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Old 18-09-2008, 02:44 PM   #1 (permalink)
uni.kaushik
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Default Best Laptop buy under 50K!

hello friends..
i am planning to buy a new laptop under 50-53K

i want ur help in deciding which laptop i should go for... having Best vaue for money in terms of Performance, Memory, storage and looks...

i have made alist of some imp point...that may help u to advice me..

HERE IT GOES...

# What is your budget?
Upto a Maximum of Rs. 53000


# What size notebook would you prefer?

between 13-15.4 inches..


# brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
i would prefer Sony, IBM/Lenovo, HP/Compaq, Dell, Toshiba and honestly speaking i dont know much abt others ...


# tasks will you be performing with the notebook?

Basically it would be used for Software Development, multimedia(movies, music editing) and gaming (not hardcore, but casual) home and personal use...


# Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places or leaving it on your desk?
yes i would be taking it with me..

# Will you be playing games on it; if so, which games?
counter strike, unreal tournament, call of duty.. same as these basically RPG and MMORPG games, but m not a hardcore gamer...more like a casual gamer.

# How many hours of battery life do you need?
At least 3-4 hrs

# Do you mind buying online without seeing the notebook in person?
I would prefer seeing it in person, have a feel about it.. but nevertheless if reviews are excellent. i wont mind either.


# What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
XP and Linux, Vista may also do..



# From the choices below, what screen resolutions would you prefer? at least WXGA 1280*800 or better

# Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
i really dont have much idea, but i just want my pictures, dvds and display quality to be good...


# Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you?
Preferable, If not much stylish, it shouldnt be ugly/cumbersome.. Anything equal of above good will do.


# When are you buying this laptop and how long do you want this laptop to last?
Within a week and it should last At least 3-4 yrs. or more


# How much hard drive space do you want; 40GB to 500GB?
At least 160 GB or more

# Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a CDRW/DVD-ROM, DVD Burner or Blu-Ray drive?[/COLOR]
at least a DVD burner or better.


What was not included in FAQ, answering that:

Processor : core 2 duo at least 2.0 GHZ, 3MB L2 cache, 800 FSB
RAM: minimum 2GB 667MHZ
Others: Wireless, modem, bluetooth, LAn, USB, Card reader,
Audio: Descen audio quality or better
Graphics: Good graphics, at least descent one... or better

I am need of answers friends.... please post in ur comments/advices
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