Zoxopirezox Jared 15 Posted July 26, 2011 well, i want a macbook pro. And with the jared rumor that they are going to discontinue all the current models and move to the next generation within the next year, i need something to hold me off. I have no mobile computer, i sold my iPad. So Im thinking of getting a sorta shitty computer and i'll run ubuntu on it. So here are my options. HP G72Microprocessor Dual Core) Intel Pentium Processor T4500 Microprocessor Cache 2.30GHz Memory 3GB Memory Max 8GB Video Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500M Video Memory Up to 1309MB Hard Drive 320GB (5400RPM) Multimedia Drive SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support Display 17.3” diagonal High Definition+ HP BrightView LED Display (1600 x 900) Network Card Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN Wireless Connectivity 802.11b/g/n WLAN Sound Altec Lansing speakersKeyboard 101-key compatible with full-size keyboard with integrated numeric keypad Pointing Device Touch Pad with integrated On/Off button and 2-way scroll pad support External Ports 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.01 HDMI1 VGA (15-pin)1 RJ -45 (LAN)1 Headphone-out1 Microphone-in$300 refurbished with warrantyORCompact Presario CQ56AMD V-Series processor V140, 2GB DDR3 memory, 250GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 graphics, 15.6" LED high-definition display3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports, Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n), Built-in 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector6-cell lithium-ion battery,up to 4 hours and 15 minutes to give you more time away from an outlet.2.3ghz$300 New with no warranty. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TURKISH RAMBO 9 Posted July 26, 2011 they both suck, so the one with a smaller screen. 17 inch laptops are fucking huge. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fontaine 1744 Posted July 26, 2011 they both suck, so the one with a smaller screen. 17 inch laptops are fucking huge.This. 13" is perfect. 15" is even too big.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waylon 2 Posted July 26, 2011 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834246156Edit: I agree. Don't get a 17 inch. I have a 13.3 inch and I wouldn't go bigger. This one listed is a 15", but IBM makes good stuff. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zoxopirezox Jared 15 Posted July 26, 2011 they both suckI know. haha. I just need something to browse the internet while I'm away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deadpool 161 Posted July 26, 2011 Yeah big screens are a pain in the ass, they tend to be heavy and don't fit in many bags. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Velo 2077 Posted July 26, 2011 I would say the Intel box because they usually run cooler than AMD boxes, but the AMD you listed is a nice size. though 14.1" is perfect Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zoxopirezox Jared 15 Posted July 27, 2011 I bought a HP Pavilion Dv6-3143Specs: Intel Core i3-370M (2.4GHz)4GB DDR315.6"500GB HDATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 + Intel HD Graphics 1024MB DDR3Cost: $400 (Refurbished)Did i make a good buy? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deofuta 6 Posted July 27, 2011 Double posting like a boss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deofuta 6 Posted July 27, 2011 I got the 17" model, havnt been dissapointed. Been using it mostly as a desktop replacement however, and not much asa work machine.However, the ventilation is GARBAGE! Only two places on the chasis, and both of which are covered totally when on an uneven surface. Will overheat and shut down if you use it, say, on youre lap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandvich 0 Posted July 27, 2011 Nice Double Post doood...A bad Cpu is a bad cpu Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ethan1 Posted July 27, 2011 2.4 ghz quad core for laptop isn't bad... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spell 331 Posted July 27, 2011 2.4 ghz quad core for laptop isn't bad...ignore sandvich, he rarely knows what he is talking about, but there are exceptions as a Broken clock is right twice a day.But anyway, back to the thread. Ok buy. however ventilation is the main concnern as quad's give off more heat, so gotta be careful bout that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sooners 342 Posted July 27, 2011 My Alienware that Dell sent me is 17 inch, love it. I can't move it though, it's fucking huge and a load to carry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Justice 69 Posted July 27, 2011 Laptops are always a no. And Apple? GTFO NAOW! Bet that Air has a life time of... 1 day - 1 week. It's cooling must be so fucking bad or then even more likely it has no cooling at all. It's performance is going to decrease very fast, which is the problem with all laptops. Then again which also is most likely the reason to get one, they can be carried around with no problem. If this is not required, you use it almost only at home, then your pretty stupid.This post is not directed at anyone, just throwing in an opinion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
