Laptop suggestion?

BMW F22 · 12-19-2009, 07:19 PM

Hi guys,

I'm looking to buy a new laptop for general use (no gaming, graphics design, etc.). My budget is about $600-800. I know there are many 15"+ out there that are cheap but they might be too big for me (I like the mobility).

I currently have a Vaio and like its look and performance so was thinking of going with another one. However, I wanna explore all options before buying it.

Sony Vaio CW series

Lenovo Thinkpad

There's also a Lenovo G series (budget series) that is about $450+ tax.

Bottom line- I'd like to stay close to $600 or so if possible. However, if a laptop has much better performance I don't mind paying a little more money for it. There are a few HP's at Best Buy that are around $450-550 but I'm not sure if they're that good. Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Sony are the brands I'm considering.

THANKS FOR ANY HELP GUYS!!

solefald · 12-19-2009, 07:25 PM

i would take lenovo over sony day day.

ChineseGuy · 12-19-2009, 07:29 PM

Does it have to be a laptop?

How about a netbook?

Small, light, battery that can last for hours...

and they cost less than 600

Blake · 12-19-2009, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by solefald

i would take lenovo over sony day day.

+1. i had a sony viao a while back, that thing was so flimsy. the company i used to work for ran a bunch of lenovos, they're pretty decent.

BMW F22 · 12-19-2009, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ChineseGuy

Does it have to be a laptop?

How about a netbook?

Small, light, battery that can last for hours...

and they cost less than 600

Yeah- I used a friend's netbook before and didn't like it (way too small). I would like an all-around kind of laptop. Thus I thought 13.3" or 14" ones would be good because it's not too bulky and it's not too small.

BMW F22 · 12-19-2009, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solefald

i would take lenovo over sony day day.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blake

+1. i had a sony viao a while back, that thing was so flimsy. the company i used to work for ran a bunch of lenovos, they're pretty decent.

Yeah? I have been using my Vaio since like 05 and it's been perfectly fine. The only thing that failed was the HDD but that's because I dropped it. The one I have is a little flimsy but my brother's Vaio is pretty solid (newer model). The Vaios at Best Buy all have better ratings than any Lenovo. I guess every maker has its weaknesses eh?

Any suggestions other than the ones I've posted? I'm looking to purchase one within the next week or so.

Blake · 12-19-2009, 08:11 PM

personally, i wouldn't get either tbh. the new hp envy series laptops are aimed right at the macbook and are impressive against them. i never thought i'd say i like an hp computer, but they're actually pretty good. JUST the envy series.

Ron1n · 12-19-2009, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW E90

Yeah- I used a friend's netbook before and didn't like it (way too small). I would like an all-around kind of laptop. Thus I thought 13.3" or 14" ones would be good because it's not too bulky and it's not too small.

Get a 10"-12" one. Perfect blend of smaller size and price.

BMW F22 · 12-19-2009, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Blake

personally, i wouldn't get either tbh. the new hp envy series laptops are aimed right at the macbook and are impressive against them. i never thought i'd say i like an hp computer, but they're actually pretty good. JUST the envy series.

Pshh I wish! Those things are money!!! I've heard Lenovo laptops are pretty solid but their customer service sucks donkey ass. Hopefully I don't have any problems with the laptop if I decide to go with a Lenovo.

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Originally Posted by Ron1n

Get a 10"-12" one. Perfect blend of smaller size and price.

12" is waaay too small. I'd like to stay in the 13.3-14" range. My Vaio is 14.1" and it's perfect IMO.

Ron1n · 12-19-2009, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW E90

Pshh I wish! Those things are money!!! I've heard Lenovo laptops are pretty solid but their customer service sucks donkey ass. Hopefully I don't have any problems with the laptop if I decide to go with a Lenovo.

12" is waaay too small. I'd like to stay in the 13.3-14" range. My Vaio is 14.1" and it's perfect IMO.

Sounds like the Envy might suit you perfectly, then, as suggested above.

BMW F22 · 12-20-2009, 04:28 AM

Lol guys- I appreciate the sentiment but I have a budget to stick to. If money wasn't an issue I would have gone with a Dell Adamo or like a $3k laptop and be done with it.

smellfish · 12-20-2009, 09:28 AM

Picked up my current one from Worst Buy of all places. Asus U81. Cost me $400 OTD.

b0bab0i · 12-20-2009, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blake

personally, i wouldn't get either tbh. the new hp envy series laptops are aimed right at the macbook and are impressive against them. i never thought i'd say i like an hp computer, but they're actually pretty good. JUST the envy series.

+1

HP Voodoo Envy 133

Carbon fiber case

pmeloche · 12-20-2009, 05:33 PM

Sorry, misread the thread title. Thought you meant lapdance suggestion.

No, I don't have any suggestion for a laptop.

BMW F22 · 12-20-2009, 06:46 PM

Lenovo SL410 or T400 or G450?

SantaPimp27 · 12-20-2009, 10:39 PM

13" macbook for $999

i have a macbook pro and the gf has a lenovo. macbook is just put together so much better and runs way smoother. do yourself a favor and make the switch.

im not a mac fanboi either. just believe they make a better product

Derek Zoolander · 12-21-2009, 10:34 AM

Netbook ftw.
I have an Acer Aspire One. $295 and does everything I need. It's ultra-portable, capable, quick boot, ample storage, etc. It's perfect for the average user.

BMW F22 · 12-24-2009, 02:18 AM

Damn the one I want is sold out. Only thing left is the Lenovo or spend another $100 for a Sony at frys. Anyone got a hook up at Sony? lol

BSME90 · 12-24-2009, 02:50 AM

I have an ASUS x83v laptop. I bought it Best Buy last year for around $650.

E92murdered · 12-24-2009, 02:53 AM

dont get sony vaio cs series the one i have cpu overheats and makes weird sounds. i wish i checked reviews on it before i bought it.

BMW F22 · 12-24-2009, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwowner619

dont get sony vaio cs series the one i have cpu overheats and makes weird sounds. i wish i checked reviews on it before i bought it.

I was gonna get the CW with blu-ray for $800 at BB (sold out everywhere though). The SR series is kinda expensive at $100 more. I found it else where without the Blu-ray for $800 but feel like I missed out.

BMW F22 · 12-24-2009, 03:07 AM

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Originally Posted by BSME90

I have an ASUS x83v laptop. I bought it Best Buy last year for around $650.

Couldn't find it. I checked out Asus laptops and felt it's lacking something. I'm sure they make great products as they rank #1 in reliability (according to PCMAG??). I just prefer Sony more.

12-19-2009, 07:19 PM	#1
BMW F22 Major General 3589 Rep 9,788 Posts Drives: ///M235i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (8)	Laptop suggestion? Hi guys, I'm looking to buy a new laptop for general use (no gaming, graphics design, etc.). My budget is about $600-800. I know there are many 15"+ out there that are cheap but they might be too big for me (I like the mobility). I currently have a Vaio and like its look and performance so was thinking of going with another one. However, I wanna explore all options before buying it. Sony Vaio CW series Lenovo Thinkpad There's also a Lenovo G series (budget series) that is about $450+ tax. Bottom line- I'd like to stay close to $600 or so if possible. However, if a laptop has much better performance I don't mind paying a little more money for it. There are a few HP's at Best Buy that are around $450-550 but I'm not sure if they're that good. Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Sony are the brands I'm considering. THANKS FOR ANY HELP GUYS!!
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solefald Nigerian Prince 391 Rep 2,180 Posts Drives: '11 F25 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (2) Garage List '11 BMW F25 [0.00]	i would take lenovo over sony day day. __________________ http://soundcloud.com/djtchort
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ChineseGuy QuickShifter 139 Rep 1,500 Posts Drives: Black E90 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: North Pole iTrader: (2)	Does it have to be a laptop? How about a netbook? Small, light, battery that can last for hours... and they cost less than 600
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Blake Banned 764 Rep 4,649 Posts Drives: Chevy Aveo Join Date: May 2008 Location: Parent's Basement iTrader: (7)	personally, i wouldn't get either tbh. the new hp envy series laptops are aimed right at the macbook and are impressive against them. i never thought i'd say i like an hp computer, but they're actually pretty good. JUST the envy series.
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BMW F22 Major General 3589 Rep 9,788 Posts Drives: ///M235i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (8)	Lol guys- I appreciate the sentiment but I have a budget to stick to. If money wasn't an issue I would have gone with a Dell Adamo or like a $3k laptop and be done with it.
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smellfish No one on the corner has stagger like us 50 Rep 343 Posts Drives: '11 AW E90 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: COS iTrader: (2)	Picked up my current one from Worst Buy of all places. Asus U81. Cost me $400 OTD. __________________
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pmeloche Lieutenant Colonel 24 Rep 1,604 Posts Drives: 2013 F25 X3 xDrive35i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Montréal, Canada iTrader: (0)	Sorry, misread the thread title. Thought you meant lapdance suggestion. No, I don't have any suggestion for a laptop. __________________ Patrice 2013 F25 X3 xDrive35i Vermillion Red
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SantaPimp27 Lieutenant 37 Rep 412 Posts Drives: Slow homie Join Date: May 2008 Location: Jersey iTrader: (1)	13" macbook for $999 i have a macbook pro and the gf has a lenovo. macbook is just put together so much better and runs way smoother. do yourself a favor and make the switch. im not a mac fanboi either. just believe they make a better product __________________
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Derek Zoolander Banned 90 Rep 1,873 Posts Drives: 09 E90 M-Sport Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Nashua, NH iTrader: (0)	Netbook ftw. I have an Acer Aspire One. $295 and does everything I need. It's ultra-portable, capable, quick boot, ample storage, etc. It's perfect for the average user.
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BMW F22 Major General 3589 Rep 9,788 Posts Drives: ///M235i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (8)	Damn the one I want is sold out. Only thing left is the Lenovo or spend another $100 for a Sony at frys. Anyone got a hook up at Sony? lol
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E92murdered Lieutenant Colonel 101 Rep 1,668 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: san diego iTrader: (5)	dont get sony vaio cs series the one i have cpu overheats and makes weird sounds. i wish i checked reviews on it before i bought it.
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