're feeling particularly daring, look into a chrome book.

EDIT Chromebook link
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-XE303C12-A01US-Chromebook-Wi-Fi-11-6-Inch/dp/B009LL9VDG

u/drfoqui · 7 pointsr/lowendgaming

There are some sales on Amazon you can check out.

This one has Intel HD5500 graphics.
This one has HD520 which are better.

Those will even run things like Rocket League, which I've player on a laptop with a i5-3370u and HD4000 graphics.

u/InuKaT · 7 pointsr/uwaterloo

Black Friday is coming up, so I highly recommend waiting until then to see if there are any deals if you can put up with your current laptop for another 2 weeks.

Otherwise some of my current recommendations include these

Asus Zenbook 2in1. Generally 2 in 1s are pretty bleh but at $920 I think it checks off what you need.

Lenovo currently has this 14 Inch ThinkBook for $941.

If you have Amazon Prime and don't mind buying an open box product, I also recommend checking out Amazon Warehouse. There are some nice laptops selling at a discounted price. If you don't like it, it's always easy to return (bought a new laptop for school during the spring term through the warehouse). Just make sure to check the condition ("Very Good" is usually basically brand new but YMMV)

Zenbook 13

Zenbook 15.6

Zenbook Ultra

u/elvinelmo · 6 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Since you want this laptop to be somewhat future proof getting a a good GPU is vital, check out the *Dell i7577-5241BLK-PUS**

  • 15.6" FHD IPS
  • 7th Gen Intel Core i5-7300HQ,
  • GTX 1060 6GB Graphics,
  • 8GB Memory,
  • 128GB SSD + 1TB HDD,
  • 5.76 lbs

    A powerful gaming laptop which provides great value with a powerful GTX 1060 and a quad core CPU for below $1000. The system will boot quickly with the OS on the fast SSD and videos, pictures and large files can be stored on the HDD. Alternatively, if you want to use your max budget you cant beat the Acer Predator Helios 300

u/LonerIM2 · 6 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

New Deal

Dell i7577 buying it from the "Other Seller" section will buy it from Amazon directly at 999, prime eliegiable and with free shipping.

Specs :

  • 7th Gen Intel Core i5, GTX 1060 6GB Graphics, 8GB Memory, 128GB SSD + 1TB HDD, 15.6 Full HD IPS
u/techstar2000 · 6 pointsr/LaptopDeals

For under $1000, I would go for this Dell i7577-5241BLK-PUS Inspiron with the gtx 1060 graphics card , 8 GB RAM , fast 128 GB SSD plus a large 1 TB HDD... It also has a decent heat manage system and good display. Since you already have an SSD though, you could get this one with only one storage drive and add your 1 TB SSD to the empty drive.

u/MechAegis · 6 pointsr/buildapcsales

In the same boat and eyeing a couple deals from walmart. If you have not already, take a look at the Asus Vivobook for $249 if you're will to spend a 100 more totaling at 399.99 - HP Pavilion Laptop is what interests me.

Edit: another to consider is the Acer Aspire 5 Slim Laptop i5-8265U - $399.99

OR

Acer Aspire 5 Slim Laptop Ryzen 3 3200U - $259.99

Good Luck

u/PeteyNice · 6 pointsr/chromeos
  • The easiest way to print from a Chromebook is to a printer that supports Google Cloud Print. There are other ways but they are not fully supported or require an intermediary. https://www.google.com/cloudprint/learn/printers/
  • You can plug in external devices to Chromebooks no problem but remember that they generally have very limited disk space - consumer Chromebooks tend to have between 16 and 64 GBs of disk space so it won't be great as a media hub. Also, your options for photo editing are much weaker than on MacOS.
  • ChromeOS is at its core a Chrome browser. So it can cast to Chromecasts naively. It looks like there are Chrome extensions to cast to Roku but I have never tried them.

    I love my Chromebook but I have a Cloud Print compatible printer and have moved a lot of things to the cloud so the lack of local storage does not bother me.

    The Acer CB14 is nice if you want a big screen. It can be hard for under $200 if you are ok with a refurb and hunt around (Amazon for spec/review purposes only) https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA

    If you don't need a screen that big and can spend some more, you can usually find a Samsung Chromebook Plus on Amazon Warehouse Deals for $350 or less. That has an amazing screen and supports Android Apps out of the box. https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Chromebook-Convertible-Laptop-XE513C24-K01US/dp/B01LZ6XKS6

    Choosing ChromeOS is becoming a a viable option for everyone but it is a lifestyle change if you are used to a vast application library and ample local storage.
u/construktz · 5 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Do you know you need a full TDP quad-core CPU? Most thin machines are going to run ULV processors, which have 4 logical cores (dual-core with hyperthreading) and the new Skylake procs have great single core performance without needing full TDP.

There is the Asus Zenbook Pro UX501VW which has a full TDP quad-core i7 and doesn't have integrated graphics, but having the GTX 960M doesn't hurt with the 4k display. It does have your Thunderbolt port as well.

I would seriously consider scrapping the eGPU thing, though. They don't make much sense in the long run. You can build a small desktop with an mATX or another small form factor that will give you the full capabilities of a desktop in a much more compact form, and real GPU performance, then just get a less expensive laptop for the same overall price or even cheaper.

u/PM_ME_UR_CATS_ASS · 5 pointsr/techsupport

You won't get a quality Windows laptop for that price. Chromebook would be the way to go IMO. Here's probably the best one sub $300 IMO.

If you're looking for top-of-the-line, this one is usually regarded as the best:
https://www.amazon.com/Chromebook-Intel-12-5-Inch-Touchscreen-storage/dp/B01N5G5PG2

Chromebook's can't do a lot like storing files locally and running Windows programs, but you have access to android web store, all of Google products plus extra storage for Drive. I know Office is still compatible with it so menial work and tasks could be done as well.

u/Godsbosscraig · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace

you're fairly limited in the 400-500 dollar range. I would suggest checking out acer's aspire lineup or dell's inspiron lineup. Make sure it has more than 4gb of ram, and try to find something with an i5 or better. this is a fairly good option. Just look at the system requirements found here for general guidlines on a computer for WoW

u/lskennedy · 5 pointsr/lowendgaming

I'm guessing you're looking at this laptop for the i5 setup:

Acer Aspire E5-573G 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Intel Core i5 5200U, 8GB, 1TB, NVIDIA GeForce 940M 2GB, Windows 10 Home)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012IBOCRU/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_6kGQwb103YXQB


I can pretty much say there isn't a better laptop at that price.

u/TheNovelNovelty · 5 pointsr/laptops

[Thin and light (for a gaming laptop) with GTX 1060 , i7-6700HQ, 16Gigs of RAM and a free m.2 slot to upgrade later if you want an SSD for $1400] (https://www.amazon.com/Asus-GL702VM-DB71-17-3-Inch-i7-6700HQ-7200RPM/dp/B01KB0WJ1G/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1478456137&sr=1-4&keywords=gtx%2B1060%2Blaptop&th=1)

I'd recommend if don't choose this laptop, at least go for a GTX 10-series (1060, 1070, 1080). They perform FAR better than the 9-series for less money and less power consumption for their performance.

u/CrookedStubby15 · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I would go for a laptop with a gtx 1060. The performance increase is very noticeable.

This one is slightly above your budget, but totally worth it IMO.
https://www.amazon.com/GL502VM-G-SYNC-Gaming-i7-6700HQ-7200RPM/dp/B01KB0WJ1G/ref=sr_1_7?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1481999171&sr=1-7&refinements=p_n_intended_use_browse-bin%3A9647497011

u/domthegamer · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace

This one is a pretty good deal right now (Although in some triple A games, if you crank up the AA 3gb may not be sufficient, but otherwise at 1080p it should do decent).

u/davidbenett · 5 pointsr/laptops

The Acer Swift 3 with an i5-8250U and MX150 has popped up on Amazon, purportedly shipping in 1-2 months, so I'd guess during the month of September we'll be seeing more laptops available.

u/BudgetSetHelp · 5 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Here are some options that match your Description:


Acer Helios 300 price: $1100 (Best option, if there is a discount)


ASUS ROG G531GT price: $830


Ideapad L340 price: $716


Acer Swift 3 price: $700


Asus TUF FX505DT price: $700


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u/earthboundskyfree · 4 pointsr/LaptopDeals

Is this or this the better option? Same series, but I know nothing about how to decide which is better

u/mastergenera1 · 4 pointsr/wow

This would probably work, ASUS - FX505DD 15.6" Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 - 256GB Solid State Drive - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07V336VJJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xQBWDbKK1G7YR


Not sure if you have brand preference though. Theres also another model of the same with a way better gpu for ~$100 more upon initial checking

Asus TUF FX505DT Gaming Laptop, 15.6" 120Hz Full HD, AMD Ryzen 5 R5-3550H Processor, GeForce GTX 1650 Graphics, 8GB DDR4, 256GB PCIe SSD, Gigabit Wi-Fi 5, Windows 10 Home, FX505DT-AH51, RGB Keyboard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VBK4SYS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SRBWDbPG6NTC1

u/Jovial4Banono · 4 pointsr/LaptopDeals

Asus TUF FX505DT Gaming Laptop, 15.6" 120Hz Full HD, AMD Ryzen 5 R5-3550H Processor, GeForce GTX 1650 Graphics, 8GB DDR4, 256GB PCIe SSD, Gigabit Wi-Fi 5, Windows 10 Home, FX505DT-AH51, RGB Keyboard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VBK4SYS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HM8VDb71H0XHS
You won’t get that with a 14 inch screen.
Light for a gaming laptop under five pounds.
Can’t speak to the thermals and it’s 50$ over your budget but the laptop you’ve asked for doesn’t really exist.

u/starchaserro · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Hi,

Based on your requirements I have made this noteb search

You can see and change the search parameters using the "Refine results" button in the upper-left part of the search results page. You can also click on the laptops for more information.

An option for you might be this one: Dell Inspiron 15 7577 Gaming - combines power and low cost perfectly - you can find the configuration I gave you here for 750$ or on amazon from 940$

Another option might be this one: Dell Inspiron 15 7567 Gaming - this one is slightly weaker but with a better battery life - you can find the configuration I gave you on amazon for 780$

u/howasaur · 4 pointsr/gadgets

The Asus zenbook line is really good for the money. Doesn't have thunderbolt 3 so that's a consideration when comparing it to XPS 13 and Matebook X Pro.

An Asus Zenbook UX330 with an i5, 8gb RAM and 256gb SSD is at $700 on Amazon. Link

About the Matebook X Pro, a similarly specced model is $1200 but Amazon, newegg, and the Microsoft store all all offering gift card promos ($300 gift card for Amazon or Microsoft, $150 rebate+$150 gift card for Newegg)

Edit: you might also want to check out Dell Outlet (www.dell.com/outlet) which has XPS 13's at a decent price when compared to new.

Costco also has higher end model on sale right now

u/poopyheadthrowaway · 4 pointsr/laptops

Portability + power is a bit of an issue. That said, here are some sub-$1500 suggestions from Amazon:

u/_lolNoob · 4 pointsr/pcmasterrace

If you can go to 600$:

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-i5-8250U-GeForce-A515-51G-515J/dp/B075KCJHMD

Dont go for the i7, that is a Coffee Lake i5, its already 4 cores, 8 threads, you get 8GB of RAM, a quad core cpu, FHD display and SSD, I think you can add an HDD for extra storage space.

Search this model around, because its a great bang for buck .

u/Michiganders · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

My best suggestion would be the Dell Inspiron 7559 for $800 because it has a good mix of power and battery life. You could look into some laptops with new pascal graphics, but all will have very poor battery, rarely lasting over 4 hours. The dell comes with a quad core i7-6700HQ processor, 8gb of ram and a 1TB HDD. It has a GTX 960M graphics card which will work just fine for light and moderate gaming. It has a full 1080p IPS display, a long battery life (advertised up to 10 hours), and a white backlit keyboard.

There is also another RAM slot and another storage slot if you would like to upgrade either in the future.

If you want something that will really future-proof you though, maybe look into the ASUS ROG STRIX for $1250, which has one of the largest batteries of any laptop with a GTX 1060. It's specs include a quad core i7-6700HQ processor, 16gb of ram and a 1TB HDD. It's GTX 1060 graphics card is extremely powerful and will meet any gaming needs you have. Its battery is decent and advertised up to 5 hours.

u/Jinh0o · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I guess you can wait for bf, since it isnt far from now. 1500 should get you a pretty decent gaming laptop with the gtx 1060. I recommend the Asus GL series. The one with the 1060 should be around 1300 if I'm not mistaken. It's a slim 15 inch laptop that should be able to run everything you've listed at a very good fps on the highest settings(native 1080p).

If you want something smaller in size for portability, look at the msi 14 inch laptop .

Some of these laptops are already on sale.

Asus GL502 w/ 1060 gtx

MSI GS43VR

u/KnightlyVR · 4 pointsr/oculus

Original price was $1,249.00. That's $349.01 off (28% savings).

I must say this is the best deal for a VR ready laptop that I've seen. And I got a $40 Amazon credit for getting approved on an Amazon credit card (which I didn't use) which brought my total to only $945 with 2 day Prime shipping. That's a total of $400 savings for me.

Sale Link: https://www.amazon.com/FX502VM-Gaming-Laptop-NVIDIA-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01LXO0PO2?tag=igndeals14-20?ascsubtag=317bad8c-92e3-4172-8aa4-f1e801aa29eb

Review Link: http://pcverge.com/asus-fx502vm-gaming-laptop-review/

u/The---Technician · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

In that budget, I would recommend you go for this Acer Aspire VX 15 WITH THE POWERFUL 7TH QUAD CORE I7 processor and solid gtx 1050 Ti dedicated graphics card. It will run the games you mentioned very well and will do a good job at coding... If you could go over $1000, this Acer Helios with the gtx 1060 would be even a better buy.

u/FowD9 · 4 pointsr/bestoflegaladvice

again, why are you only going for other overpriced laptops instead of reasonable priced laptops? why avoid the actual ones that refute your argument? Nobody is arguing that macbooks are the only overpriced laptops, NOBODY is, but they sure as hell ARE overpriced

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literally just a quick search: https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-Gaming-GeForce-VX5-591G-75RM/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1495823671&sr=1-1&keywords=laptop&refinements=p_n_feature_four_browse-bin%3A2289792011%2Cp_n_feature_twelve_browse-bin%3A9521908011%2Cp_n_feature_five_browse-bin%3A13580790011

a macbook with the same specs 15", 16GB DDR4 ram, 256GB SSD, 7th gen i7, with a way worse graphics card (Radeon 460 Pro [benchmark score 6963] vs this laptop's 1050 TI [benchmark score 8911]) would cost $2,900

so you're telling me, a $2,900 macbook with a worse graphics card all else being the same is not overpriced vs this $1000 laptop? Are you going to then argue to me that "build quality" is worth an additional $1,900? lol please that's absolutely laughable

you're wrong, they ARE overpriced.

don't get me wrong, I don't judge, if you want to buy an overpriced laptop because of brand name, more power to you. but don't try to argue that it's not overpriced, because you're wrong it absolutely 100% is overpriced and using other overpriced laptops as an argument isn't an argument

u/Juslivin · 4 pointsr/playrust

I just got an Acer vx15. The top model one. I love it. I play with 70+ fps. The only downside is it only comes with a 256 gig ssd but you can add another one. On Amazon it's 999 USD right now but the lower end one is like ~700 USD.

https://www.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/series/aspirevx15

Acer Aspire VX 15 Gaming Laptop, 7th Gen Intel Core i7, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti, 15.6 Full HD, 16GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, VX5-591G-75RM https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gPUkzbB2K5HDV

If you scroll down on your link it is there on the website.

Edit: added links

u/kverberk · 4 pointsr/chromeos

I would suggest the [Acer R11 for $269USD](https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Convertible-11-6-Inch-CB5-132T-C1LK/dp/B01J42JPJG/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1483770071&sr=1-2&keywords=acer+r+13 "Amazon Link to purchase") if you're really on a tight budget, but you're going down to 11.6", which may in the end be better for portability if you're still lugging back and forth from classes. It also has Android Apps in the stable channel which is a bonus. Just make sure if you get the R11 that you get the 4Gb Ram model or else Android won't run well on it anyway. My previous chromebook was the Acer C720P, which has the same screen size, and it was nice and light to carry around from work, home, and travelling, and was the laptop that I've used for most of my Master's degree and works well for typing long papers. The [Asus Chromebook Flip (1) at $259USD](https://www.amazon.com/C100PA-DB02-10-1-inch-Chromebook-1-8GHz-Operation/dp/B00ZS4HK0Q/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1483771163&sr=1-1&keywords=asus+Chromebook+flip "Amazon Link to purchase") is nice, but in my opinion the keyboard is too cramped to be used as a computer to write anything longer than a facebook or reddit post, which I imagine why your original post requested info on 13"-ers, and 16Gb storage is too small for the future anyway.

I currently have the [Acer R13 at $399USD](https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Convertible-13-3-inch-CB5-312T-K5X4/dp/B01LXYG77O/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1483771046&sr=1-1&keywords=acer+r+13 "Amazon Link to purchase") and it's great. I honestly can say it's overall the best computer I've ever owned and in my opinion the best value for a computer that money can buy. That being said, $400 is a lot of money for a student, but if you can afford it, it's definitley the one I'd recommend for you. The new ones that are coming out of CES, specifically the [Asus Chromebook C302 at $499USD](https://www.amazon.com/Chromebook-C302CA-DHM4-Traditional-Laptop-Silver/dp/B01N5G5PG2/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1483771756&sr=1-1&keywords=Asus+Chromebook+C302 "Amazon Link to Pre-Order") and the [Samsung Chromebook Plus at $449USD](https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Electronics-XE513C24-K01US-Chromebook-Touch-Screen/dp/B01LZ6XKS6/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1483771819&sr=1-2&keywords=samsung+chromebook+plus "Amazon Link to Pre-Order"), that will have touch and support android apps may run better but all cost more, will be harder or impossible to get now, and are arguably not a better value for the dollar. Back lit keyboards are nice but aren't a necessity for you I imagine!

Good luck on making a decision and let us know what you ultimately decide!

u/TheNeck72 · 4 pointsr/chromeos

amazon warehouse deals has 20% off the m3 & m5 C302CA-DHM4, that is the only good deals ive seen. so the m3 is $331.81 and the m5 is $443.80

https://www.amazon.com/C302CA-DHM4-Chromebook-12-5-inch-Touchscreen-Convertible/dp/B01N5G5PG2/ref=sr_1_1?m=A2L77EE7U53NWQ&s=warehouse-deals&ie=UTF8&qid=1542758465&sr=8-1&keywords=asus+chromebook

u/audigex · 4 pointsr/CitiesSkylines

This, but minus 1TB of storage and prioritize the SSD.

SSDs are the single best upgrade for loading times (which in CS can get quite long with lots of mods and assets), and general "snappiness" of the machine.

1TB is over-kill for most, and if you run low on storage for photos etc you can easily buy an external HDD or NAS for not very much money at all.

A 256GB SSD will do the job just fine for Cities Skylines, a couple of other games, and some documents, but 500GB is more comfortable if you want to install other large games. More than that is un-necessary unless you want to store a large number of videos too.

Something like this would be ideal for $900.

Or this for a little less money for $800. It will perform a little worse for CS (slightly worse CPU), a little better in most other games (better graphics card), and has less storage, but is cheaper.

And at $700, this is the cheapest I'd probably bother with, as you start to lose a little too much performance when you drop significantly below this level.

If the above is too expensive, though, dropping the SSD can get you this which is a bit of a compromise but should still run CS well enough and is hard to argue with at $525

Edit: Although I'll add that I'm not American and just grabbed these for example purposes: you may be able to find better deals for comparable specifications.

u/s3ph · 4 pointsr/laptops

What made you pick those two units? The first one is using a 6th generation processor.

What do you think of something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-Gaming-i5577-7359BLK-PUS-Chassis/dp/B06XFGDD8P

It has better specs than the ones you've linked for a good price.

u/Whereyouatm8 · 4 pointsr/wow

I don't know how tight your budget might be, but adding $80 more you can get this which has a much better graphics card, in fact the laptop I linked has a GTX 1050 which pulls double the frames than the one you linked. If you got another 80$ I'd go with the one I linked, It's on sale now hence the lower price.

u/Kyzriel · 4 pointsr/iRacing

The Razer Blade Stealth is honestly pretty overpriced for what you get. You can get something much more capable for ~$700-$800 that could gladly play whatever games you want it to, and shouldn't have terrible battery life either when not gaming.

Also, keep in mind you could gladly fit a modest mid-range build that can walk all over most gaming laptops into an HTPC case for $800-$1000 and still have money leftover for a beefy work laptop if you can afford $1500 for the Razer Blade Stealth.

u/Villentrenmerth · 4 pointsr/Polska

> zakładając że to już jest to co powiesz o tym komputerze?

Apple to firma która jak zauważyłeś korzysta z identycznych podzespołów co inne komputery.

Jedyny Mac z 2012 z i5 który znalazłem to ten:

  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2012)
    • https://support.apple.com/kb/SP649?locale=en_US

      Najważniejsze co dla mnie się liczy w pracy przy komputerze to ile mogę pomieścić pikseli i jak sprawnie te piksele będą wyświetlane. Na podanej stronie znalazłem najważniejsze elementy:

      Processor

  • 2.5GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor (Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz) with 3MB L3 cache

    Display

  • Supported resolutions: 1280 by 800 (native)

    Graphics and Video Support

  • Intel HD Graphics 4000

    Jeśli to ten sam (MacBook Pro 13 calowy) to Apple sprytnie pominął jaki model procesora użyli, ale z dalszego poszukiwania zidentyfikowałem go jako 2,5GHz model i5-3210M [link].

    Podsumowując: słaby procesor, mała rozdzielczość wyświetlacza i brak dedykowanej karty graficznej. Laptop na pewno nie będzie się dławił przy codziennej pracy, bo tej pracy nie będzie miał za wiele (rozdzielczość 1,280 x 800 pikseli to praktycznie tyle samo co w twoim iPhone 7 - 1,334 x 750).

    6-letni laptop z chujowym procesorem, małą rozdzielczością wyświetlacza i brakiem karty graficznej nie jest wart więcej niż 500 złotych (a zgaduję, że ponieważ to Apple, to właściciel chce za niego trochę więcej niż 500 PLN).

    Kupowanie starych Maków się nie opłaca, między innymi dlatego że już za 900 złotych można kupić nowe urządzenie z 2018 roku z wyświetlaczem IPS 1920x1080, np przenośny [Chromebook 14] który służy do przeglądania internetu (pojemność dysku to tylko 32GB), albo wysupłać trochę więcej (1,800 PLN) na [ASUS VivoBook F510UA] z zajebistym wyświetlaczem i procesorem 8 generacji.

    Polecam przeczytać https://www.reddit.com/r/laptops/wiki/index aby być świadomym konsumentem przy wyborze laptopów.
u/Fog_Terminator · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Honestly, I think you'd be lucky to get a laptop that can run WoW with low settings and that budget, and its most likely impossible to run it at Mid-High settings. Here's the best I could find:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CGGOZOM

It's a bit over budget ($460), but it should run WoW. If you want to do some more research for yourself, I'd recommend looking at lists like this one, comparing the specs they give to the minimum specs required for WoW. You can use this website to compare the capabilities of different CPUs & GPUs against each other.

Edit: Removed affiliate link

u/thelphelper · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

The HP 15-ay011nr 15.6inch laptop is for your daughter, 4.7lbs nice keyboards good reviews. Its simple and work based the battery life is pleasing as well.

u/The--Technician · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

The Zenbook is awesome! However, based on how demanding some of the programs she will be running, can be, I RECOMMEND she gets the 15 inches version that has a quad core processor rather than a dual core... It also has more memory. I am referring to this ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501VW

u/valkyr · 4 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

$300 - 1080p ... surely you jest

This Asus is a pretty nice deal for $360. Or a Samsung Chromebook if all you're doing is web browsing.

u/kepler- · 4 pointsr/Pitt

Windows laptop: ASUS Zenbook UX305UA 13.3-Inch Laptop (6th Generation Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Windows 10), Titanium Gold https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BMERZJ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_EUNpxbVK8FWRH

Mac: Whatever their latest 13 inch is.

13 is a nice sweet spot for screen size and portability. Asus is nice for price, and the zenbook line comes with a free year of accidental damage warranty, which is what makes it top pick for my recommendation to students. My brother got a core M version, so less powerful, little cheaper, but does everything he needs. Macs are Macs. No gaming on either really, if you care. 1080/full HD is generally fine on a 13 inch, and saves on battery vs high res.

Dell XPS 13s are going for a decent price now too. I have a high end developer edition (Linux) and really like its form factor and power. The normal line comes with Windows of course. Going with an i5 w/ 8 gigs of RAM should be fine for any work you're doing.

u/BestBeating · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

For light gaming and portability I would rather choose this Acer Swift 3.

It has:

  • 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8250U Processor (Up to 3.4GHz)
  • NVIDIA GeForce MX150 with 2 GB of dedicated GDDR5 VRAM
  • 14″ Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS Widescreen LED-backlit Display
  • 8GB LPDDR3 Onboard Memory
  • 256GB SSD
  • 1 – USB 3.1 Type C Gen 1 port, 2 – USB 3.0 Ports & 1 – USB 2.0 port
  • 1 – HDMI port
  • 802.11ac WiFi featuring 2×2 MIMO technology (Dual-Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz)
  • Acer Fingerprint Reader supporting Windows Hello
  • Back-lit Keyboard
  • Windows 10 Home
  • Up to 10 Hours Battery Life

    More Details
u/The_Adviser100 · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

For general use in this price range I would advise you to check this laptop

laptop name | Acer Swift 3
--- |----
CPU | Quad core 8th Gen I5-8250U
GPU | MX 150
Screen "| 14"" FHD IPS"
Ram | 8 GB
SSD | 256 GB
HDD | 0
Weight | 3.2 Lbs.
Battery life | 8.5 Hrs.
Price | 650~750$
Pros | One of the best bang for the money in the market.
Pros | The Mx 150 should be enough for CAD work and light to medeum gaming.
Pros | Very light .
Cons | The screen is dim .
Cons | You can't upgrade the RAM .
Cons | The SSD is small but you can add a HDD .

For more info here is the screen color-space coverage

laptop name | Acer Swift 3
--- |----
Brightness | 237 .
sRGB | 58% .
AdobeRGB | 38% .

u/Thousandsmagister · 3 pointsr/cemu

Actually , the first version GPD Win was only $300 , it came with Quad Core Z8700 @ 2.0GHz + 4GB of Ram

I don't understand how could they charge double for the 2nd version , ulv i3 isn't the best CPU in the world . $400 for a low performance i3 + extra 4GB of Ram ??? Nah ! I pass

For $700 , you could buy a gaming ultrabook

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8250U-NVIDIA-GeForce-SF314-52G-55WQ/dp/B0746P25QX/

u/LapNerd · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I would recommend Acer Swift 3 as it comes with: -

CPU: i5-8250U

GPU: GeForce MX150

RAM: 8

Display: FHD 14 IPS screen

Storage: 256 GB SSD,- HDD

Long battery life

It is a great choice because of its great heat management system and high build quality, along with its specifications makes it the best option for your usage and it is within your budget.

u/Joe10112 · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I am looking to grab a 14" Laptop this Black Friday. No 15.6", feels too bulky for my friend.

Touchscreen and Rotation optional. SSD strongly preferred. Budget ~$600-800, lower is better though.

Should be able to play some small games (i.e. Overwatch) at good frame rates (60+ FPS) on Med-High, or maybe even some bigger games ("old" AAA games) at 45+ FPS, granted though it might be lower settings/resolution.

Given these specifications and your list, I am looking at the Acer Swift 3. It comes with a MX150 dedicated, which apparently is not too bad. My personal laptop (a few years old) has an 860m, and if the MX150 performs roughly the same as an 860m (from quick Google searches, that seems to be the case), then it should be fine (as in, hopefully moving forward for the next 3-4 years it will continue to be okay...) Also comes with 256 GB SSD, which is great as well.

I'm just wondering if, given those specifications, you have any other potential laptops that I should be looking at.

Thanks for putting together this list though! Very helpful.

u/-420FaxIt- · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8250U-NVIDIA-GeForce-SF314-52G-55WQ/dp/B0746P25QX
Here ya go. There also is the Acer E15 for $600 with the MX150, but it’s 5.3 lbs

u/bor4etyy · 3 pointsr/laptops

acer swift 3 is what you are looking for
P.S. Gaming does not rule out macs, it's just not as easy to set up

u/kpopper2013 · 3 pointsr/LaptopDeals
u/fifa2003 · 3 pointsr/LaptopDeals

The Acer Swift 3, 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 14" Full HD, 8GB LPDDR3, 256GB SSD, SF314-52G-55WQ

u/martymcflyer · 3 pointsr/laptops

Or I would recommend the acer e 15, or inspiron 15 5000 5577

Link to all 3 on amazon:



Acer inspiron 15

Acer Aspire E 15

Acer Aspire 5

u/coderck · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Acer Aspire 5 A515-51, Read More

This bad boy is boasting a GTX 1030 or MX 150 under the hood, which is fairly powerful and falls into your budget.

  • Full HD
  • 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U
  • GeForce MX150
  • 8GB DDR4 Memory
  • 256GB SSD

    Acer builds some good laptops these days, and you will get the best value for money laptop.

    Excerpts from Reviews


    > ....The track-pad is responsive and snappy....
    >
    > ....Battery life while watching netflix and surfing the web has been anywhere from 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 hours for me....
    >
    >....It’s also has a backlit keyboard. It’s super fast never freezes....

u/SolidCalm · 3 pointsr/laptops

That's a good laptop, but I'd save money to get a better one, for like $600 you can get a beast that will last for a lot of years.

This one is A BEAST that run games, and everything you want. Even video editing is possible here.

In my opinion you'll regret if you buy a laptop worse than this one. Cheap laptops are useless nowadays. Maybe in the future there're nice cheap laptops, but today, they're horrible.

u/ice0rb · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Considering MGS:V is arguably a difficult game to play for a laptop, I recommend the Acer Aspire 5. It's not the most beautiful or the thinnest but it is really value packed, a dGPU and a 8th gen i5 for $570. The screen and the speakers aren't the best, but for your price they're decent.

Generally speaking the MX150 is the best dGPU in this price point up to maybe $1300ish.
Here's it on MGSV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxVq24Pb_Mo

https://smile.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-i5-8250U-GeForce-A515-51G-515J/dp/B075KCJHMD?sa-no-redirect=1

Here's the Amazon link, (the smile is Amazon's donation site that contributes your purchase to a charity)

u/SupremeShogan · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I just bought one off of Amazon thanks to their 5 month financing deal which made the purchase alot easier and I should get it in a couple of days so I can give it some tests and let you know about the finer details.

I would also check out this guys site https://shopineer.com/laptops/Acer-Predator-Helios-300-Gaming-Laptop-Intel-Core-i7-7700HQ-NH-Q28AA-001. He has benchmarks for a bunch of laptops and keeps it up to date pretty frequently. Highly recommend it!

But in the short run, yeah I've heard good things about it and it seems like a really solid laptop, but another one people suggested was this Dell Inspiron on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0764HW117/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_6OacBb5TYQVJT. It's also a really solid laptop and it's cheaper. But it's not on Amazons 5 month deal thing.

u/SOROS_CHEQUE_IN_MAIL · 3 pointsr/intel

> ill get a decent GPU (about equal to a 1030) + SSD under 1000$.

Lol

u/aleishabb · 3 pointsr/LaptopDeals

The quad core CPU of the Aspire 5 would be good for her. The Lenovo ideapa S340 is cheaper but t is new on the market

u/truedublock · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

For 600$ you can get her a dedicated Mx150 GPU, and for $650 she can have a 1050 Ti

$650 $600 $500 $400


Just remember everything below $600 does not have a discrete GPU, and the settings for sims might have to be turned down a decent amount.

(Or you could build a second PC for her, if she’s moved in with you ;) )

u/LTHardcase · 3 pointsr/GamingLaptops

Below $800 you'll be looking for something with a GTX 1650. This is a good example.

u/FireMochiMC · 3 pointsr/explainlikeimfive

How much are you looking to spend? If below 1k USD this is a pretty good place to start

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07VBK4SYS/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile

u/derp_shrek_9 · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop
u/EnmityTrigger · 3 pointsr/visualnovels

You may want to consider a laptop instead of a desktop if you do not intend to play graphically intensive games. Even cheap laptops can run any visual novel.

Tbh I'd go for a laptop if you want to spend less than 500 usd. Desktops are expensive because you also need a monitor, mouse, keyboard etc.

Depending on your needs I'd go with a 15.6 inch laptop.

Try to find a laptop with a 8th Gen Intel i3 processor, with 256 GB of storage and 8 GB ram. This should be good for internet and office work while also playing Visual novels.

Something like this is cheap but and with decent performance https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Display-Graphics-Keyboard-A515-43-R19L/dp/B07RF1XD36/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=laptop&qid=1571258070&rnid=2941120011&s=pc&sr=1-3
But if you can spend 500 usd, then something like this will last you longer: https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8265U-Keyboard-Fingerprint-A515-54-51DJ/dp/B07RF2123Z/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=laptop&qid=1571258070&rnid=2941120011&s=pc&sr=1-4


But look around for good deals. Sometimes you can find good laptops for little money.

u/looney2388 · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I recommend the lightweight 2.5 lbs ASUS ZenBook Ultra-Slim Laptop, 13.3-inch Full HD, 8th gen Intel i5-8250U Processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Backlit keyboard, Fingerprint Reader, Anti-Glare, Windows 10, Grey, UX330UA-AH55

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075N1YHVK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jDWRAbNZB51JC

u/spacemudd · 3 pointsr/digitalnomad

Check out the Asus Zenbook lineup. I got the UX305UA two years ago and I fucking love it.

I was torn between the XPS, Yoga, and Surface but I don't regret my decision at all.

I didn't choose XPS because of the weird camera placement and its design didn't suit me. The MS Surface had terrible battery life and I still see my friends struggling with their surfaces, lol.

___

Things I love about the ux305:

  • Design is super clean and made out of aluminum. It feels very rich.

  • Screen is bright and color accurate.

  • Lightweight, you can really stuff the laptop anywhere you want, lol.

  • The laptop runs ice cold while having the fan run very quietly. It's amazing.

  • Trackpad has a 'glass' texture to it with subtly glitter-finish to it, it's captivating to say the least.

  • Keyboard key-travel is short but precise and firm. Hands down the best keyboard I used.

  • Even after 2 years, I still get solid 9 hours of battery if I use WiFi sparingly with medium brightness. Few weeks ago I forgot my charger and had to stay at a job location from 9pm to 5pm coding. I left the site with 15% charge!

    ____

  • Dave2D review of UX306

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075N1YHVK/ref=twister_B076DMS1F7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
u/macr1408 · 3 pointsr/vzla

No entiendo si la finalidad del thread es para presumir que supuestamente estás en el mundo de los eSports o que carajo.

Dudo mucho que alguien inmerso en el mundo del gaming no sepa comprar una laptop para un juego de tan bajos requisitos como HoS, cualquier i5 6th gen+ (o Ryzen), con Rx serie 3xx+ o Nvidia serie 9xx+ corre eso tranquilamente.

Mas de 1000 dolares no deberías gastar

Edit: ...

u/Skana-kun · 3 pointsr/LaptopDeals

Well, there is Acer's Predator Helios 300. I've been searching for a while now and i found it really great, looking at its price (1050$ on Amazon), It's specs are really good too, with a GTX 1060 6g gpu, an i7-7700 cpu, 16g of ram and a 256 ssd. And there is the Dell inspiron 15 with almost the same specs (half the ssd and and extra 1T HDD) but it costs an extra 100$.


Im really confused between those two laptops since my budget is limited and i could use the additional 100$ on the dell's to get a gaming mouse and headphones,.. etc. I've seen a bunch of reviews on both, and they seem to be fine, so - even with the bad previous experience with Acer- I'm still leaning toward their gaming laptop (purely because of the 100$ tho).

The Dell Inspiron 15 7000 : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078XL5R1M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_m4.YAbKG63QV1

Acer Predator Helios 300 : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y4GZS9C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2daZAbR573C41

A cheaper( i5 - 8g ram) version of the dell one : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0764HW117/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_agaZAbMHE1DSR

u/SilentKingdom13 · 3 pointsr/ffxiv

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Laptop-Intel-Graphics-Memory/dp/B0764HW117?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_4

This will run FF14 at the highest settings, and if you install it in the SSD it will also increase load times by a factor of 4. It can run most current games around mid-high settings as well.

u/Winged__Hussar · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

A few good, powerful laptops that are less than $1000 are the MSI GL 62, the Dell Inspiron 7559, and the Lenovo Y700. They all have the latest i7 processors, a 960m, 8 GB of ran, and weight about 5-6 lbs. The Lenovo and MSI have a 1 TB 5400 rpm HDD, and the Dell has a 1 TB 5400 rpm SSHD with 8 GB SSD cache, making a bit faster, possibly. The Lenovo and Dell have IPS displays, while the MSI has a TN one. The Dell also has a 4 GB version of the 960m while the others only have the 2 GB version.

If you want a 17 in laptop that is also under $1000 or more ram, there is this Asus laptop. It’s specs are similar to the other suggested, but has 16 GB of ram instead of 8 GB.

u/munchiesnOOb · 3 pointsr/Warthunder

I wouldn't expect spectacular performance, comparing this to my pc.

That pc will play it, but not on super high graphics. I have some settings turned up like track marks and effects, and textures are up rather high, but everything else is stripped down to base and I literally never have a frame drop, ever, except on custom battles when someone spawns in a big destroyer or cruiser with a shitload of AA batteries that start opening up with infinite ammo, and even then it only dips to 30 minimum. The screen size is the biggest thing I'd worry about, as my 16x9 1080p 17 inch monitor is already starting to show it's obsolescence as distant targets are blobs of pixels.

TL;DR Don't expect perfect framerate but it will work. Get an external fan.

u/TheMekaUltra · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

With a budget of 1000$ I would recommend to go for a desktop if possible, since most gaming laptops around that budget will become outdated rather sooner than later. Now if it's not an option to get a desktop I could recommend this one

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-i7559-2512BLK-Generation-GeForce/dp/B015PYZ0J6

Its equipped with an i7, gtx 960m and 8gb of ram which should run most games fine at low-medium settings and it's only 850$

Now that one is a 15.6" so its more portable so a bit smaller (still really comfortable to play on trust me) but if you rather have a bit of a bigger screen you can get this one

https://www.amazon.com/GL752VW-DH71-17-3-inch-GTX960M-Graphic-Windows/dp/B01578ZK9A

This one comes with almost the same specs, only with double the RAM (16gb) which is also a great thing since 8gb is like the standard in gaming nowadays so if you have double that you should be more than fine. (don't get me wrong you won't run games much better because of the double ram, it'll just allow you to run more processes at the same time)
Also it costs 995$ so it's on the edge of your budget, without counting delivery costs so yea you'll have to look that up.

u/dandeliondreamer · 3 pointsr/TagProIRL

Oh, you could get an absolute beast for that price. Depends on your requirements too. The Dell XPS 15 9550 is $1,200. The Dell Inspiron i7559-763BLK has NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics (same as the XPS 15), which would play pretty much any game right now at max settings and is only $800. The ASUS ROG GL752VW-DH71 has the same graphics card but a bigger screen, if that's your thing, and has 16GB RAM (overkill IMO, but the other two have 8GB).

I don't know man, depends on what you want and what you are using it for more specifically. Battery power? Slim design for portability? Ect...

u/ScaryJoey · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace
u/rafa10pj · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

The display on MBAs is terrible, they really shouldn't be charging that kind of money for a non-FHD TN display in 2016.

You can get an i5, 8 GB, 256 SSD ASUS UX305UA for 749 on Amazon. It's got an IPS FHD display panel.

u/techneeeq · 3 pointsr/laptops

The ASUS Zenbook UX305UA is better as it has a 50% more powerful processor.

u/Orangematz · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

What about an XPS 13 or T460s?

Or if you prefer to spend less, you can go with this.

u/SaneBRZ · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Take a look at this website. It will show you how Civ: BE will run on laptops with a Nvidia GTX 940M, 950M, 960M or 970M. You can decide which one would be the best choice. I think a laptop with a Nvidia GTX 950M or better should be powerful enough.

> I care how my laptop looks, aesthetically. I prefer the minimalist/MAC look and less of a sci-fi look. Thanks!

Here are some models you could take a look on:

  • Samsung Notebook Pro 9 NP940Z5L-X01US - 4K touchscreen, Intel i7 quad core, 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB SSD, Nvidia GTX 950M for $1399
  • Asus ZenBook Pro UX501VW - 4K touchscreen, Intel i7 quad core, 16 GB of RAM, 512 GB SSD, Nvidia GTX 960M for $1499
  • Dell XPS 15 9550 - 1080p or 4K touchscreen, i5 or i7 quad core, at least 8 GB of RAM (two accessible RAM slots), SSD/HDD, Nvidia GTX 960M starts at $1199
u/linkuei-teaparty · 3 pointsr/aiprogramming

Really depends on your applications. You'll be running scripts that will be very CPU intensive and having enough RAM would help. If you're running tensorflow then having access to a GPU would improve efficiency.

When posting build threads you'd be better off asking r/buildapc or r/suggestalaptop.

I'll help in the meantime.

  1. What's your budget?


  2. Are you looking for a laptop or a desktop?


  3. What operating system are you working on?


    If you're on a budget and familiar with the windows operating system, I'd recommend any laptop with an Intel i7 CPU, 8-16GB RAM with a graphics card.

    The DELL XPS15 $1899 $1699 would be a good choice.

    Second best would be an Asus Zenbook pro ux501. $1499 $1299

    If you're a fan of mac, perhaps a lower range macbook pro [$1349]
    (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0744MHLK4/ref=psdc_13896615011_t2_B0744N99WL) would help.




    If you're really looking to make a significant investment, I'd say a desktop would be your best option. Investing in an

  • AMD Threadripper CPU

  • VEGA64 Graphics card

  • ASUS ROG (Republic of Gaming) zenith motherboard
    ]
  • 32GB RAM

    would be the best. That's optimised for compute performance over gaming. If you're not into building computers you could get one built by your local computer store. However this system would be upwards of $3000-$5000. This would future proof you for the next 5 years easily.

u/trainedtech88 · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

easily this powerful dell xps 15 is the laptop you will need for those demanding tasks. it house some awesome specs such a powerful Intel Core i7-6700HQ Quad Core Processor, 8GB RAM, a fast 256GB ssd storage a dedicated 960m gpu, great display quality, very light weight decent battery life and is also pretty durable. its stretching your budget however it would be ideal for your tasks. if you would like an awesome alternative this lightweight ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501VW would be a good option.

u/fltsht · 3 pointsr/hardware

So.. Basically this?

u/_Einveru_ · 3 pointsr/linuxquestions

I've been using the Acer 14" Chromebook with Arch Linux/i3 installed.
The 1080p screen is great for watching videos. I've also run Plasma and
XFCE on it in the past. Using mostly terminal apps and Firefox I hardly
have any issues or noticeable slowdowns.

Probably won't run Windows {well} though, so there's that. Does get
close to your budget though.

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-14-inch-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=acer+chromebook&qid=1558968700&s=gateway&sr=8-6

u/chriscosta77 · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I recently ordered about 20 Chromebooks for my school district. ASUS C201 11.6" units. Avoid that particular model. They are cheap, flimsy machines. Thank God we only need them for testing students.

As for compatibility, it's not too bad an OS. All general computing can be done on a Chromebook. You can also enable Android apps to run on them. There's even Word online, and other Office apps. The battery life is crazy though, 8-10 hours, even longer most of the time.

You don't need an external HDD, because most of them have SD card slots, or USB ports, so you can just buy her a nice 128GB USB flash drive and that'll hold all her schoolwork. I got one of those solid metal ones from Samsung, it'll last literally the rest of my life, lol.

I'm not sure what your budget is but here's some options for Chromebooks...

Ok, in case you wanted to just skip the Chromebooks entirely, and get her a Windows laptop, that will be more compatible

HP 14-an013nr 14-Inch Notebook (AMD E2, 4GB RAM, 32 GB Hard Drive) with Windows 10 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F4ZG68A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_k3ZlybK0VQ0RS

Here's a decent Chromebook that's not too expensive.

Acer Chromebook 15 CB5-571-C1DZ (15.6-Inch Full HD IPS, 4GB RAM, 16GB SSD) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TU7U4PU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i5ZlybVSGN4V3

And this one is one of the nicer models of Chromebook. But at this point you might as well just look into Windows machines.

Acer Chromebook 14, Aluminum, 14-inch Full HD, Intel Celeron Quad-Core N3160, 4GB LPDDR3, 32GB, Chrome, CB3-431-C5FM https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CVOLVPA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_o7ZlybAWRMMFZ

u/Waifu4Laifu · 3 pointsr/chromeos

Not really, its listed MSRP might be that high, but its never sold for that much. In fact, this same laptop used to be 10 dollars cheaper last month.

http://camelcamelcamel.com/Acer-Chromebook-Quad-Core-Certified-Refurbished/product/B01LY1QHTK

You can buy it new for 230 (which is a good deal)

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA

u/jgillich · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I'd go with the Acer Chromebook 14: https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA/

Incredibly cheap for what you get, also great user reviews, so issues like a crappy wifi card are unlikely.

u/tmlhalo · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Quad core SKU I7 cpu, 16GB RAM, GTX 1060, Gsync panel, 15.6 in.

https://www.amazon.com/GL502VM-G-SYNC-Gaming-i7-6700HQ-7200RPM/dp/B01KB0WJ1G

u/DICKSDISKSDICKSDISKS · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

If I was looking to get a gaming laptop I'd want one with a GTX 1060, unfortunately you'd be looking at $1399 for the cheapest one, the ASUS GL502VM, it does look pretty good though, with an IPS gsync monitor.
If that's too much I'd lurk Slickdeals for a few days and see if any with the 1060 go on sale.

u/ThatGuyWithTheText · 3 pointsr/laptops

Don't consider buying apple. They no longer priorities their computer brand and it really shows. That being said, for 1200 you should NOT buy any computer that sports a 900 series card. Ram and harddrive space can (typically) be upgraded later. But graphic cards are on for good and you can never upgrade/replace them in laptops.

For 200 more you can pick up this model which includes a 1060 (which will lead to less heat and futureproof you for years to come)
https://www.amazon.com/Eluktronics-P650RP6-Premium-Gaming-Laptop/dp/B01KZ6BKL6/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1487958278&sr=1-1&keywords=Eluktronics++1060

If your budget is stuck at 1200 you can buy a used asus stix and install the ssd yourself. https://www.amazon.com/15-6-inch-G-SYNC-2-6GHz-GL502VM-GeForce/dp/B01KB0WJ1G/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1487958370&sr=1-4&keywords=1060+laptop

u/MakesWebsites · 3 pointsr/Ubuntu

My best laptop experience so far has been this from ASUS. I haven't had any issues on Ubuntu and I am using the proprietary drivers.

u/FallsZero · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Hi OP I recommend the ROG Asus Strix

1500$ was your limit and the strix is nice.

u/Computerrevs · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I think this infographic could be really helpful for you in finding what you can get in each price range.

For specific suggestions, I bought the ASUS FX502vm this year for my freshman year of college. I play LOL and PUBG also and was worried about the aesthetics at college also. Its just a basic black laptop that you can turn the backlit keyboard off if you are really looking for a professional look. For gaming, this laptop runs very smoothly on both games and I haven't had any compaints about performance. It is a little over your price range. If you want a cheaper laptop that looks a little more like a gaming laptop, the Acer Helios 300 is a great choice but does have that "gamer" look you are trying to avoid.

u/antisouless · 3 pointsr/hardwareswap

Why did you buy a 965m 6 mos ago ?

I personally would rather have a better gpu than better memory as that can be upgraded.

I think people just don't know much about mobile GPUs sometimes. Here's a quick hierarchy or mobile GPUs right now.

  1. 1080
  2. 1070
  3. 980(mobile)/1060
  4. 980m
  5. 970m/1050
  6. 960m/AMD 7970?
    7-100: Everything else Who cares . for your health .

    ASUS FX502VM 15.6" Gaming Laptop NVIDIA 1060 3GB, Intel Core i5-6300HQ 16GB DDR4 1TB HDD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXO0PO2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_kLN-ybY1B7XH0
u/Lonxu · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Well, anything with GTX 1060. Seems like some are available for $1000 right now.

No SSD on this one though https://www.amazon.com/FX502VM-Gaming-Laptop-NVIDIA-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01LXO0PO2/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1480279842&sr=1-3

u/MaxwellTesla · 3 pointsr/Amd

The M375 Radeon graphics is capable of some light gaming (LoL, CS..etc) so your M365X is probably on par if not slower. For 880 euros? I think you could get a far better deal. Try to look for notebooks that have GTX 960m or newer. 970m, or gtx 1060 would be ideal for portable gaming. and there are many options available for that price range. I strongly advise you to go for gtx 1060. they are desktop chips.

and that 1GB of M365X isnt gonna help but bottleneck you.

The HP EliteBook 850 G3 is a nice laptop but it has no dedicated graphics.

So if you're looking for something nice for gaming and portable for around 800 euros. here is a list that will hopefully help you.

https://www.amazon.com/FX502VM-Gaming-Laptop-NVIDIA-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01LXO0PO2/ref=sr_1_6?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1480265431&sr=1-6&keywords=GTX+1060+laptop

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-VN7-591G-70RT-15-6-Inch-Gaming/dp/B00WJSQRNK/ref=sr_1_20?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1480265494&sr=1-20&keywords=GTX+1060+laptop

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-15-6-Inch-Quad-Core-i5-6300HQ-Processor/dp/B015PYYDMQ/ref=sr_1_25?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1480265494&sr=1-25&keywords=GTX+1060+laptop

https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Y700-GeForce-Windows-80NV0026US/dp/B014MIBR7K/ref=sr_1_11?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1480265494&sr=1-11&keywords=GTX%2B1060%2Blaptop&th=1

u/ReversusRex · 3 pointsr/LaptopDeals

I'm actually trying to sell a 10 series gaming laptop for $950. the model is Asus FX502vm-AH51

https://www.amazon.com/FX502VM-Gaming-Laptop-NVIDIA-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01LXO0PO2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505586180&sr=8-1&keywords=asus+fx502vm-ah51

I also upgraded it with a 500gb samsung evo 850 (~$170)

I bought it two months ago for college, but I'm finding the size and weight to be inconvenient (15.6", 5lbs). Cosmetically the laptop is flawless save for a little scratch on the lid. I would consider selling it without the SSD for $800.

u/by_a_pyre_light · 3 pointsr/laptops

It all depends on how soon you need it.

The 1050 hasn't been announced for laptops yet let alone a release date so it could be a couple of months before we see it. If you need need laptop ASAP that's not an option.


OTOH, Nvidia just started releasing 3Gb models of the 1060 laptops which should be quite the power houses.

You can find the bran new ASUS FX502VM for only $899! That's going to be so much more powerful than the 960m and almost the same price.

https://www.amazon.com/FX502VM-Gaming-Laptop-NVIDIA-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01LXO0PO2

u/matif_qazi · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Well honestly, I am not a big fan of MAC, but when it comes to "fantastic Display" there is no comparison to it. It is a proven fact.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/The-Best-Notebook-Displays-As-Reviewed-By-Notebookcheck.120541.0.html

With that said, i'd say you get yourself a gaming laptop.

This one is nice

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-Gaming-GeForce-VX5-591G-75RM/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1493220949&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=gaming+laptop&psc=1

Alternatively, you can have a look at various lists like this to get some help.

u/KayVonTrarx · 3 pointsr/LaptopDeals

So it seems like the performance/storage specs are similar on the Gigabyte P55Wr7-KL3 than the Eluktronics P650HP6 for the same price except for the current $150 coupon.

Does anyone happen to know how they match up in heat management and build quality? After having overheating issues with my current laptop's GPU and CPU, these factors and customer service matters a lot to me.

If both of their customer service stories are bad then I might as well get the Acer Aspire VX 15 as even with less performance, the cooling and customer service should be good.

u/notmyname1 · 3 pointsr/chromeos

Chromebook Pro:

  • $499
  • beautiful, bright display
  • 3:2 screen ratio
  • stylus

    ASUS C302:

  • $429
  • 16:9 screen ratio
  • amazing keyboard
  • keyboard is also backlit

    I own the Chromebook Pro and my son has the C302. They're both great, but I prefer the 3:2 amazing screen and the stylus of the Chromebook Pro to the amazing keyboard on the C302.

    EDIT: emphasis on C302's keyboard, backlight, and Pro's display.
u/westdabestdb · 3 pointsr/chromeos

Hello, I am not a Chromebook user but I am very interested in them.

You can definitely go for any Chromebook around $500, they typically have 4gb ram, 32/64gb storage, and intel core m3 processor. If you are willing to pay few hundreds more, there's a discount on Amazon for Google Pixelbook, with i5 processor, 8gb ram and 128gb storage for $846. There's also one good thing about this device, you can install linux applications on it.

If you are not interested in paying that money for Google Pixelbook, you can go with ASUS C302CA-DHM4.

Enjoy it!!

https://www.amazon.com/Google-Pixelbook-RAM-128GB-GA00122-US/dp/B075JSK7TR/ref=sr_1_1?s=computers-intl-ship&ie=UTF8&qid=1542300384&sr=1-1&keywords=chromebook+8gb+ram

​

https://www.amazon.com/C302CA-DHM4-Chromebook-12-5-inch-Touchscreen-Convertible/dp/B01N5G5PG2/ref=sr_1_2?s=computers-intl-ship&ie=UTF8&qid=1542300384&sr=1-2&keywords=chromebook+8gb+ram

u/CombatBotanist · 3 pointsr/computers

I would recommend this Dell laptop ($750 on amazon right now). It is a newer version of the laptop that I have and it is great for just about everything you would want to do on a laptop. Mine runs all the newest games on medium @ 60 FPS and has more than enough horsepower for whatever software I need. One thing though, I would recommend getting the one with the SSD as the 5400 RPM HDDs that you find in laptops are to slow to run Windows 10 well. It has an empty 2.5 inch hard drive bay if you need to add more storage later and the process is incredibly simple.

u/Jebobek · 3 pointsr/laptops

If you're going to go beyond League/Dota and pull off something like Overwatch I'd suggest a budget gaming laptop: Dell Inspiron 15.6" Gaming Laptop (7th Gen Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256GB SSD, NVIDIA GTX 1050) (i5577-5335BLK-PUS)

Edit: If you want to push your budget go for the Lenovo Legion Y520 with the GTX 1050ti

u/Koeru · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

You aren't going to be able to run things on Ultra 60fps with a laptop less than $700. Maybe you could if you get a used laptop, but nothing new. The best I can find is this dell (which is about $150 over budget) and even then you will be getting like 40fps average on ultra, mayyyyybe 50-60 on high.

EDIT: this dell will have less performance, (1050 vs. ti) but is cheaper

u/zebrastripe665 · 3 pointsr/gaming

You may already know this, but if you don't need a laptop then buying a gaming desktop will be a way better deal. Building it yourself will be the best deal. It's a little intimidating, until you realize there are a ton of YouTube guides and a subreddits dedicated to helping people put together a having desktop. Otherwise, Reddit can point you to some good prebuilt systems.

For a laptop recommendation, try to find this one with the 1050 ti graphics card. The 1050 ti is noticeably better than the 1050:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XFGDD8P/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1497634962&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dell%2Binspiron%2Bgaming%2B15%2B7000&dpPl=1&dpID=41zfabBnrLL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

If you just want a gaming computer and don't need a laptop, check this out:

https://youtu.be/y_uLQrS76Xs

u/SirSheples · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I have this Laptop and it's pretty damn good for the price range, the i7 is good and so is the GPU.

u/laohacdepzai · 3 pointsr/laptops

In my opinion, if you have been using high-end PC specs (i7, GTX 870), you won't feel comfortable with using low performance processors of ultraportable laptops. The more sluggish feel of the laptop compared to your PC can be more or less annoying.
So I'd suggest getting a (slightly) bigger laptop because the difference in performance outweights the difference in weight (unless you plan to buy feather-light laptops like HP Spectre or LG Gram).
Check out this Dell Inspiron 7567 . It is a bit heavier, but has a sturdy chassis with a huge battery and a discrete GTX 1050, so you can play most game at medium or even high settings. Oh and it has backlit keyboard (red only, though).

u/v7z7v7 · 3 pointsr/laptops

I currently have a Lenovo Y50-70 and I am not a fan of it. While it does get the job done and it has served me well for the last several years, it has too many problems for me to recommend Lenovo to someone. I know a lot of people who love Lenovo for their cheap products, but I feel very burned by them.

Based on your usage, I would say that your minimum specs would be a quad core processor, a discrete GPU, and 16gb of RAM or more.
Here are a few links to ones that should easily meet your needs:
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-Touchscreen-i7-6700HQ-Quad-Core/dp/B06XSD57RS/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1501447564&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=dell+inspiron+15+7000&psc=1&smid=A3T0K4YV6GT185

https://www.amazon.com/Predator-G3-571-77QK-i7-7700HQ-Windows-Notebook/dp/B073RNFXD9/ref=sr_1_9?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1501447168&sr=1-9&keywords=acer+predator

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-Gaming-GeForce-VX5-591G-75RM/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1501447467&sr=1-3&keywords=gaming+laptop&refinements=p_72%3A1248879011%2Cp_36%3A100-100000

https://www.amazon.com/MSI-7RE-623-Gaming-i7-7700HQ-Windows/dp/B01NAWJZ06/ref=sr_1_23?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1501447467&sr=1-23&keywords=gaming+laptop&refinements=p_72%3A1248879011%2Cp_36%3A100-100000

http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/productdetails/inspiron-15-7567-laptop?appliedRefinements=402,202

Out of all of these I would say that the Dells and the MSI are the best. Acers are ok, but I consider them only slightly better quality than a Lenovo. At this point it mostly comes down to which brand you would want and which laptop looks the nicest to you. Personally I don't like the "gamer" look that the Acers have (and most laptops with a discrete GPU in them), so I would lean towards one of the Dells because they look the least "gamer" to me.

u/edit1754 · 3 pointsr/lowendgaming

In addition, if you're looking to buy a laptop with a GTX 1050 or 1050 Ti card, I would advise against buying the Dell Inspiron 7000 Gaming (7567), unless you really like the color gray (or are planning to replace the display).

The laptop uses a very low quality TN panel, with poor contrast and viewing angles, that render a grayish gradient in place of solid black, and produce an overall 'washed out' look. A screen this poor shouldn't exist in laptops costing this much, IMO, and the good news is you don't have to settle for it.

u/exasperated_dreams · 3 pointsr/laptops

How does this look https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BMERZJ6/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_4, for the price seems like a good deal. The cheapest comparable lenovo (display ssd etc) costs 980 with a 3 cell battery. The cheapest dell xps is 900 with half of the ssd size. Its really up to you, but to me that seems like the best deal for a portable machine atm. Also good luck in school!

u/GillicuttyMcAnus · 3 pointsr/photography

As other posters have pointed out, if you want good colour you're going to want an IPS display. You will be disappointed with a TN or VA display.

Anyways, from reading some of your replies to other posts: you're looking for something under $800 for travelling. Most laptops come with IPS displays standard, and you could totally find one within your budget. If a laptop doesnt have an IPS panel its either a super cheap pile of shit or a very expensive gaming rig.

A lot of "budget" laptops have less than FHD displays, but $800 puts you well within the mid range/upper-mid range so for most of the ones in your budget you'll get a 1920x1080 display. That said, a smaller 1920x1080 display will probably look better than a larger one (pixel density) If you wanted to stretch your budget just a little bit you could probably get yourself into a QHD display which would offer higher resolution, but on a 13in screen you're probably not going to be able to tell that big of a difference.

Asus 17in 8gb ram i7 5500 - $789

HP 15.6in 8gb i7 6700 - $660

Asus 13in 8gb - $680 It has a gimp processor compared the other two, but it has a solid state drive and comes in more of a MacBook Air form factor. This may not be the best workhorse but it would be a lot more travel friendly.

Asus Zenbook 13in 8gb i5 6200 - $799 This combines the best of both worlds. It has an actual CPU in it, solid state drive, and comes in a sexy well-designed package. It is at the upper end of your budget.

edit- if I were in your shoes and had $800 to drop on a laptop for travelling, I would seriously consider the Zenbook. It looks pretty decent from a specs standpoint, it is reasonably priced, comes in a nice form factor, and it has a nice screen.

But, please PLEASE don't just take my word for it. There are TONS of resources on the web for buying a laptop this sort of thing- youtube, google, forums, reviews. Go to bestbuy and play around with them. Don't just take my advice for it.

u/CloningTwoSheep · 3 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

First, before anything Have you taken a look at the quick picks?

Things to note:

You have not really given much about what you're looking to use this laptop for. College laptop is a general term, it can range from running CAD to simple word and web browsing. I assume the Dell 15.6 touch screen is this model Please provide the exact model of the one you have considered as for the Dell Inspiron family has a lot of different models. Most 15.6 inch laptops will be around 4-6 pounds in weight. Touch screens will diminish the battery life of the device faster than one without. On a 15.6 inch laptop, it is preferred to have 1080p as anything less will look blurry.



Keep in mind a performance and battery life are opposites at <$500 price point. Better processing power will require more battery, thus decreasing the battery life.

Some suggestions:

This Asus F555LA-AB31 15.6 in comes with a i3-5010U(2.1ghz) proccessor, 4gb of ram, and a 500gb hard drive at $369.99 dollars. This battery life is around 4-5 hours. (Realistically 3-4 hours)

This HP W2M75UA#ABA 15.6 in offers a i5-6200u processor(2.3ghz), 8gb of ram and a 1tb hard drive/or 128gb ssd(same price) at $459.99 dollars This has a 7 hour 15min battery life. (Realistically 6 hours average).




u/MustBeOCD · 3 pointsr/Surface

I graduated HS a year ago (living in Silicon Valley). The computers that were being used were all these shitty pieces of shit that cost 250$ in 2012.

I can't think of any reason why any school would pay 1000 for a laptop vs 250 for a chromebook, especially given that these are going to be thrown around in schools.

u/awesomereece123 · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

That's more than enough.

Assuming you're American and you use USD this is what I'd recommend:

A chromebook laptop like this and an mITX PC like this:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | Intel Core i5-3470 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor | $199.99 @ Newegg
CPU Cooler | Zalman CNPS8000B CPU Cooler | $29.98 @ Outlet PC
Motherboard | Gigabyte GA-H77N-WIFI Mini ITX LGA1155 Motherboard | $99.98 @ SuperBiiz
Memory | Patriot Signature 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1333 Memory | $44.99 @ Newegg
Storage | OCZ Agility 3 60GB 2.5" Solid State Disk | $64.99 @ Newegg
Storage | Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $69.99 @ Newegg
Video Card | Sapphire Radeon HD 7950 3GB Video Card | $299.98 @ Outlet PC
Case | Fractal Design Node 304 Mini ITX Tower Case | $54.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply | SeaSonic 520W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply | $79.98 @ SuperBiiz
| | Total
| Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available. | $926.87
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-08-21 13:51 EDT-0400 |

u/DLDude · 3 pointsr/AskEngineers

PC laptops are not garbage.

Think of it this way... if you want a MBP with a dedicated graphic card (for CAD stuff), you're going to pay $1500+. Now look at PC's in that range! You can get outstanding PC's for $1500.

Personally I am a mechE who designs toys. I use Solidworks on my Asus UX303ub (http://www.amazon.com/ZenBook-UX303UB-13-3-Inch-Touchscreen-Discrete/dp/B014VHVZFQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452274269&sr=8-1&keywords=asus+zenbook+ux303) It is crazy good. Built solid. I would argue it's BETTER than a MBP. It will cost you $2500 for the same specs in a MBP 15". In fact, I've had Asus Zenbooks for the last 4 years and they have always served me well (The last one I had, the power jack broke, and I just decided to upgrade rather than a $100 fix).

Don't buy into the Apple bullshit. People compare apples to oranges and I think that doesn't do credit to the high-end PC lineup. The Dell XPS is also a really nice machine.

u/acting_actuary · 3 pointsr/laptops

Welcome! I could have gotten a bad unit, but it was enough of a bad experience for me to go back to a more reputable brand (in my experience). Also, the keyboard was a little loud to type on.

If you're curious this is what I ended up getting and I love it. I'd prefer a matte screen to prevent glare, but the touch screen does come in handy sometimes.

u/Star_Fists · 2 pointsr/casualiama

Note that you can't duel boot with Ubuntu since the computer runs off of a Exynos 5000 Series which is built for cellphones. There is a variant of Ubuntu that you can use:
http://chromeos-cr48.blogspot.com/2013/05/chrubuntu-one-script-to-rule-them-all_31.html

As for the CPU it's a Exynos 5000 Series 1.7 GHz and 2 Gigs of RAM.

The performance is what I would expect out of a computer like this. It's for browsing reddit/internet, creating documents, and listening to music. I went in knowing I couldn't play Skyrim and such.

If you are interested here is the link for the computer:
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-XE303C12-A01US-Chromebook-Wi-Fi-11-6-Inch/dp/B009LL9VDG

u/tornato7 · 2 pointsr/UCSD

I used one freshman year, loved it. Switched to a Windows laptop so I could have matlab and such. But if you don't need any fancy programs it's probably the best web-browsing device I've ever used and you won't worry too much about losing it

EDIT: I just realized I still have my chromebook if you want to buy it off me. It's this one but with a carbon fiber-covered body.

u/ilikesleep · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

welcome home

I like the Chromebook on your list It'd be pretty helpful and fights against the current trend of tablets. Sometimes you just need a keyboard to get things done :P

Get some Baking soda, it's pretty useful for a large variety of things.

u/fluttershy123 · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon
  1. You need this~

  2. This. Pores, wat r u doin.

  3. welcome home
u/iamacrazycatlady · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Definitely get the Chromebook!

Since I can't pick between my glorious comic selection, I will ask for this! I've been trying to get back into airsoft but I don't have any equipment anymore :( I'm sorry that it is slightly over $20. If I win, I promise I'll make it up to you! :D


Oh, and welcome home! :)

Thank you so much for the contest and I'm sorry about how your birthday went... :( Glad we could help you out a little though! Happy belated birthday, yo! :)

u/tdogg8 · 2 pointsr/AdviceAnimals

chromebooks are cheaper than ipads

u/MeghanAM · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I marked things with a [w] if they're on my WL!

  1. Something that is grey. China Glaze Polish Ecollection Recycle [w]

  2. Something reminiscent of rain. Hehe, a watering can [w]

  3. Something food related that is unusual. Miracle Noodles - they're these weird low-carb noodles [w]

  4. Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself. Tell me who it's for and why. (Yes, pets count!) LARPing Book for my friend Dennis. His is missing several pages, which is very frustrating to him. He's endlessly dear to me. [w]

  5. A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it! Other People's Love Letters - doesn't that just sound romantic? :D [w]

  6. An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related! Mickey Mouse Cookies!

  7. Something related to cats. I love cats! (keep this SFW, you know who you are...) SmartCat [w]

  8. Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it. Triple heart necklace <3 [w]

  9. A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why? Love Me If You Dare. Everyone should have more French film in their lives. It's a beautiful, artistic, funny, romantic movie. The main characters are hot.

  10. Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain. Cast Iron is heavy! [w]

  11. Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals. For exercise, way easier on my knees than the treadmill [w]

  12. One of those pesky Add-On items. Awesome fabric softener - and I really want it, too! [w]

  13. The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item. Why? A Roomba. I have pets. I need to vacuum more often. I'm lazy. Also he would be my robot butler friend. I'd name him Alfred or Jeeves or Pennyworth. My cats would be afraid of him. [w]

  14. Something bigger than a bread box. A mattress is quite a bit bigger! [w]

  15. Something smaller than a golf ball. Pearl earrings [w]

  16. Something that smells wonderful. Lilac and Lilies! [w]

  17. A (SFW) toy. Cat toy! [w]

  18. Something that would be helpful for going back to school. Chromebook! It's actually for when my husband starts college. [w]

  19. Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be. Filter for my new fishtank! [w]

  20. Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand. Electric bike so, my comment on this is: “Theoretically I would like to bike. Realistically I'd like to bike, except up hills. Oh, here we are!”. Right?! Also what they sell electric bikes on Amazon? Damn! [w]

    Bonus:

    Oregon Chai!
u/mouthie · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Fear cuts deeper than swords.

1 something grey

2 something reminiscent of rain Well it's a rainbow necklace and without rain you don't get a rainbow ;)

3 unusual food related item um yeah talk about yummy dreams hehe

4 something for someone else a psy gangnam guy mask for Liz. She swears she's going to marry that man lol

5 a book you should read One of my favorite memoirs of all time by Frank McCourt growing up dirt poor in Ireland. I would like to read a thousand times

6 item less than a dollar an mp3 from the 80s oh yeah!!

7 something about cats, nothing on my list, will edit soon

8 something beautiful but not useful this shirt is lovely but I have no clue where I'd ever wear it.

9 a movie Grease!! Everyone should see it because it's effing amazing!

10 for hurting zombies You could attack them with this amazing pizza cutter that looks like a saw!!

11 profound impact would be this awesome stream mop, cleaning is getting difficult for me sure to health issues and this would make life easier

12 add on item eyebrow shapers

13 most expensive I have no computer at the moment. I use a kindle. I need a computer to keep me business organized amongst other reasons.

14 bigger than a bread box, well a bread box could fit inside this laundry bag

15 This pretty ring is smaller than a golf ball

16 This peppermint oil smells wonderful

17 sfw toy would be this belching hamburger keychain

18 back to school zipper pouch to keep your lunch money in

19 my current obsession is kitchen or cooking gadgets hence this adorable ice cream cone hinged container

20 awe inspiring....umm sock monkey headphones...amiright??


Bonus item made in Oregon hand warmer clay mug

Bonus item

u/KristiiRexx · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I'M IN :D And I've already got ideas c: Gonna start on this c:

EDIT: I meant to edit this.. Not reply. ._.

  1. Something that is grey.
  2. Something reminiscent of rain. This is rain because when you drop a bunch of them, it has the soothing sound of gentle rain c: (Craft WL)
  3. Something food related that is unusual. How are pumpkin pudding flavored Kit Kats NOT unusual? (Food WL)
  4. Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself. Tell me who it's for and why. (Yes, pets count!) This would be for my dad!! I want to make him a cake for his birthday with this wonderful topper! He just loves golf. He goes about 3 times a week ._. (Baking Stuff WL)
  5. A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it! I haven't read this yet. But.. we should read it at the same time. 'Cause I love talking about books with everyone c: AND. It's about a clash between men and women. A guy who's from a time where women are obedient and a women who's from a time where they go unquestioned and praised. Aaaaaaaaaand... FIGHT! (Books WL)
  6. An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related!
  7. Something related to cats. I love cats! (keep this SFW, you know who you are...) Cateye glasses c: ORRRRRRR feathers because I've seen cats attacking birds or walking around with a feather in its mouth COUNTLESS times c: (Both from my Craft WL)
  8. Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it. Shoe laces that don't tie aren't useful.. But shoe laces that don't tie AND LIGHT UP are beautiful c: And I would love to have them so my appearance at night will be FABULOUS. (Cutes! WL)
  9. A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why?
  10. Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain. You can make fake brains! It'll only be good enough to distract them for a moment, but that moment could be what saves you!!! (Baking Stuff WL)
  11. Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals. This would allow me to easily carry a white board surface with me anywhere. I am a math tutor and an aspiring math professor, so being able to have a handy white board surface would be lovely. ORRRRRR this for a more playful goal. My friends and I seem to have the craziest conversations and strangest encounters while we're playing together. This would be a fun way to get our stuff recorded and FAMOUS. loljk. We just wanna share the insanity c: (white board from School Stuff WL and Elgato capture from Dreams WL)
  12. One of those pesky Add-On items. I just want mochi.. ;~; (Food WL)
  13. The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item. Why? This is my current dream item. I'm attending college. My laptop is a dinosaur and it weighs a ton. It works fine, so I'm not looking to get rid of it. But I need something that won't break my already breaking back when I bring it to school. I spend a lot of time on campus doing homework or just relaxing. This Chromebook has a great battery life and is a good price for what I need to get done. (Dreams WL)
  14. Something bigger than a bread box. I'm going to assume this is bigger than a bread box because of the amount of candy in it.. (Food WL)
  15. Something smaller than a golf ball. Sugar pearls are smaller than golf balls c: (Baking Stuff WL)
  16. Something that smells wonderful. It may be too strong by itself.. But add it into some yummies and it'll smell DELICIOUS. c: (Baking Stuff WL)
  17. A (SFW) toy. It's SFW as long as you aren't screaming, "FUCK" or bludgeoning a person to death with it out of frustration c: (Cubes WL)
  18. Something that would be helpful for going back to school. I'm a math major and the majority of my math is done on white boards I have mounted in my room. There is no such thing as too many expo markers for me lol (School Stuff WL)
  19. Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be. Chain maille jewelry! :D I've only started with it :c (Crafts WL)
  20. Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand. It's a 3D DINOSAUR COOKIE CUTTER. You can make dinosaur cookies!!! THAT STAND. YOU CAN MAKE STOP MOTION DINO WARS. I are excite. (Baking Stuff WL)

    I'll come back with the three I missed c:

    Edit#2: Adding raffle phrase! fear cuts deeper than swords

    Also adding one of the bonuses! Purdy paintbrushes are made in Oregon c: They've been made in Portland since 1925! c:
u/GetThatNoiseOuttaHer · 2 pointsr/washingtondc

Well the model that I had was one of the earliest Chromebooks available. A lot has changed since then and there are a lot of newer models with more advanced features. From what I do know about Chromebooks, I think they are best suited for people who don't mind using Google products exclusively. If you are OK with using Google Docs/Sheets/Slides for productivity, then you should be fine. Also, I wouldn't buy a Chromebook for gaming or video editing. If you are a programmer, a Chromebook could be useful, but only if you are using languages that can be compiled in the browser.

Here is a recent article that highlights the positives and negatives of Chromebooks. Best of luck.

u/Ikilledmypastaccout · 2 pointsr/Philippines

Look for this Acer laptop OP. It has GREAT specs for its price. Though most probably you'll have to spend about 35k if you get this in addition with Microsoft Office (unless you get LibreOffice). Go to TipidPC for better pricing.

u/thecolonelofk · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I'm just going to go ahead and link you to r/SuggestALaptop for a better equipped suggestion, but I can give it a shot. That budget might be a little rough.

Autocad is generally single threaded, with some actions requiring more, so you'll be fine with a laptop i5/i7 (dual core without, and with hyperthreading), and won't require a HQ SKU CPU (4 actual cores). RAM is going to be a big consideration, since it's fairly easy to fill up. Autodesk recommends 8, which should be alright, but up to 16 is going to be better. The GPU is definitely worth having, but it doesn't need to be incredible. Something like a GT940M or higher is absolutely fine.

Budget option - $510

13-inch option - $1099

Premium option - $1299

u/Nitsujii · 2 pointsr/GlobalOffensive

Just looking at the specs You'd probably be better off buying this laptop. It was an Amazon suggestion but i don't know uh,capable the battery is or how badly underclocked the parts are for laptops.

/r/suggestalaptop

u/TheForgeMaster · 2 pointsr/gaming

It'd be [this](Acer Aspire E5-573G 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Intel Core i5-5200U, 8 GB RAM, 1 TB Hard Drive, Windows 10 Home), Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012IBOCRU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_sczszb1Y7196N) one. I'm asking 250 for it.

u/Abdullah719 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

You can play League of Legends with a much lower budget. Something like this should be able to run it on high settings.

u/TheAndronium · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop
u/anachron6 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Probably go with the i5 one because it's smaller easier to carry much better gaming. You can get that setup on amazon though for much cheaper with a better screen: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B016PY3SLC or http://www.amazon.com/dp/B012IBOCRU

u/IKilledYourBabyToday · 2 pointsr/Advice

http://www.amazon.com/Acer-E5-573G-15-6-Inch-GeForce-Windows/dp/B012IBOCRU/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1453226414&sr=1-4&keywords=acer+aspire

Here you go. This is a really good deal for the price. It'll be able to play Sims 3 all maxed out, and even newer games on lower settings.

u/AdityaRav · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

The best tradeoff between less weight, battery life and size is of course Dell XPS 13(9350) . Can't recommend it enough:

https://www.amazon.com/XPS-13-9350-13-3-Inch-Performance-Processor/dp/B01D1YFQM8/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1468611403&sr=1-4&keywords=dell+xps+13

The other great alternative below 1000$ is the Asus Zenbook UX303UA

NOTE: Both the laptops weigh around 3 pounds. I'm guessing you don't want it to exceed this.
If you can stretch it, you might wanna take a loot at Asus K501UX

u/gummibear049 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

[ASUS ZenBook UX303UB 13.3-Inch QHD+ Touchscreen Laptop, Intel Core i7, 12 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, Discrete GPU Nvidia GT940M, Windows 10] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014VHVZFQ/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=) Review [here by Mobile Tech] (http://www.mobiletechreview.com/notebooks/Asus-ZenBook-UX303UB.htm)


[Razer Blade Stealth 12.5" 4K Touchscreen Ultrabook 6th Generation Intel Core i7, 8GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, Windows 10] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CA0JIZ0/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=) Review [here by Mobile Tech] (http://www.mobiletechreview.com/notebooks/Razer-Blade-Stealth.htm)

u/LtColCarter · 2 pointsr/gadgets

I'd recommend just getting an Ultrabook with a graphics card in and an i5 or something. But here are some for 2 in 1's.

Here are 2 options I found:

Higher-end: http://shop.lenovo.com/us/en/laptops/yoga/900-series/yoga-910/?action=testB

Cheaper: http://shop.lenovo.com/us/en/laptops/lenovo/flex-series/flex-3-15/?action=testB

Here's options for an Ultrabook that I'd get:

Best choice - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014VHVZFQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_J3nyybHTFCNQ4

Cheaper one, but still very good! - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014VHW24Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.1nyyb450832N

Hope these help you find a laptop for yourself (:

EDIT - I don't know what I'm talking about dedicated graphics cards in 2 in 1s.

u/HReflex · 2 pointsr/laptopmasterrace

This might be the laptop for your brother!

u/SpecialityToS · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

If you still want a laptop, I can't really recommend too much other than getting a 1060 or 1070 with it.

Amazon1

Amazon2

u/KPalm_The_Wise · 2 pointsr/graphicscard

^ this

These new macbooks are especially garbage, the 13 inch only has a dual core i5 and no dedicated gpu and costs a minimum $1,400 (sorry if this is off, I converted the canadian price)

You could get this
https://www.amazon.com/GL502VM-G-SYNC-Gaming-i7-6700HQ-7200RPM/dp/B01KB0WJ1G/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1478480461&sr=8-5&keywords=asus+1070+laptop

awesome laptop for the same price... absolutely ridiculous

u/BossRSA · 2 pointsr/buildmeapc

I completely agree with u/elint that you should go ask at r/SuggestALaptop for suggestions from people who know more about laptops than most of us PC builders. However, a good option may be this laptop (there's a 17.3" model if you Grandma prefers screen real estate over portability) that has a G-Sync 1080p screen, 16GB of RAM, an i7, and a GTX 1060, so she can expect to max out any game at 1080p 60fps. You could then add a 240GB SSD like this one, and install the OS and WOW on it.

Hope this helps, and feel free to ask any questions!

u/Yalwin_Khales · 2 pointsr/TwoBestFriendsPlay

I've been on a search for a better laptop to replace the one I have the last two days, and this was the best all-around one I found so far, and I'm wondering if anyone here had any serious problems/complaints about it that I should know before purchasing it.

Any help would be appreciated in this.

u/Solomon_Gunn · 2 pointsr/gamingsuggestions

I just picked up this one, it was on sale ASUS FX502VM 15.6" Gaming Laptop NVIDIA 1060 3GB, Intel Core i5-6300HQ 16GB DDR4 1TB HDD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXO0PO2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_JwL9kW6XSDrtg

u/icebox56 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I have spent the last several days extensively researching gaming laptops in the $800-$1200 range. These are the top two that I've found during that (thanks mostly to this subreddit):

MSI GP62

ASUS FX502VM

The two major differences are that the MSI has an i7 as opposed to the ASUS i5 processor, and the MSI also has a 256GB SSD in addition to the 1TB HDD.

u/noudaniel · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

https://www.amazon.com/FX502VM-Gaming-Laptop-NVIDIA-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01LXO0PO2

Spend 100 more and get this. i5-6300HQ and GTX 1060

At your price range, you would be stuck with GTX 960M which far far weaker.

u/Lorben · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

ASUS FX502VM

$999.99

i5-6300HQ

GTX 1060 3GB

16GB RAM

Edit: There's also this MSI Leopard Pro but it breaks your budget by $100. For that $100 your're getting an IPS screen, an i7-6700HQ instead of an i5 and a hybrid HDD instead of a standard mechanical. I think the hardware is worth the extra money, but again, it does break the budget.

u/Johnnyallstar · 2 pointsr/gaming

Unless you need real CPU horsepower for video/3d rendering, you can get by with an i5. If your major needs the aforementioned, you might want to bump up to an i7.

As for a gpu, I think a GTX 940 is the absolute bottom, while a 1050 or 1050ti is the real target, because they are very good for the price point. Make sure you have at least 8 GB of RAM. 4 isn't enough for modern gaming.

Also, most gaming laptops at this price point will be 15.6". If you want a 17.1" you will probably have to pony up a bit more, though you lose some portability. Up to you.

Also, some gaming rigs at that price point need to have an additional storage hard drive bought, else you'll be gimped to only 256GB of space. I'll give you a few examples of decent laptops, and note if it needs anything. You should look around, though. Examine options.

ASUS FX502VM Is a good laptop at the price point. Has a GREAT gpu for gaming, but no SSD, so it might boot up a few seconds slower than one with an SSD. It's big brother costs $100 more, has an SSD, and an i7 if you really want irresponsible power. Probably gets pretty hot under gaming load.

MSI GP62MVR248 Probably this price for clearing out, but has an i7, GTX 1060, and plenty of horsepower for anything you need.

Dell Inspiron 15 7000 A good option at a lower price point than the previous two I mentioned.

Lenovo y40-80 A little cheaper, and uses a radeon gpu instead of nvidia, but still a good gpu. I'm not the biggest radeon guy, but it's not bad.

u/twovectors · 2 pointsr/laptopgaming

The top spec you can get for c$1000 is a 1060

The 1050ti is not really much faster than your 970m, so not worth it.

Some suggestions:

Acer Helios -
Review

MSI GP62 - Review

Asus FX 502 - Review

However I note that the screens on these models tend to be disappointing. I would consider that if you only have $1000 to spend and your laptop is still working, I would keep it for a bit longer, it is not really that out of date and the upgrade from a 970m to 1060 is not that large, and you would have compromise on other things to get that anyway.

u/Lev_Astov · 2 pointsr/KillYourConsole

I'm sorry, but $500 is a pretty hard limit to deal with for any gaming laptop. Laptops in general tend to be way more expensive for the power you get due to things like miniaturization, thermal management, built in screen, charging systems, and battery regulation systems, etc. A touchscreen will easily add ~$100 as well.

If you must, however, something like this is probably your best bet and should play most games today nicely at at least low settings:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MSI-GE62-Apache-Pro-004-15-6-i7-6700HQ-2-60-GHz-16GB-1TB-256GB-GTX-960M-W10-/282275541250

You really don't want any graphics card worse than a 960M right now, but if you must, try something like this with a 950M:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834315423

Integrated graphics are getting better but are still terrible for gaming and can't hold a candle to a 360/PS3.

Something like this might be able to play games from 2014 at low settings:
https://smile.amazon.com/Newest-Acer-Aspire-WiFi-AC-Windows/dp/B01IOOBX3G/

FYI, this is an incredible tool for comparing laptop graphics cards and seeing which games can run on what graphics:

http://www.notebookcheck.net/Computer-Games-on-Laptop-Graphics-Cards.13849.0.html


If you could splurge, this is actually amazing for the price and I've seen it even lower before Thanksgiving week. It'll play anything today at high settings, pretty much.
https://smile.amazon.com/FX502VM-Gaming-Laptop-NVIDIA-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01LXO0PO2/

Actually it seems to have sold out over the weekend... Most laptops with a 1060 graphics card sell for $1200 or more.

u/joe139 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

As someone said, ONLY pick a laptop if you are moving. You can´t game on-the-go anyways cause these laptops are still heavy, get hot, and don´t have much battery. Desktop is always a better choice money-wise as well.

I, personally, have bought a laptop as well cause I need to move every 1-2 years+travel a lot. If it wasnt for that, I´d go desktop any day of the week.

With that being said, here are some choices that will prob last you a while and be a huge improvement. NVDIA´s new cards (the one with 10xx) perform close to desktop-level whereas the old ones (9xx) tend to perform much worse. My advice would be to spend the extra $200-300 bucks and get one with 1060. You´ll thank yourself later.

https://www.amazon.com/FX502VM-AH51-15-6-inch-Full-HD-Laptop-Windows/dp/B01LXO0PO2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1478724689&sr=8-5&keywords=gaming+laptop+1060

https://www.amazon.com/MSI-GE72VR-Apache-Pro-024-i7-6700HQ/dp/B01IS33JNK/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1478724689&sr=8-6&keywords=gaming+laptop+1060

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M6X2Z4K/ref=twister_B01MCTXBEC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

These seem allright. Last 2 have an SSD where you can put your operating system on, which makes it much faster (also loads games faster if you chose to save them there).

If you need to stick to 1000$, that´s allright. Look at these:

https://www.amazon.com/MSI-GE62-Apache-Pro-254-i5-6300HQ/dp/B01FG9XS4E/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1478725092&sr=1-1&keywords=gaming+laptop+970m

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-15-6-Inch-Quad-Core-i5-6300HQ-Processor/dp/B015PYYDMQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1478725238&sr=1-3&keywords=gaming+laptop+960m

I´ve just picked these ones quickly. They seem allright, but don´t take that as a guarantee and do your own research.
Generally, do not overpay. There are laptops out there on amazon with the old graphic cards for 2000+, while you should be able to get a high-end one for that kind of money.

Note: I probably wouldnt go with Dell, it´s the cheapest one, but it lacks RAM and the 960m is quite slow compared to the others. Just wanted to put it out there because of its price as a comparison

What kind of games do you want to play, OP? And at what settings? How much fps?

u/frank62609 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop
u/Thatonesillyfucker · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Made a post on suggestalaptop, but nobody replied. Hoping I can have some better luck here, what's the best gaming-capable laptop for <=$1800 CAD? Trying to help set my buddy up.

My original post with more details (I don't know if my spoiler is working, stuck on mobile with no method of viewing outside my app):

[Original Text](#s "

  • Total budget and country of purchase:
    <=$1800, Canada

  • Do you prefer a 2 in 1 form factor, good battery life or best specifications for the money? Pick or include any that apply.
    Best gaming-based specs for money but with good battery life for non-gaming tasks.

  • How important is weight and thinness to you?
    Not too relevant, at this price and performance bracket I imagine things don't get too heavy or thick anyways. The thin+light/notebook form-factor is pretty nice and there are some that seem to accommodate these specs.

  • Which OS do you require? Windows, Mac, Chrome OS, Linux.
    Windows 10 would be best.

  • Do you have a preferred screen size? If indifferent, put N/A.
    15.6" or 17.3" would be preferable to smaller screens.

  • Are you doing any CAD/video editing/photo editing/gaming? List which programs/games you desire to run.
    He's never owned a PC before, but based on what he wants to try and plays on his PS4 he'll be playing games like BF1 and probably the new Star Wars BF2 when it comes out, PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, Story and Puzzle games like Life Is Strange and Walking Dead, etc, and maaybe I can get him into some RTSs.

  • If you're gaming, do you have certain games you want to play? At what settings and FPS do you want?
    I want to aim for 60+ FPS 1080p at High-Ultra settings. G-Sync would be nice but not a must-have for sake of budget. The screen doesn't need to have a high refresh rate.

  • Any specific requirements such as good keyboard, reliable build quality, touch-screen, finger-print reader, optical drive or good input devices (keyboard/touchpad)?
    He's going to be using it for school eventually so the keyboard needs to be decent enough to type on a lot with no significant irregularities. Also a optical drive would be great since he loves to collect CDs, but we're willing to sacrifice this for improvement in other areas (like graphics and battery life) and can get an external optical drive.

  • Leave any finishing thoughts here that you may feel are necessary and beneficial to the discussion.
    I'd like him to get a pretty decent screen on it but those seem hard to find in this price range and which are actually available in Canada, so that's less of a priority I guess. Also, if the shipping of the laptop is going to take longer than a month to our location (central Alberta), then we can't consider it, since my buddy is going on a trip to Europe and needs it before then.

    These are some laptops on Amazon.ca I've already looked at a decent amount, ranked from most to least preferred based on specs and reviews:

    https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01N2WG5HN/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_img?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1Y7FJUK1FZLBK&coliid=I2AHIPWPBTYVZ2&psc=1

    https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01N3KQNZ3/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_img?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1Y7FJUK1FZLBK&coliid=IX7NNCQOHJ43M

    https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_img?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1Y7FJUK1FZLBK&coliid=IEO14XZ79TSOS

    https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01MS3CXW1/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_img?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1Y7FJUK1FZLBK&coliid=I3CQ9TZFNC2S06)

    I like the better power of the 1060 over the 1050Ti, but don't want to sacrifice on (7200RPM) HDD storage at the same time.

    Thank you very much for any help you can provide!

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u/techrico · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

you can also take a look at the asus rog laptops they are really good and right up there with the MSI's. Check out the ASUS ROG GL752VW-DH71, its the same price as the msi and specs as well the reason why it is that price is that your paying for the inchs, the msi and the asus rog linked above are both 17inchs you could get a 15inch for the asus for $30 less

u/mini_painter_mark · 2 pointsr/elderscrollsonline

The Intel HD 520 graphics will significantly hold you back. If you want to crank the graphics up you will need a dedicated graphics card instead of an integrated card.

I imagine it would run the game at low settings but not very well. Honestly I just looked up the Thinkpad T560 and for the price it costs you could buy an ASUS Republic of Gamers laptop for the same price, with a better processor, 2gb dedicated graphics card, and 16GB RAM. You would be able to run ESO on High settings above 30 FPS. I have a 3 year old Asus ROG laptop and play on High settings with shadows on medium and water reflections turned down and run 30-60 fps depending on the area. You just aren't going to get a good experience with an integrated graphics card, so for the price you would be paying why not get a gaming laptop with better specs?

Here is a link to the ASUS ROG Laptop

u/Platassassin · 2 pointsr/hoggit

I have this beauty. Arma 3 can give me some trouble, but DCS is just too much https://www.amazon.com/GL752VW-DH71-17-3-inch-GTX960M-Graphic-Windows/dp/B01578ZK9A

u/Sky_Hawk105 · 2 pointsr/windows

ASUS ROG GL752VW-DH71 17.3-inch Gaming Laptop (Intel i7 2.6GHz, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB HDD, GTX960M 2GB Graphic Card, Windows 10) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01578ZK9A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_IBX9wbH95K84Z

Minus the screen and SSD it comes real close

u/ProfessorStrangeman · 2 pointsr/ableton

If you're going Apple: http://store.apple.com/xc/product/FF840LL/A

Windows: ASUS ROG GL752VW-DH71 17.3-inch Gaming Laptop (Intel i7 2.6GHz, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB HDD, GTX960M 2GB Graphic Card, Windows 10) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01578ZK9A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_kPotybZ2TJKC9

u/techspectacle · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Gee, what timing! I just recently finished writing my Top 5 Best Budget Gaming Laptop under $1000 guide.

The #1 pick of the guide if you want a quick answer was the HP Pavilion 15 Gaming Notebook.

The reason the Pavilion took the number 1 spot was because it's the best all-rounder. It's got the Intel i7-6700HQ CPU which is the best even in the up to $1500 price range, the Nvidia GTX960M which is very respectable and can play recent games on high, if not ultra settings, 16GB of RAM, 15.6" Full HD IPS display and more importantly a 128GB SSD as well as a 1TB 7200RPM hard drive.

This is definitely the best laptop with impressive specs that also has an SSD and a good screen.

Now if screen size is a huge factor for you and you'd prefer 17.3" instead of 15.6" you're going to have to sacrifice a little bit given the price range.

For the 17.3" range i'd suggest the Asus ROG GL752VW-DH71. It has the same CPU/GPU/RAM as the Pavilion 15 with the notable omission of the SSD drive.

Ultimately the decision of SSD v bigger screen size is a choice for you to make. Although keep in mind that the DH71 does have an upgrade panel, so you can add an SSD down the track if you want faster boot speeds/game loading screen etc. where as you can't make the screen size bigger.

Hope this helped and i'm happy to answer anymore questions you may have!

u/houndazs · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Here is a good laptop at the end of that price range.

u/drumsynth59 · 2 pointsr/synthesizers

I would say something like a Asus UX305 would work well:
https://www.amazon.com/ZenBook-UX305UA-13-3-Inch-Generation-Titanium/dp/B01BMERZJ6/ref=sr_1_1/167-5742196-5543305?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1474650036&sr=1-1&keywords=ux305

I purchased this laptop for my girlfriend 4 months ago and have been impressed by it so far.

What screen size are you looking for in a laptop?

u/SentientMustache · 2 pointsr/Ubuntu

I recently purchased an ASUS Zenbook UX305CA (Full-HD version) and run Ubuntu MATE on it. Ubuntu runs well and the battery life is excellent (estimated 10 hours, but haven't clocked it). The trackpad didn't work during installation, but worked fine when I rebooted after installation. It's not a particularly powerful machine, but I don't require much power from my laptop. I browse the web, edit documents, watch videos, or ssh into remote machines.

It meets all of your listed requirement, but as I don't know your workflow I have no way of knowing if it's powerful enough for you. There's another version with an i5. It's more powerful, but isn't passively cooled and I don't know how much less battery life it has.

u/Flantastical · 2 pointsr/laptops

If you care about gaming, the Dell Inspirion 15 inch gaming laptop would be a good match. Downside is it's on the heavier side at 5.6 pounds.

If you want something lighter, easier to carry around, and with a more sleek look, the [Asus Zenbook 305UA](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BMERZJ6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01BMERZJ6&linkCode=as2&tag=recom01-20&linkId=2484f37461127ac065efeb24a1af4468
) would be perfect. It has a smaller screen at only 13.3 inches, but it's a great all-around college laptop with a very long battery life, good trackpad, fair keyboard, and a good screen, all wrapped up in a laptop with good build quality.

You would still be able to play light and moderate games on the Zenbook 305UA, but expect to keep graphics on low. It could handle things like CSGO or League of Legends just fine, but don't expect heavy games like GTA V. I would greatly recommend the Zenbook.

u/wowdavers · 2 pointsr/laptops

This is stupid. Any half respected engineering program will have school computer lab facilities to use and remote into when in person access isn't possible. This is speaking from experience. Ask about that before you buy a machine.

Being said, I have no idea why they suggested the recommendations they did - they're pretty standard specs for laptops now, but you they look stupid af considering they aren't tailored to running simulations or CAD programs well. Anything else, like writing lab reports or papers can be done on something weak af, like a tablet.


Definitely contact the people at your school. If they're set on a laptop that meets requirements, consider an ultrabook like the Asus Zenbook UX305UA, or something like the Dell Inspiron i7559, which packs a punch for a fairly low price point.

u/TacticalBastard · 2 pointsr/laptops

I wouldnt get a Macbook Air. They're horribly underpowered, throttle a ton, screen is crap, and not worth the money.


This is a much better alterative.

u/Tallinar · 2 pointsr/laptops

Dell XPS 13 is a great choice, as others have noted. If you want to keep budget lower, you might also look at the Asus Zenbooks, namely the following models:

UX305UA - Core i5-6200U, no touchscreen though. Should handle Overwatch on low settings OK. On Amazon right now for $750 if you like the color (I can't find the other colors anywhere).

https://www.amazon.com/Asus-UX305UA-AS51-13-3-Inch-Generation-Titanium/dp/B01BMERZJ6

UX305CA - Core m3 6Y30 processor. QHD model has touchscreen. Core m processor allows it to be fanless. Should be great for school and work purposes. By accounts I have read, it will play Overwatch on low settings, but with poor framerates (mid-teens) when screen gets very busy. Arguably playable. Would handle older titles like Starcraft 2, LoL on low settings. QHD/touch model on Amazon right now for $700.

https://www.amazon.com/UX305-13-Inch-Laptop-PREVIOUS-MODEL/dp/B014VHWFKA

UX360CA - Also Core m3 6Y30 processor like the model above, with touchscreen, FHD, and flip hinges. This is a new model that was just released. 512 GB SSD model on Amazon right now for $799. Microsoft Store has 256 GB model for $749.

https://www.amazon.com/ZenBook-UX360CA-13-3-inch-Touchscreen-Windows/dp/B01GHQOD8U/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1468029537&sr=1-1&keywords=ux360ca

https://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/pdp/ASUS-ZenBook-Flip-UX360CA-UBM1T-Signature-Edition-2-in-1-PC/productID.3389258300

Main caveat is that none of these have backlit keyboards, and are slightly larger than Dell XPS 13. They are much better-priced though, IMO.

Good luck!

u/DrewR32 · 2 pointsr/photography

Holla!

I am looking for a gift for my girlfriend. She is just starting out and her biggest bottle neck is a crappy laptop. She has a canon rebel t5 I think so that should be plenty. Her complaint lately is how her edited images colors are way off when she looks on her phone or a print when using her laptop. With this, I see there is monitor color calibrators so I was looking at this: X-Rite CMUNDIS

She is planning on getting a new laptop with her own money and I think the calibrator would be useful for any screen. I also thought about getting a external monitor. Once again she is not professional so I thought something IPS maybe ultrawide? LG UM57 25UM57

And also for a laptop she was asking what she should get so I looked for something portable/sleek, 1080p, ssd, and i5 + and came up with Zenbook-UX305UA

Basically are these good options for someone starting out doing as a side job?

Thanks!

u/shopineer · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

What about the ASUS Zenbook UX305UA?

6th Generation Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Windows 10

http://www.amazon.com/Zenbook-UX305UA-13-3-Inch-Generation-Titanium/dp/B01BMERZJ6

There is also the Dell XPS 13:

http://www.dell.com/sg/p/xps-13-9350-laptop/pd

These should be able to handle LOL but not sure about CSGO, you can check performance here if you are happy with that:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVnAZ3e5RAs

If insufficient, you would need another laptop with a dedicated GPU.

u/DolitehGreat · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Not OP but also highly interested in a laptop like this as well. Personally, I'm looking for a smaller screen (around 13in, 1080p), Type-C a bonus, no 2-1//folding. I've seen this on Amazon, but I would like a back-lit keyboard.

I've also found this just now so I think I managed to answer my own question. Ha. If only it were black.

u/akitten007 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I'm in a similar situation (same major) and I've found a few good suggestions.

  1. Asus Q534UX-BBI7T16 It's a BB exclusive convertible, 16GB Ram, i7-6500u, TB3 port, Nvidia 950M, 5lbs. On sale for 1300 this week
  2. Asus UX501VW I currently have this laptop. Quad core i7, 960m, TB3 port, 96wHr battery (big), weighs about 4.5 but doesn't feel that heavy. I can answer any questions about this one if needed.
  3. Dell XPS 15 Very portable, checks all the boxes. This model has a non touch 1080p which helps on battery life. Ram can be upgraded (based on a quick google search) Also sometimes you can find refurbished models on ebay for less.
u/jdsamford · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Thanks! I've actually had my eye on this one. Thoughts?

u/Haeges · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

No! You don't need a gaming laptop as LonerlM2 said! Photo and Video editing use more CPU than GPU. I would recommend getting a laptop with a modern CPU and an extremely good screen quality. Color gamut coverage, screen brightness and reproduction accuracy are imporant factors you should be aware of.

I recommend 2 options:

The ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501VW (1480$):

  • 15.6" Touch IPS 4K Ultra­-HD display, 3840 x 2160 resolution
  • Powerful Intel Skylake Core i7­-6700HQ 2.6 GHz Quad­core CPU (turbo to 3.5GHz).
  • Nvidia GTX960M GPU
  • 512GB SSD with transfer speeds of 1400MB/s and 16GB DDR4 RAM
  • 1x Thunderbolt III (via USB Type­C), 1x Gen 2 USB 3.1 Type­C, 3x USB 3.0, 1x HDMI.Bluetooth 4.0, SDXC reader.
  • 8hrs of battery life.
  • Brightness 289 nits (Strong), Color Gamut (sRGB) 111% (Very Strong), Color Accuracy: 4.37 (Below Average)

    Detailed review

    Or the Microsoft Surface Book (1500$)

  • 13.5" Touch QHD, 3000 x 2000 resolution
  • Intel Skylake Core i5-6300U 2.4 GHz
  • 128GB SSD and 8GB DDR4 RAM
  • 12hrs of battery life.
  • Brightness 387 nits (Extremely good), Color Gamut (sRGB) 99% (Very Strong), Color Accuracy: 0.57 (Extremely good)

    Detailed review


    N.B Took me an hour to search all these informations. Please read carefully what I've written. :)
u/Bossssss123456 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

The surface book seems to be a great option. But is very expensive, not sure you'll be willing to spend that much. Apart from that, this seems to be your best bet. There are rumors going around that this laptop might be upgraded with a 1060 (it seems to be the thinnest 1060 laptop), and i fully expect them to refresh this laptop in computex which is in june (as they usually do)

u/fw85 · 2 pointsr/Rainbow6

> You did read it because you talked about part of what I said in the middle of the text. You're taking the childish approach of saying you didn't read it because you can't properly respond, which I guess is what I would expect from you at this point.

No I did not read your wall of text thoroughly to be able to come up with a response. I just quickly looked at it to see if I see specs listed somewhere and if not, I couldn't be bothered.

> I get the complain that it is pricey, but you are going above and beyond to display your hate, when I don't think it deserves that. All the specs are better than those of comparable laptops except for the GPU, and even that is closing in. In some respects it's even better. You get a GPU that will run most games on med settings without the harm of that power consumption. It's great if you're not a gamer, and even if you are, it is serviceable. Not for everyone, but you clearly have some poor personal experience with it.

Alright, I just found the model you have, if you have the one with the i7 6920HQ. You're right, its specs are very good, can't argue with that. Then I scrolled down a bit. Price. $2700-$3000.

Are you mad? Those specs are good but they're nowhere near worth that much. That's an absolutely insane price to pay for a laptop and cannot possibly be justified if you're not just an apple fanboy. It's not just about being able to afford it, it's about making a poor consumer choice and wasting money.

The specs itself could not be any better, because a GPU any more powerful than a 960M would require a better cooling system, therefore sacrificing thinness, but these specs are not worth almost $3k.

If we purely focus on very slim ultrabooks that pack a punch, your MBP's main competitor is the ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501VW.

The 6920HQ is about 10% better than the 6700HQ, so nothing groundbreaking. This has a 4k touchscreen, a full aluminium body, and a 512 GB PCIe SSD on top of that. All for $1500. And it can be nicely taken apart for upgrades/dust cleaning/repairs.

Like I said before, you get all that for half the price of the MBP. Just because someone at Apple always multiplies their standard retail price by 2 before they distribute their products. And then they make their fanboys pay for it. And they will, which is why Apple has lived so long with their ridiculous prices.

The products themselves aren't necessarily bad. They're often bad for their price.

u/moar_distractions · 2 pointsr/WNYClassifieds

It's 1300 new:

https://smile.amazon.com/UX501VW-US71-15-6-Inch-Touchscreen-i7-6700HQ-Thunderbolt/dp/B01CQRNBJG?sa-no-redirect=1

You need to seriously re-evaluate your price for a used computer.

u/MaxwellMrdr · 2 pointsr/audioengineering

Looking for a new laptop for mixing and for recording live audio from our StudioLive mixer, which uses a FireWire connection. After searching around /r/SuggestALaptop for a bit, it seems like the ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501VW is the best bang for the buck for this purpose. Just wondering if any of you have experience with this model or if there are any alternatives you'd like to throw out there.

u/cadtek · 2 pointsr/computers

I'm assuming you're a Windows guy, and not a MacOS person?

Also, yes, Apple usually is overpriced.

Edit: You could get something like this https://amzn.com/B01CQRNBJG, since you want a laptop, I assume you'd be carrying it around with you. If not, then you're better off getting a desktop.

u/pissedoffsun · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

Looking to see if anyone has any deals up for this model, but this is a solid choice if you're going the Chromebook route:
https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA

u/xnmw · 2 pointsr/chromeos

I would get one of these probably with that budget http://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA
Or the Dell outlet/ eBay for a refurb Dell 13".

u/Ecti · 2 pointsr/chromeos

Bought my CB2 back in 2014, and still using it (for now). So far, some screws and two rubber feet have fallen out, and I have two pink spots on my screen. I've replaced the screws, and the pink spots are only visible against a dark background.

I wouldn't buy one right now, I'd go with the Acer Chromebook 14

u/DrunkBotanist · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Nah, skip that one. A lot of bad reviews. Unless you find a good deal on one used, you're not going to get a good regular laptop at that price. You'll end up just as frustrated as you are with your current laptop. You're much, much better off going with a Chromebook if you don't want to spend more than $300.

At that price point, this is a much better option. It only has a 16 GB hard drive, but it's an SSD (solid state drive), which is much faster. You'll also have access to plentiful cloud storage with Chromebook, more than enough to host anything you'd need for school. This Acer is also a good option, and has more internal storage.

u/BangleWaffle · 2 pointsr/hardware

Eh? What's wrong with the Acer Chromebook 14?

1080p IPS screen, aluminum chassis, Intel CPU, and just $267. You really don't need more than 4GB of ram for just Chrome OS.

u/TRDJr · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

As someone who previously tried to have it all with a gaming laptop I can tell you that the compromises you make having to try to have it all is no good.

Don't give up on us just yet. Get a Chromebook and an RX480. Youll be glad you did.

Check out this Chromebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CVOLVPA/ref=psdc_13896615011_t1_B01GO2OZGM

and

This RX 480:
https://www.amazon.com/XFX-RX-480P4JFC6-Graphic-Card/dp/B01M1YE9TD/ref=sr_1_7?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1478585889&sr=1-7&keywords=RX+480

u/Laudunix · 2 pointsr/chromeos

I have the Acer Chromebook, and I absolutely love it. Here are some pros and cons:

PROS:

  • 12 hour battery life

  • 1920x1080 Screen

  • 32gb storage

  • x86 processor so you can use apps in Ubuntu (Crouton)

  • Android apps are coming soon, already in the stable channel, just needs to be signed off by all parties for release.

  • GREAT SPEAKERS.

  • Decent touchpad.

  • 12 tabs open, no lag.

  • 100% Aluminum chassis. (Super Sturdy)

  • No fans, so no noise.

    CONS:

  • USB ports, and HDMI port are really close together so it's a hassle if you're trying to use all 3 ports.

  • 32GB SSD is not replaceable, so you're stuck with it. (You can buy a flash drive for more storage. USB 3.0 recommended.)

  • Dumb stickers under the keyboard that irritate your wrists, so you have to remove them.

  • No SD card slot. (Ridiculous.)


    It's an amazing laptop if you know the limitations of ChromeOS, and are willing to learn how to use Crouton. This Chromebook can handle emulators up until PS1, that's when it begins to lag slightly.

    P.S. Don't buy from that website, you can find both of those cheaper on Amazon

    https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1482618570&sr=1-1&keywords=acer+chromebook+14

    Edited to make this easier on the eyes
u/Nick_Flamel · 2 pointsr/technology

Boom: https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA

$300 bucks. Now, point to a metric of usability for a college student that warrants the other thousand dollars.

On the topic of build quality: I have a plastic chromebook made in 2013, and the build quality is still top notch. I've kept this thing in just about every environment, and it's excelled in all of them, the only wear being on the top with some minor scratches, and some of the stickers I put on it are worn.

I hate it when people try to say that chromebooks are disposable, because they aren't. They're tough laptops, meant to withstand the rigors of an educational setting. Students, especially young ones, don't treat technology well, and chromebooks take this in stride. Plus, they don't look half bad, even the plastic ones. Far better than most Windows machines. Replaceable? Sure, but not disposable.

I did ditch my windows laptop for my chromebook, and I've never looked back. I only keep my desktop around for gaming, and will usually do everything else on my chromebook.

u/Spectator09 · 2 pointsr/chromeos

Amazon is way cheaper. Same laptop is $288 vs $460 on newegg.

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Chromebook-Aluminum-Quad-Core-CB3-431-C5FM/dp/B01CVOLVPA

u/ericayanderson · 2 pointsr/chromeos

I would definitely recommend:

Acer Chromebook 14, Aluminum, Full HD

Personally own it, very nice laptop...

u/theoruss · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I think your best option is a chromebook and installing linux on it if you dont want to carry around one of those ugly refurb thinkpads people like recommending.

Acer Chromebook 14, Aluminum, 14-inch Full HD, Intel Celeron Quad-Core N3160, 4GB LPDDR3, 32GB,

This thing is rated in the top 5 chromebooks to install/run linux on, tested, literally has the same design as the Macbook Air (hilarious) and will have anywhere from 8-10 hours of battery life on a single charge.

Installing Linux on these things is pretty easy too.

If you want to stick under your budget and want something smaller the Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13-K02US 4 GB RAM 16GB SSD 11.6" Laptop is a good alternative at only $179 (also has been tested to run Linux)

u/malvinvnv · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

So, I'm guessing you want a one-for-all machine for college?

If you want to maximize build quality: XPS 15. The 7300HQ ones will be a good option. It's got long battery life, and a decent GPU to boot. Too bad it's running an SSHD combo. An SSD based system would be much faster

If you want the best performance at the smallest amount of money, your suggestion was already nice, but if possible, I'd recommend stepping down from that NVMe drive and going instead with a bigger SSD if you can. If the customizer doesn't allow for more, this combo is a very solid option for the price already though

If you want to maximize performance, then the Sager would be the best option imo as it's customizable and very easily upgradeable. If you're a bit of a storage freak, this thing can contain 2 M.2 2280 SSDs, with 1 slot capable for NVMe drive, and 2 more HDD/SSD slots in the 2.5" form. Other than that, there's the GL502 from Asus, same performance basically but slimmer since it accomodates only 1 SSD (M.2) and 1 HDD/SSD

If you want the cheapest possible option: HP Pavilion Power 15 At $700 this isn't gonna be wrong. It's cheap, cheaper than the lowest end Dell 7567, but it comes at a price. Build quality won't be as solid as the Dells, but it will have all the features it has. Tbh, I won't go HP unless I am really strapped for cash, or if I'm willing to go big and get the Envy, Spectre, or Omen series.


Alright, budgets aside, the fastest machine would be the Asus and Sager (Tied in first place), Dell Inspiron 7567, and lastly there's the XPS 15 and the HP (both tied in 3rd place).

But it's not so simple. See, considering your workload, you're already fine with a 1050 since you don't exactly run AAA titles anyway. The GPU should have some breathing room for those games but not by a big margin. But there's another thing, you're doing Photoshop, and also you're probably be bringing this to classes as well, so you need some strong battery life.

The XPS fits the bill. Not only it has an accurate, good looking screen, it also boasts a strong battery life. The lower end model would probably still last you 6 hours while the rest of the pack probably will only last for 3 hours and 4 hours tops. Then there's also the size, even though they're all 15 inchers, the XPS is actually slimmer since the screen is nigh-bezelless. If you're still dreaming of the AAA titles, there's a TB3 port for all your eGPU needs (Wait for Akitio or PowerColor to release their take on eGPU enclosures though. Razer's solution is too expensive). If you've saved enough, the XPS actually makes up for a very futureproof system. If you can squeeze $100 more from the budget, I'd recommend aiming for the i7 equipped version since it's gonna last you longer and since you're doing productive work as well, the hyperthreading might see some utilization.

The second recommendation would fall to the Sager. It boasts a more accurate screen than the Asus. Performance-wise it's more powerful than the XPS due to the stronger 1060 GPU inside. This will be apparent in games and in video rendering in Premiere, but not much else otherwise. Build quality on this is pretty solid, but it really lacks battery life. I'm using the stronger brother of the laptop (One with 1070) and I can only get 3 hours at max with the iGPU running. Babying it will give me 4 hours but it stays on standby pretty much half the time. Unless you're going to use the battery as some sort of UPS, the performance of this thing won't shine. It's a bit like a hungry V8 Mustang Cobra. It's fast, yes. But it also guzzles fuel like there's no tomorrow. The XPS on the other hand, is like a nimble BMW M4. It's stylish, probably not as fast but it's certainly much more frugal than the brash American.

u/Kirby5588 · 2 pointsr/SSBPM

Would not recommend laptops. Building a desktop is cheaper but if you really want a laptop that plays PM look into an i5.

This is the cheapest one I could find and I know for a fact it can play PM at fullspeed because I have the same i5 in my laptop.

EDIT: One thing to note when getting a laptop like this is that it comes with a 5400rpm HDD, which will be slower than desktop HDDs youre used too. Best bet is to replace it with a 7200rpm HDD or just get a SDD. (I'd go with SDD because you'll notice a huge increase in speed)

u/Lipty · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

https://www.amazon.com/HP-Notebook-15-ay011nr-15-6-Inch-Processor/dp/B01CGGOZOM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1469256327&sr=8-2&keywords=core+15+laptop

That would sort of OK. I played l4d2 and CS:GO on my old Intel HD 4000 laptop and they ran fine at around 40-50 FPS at 1366x768. Skylake integrated graphics should preform similarly or slightly better.

u/paperkeyboard · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Any new laptop can play Minecraft, even cheap low end ones. If money is an issue, something like this could easily play minecraft: Amazon Link. If they want to go with something better: Amazon Link 2 or Amazon Link 3. However, neither of these are gaming laptops. If all he's playing is minecraft, by the time he moves on to more graphically intense games, his laptop (gaming or otherwise) will probably be outdated anyways. But here is a good entry level gaming laptop: Amazon Link 4

u/netflix7chill · 2 pointsr/finance

I am using a older version of this and it has been running great. I really like using the number pad on it.

Check here if your university offers Home use program . You can get MS office for 10$.

If you want a real cheap laptop then i have seen people use this but the processor is a bit old.

Even cheaper, You can pretty much pick up any sub $250 PC and wont find much difference for Excel use.

u/poetryrocksalot · 2 pointsr/laptops

That's a good deal considering it's an i7. Here was my recommendation for a another thread at the 500 price range.

http://www.amazon.com/HP-15-ay011nr-Full-HD-Generation-Windows/dp/B01CGGOZOM/?tag=tdrvr-20

i5, 8gb rams, win 10, 1920x1080 resolution compared to the 1366x768 on yours. I suspect games run well because you are running on low resolution. I do like the i7 though.

OP's laptop is a good choice 256 gb ssd is good for work. But gpu needs to set lower screen resolution under 1080p to play the division. It also has a backlit keyboard which neither the PCs we recommend have.

u/TFresh2016 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Less than 500 dollars, powerful processor, webcam, 7 hour battery life, less than 5 pounds, CD drive, and a large hard drive. Seems like a solid candidate.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CGGOZOM/ref=twister_B01DVD486E?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

u/haloelites7 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

here are the highest system specs listed for both games

Processor: 1.8 GHz Quad Core CPU
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: 512 MB ATI 4800 series or better, 512 MB nVidia 9800 series or better

Now these are recommended and not required. I know that an integrated graphics card can run Civ 5 (which is the more intensive game), as I have friends that play Civ 5 on just a regular laptop.

Overall you may not even need a good gaming laptop for those games, especially if you run Civ 5 using Direct X 9 instead of 10 or 11.

TL;DR: Something similar to this (though by all means do your own research with the required specs of the game) should work. https://www.amazon.com/HP-Notebook-15-ay011nr-15-6-Inch-Processor/dp/B01CGGOZOM/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1473553696&sr=1-2&keywords=laptop&refinements=p_n_feature_five_browse-bin%3A7817223011%2Cp_n_feature_four_browse-bin%3A2289793011

Good luck ascending

u/mynthe · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Sam, Sam, how does this one compare to the Dell that I showed you earlier?

u/Swazzleman · 2 pointsr/Twitch

Okay so after some research, that laptop seems to have some problems... Everywhere i've looked it has 2-3 stars. Here are some good laptops for the price, and to be completely honest, the clock speed of the CPU does not matter much for what you're going to be doing with it.

Acer Aspire E 15 E5-575G-57D4


Display: 1920x1080


CPU: 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5


RAM: 8 GB


GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 940MX 2GB



HP 17.3" HD Premium High Performance Laptop


Display: 1600x900


CPU: 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7


RAM: 8 GB DDR4 SDRAM 1600MHz


GPU: Intel Integrated Graphics



HP Notebook 15-ay011nr 15.6-Inch Laptop


Display: 1920x1080


CPU: 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5


RAM: 8 GB DDR3L SDRAM


GPU: Intel Integrated Graphics



I would choose between these 3. The integrated graphics doesn't really matter if you aren't going to be encoding with the GPU so don't let that put you down. I would personally go with the first choice just because it's a well rounded laptop. 2.5GHz with a 940MX. But it's entirely your choice! :) Hope this helps!

u/Jackoosh · 2 pointsr/me_irl

It's true you can't find one twice as powerful at that pricepoint, but you could still find an equivalent laptop for around $400. This one has a better CPU, the same amount of RAM (though it's DDR3L, and while Apple doesn't actually specify on their website what kind of RAM they have I'm assuming they're on DDR4 at this point. Either way RAM speed isn't that important for the kind of work you're doing on a laptop), the same Intel HD Graphics and a tradeoff in terms of storage (1TB HDD vs 512GB SSD) over the lowest end (and cheapest) Macbook Air. And you get 3 USB ports (one of which is 3.0) as well as a DVD drive, neither of which are even offered on Macs.

That was after about 2 minutes of searching too; imagine how much better you can do with the same amount of money you'd spend on a macbook and more time.

u/anana-c · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

What would be the difference btwn the one u suggested and this one? https://www.amazon.com/HP-Notebook-15-ay011nr-15-6-Inch-Processor/dp/B01CGGOZOM/ref=zg_bs_565108_8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=8XQXBCMVCVJEJAE8VRAK
Would I be getting more with the 6cents diff?

u/NoseFaceButt · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

This baby

My take on HP: I personally like Dell, Asus and MSI because I'm a budget laptop gamer (3 things that don't go well together). The reason I don't like them is because they make gaming laptops with horrible architecture. They'll place the GPU and CPU an inch apart which can lead to temperatures of upto 70° C while gaming and can reduce the life of your laptop.

The thing is that if it's not a gaming laptop they're pretty much the best company out there, their laptops are thin, light, feel very premium and look amazing with good performance. Since you'll be going to conferences and meeting I recomend this sexy beast.

It has a 13" matte screen, this means reduced glare in brightly lit environments.

It has a fast processor, 2 GHz, and is fanless so it's completely silent.

8 gigs of RAM should help with your Photoshop and will overall allow it to handle many processes at once without lag.

A 256 GB upgrade SSD means it's as thin as paper and just as light, plus it'll boot up in a millisecond and will launch applications like a 16 year old with premature ejaculation having sex for the first time.

The other recommendation is this.

It's more powerful with a Terabyte HDD and an a Skylake Intel i5 processor but it's also heavier and isn't fully silent like the zenbook.

It's beautiful but not as hot, it still looks very good though.

It's not as thin.

It's screen is larger.

It also has 8 GB of RAM.

SUM UP

The first one is lighter, cooler, silent and better looking.

The second one is more powerful and can store 3½ times more.

The first one boots up faster.

The second one has a larger screen.

Pick your poison. (Am I using the idiom correctly? Pls tell 😞)

Edit: Note that they are both very light, though the zenbook (the first one) is as light if not lighter than a Mac air.

Edit: Note that they're both quite powerful, considering they're HP and their weight, price etc. and you won't actually feel a power difference when using then so the main variables you need to choose between are:

  • Weight
  • Looks
  • Storage
  • Screen size
u/1new_username · 2 pointsr/smallbusiness

You can get new laptops that will fully meet your needs for under $500 each

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CGGOZOM/

If you can't afford that, these refurbished aren't bad at $250

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MD1S7SX

Get office 365 so it will only be $10 per user per month, which will be a lot lower upfront cost.

Instead of leasing, get a credit card with either a low/zero interest intro purchase rate or low/zero interest balance transfer rate for a year and put the $2500-$5000 on that. If you can't pay that off in a year, your business likely has bigger issues. Even at normal credit card rates, if you you could pay it off in a month or two, you would come out way ahead vs any leasing arrangement you can find.

u/Elruflon22 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

The Acer Aspire VX 15 is a pretty good performing laptop with the GTX 1050Ti and i7-7700HQ and the feature you'll probably want, since you do editing, is the IPS display and it has it.

u/RangerTech · 2 pointsr/laptops

With this budget, you have to understand that you will have to make sacrifices to get an all round good laptop with decent battery life and weight since you are going to be video editing you will need an i7 and a dedicated gpu

Acer vx 15 i7-7700HQ/GTX 1050ti/16GB RAM/256GB SSD and you can contact Acer and they will send the HDD bracket so you can add your own

Dell Inspiron 7567 i7-7700HQ/GTX 1050ti/16GB RAM/128GB SSD/1TB HDD

Lenovo Y520 i7-7700HQ/GTX 1050ti/16GB RAM/128GB SSD/1TB HDD

The Dell has the best battery but its the most expensive in these 3, the screens aren't the best on the market as they are around the $1000 price range.

u/12k4567 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

If your budget is around $1000 than you should get this one by acer https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-Gaming-GeForce-VX5-591G-75RM/dp/B01N12YZ7B/
i7-7700hq
16gb ddr4 ram
256gb ssd
windows 10 os
15.6 inch full hd display
4gb nvidia geforce gtx 1050ti GPU
that's the best you can get under this budget and about your question yes i5-7300HQ can easily handle video editing

u/BellidoDeBrunaNicola · 2 pointsr/laptopgaming

Acer aspire VX 15
I have it since July and it's a beast, can run anything you throw at it and its an amazing workstation, helped me a lot with college video editing and science papers.
Here's a link if you want to buy it:https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-Gaming-GeForce-VX5-591G-75RM/dp/B01N12YZ7B
I recommend buying the laptop + game drive bundle because it's totally worth it.

u/Darthuma · 2 pointsr/computer_help

http://www3.lenovo.com/us/en/laptops/ideapad/lenovo-legion-y-series-laptops/Lenovo-Y520-15IKBN/p/80WK001LUS?cid=us:cse:qza7ob&utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=Banner&utm_campaign=CSE__Connexity

Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i7 CPU, GeForce GTX 1060 6GB, VR Ready, 15.6" Full HD, 16GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, Red Backlit KB, Metal Chassis, G3-571-77QK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y4GZS9C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2lCUzbX9CKB0Y


Acer Aspire VX 15 Gaming Laptop, 7th Gen Intel Core i7, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti, 15.6 Full HD, 16GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, VX5-591G-75RM https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_KnCUzb9E0VVW9


I would suggest not going lower than 1050ti as a graphics card. This last link is a good sight for bare bones build that you can customize. Or at least it was. I've personally have been keeping an eye on the Acer predator Helios

u/Used_Taco · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

Definitely not a bad deal. But this seems comparable.

u/sniper344 · 2 pointsr/Laptop

yes can upgraded you could also take a look at the Acer Aspire VX 15 Gaming Laptop it has 16gb of ram.

u/Kirbymario12 · 2 pointsr/computers

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N12YZ7B/?tag=lapninj-20 this is a really good gaming laptop for you :)

u/demencia89 · 2 pointsr/linux_gaming

It's that one but the top model, which is $100 more and has the i7 7700. Not sure about price since I got mine from amazon. Also the screen on the one I got is IPS.
Here's the link. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N12YZ7B/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/kphope352 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N12YZ7B/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

This is what I was going to get. Just need a bit more time for budget reasons.

SSD will improve speed, but leave you a little limited on space. However, in my case the i7 and 16gb ram, which almost seems like over kill, more then makes up for that. I would just get a game drive or something to hold more games.

u/domacs · 2 pointsr/LinuxActionShow

Maybe i am wrong, but isn't this the old one?
this here is the new one i think?

https://www.amazon.com/C302CA-DHM4-12-5-Inch-Touchscreen-Chromebook-storage/dp/B01N5G5PG2/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1484817242&sr=1-1&keywords=ASUS+Chromebook+Flip+C302

I would love to try linux on this one and replace my old c720p secodary laptop, but most chromebooks are sadly not comming to germany :-(

u/supial · 2 pointsr/amazon
u/KorgRue · 2 pointsr/webdev
u/creaturekyle · 2 pointsr/chromeos

I think there are a few different models, but the one that seems to suit your needs and price point best is the one with the m3 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB drive, I think it should be the Asus C302CA. In the US it's available on Amazon, and from pretty much every electronics retail store (Best Buy, etc). I don't think it will be difficult to track down.

Here's the US Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/C302CA-DHM4-Chromebook-12-5-inch-Touchscreen-Convertible/dp/B01N5G5PG2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523311657&sr=8-1&keywords=c302

The other models come with core m5 or m7 processors, which are extreme overkill for what a Chromebook needs, and go for $200 - $400 more than the m3 version.

u/jklemon17 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

In this price range, and for the described uses, I would 100% recommend a Chromebook, like this Asus Chromebook Flip or [this Dell Inspiron Chromebook 2-in-1 14] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LDF5YX3)

u/leroytheboss · 2 pointsr/Advice
u/mogafaq · 2 pointsr/chromeos

This is the real CPU spec and why the price difference:
https://browser.geekbench.com/v4/cpu/compare/7631441?baseline=7593092

Also, not sure where you are and how you get US$600+ price for the asus. Maybe you were looking at the overpriced m5 one? The m3 is plenty for Chrome OS and already ran at the chassis' thermal limit on full load.

https://www.amazon.com/C302CA-DHM4-Chromebook-12-5-inch-Touchscreen-Convertible/dp/B01N5G5PG2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522294805&sr=8-3&keywords=asus+c302

u/ryceone · 2 pointsr/ITdept

Then totally, I would recommend the acer c302 or the samsung chromebook pro or plus

These are a bit more expensive than the run of the mill chromebook because they are a bit higher end and support the android play store. Also, in my experience the best chromebooks I've ever used. (I started using them at the CR48)

Hope this helps!

u/bheppe · 2 pointsr/linuxquestions

This is definitely right between what you want/need. Check out the Asus C302cA Flip. It's a chromebook, with a fast processor and also, you're able to throw Linux on it as well if you want. You can also find them cheaper on eBay. Here's a link to Amazon, so you can see what i'm talking about. https://www.amazon.com/C302CA-DHM4-Chromebook-12-5-inch-Touchscreen-Convertible/dp/B01N5G5PG2

u/DjangoBaggins · 2 pointsr/gaming

Yes, ideally you want a desktop. I however was in your boat about a year and a half ago when I purchased this bad boy. I got the 1TB hard drive with a smaller SSD. There is a slot for an extra stick of RAM, super easy to install, and same if you want to get one without the SSD so you can put an even bigger one in there after purchase. I only needed the RAM when I started playing PUBG. This computer is great, plays Overwatch and DOOM on ultra. I have yet to have trouble playing a game, even Witcher 3 on ultra runs smooth. This is a great little laptop. It does need to stay plugged in though.

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-15-6-Inch-Quad-Core-i5-6300HQ-Processor/dp/B015PYYDMQ

EDIT: Well it is black friday! The next generation of that laptop is cheap as fuck right now!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XFGDD8P/ref=psdcmw_13896615011_t2_B015PYYDMQ

u/thegenregeek · 2 pointsr/VideoEditing

Question: What are the specs/model of your current PC? How old is it?

Your laptop crashing could simply be a software issue. If you are running the default Windows installation a complete reinstall might be a good option. If your PC has Windows 10 (and was upgraded from Win 7/8/8.1) then you can use the Media Creation Tool to get Windows reinstall media... without any bloatware.

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This PC should work (the specs here are exactly what you want), but I personally do not recommend HP. The few HP notebooks I've used have been of poor design. The biggest problem with them is usually badly designed cooling and layout. This is a problem as video editing can heat up the machine, quite easily.

I personally recommend Asus and Dell machine. As my experience with them has been solid from a hardware perspective (in fact I'm typing this on an Asus N550JK from 2014). In the $800 range though it's a little problematic, unless you find some good deals. (You might want to look at the Inspiron 15 Dell is selling right now).

u/rjshrikant · 2 pointsr/india

Dell Inspiron 15.6" Gaming Laptop

^(DISCLAIMER: Linked using Amazon Smile)

I'm currently using an earlier version of this one (6th gen i5, instead of the 7th gen used in this one) and it is a beast!! I can simultaneously run a VM and Chrome without lag... :P

Witcher 3, PES and most new games on Ultra settings with smooth 30fps gameplay.

u/misconstrudel · 2 pointsr/GlobalOffensive

/r/SuggestALaptop might be able to point you in the right direction.

You could always try /r/HardwareSwapUK too.

This Dell inspiron should get you playable fps, for example. It might be a smidge over your budget though.

u/largepanda · 2 pointsr/linux_gaming

This Dell Inspiron would be a decent choice. i5-6300HQ, 960M, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD for $750. Or the current gen equivalent for $50 more.

Dell has a pretty good Linux support track record, and some of their laptops (but not this one) officially support Linux.

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Transparency: I'm looking at this list from /r/SuggestALaptop.

u/nikidash · 2 pointsr/flightsim

If you can stretch to 900 dollars i'd jump straight to this (i really really suggest it) but if it is a hard limit this this should work well too.

u/sp00nme · 2 pointsr/heroesofthestorm

Dell Inspiron 15.6" Gaming Laptop (7th Gen Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256GB SSD, NVIDIA GTX 1050) (i5577-5335BLK-PUS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XFGDD8P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_RcGLzbZBN14MF

You're at uni and the battery life is fucking sick (obviously you plug it in to play but for actual lap top stuff it's got a ridiculous BL)

u/Imbigazoid · 2 pointsr/buildmeapc

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD - Ryzen 3 1200 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor | $93.10 @ Amazon
Motherboard | Asus - PRIME A320M-K Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $55.21 @ Amazon
Memory | G.Skill - Aegis 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2133 Memory | $90.99 @ Amazon
Storage | Samsung - 860 Evo 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $88.99 @ Amazon
Storage | Western Digital - Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $46.29 @ Amazon
Video Card | Gigabyte - GeForce GTX 960 2GB Video Card | $199.99 @ Amazon
Case | Rosewill - Line-M MicroATX Mini Tower Case | $37.74 @ Amazon
Power Supply | Corsair - CXM (2015) 450W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $49.99 @ Newegg
Wireless Network Adapter | TP-Link - TL-WN881ND PCI-Express x1 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi Adapter | $19.99 @ Amazon
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | $682.29
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-03-27 18:46 EDT-0400 |

You can pick up a wireless keyboard and mouse combo at Walmart probably for like 15$

Amazon says the GPU is out of stock... no surprise there. I don't think its the price you should be worried about (they are really stupidly overpriced right now nonetheless) its the quantity of graphics cards on the market right now. Most large PC stores will probably have maybe 10 GPUs in stock if they're lucky, most likely less. Sign up to the email reminder for the card, and try to look in local stores for a graphics card that supports 4K.

These are the Nvidia GPUs that support 4K
List

Consider getting a laptop for you uses, especially if its not gaming you seek. They tend to be cheaper for whats inside them currently.
700$ Laptop This one is on sale for 100$ off currently, I'd choose this one personally.

u/MrsCastillo12 · 2 pointsr/CitiesSkylines

I bought this one..

[Dell inspiron 5577] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XFGDD8P/ref=twister_B06XYM29GY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1)

I came with one 8gb RAM stick, so I plan on buying another, as it can support up to 32gb.

I'm also going to replace the screen as the screen on this one is not that great.
I plan to replace it with this one

I mainly bought it because I currently have a MBP, but I wanted something I could upgrade and add to, as I can't do that with my MBP. I'm pretty happy with it. I was playing last night on high settings with some basic mods and a few assets (TM:PE, Move It and RICO, for now) there wasn't any lagging or problems and the laptop barely warmed up, which I was surprised about. I don't plan on using it for much else though, I have a few other games I want to add, but since my other laptop still works, I plan on using that one for my work/docs/pics and stuff like that so this one wont get bogged down.


u/ikhezu · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

If you want something for gaming, check this dell out. It is bit chunky and not that light but it is manageable. Will run games well enough though.


This is lighter and has better battery life. But it is almost 2 years old. MAYBE it can run overwatch on low, but I'm not sure. the microsoft surface pro book


This is the best I can do considering your price point and specifications. I hope that helps!

u/laptopquesting · 2 pointsr/laptops

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XFGDD8P/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile?th=1&psc=1

Maybe that one, I'd recommend at least a 1050 for your needs although a 1050 ti would be better. Most of the ones you listed won't be able to handle your games.

u/ahrhamza · 2 pointsr/battlefield_one

How much is your budget? If you could spend maybe till $850, check out the Dell Inspiron 15 or the Acer VX 15. Both have decent specs and you can run Battlefield at high settings with around 50ish fps.

Acer VX 15

Dell inspiron 15

Both have options you can choose depending on what you want and how much you're looking to spend.

u/DustyTurboTurtle · 2 pointsr/OverwatchUniversity

Sorry I just noticed that the Dell you linked actually has a pretty bad harddrive, is recommend this one instead, but it's a few bucks extra https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XFGDD8P/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1520295735&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=dell+gaming+laptops&dpPl=1&dpID=41zfabBnrLL&ref=plSrch

Also if you really wanna stay on the cheap side, this is the best I could find in just a few minutes of searching, but this laptop had 1 tiny fan vs the 2 giant fans in the Dell (And more cooling/fans = better performance) https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075FLBJV7/ref=psdcmw_13896615011_t1_B01K1IO3QW?th=1&psc=1

I highly recommend the Dell though as it has all better parts + wayyy better cooling so it's miles better for only $150 extra

u/-1KingKRool- · 2 pointsr/gadgets

The Inspiron line could be okay then. You can get one with a SSD in 128GB and a regular HDD in 1TB at 5400rpm, with 8GB of RAM and an i7 7700HQ last I saw for around $790 on Amazon.

Bonus, it includes a 4GB GTX 1050ti, so the graphics shouldn't suffer much for videos or Fortnite.
Edit: Here's the link.

u/Regefade · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

The Dell Inspiron gaming laptops are nice, heres one for exactly 900 https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-GeForce-Graphics-i5577-7359BLK-PUS/dp/B06XFGF7SN

u/-_-BanditGirl-_- · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

For $800 you can have a Dell Inspiron 7000 series. The battery lasts as long as you requested in real life performance, SSD + HD, 5.5-6 pounds, 15" screen. Comes with a GTX 1050 and can play most titles at a reasonable quality setting. Modelling software will operate reasonably as well. Minecraft will be fine. The build quality is pretty good in my opinion - there is sufficient ventilation and the repairability / expansion options are simple (one screw to open the bottom of the laptop). As to lasting for four years.. that depends entirely on you!

The only con I've noticed so far is the viewing angle for the screen is narrowly limited, it's one of those not so good TN (?) panels mentioned in the sidebar. Try it out in a Best Buy or computer store and see if it bugs you.

Amazon Link

u/LieutenantSpanky · 2 pointsr/computers

Hi,
I am someone who works in the digital media production industry, so I kind of have the same computer requirements as your friend. Last year, I bought a Dell Inspiron gaming laptop. Although I rarely game on it, the laptop handles Adobe CS very well. My laptop has a GeForce 960 graphics card, i5 cpu, 225 gb ssd (extra storage can be installed, I have a 1tb hdd), 8gb ram (can be upgraded to 16, I've upgraded mine). Dell tends to make these laptops every year or so, here is the most current model:
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-Gaming-Laptop-i5577-7359BLK-PUS/dp/B06XFGF7SN/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1500328625&sr=1-1&keywords=dell+inspiron&refinements=p_n_feature_seven_browse-bin%3A3012497011

u/PMPeetaMellark · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Sorry but you can't upgrade the graphics card. Your best bet is to look into external gpus (may take a bit of research, some solutions sacrifice the wireless card and require opening your laptop). Otherwise Liquidsky is good if you have decent internet. That's what may help if your on an extremely tight budget, otherwise I'd get a new laptop. Here's what I have https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-Gaming-Laptop-i5577-7359BLK-PUS/dp/B06XFGF7SN/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1521560517&sr=1-2&keywords=dell+5577+i7 Runs very well... Arma 3 runs at ultra! :)

u/nicholasa123 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Dell Inspiron Gaming Laptop - 15.6" Full HD, Core i7- 7700HQ, 8 GB RAM, 1000 GB HDD + 128GB SSD, GTX 1050, Metal Chassis - i5577-7359BLK-PUS https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XFGF7SN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_0tPPAbR6BM7RZ


This is a great computer everything you need gtx 1050 128 gb ssd with a 1tb hardrive A intel core i7 7700Hq 8gb of ram and a back lit keyboard I read some reviews and it can play new games on high I have a gtx 970 I can play ever aaa game at 1080p medium to high settings at 60 FPS so you should be perfectly fine with the gtx 1050 and it’s 800$

u/dragonx254 · 2 pointsr/NoStupidQuestions

Some do. Here's one:

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-Gaming-Laptop-i5577-7359BLK-PUS/dp/B06XFGF7SN

It's mainly because of size. Typically you only see the full size keyboard on 15-17" laptops, because any smaller and you would have to make the keys extra small which may make them difficult to use.

u/ihaditsoeasy · 2 pointsr/LaptopDeals

Is this deal for the Dell Inspiron Gaming Laptop - 15.6" Full HD, Core i7- 7700HQ, 8 GB RAM, 1000 GB HDD + 128GB SSD, GTX 1050, Metal Chassis - i5577-7359BLK-PUS - $699 (Lightning deal) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XFGF7SN/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 better than the BF Acer Nitro 5?

u/brijeshgohil · 2 pointsr/Laptop

Yes storage is low but it's SSD which is far more faster than older mechanical HDD. Other specs like CPU, RAM and GPU are best for the price.
There's also empty space to put in extra hard drive or an SSD inside which will cost you about $25 - $30 extra. Process is hassle free you'll find lot of YouTube videos to do that on your own or you can just take it to Acer service and they will be happy to do that for you.


Other cheaper laptop that I would recommend is this Dell inspiron - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XFGF7SN/

It comes in different variants with varied specs and prices.

u/CrimsonSaltLord · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

You could get this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XFGF7SN/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491666996&sr=8-1
It has an i7 7700HQ and a 1050ti, should perform better and is the same price. There is also an i5 version that is think is $800 but it is out of stock on Amazon right now now. Hope this helps you figure something out.

u/xXDanger_ZoneXx · 2 pointsr/computers

The only laptop that would be able to play games at a resonable framerate is Number Two. It has a dedicated GPU (Graphical Processing Unit).

As for an alternate: Acer Aspire VX 15

If you want to play games on a laptop, your budget should start at round $800 and go up from there, unless you don't mind having a refurbished computer or an older model.

u/beastdoge · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

This one is similar to the one posted.. https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-Gaming-GeForce-VX5-591G-75RM/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487631112&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=aspire+vx15

Only thing is it doesn't have a mechanical hard drive.. It has a 2.5" bay but not the hardware to put a hdd in.

u/AOCPS · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I'd recommend the Acer VX15 laptop. It comes in a svelte package that is less than an inch thick and looks like a professional business laptop with a brushed metal look. The Acer VX15 includes a zippy Intel Core i7-7700HQ processor, 16 GB of DDR4 RAM, a 256 GB SSD (don't be freaked out about 256 GB, you get a free 1 TB of cloud storage with Microsoft OneDrive, and I'm talking free, like really free), Nvidia GTX 1050 Ti that can be overclocked, and a nice and bright 1080p IPS matte panel. It also weighs 5.5 pounds!

Here's the Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-Gaming-GeForce-VX5-591G-75RM/dp/B01N12YZ7B/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487822656&sr=8-1&keywords=acer+vx15




NOTE: Also, this user called The--Technician has been stealing my suggestions lately and that's not cool.

u/kelenheller1 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

I'm actually looking for a laptop from 14" to 15.6".
I would jump on this Acer, but it doesn't have a TB3!! :(

I'm getting to a point where a 1050Ti is not worth it, when a 1060 is only ~$150-$200 more. And if they go on sale, even better.

u/GobblesTzT · 2 pointsr/LaptopDeals

Do you happen to live near a Microcenter? They have the same one, same price but with a bigger SSD (256GB).

Amazon and Microcenter have the Acer Aspire VX 15 for $999 as well. The MC version has a bigger SSD (512GB).

If you are near a MC you should also check out the Acer Aspire V17 Nitro Black Edition VN7-793G-717L. Is only $200 more ($1,199); has a i7-7700HQ, GTX 1060 6GB, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB SSD and built in tobli eye tracking.

u/cesarmac · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

If we remove 2 in 1 and touchscreen then this Acer will fit your needs perfectly. Its a 14" laptop with an aluminum casing, comes with the latest 8th gen CPUs which means they are now quad core instead of dual core. Can't vouch for battery life since its a fairly new laptop but since it uses the energy efficient CPUs instead of the more power hungry HQ versions it should last longer than your standard gaming laptop. It also comes with the latest MX150 GPU, successor to the 940MX. Benchmarks for reviews have shown in to the best entry level GPU in terms of power consumption and performance. It wont be as powerful as the 1050 and higher series but it plays most modern titles at 1080p and medium settings at 30 FPS or more, so older and less demanding titles should fare better. Keeping the 14" form factor and moving up to a 1050 would increase the price a bit. If Dave2D on youtube did a video showing benchmarks for the MX150 and last years dual core i5.


https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8250U-NVIDIA-GeForce-SF314-52G-55WQ/dp/B0746P25QX

u/sniffyclyro420 · 2 pointsr/laptops

I know Acer and HP have released a few variants in the US so far. As for other regions I'm not sure yet, as I want an updated HP Envy 13 to be released in the UK.

u/TheDavie_ · 2 pointsr/LaptopDeals

I would get the acer swift 3 or the ux331un, it is your choice whether to add those 200$ for the 2 in 1.

Also, I don't know if you must have the dGPU(mx150), it is not too strong, so maybe consider the ux430ua too, versus the acer swift 3 above, it is better by having 16gigs of ram(x2) and i7 8550u(instead of i5 8250u), however, it doesn't have a dGPU\>

u/urmomsaplaya13 · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

acer!

There's this one on neweggs website. Is it the same as the one on amazon?(https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8250U-NVIDIA-GeForce-SF314-52G-55WQ/dp/B0746P25QX?ref_=Oct_DLandingS_PC_c488f5c3_NA&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER)
The one on amazon says Turbo Boost Technology but the one on newegg doesn't. Does that actually mean anything?

u/Dan6erbond · 2 pointsr/laptops

I would take a look at something with a dGPU in case the edits get a little intense meaning that I can recommend the Acer Swift 3 and Asus Vivobook S, both with the MX150 and an i5 to get the job done in a slim (sexy) package and some decent specs.

u/omega44xt · 2 pointsr/SuggestALaptop

At that budget, there are rarely any laptops with Thunderbolt 3 that too with 4 lanes of PCIe. You might older XPS 13 under $1000 but that has 2 lanes of PCIe, thus affecting performance. 2 in 1 & gaming doesn't go hand in hand, even in higher segment.

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You will get ultrabooks like this under $1000 with MX150, which can barely run all runs at 720p low at 30fps:

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8250U-NVIDIA-GeForce-SF314-52G-55WQ/dp/B0746P25QX/ref=sr_1_7?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1550460238&sr=1-7&keywords=mx150

Moreover, it lacks Thunderbolt 3.

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Only 2 in 1 in your budget than can game, again without TB3:

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-SP515-51GN-807G-i7-8550U-GeForce-Convertible/dp/B0756TSZCT/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1550461054&sr=1-3&keywords=acer+spin+nitro+5

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This MSI GF63 is a good gaming laptop if you want something light to game on:

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIACVB8GV8558&Description=msi%20gf63&cm_re=msi_gf63-_-9SIACVB8GV8558-_-Product

Its GTX 1050Ti Max Q is good enough for a few more years, again no TB3.

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XPS 15 is thin, light & has a Thunderbolt 3, but above your budget:

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIADYY8AG5793

XPS 13 is smaller & lighter without a dedicated GPU, has TB3 but costs similar & has a much inferior CPU to XPS 15.

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My recommendations are to compromise TB3 & get MSI or increase budget & get XPS 15. XPS 15 has a great battery life.

u/Kart0410 · 2 pointsr/laptops

There is Acer Swift 3 and a Asus Zenbook with similar specs but its price is like $999 plus the Acer Swift just looks and feels more premium and she can get an external HDD or even SSD for photo and video editing plus the MX 150 gpu can handle almost every games at medium with good frames.

u/Tarotar94 · 2 pointsr/LaptopDeals

This ones pretty good, it's 15.'6" but it is around 3lbs. Only down side is no SSD.
https://www.amazon.com/VivoBook-NanoEdge-WideView-Display-X510UQ-NH71/dp/B0762PPGJJ/ref=sr_1_3?s=black-friday&psr=EY17&ie=UTF8&qid=1511401369&sr=1-3&keywords=laptops

But you can always wait for black friday and cyber monday for more sales. If you're dead set on the under 15" check for deals on Acer Swifts series, they are usually small but have a decent punch to them.

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-i5-8250U-NVIDIA-GeForce-SF314-52G-55WQ/dp/B0746P25QX/ref=sr_1_cc_7?s=aps&psr=EY17&ie=UTF8&qid=1511401598&sr=1-7-catcorr&keywords=acer+swift