All laptop related queries here!!!

[Pathik]

Dell 1720.

[gurujee]

what is best for video editing ??AMD or INTEL ???

[Sledgehammer]

Hi!
I'm a student doing engineering in computer science and engineering and am planning to buy a laptop for myself.
I dont really need a notebook which gives really high performance.Im not a hardcore gamer either.Programing and animation to a certain extent along with the usual music and movies is the stuff i need my machine to be able to do.my budget is around 35-40k.the cheaper the better.....
Please guide me on the following issues and suggest some possible options too..(i want to stick to either of hp,compaq,dell or lenovo only)
1)what does the Ghz rating mean and how does it affect the functionality of my laptop?( i was looking at something between 1.7-2)
2)how useful is cache memory for me?
3)what is the difference between an amd athlon turion and a core 2 duo?
4)i found that the compaq presario V6608AU was quite like a thing i needed.. kindly comment.
Actually im still not really sure a bout an AMD.does this presario come with an intel thing?

thanks!




I also found Dell Inspiron 1420 and 1520 interesting... kindly advice...

[MetalheadGautham]

is acer Aspire 4520 a good buy in the VFM(features to cost ratio) segment?

[Pathik]

Hi!
I'm a student doing engineering in computer science and engineering and am planning to buy a laptop for myself.
I dont really need a notebook which gives really high performance.Im not a hardcore gamer either.Programing and animation to a certain extent along with the usual music and movies is the stuff i need my machine to be able to do.my budget is around 35-40k.the cheaper the better.....
Please guide me on the following issues and suggest some possible options too..(i want to stick to either of hp,compaq,dell or lenovo only)
1)what does the Ghz rating mean and how does it affect the functionality of my laptop?( i was looking at something between 1.7-2)
2)how useful is cache memory for me?
3)what is the difference between an amd athlon turion and a core 2 duo?
4)i found that the compaq presario V6608AU was quite like a thing i needed.. kindly comment.
Actually im still not really sure a bout an AMD.does this presario come with an intel thing?

thanks!




I also found Dell Inspiron 1420 and 1520 interesting... kindly advice...

You can get the dv6608au.. It used to be the best vfm.
But now 1420 and 1520 prices hav been slashed too much..
@mhgautam wait for some time... and dv6608au is much more vfm than 4520.. Dell prices may come down more..

[CadCrazy]

Dell 1720.

Its out of my budget(50000+). Available for 60800 for now.

[MetalheadGautham]

You can get the dv6608au.. It used to be the best vfm.
But now 1420 and 1520 prices hav been slashed too much..
@mhgautam wait for some time... and dv6608au is much more vfm than 4520.. Dell prices may come down more..

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en...-80841672.html
wow... I still can't breathe properly. Does HP sell it without Vista(I use linux)?
And by Dell, tell me something they have thats better than even this baby.

[gabbar]

Hi,
One of my friends is coming to india from US. He could bring along a laptop for me. I wish to know whether its a good idea to buy a laptop lets say DELL 1720 from US (price $1099 --> approx 45,000 INR) and buy the 3yr-warranty package in india or I should buy it from india only ??

Also If I get it from US then should I buy the DELL 1720 or any other brands ??

Thanks in advance

[Akshay]

@gabbar

Doubt if dell India will provide u extended warranty for the laptop u've got from US. U can 1st call up their toll free no. and find out.

New Viao's are also available 4 arnd 60k but dell 1720 is d best option 4 u

[sudhir_mangla]

Hi I have just ordered Dell 1520 But no they said dell has stop this model and a new model would be launched soon. I feel cheated now. New model would be more costlier. Kindly suggest another model.

[Pathik]

Hi I have just ordered Dell 1520 But no they said dell has stop this model and a new model would be launched soon. I feel cheated now. New model would be more costlier. Kindly suggest another model.

Yup they will be launching 1525 soon.

[gabbar]

@gabbar

Doubt if dell India will provide u extended warranty for the laptop u've got from US. U can 1st call up their toll free no. and find out.

New Viao's are also available 4 arnd 60k but dell 1720 is d best option 4 u

Hi,
I talked to the DELL representative and he told me that I can actually purchase the warranty package which will come out to be 8,000/- for 1 yr and 13,000/- for two years for 1720. Is this the correct price.. because it looks quite steep to me ? What do you guys suggest ??

[Ganeshkumar]

^^^
Just Insure ur Laptop... thats enough in case of any heavy damage for ur laptop... U will get the money after some depreciation...

[xplusak]

Hi,
One of my friends is coming to india from US. He could bring along a laptop for me. I wish to know whether its a good idea to buy a laptop lets say DELL 1720 from US (price $1099 --> approx 45,000 INR) and buy the 3yr-warranty package in india or I should buy it from india only ??

All cos have International warranties. So think like it is you who bought it in US and brought it here. It is covered for whatever is paid for there, 1-2-3 years. It may take time but they have to service it here (if International is the extended warranty). Only thing they may not extend warranty here, so plan it beforehand.

And WTH, 62-45=17k (minus+minus check the custom duty if any) saved! you can pay all repairs from this savings if u get unlucky, and that can happen.

BTW, i suggest u get 9 cell packed, it is <2k extra.

On the lighter side - can he carry 2 pieces - JJ.

hi ppl..
i own a inspiron 1720 notebook.. its really awesome..
wen i went thro' the manual i noticed the option for inserting the sim in the slot provided for it in the battery compartment.. but they've not mentioned the use of it.. i tried inserting and it fits perfectly... but it shows no sign of any change when pc is turned on... what is it for???

Phew.... what da techy says? i also wannna know?
BTW did you opt for 9 cell pack (and addi AV cable set) they say makes 5 hrs go by. More qtns - what bill?

[ax3]

me 2 buying a new 1 ........ bt how much battery life is MAX ?

as am always on move ........

[Cyclone]

Finally, Its my turn!!! Been reading all the posts on this threads for months, watching and learning, and waiting to get the green signal from my parents! Now that they've said yes, i have to decide the model. I'm pretty set on the HP Dv6602AU, the Compaq v6608AU's big brother. Somehow, picking up a stripped down dell doesn't agree with me, when I'm getting this power-packed baby for a steal. But thats just me.

Alright fellas, start shooting. College student, a little gaming, a little studying, and a lot of AutoCAD and ProE. Budget ~40k. Options - HP Dv6602AU, Dell 1520/1420/1525 (I'm rather hesitant about 'ordering' a laptop, esp since my college is in an out-of-the-way place), and Acer Aspire 4720.

My roommate just bought the last one, and to tell you the truth, i'm not that impressed by its looks - the plasticky decor rather put me off, it reminded me of one of those toy computers i used to mess around with when i was in my diapers. Is it a better performer than the HP 6602? <please, for the love of god, say no!!! You'll break my heart!!! >

Cyc Out!

[ratedrsuperstar]

plz any lappy without vista and with 8600

[INS-ANI]

hi guys...
well.. i was hoping to buy dell inpiron 1420..
i got a quotation of Rs. 36800 for that!
i request u to advice if it is a good price?
i am getting Intel C2D 1.66Ghz, GB ram, 14.1" Truelife TFT screen,etc

[seriuslyblack]

Well hello Digitians
i contacted Dell to enquire abt XPS M1530 (which i thnk is a superb notebook)...also i asked abt ny discounts as me n my frnd r planning to buy it together...however d sales exec(or whoever) said he cud simply not do dat for d XPS series as it was a premium lineup n said he wud definitely get a gud deal for ANY other viz., 1420,1525 n d lot....

so wat do u thnk? shud i make a few more calls or jus go on wid d buy?

thnx

[Pathik]

Tell them to bundle more warranty for less. They can do that surely. Or get some accessory free.

[INS-ANI]

Good news!
I just booked my 1420 just now for 37k (includes 3% MH octroi.... which i had to pay Grrrrrrr)
its 1.66Ghz and 667FSB, I GB RAM.. midnight blue. etc

expctng delievery on 29th

[Pathik]

Congrats. Seems that everyone on the planet except me has a laptop now..

[nsbindra]

Well hello Digitians
i contacted Dell to enquire abt XPS M1530 (which i thnk is a superb notebook)...also i asked abt ny discounts as me n my frnd r planning to buy it together...however d sales exec(or whoever) said he cud simply not do dat for d XPS series as it was a premium lineup n said he wud definitely get a gud deal for ANY other viz., 1420,1525 n d lot....

so wat do u thnk? shud i make a few more calls or jus go on wid d buy?

thnx

I bought two XPS 1530s about 2 weeks back. No discounts on the laptops. However, the laptop bag was given for Rs 1000/- in place of original cost of Rs 2600/- odd. You can see the config here. The lappy has been delivered. Engineer is coming tomorow for installation. Any other querry, lemme know.

[deepakchan]

Hi,
I talked to the DELL representative and he told me that I can actually purchase the warranty package which will come out to be 8,000/- for 1 yr and 13,000/- for two years for 1720. Is this the correct price.. because it looks quite steep to me ? What do you guys suggest ??

When I placed an order for Dell Inspiron 1420 in Sept 2007, I got 3 years Complete Cover for just Rs.5,500 extra. I am placing an order for my company for a Vostro 1000 laptop. I did not want Complete Cover and just the Warranty for 3 yrs. He said 6,000 initially. Then I told him about the offer I got for the 1420. Then bang! Immediately the 3 yr warranty became Rs.4,500.

You just need to bargain with the salesman to get a better offer. They are at free will to reduce the price. Beyond a point they will offer reduce the price further to part with some of their incentives.

[dragonlord]

I bought two XPS 1530s about 2 weeks back. No discounts on the laptops. However, the laptop bag was given for Rs 1000/- in place of original cost of Rs 2600/- odd. You can see the config here. The lappy has been delivered. Engineer is coming tomorow for installation. Any other querry, lemme know.

y r u waiting for the engineer ? You could just tell them that u'd do the so called 'installation' yourself. The 'engineer' would just need a signature from you.

[Cyclone]

WTF??? Visited the HP/Compaq site last evening, and to my surprise, most of the models have been discontinued!!! Except for 3-4 odd models, everything else's off the list! I'm shocked!!! I was just about to pick up the v6608au, and now this's happened! Check it out: http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en...7-1116665.html

[ksundar]

HCL has comeout with amazing 7inch notebooks: MiLeap X & Y

HCL MiLeap full specifications unvieled.These laptops will be available from 26th of January.

SpecificationsHCL MiLeap - X series HCL MiLeap - Y series Operating System LinuxGenuine Windows Vista Home Premium CPU Speed Intel Processor @ 900 MHz Intel Processor @ 800 MHz Main Memory 512 MB DDR2 1 GB DDR2 USB Port Two (Ver 2.0) Two (Ver 2.0) Web Camera No1.3 Mega Pixel (Internal) Internal MIC YesYesExternal MIC input YesYesInbuilt Speaker YesYesBluetooth NoYesLCD Display 7" Wide 800x 480 colour LCD VPT 7" TFT Colour LCD Battery 6 cells, Approx. 4 hrs. idle condition 3 cell Li-ion Battery, Approx 3 hrs. idle condition WeightApprox. 1.44 Kg Approx. 960 gm Pen NoStylus Pen

Price: Rs.13,990 & 29,990.

[Sourabh]

WTF??? Visited the HP/Compaq site last evening, and to my surprise, most of the models have been discontinued!!! Except for 3-4 odd models, everything else's off the list! I'm shocked!!! I was just about to pick up the v6608au, and now this's happened! Check it out: http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/in/en...7-1116665.html

The webpage for discontinued Compaq Presario laptops leads to 404.

I don't think that v6608au model has been continued. It is available in Mumbai for Rs. 32,750/- with bag. I purchased two units of the same yesterday (for a friend and my aunt). True VFM.

Any one buying the Eee PC?

[Cyclone]

okay, if its been discontinued, could anybody suggest any similar models? I'd prefer an X2 Turion, and the nVidia 7150. Price ~30-32k. Thanks...

[Maverick340]

I need to buy a mid-range Laptop. Primary usage will be home usage (internet , light gaming , office , movies ..etc) and in particular Flight Simulators (should run MS Flight Sim X )
Between HP and Dell , somehow i feel like going for HP - because i am unsure about ordering online from Dell. Also i am cautious about stuff like warranty (what if someone goes wrong, who do i go to types ). Will be in mumbai.
Also someone suggested a Acer Inspire 5520. How is it ?
I am an AMD fan so will prefer and AMD lappy. Also since i don't have any high end work, AMD is good VLM. However if C2D gives a better deal , i am open to it. Kindly suggest