Maybe for the OSX.
OSX isn't THAT good....
Win 7 IMO narrowed the gap...
What's wrong with the display that's been said?
The HP EliteBook 8540w lowest model with i7 is like $3000.... no thanks....
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OSX isn't THAT good....
Win 7 IMO narrowed the gap...
What's wrong with the display that's been said?
The HP EliteBook 8540w lowest model with i7 is like $3000.... no thanks....
No... but if you don't do stupid stuff, you most likely won't get a virus... don't go looking for one and you won't get one....
If you're that concerned with viruses go linux....
Here's another laptop I spec'd for fun.
Sager NP8690 - $1689
15.6 HD+ 16:9 LED (1600x900)
Intel i7-820QM 1.73-3.06GHz
ATI Radeon HD5870 1GB
4GB DDR3 1333MHz
320GB 7200RPM HDD
Windows 7 Home Premium x64
Your average webcam/wireless n/gigabit/fingerprint reader
http://www.xoticpc.com/sager-np8690-built-clevo-w860cu-custom-gaming-laptop-p-2659.html
That would be a nice machine if size and weight wasn't a big deal.
You may be mistaken. This one has an i7-620M.
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/e...-3740645-3955549-4096175-4097221-4121921.html
$1679
Sager NP8690 - $1689
15.6 HD+ 16:9 LED (1600x900)
Intel i7-820QM 1.73-3.06GHz
ATI Radeon HD5870 1GB
4GB DDR3 1333MHz
320GB 7200RPM HDD
Windows 7 Home Premium x64
Your average webcam/wireless n/gigabit/fingerprint reader
http://www.xoticpc.com/sager-np8690-built-clevo-w860cu-custom-gaming-laptop-p-2659.html
That would be a nice machine if size and weight wasn't a big deal.
You may be mistaken. This one has an i7-620M.
http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/e...-3740645-3955549-4096175-4097221-4121921.html
$1679
It isn't the specs of what's in the box - there aren't very many PC laptops that have quality LCD displays, so whatever you get, it just won't be quite up to snuff.
Me - I'm a glossy and I love the uMBP glass screen despite the glare. Some prefer the matte screen - either way, I think you'd be hard pressed to find PCs with screens that could match up.
I'd look to buy a Core i3 dirt cheap PC laptop myself in lieu of a Mac.
Me - I'm a glossy and I love the uMBP glass screen despite the glare. Some prefer the matte screen - either way, I think you'd be hard pressed to find PCs with screens that could match up.
I'd look to buy a Core i3 dirt cheap PC laptop myself in lieu of a Mac.
Heat
"For the most part, the VAIO F Series never became uncomfortably hot. After 15 minutes of streaming a Hulu video at full screen, we measured temperatures of 86 degrees Fahrenheit on the underside of the notebook, 97 degrees in the center of the keyboard, and 98 degrees on the touchpad. (While temperatures in the 90s are warm, we dont become concerned until they break 100 degrees.) On the bottom of the notebooknear the vents on the left sidewe measured temps of 110 degrees. "
Does anything think this is funny.... My mac hits 136 degress without running anything intense... and it probably gets up to like 160-180 degress when running games.....fan full speed.....
The sony vaio F is looking like my alternative... I think the specs I chose got me to like around 2100... I'd end up spending 2800-3000 on the MBP.....
The vaio F is only around 7 lbs.... which still can be carried around as opposed to a 10 lb machine....
Also, the screen is 16.4, a great number, not too big and not too small
"For the most part, the VAIO F Series never became uncomfortably hot. After 15 minutes of streaming a Hulu video at full screen, we measured temperatures of 86 degrees Fahrenheit on the underside of the notebook, 97 degrees in the center of the keyboard, and 98 degrees on the touchpad. (While temperatures in the 90s are warm, we dont become concerned until they break 100 degrees.) On the bottom of the notebooknear the vents on the left sidewe measured temps of 110 degrees. "
Does anything think this is funny.... My mac hits 136 degress without running anything intense... and it probably gets up to like 160-180 degress when running games.....fan full speed.....
The sony vaio F is looking like my alternative... I think the specs I chose got me to like around 2100... I'd end up spending 2800-3000 on the MBP.....
The vaio F is only around 7 lbs.... which still can be carried around as opposed to a 10 lb machine....
Also, the screen is 16.4, a great number, not too big and not too small
How's
NVIDIA Quadro FX 880M graphics with 1 GB dedicated DDR3 video memory
compared to the GT 330M?
Lol...no... I meant, don't be stupid and download .exe off like limewire or open up files that get detected....
NVIDIA Quadro FX 880M graphics with 1 GB dedicated DDR3 video memory
compared to the GT 330M?
Lol...no... I meant, don't be stupid and download .exe off like limewire or open up files that get detected....
Nope look carefully. For 1679 it comes with an i5 processor. Just underneath the first line it says that the i7 processor is available (if you customize it) and customizing it starts at $2600. They even charge you $1 dollar for each MS sticker and Intel Sticker they stick on your machine.
I believe the review is recording temperatures in Celsius, and I sure as hell hope you meant Fahrenheit for yours, lol
.Yah seriously I don't get how ppl get infected on windows srsly.... are they browsing porn sites that require .exe plugins or something? Just get like AVG and don't be dumb... I don't get people lol....
Definetly the Dell STUDIO XPS 16.
-You can get a 1080p RGB LED screen
-2 year IN HOME warranty.. THEY WILL COME TO YOUR HOUSE!
-Black, White or Red color choice
-VERY Good looking laptop
-Customize with i7-620m
-Comes standard with 1GB ATI
-Backlit keyboard standard
-HDMI AND ESATA
-Highest configured model with BLUERAY AND 500gb 7200rpm hard drive and 4gb ram can be had for less then 1700$
-Has a few aluminum accents
Configure Link:
http://configure.us.dell.com/dellst...p&cs=2244&link_number=17970655&kc=epp_lt_perf
-You can get a 1080p RGB LED screen
-2 year IN HOME warranty.. THEY WILL COME TO YOUR HOUSE!
-Black, White or Red color choice
-VERY Good looking laptop
-Customize with i7-620m
-Comes standard with 1GB ATI
-Backlit keyboard standard
-HDMI AND ESATA
-Highest configured model with BLUERAY AND 500gb 7200rpm hard drive and 4gb ram can be had for less then 1700$
-Has a few aluminum accents
Configure Link:
http://configure.us.dell.com/dellst...p&cs=2244&link_number=17970655&kc=epp_lt_perf
I believe the review is recording temperatures in Celsius, and I sure as hell hope you meant Fahrenheit for yours, lol
we measured temperatures of 86 degrees Fahrenheit
I think that whole thing was in Fahrenheit.... Crazy eh?
I doubt the laptop runs THAT cold.... Someone has to run crysis on it and tell us what the temp is
Yah, I was talking Fahrenheit on my comp
Again, you are mistaken. HP discounts heavily for prebuilt models, and charges extra for CTO's (dumb, I agree).
See here: http://www.google.com/products?hl=en&q=FN095UT&scoring=p
Edit: They are called "Smart Buy" models.
we measured temperatures of 86 degrees Fahrenheit
I think that whole thing was in Fahrenheit.... Crazy eh?
I doubt the laptop runs THAT cold.... Someone has to run crysis on it and tell us what the temp is
Yah, I was talking Fahrenheit on my comp
Oh boy, was I wrong. You would think a laptop magazine whose sole purpose is to review.. laptops.. would measure heat also using applications such as Core Temp or Real Temp, to accurately reflect the actual processor temperature.
Oh and the HP has a dual core i7... NOT quad core....
http://ark.intel.com/ProductCollection.aspx?familyId=43402
http://ark.intel.com/ProductCollection.aspx?familyId=43402
It actually DOES make a pretty decent difference.
I looked it up and the Dell is a far superior machine to the Sony, even weight wise.
My friend has the studio xps and i LOVE the screen..
I found this great forum!
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/279438-33-radeon-4670-nvidia-330m
One person says "
I believe... I am coming up short on any reviews on this, but it is their midrange mobile graphics and seems to be places where the 4650 and 4670 mobile gpus are. So the performance would be similar.
However, I would take a DELL XPS over a Sony ANY DAY. I've just hear some bad stuff about Sony laptops. Everyone that I know who has bought an XPS laptop loves them. Dell also supports the XPS models much better than any of the mainstream models. They are quick on repairs and parts.
"
Another says
"The 4670 is a little faster. The build quality on the Sony and the keyboard is very good. Also, the Sony comes with a high quality camera and built in SSD reader. The 330M that comes with the Sony will be 5-10% slower than the ATI on Direct X11 games I suspect - insignificant difference. I couldn't get the Dell with BluRay at the time I was ordering. Now they are offering it. I have owned 3 previous Dell laptops and this is my 2nd Sony. If you can get the Dell at or below the Sony price, go with it. I give a slight edge to the Dell on specs, but I don't have one in front of me to compare. Dell build quality has been inconsistent in the past, but lately they have been very good. You can't go wrong with either one. "
SEEMS people like the build of the sonys... but like the specs of the dell.... I dunno I've heard good and bad stuff about sonys and I've heard good and bad stuff about dells....
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/279438-33-radeon-4670-nvidia-330m
One person says "
I believe... I am coming up short on any reviews on this, but it is their midrange mobile graphics and seems to be places where the 4650 and 4670 mobile gpus are. So the performance would be similar.
However, I would take a DELL XPS over a Sony ANY DAY. I've just hear some bad stuff about Sony laptops. Everyone that I know who has bought an XPS laptop loves them. Dell also supports the XPS models much better than any of the mainstream models. They are quick on repairs and parts.
"
Another says
"The 4670 is a little faster. The build quality on the Sony and the keyboard is very good. Also, the Sony comes with a high quality camera and built in SSD reader. The 330M that comes with the Sony will be 5-10% slower than the ATI on Direct X11 games I suspect - insignificant difference. I couldn't get the Dell with BluRay at the time I was ordering. Now they are offering it. I have owned 3 previous Dell laptops and this is my 2nd Sony. If you can get the Dell at or below the Sony price, go with it. I give a slight edge to the Dell on specs, but I don't have one in front of me to compare. Dell build quality has been inconsistent in the past, but lately they have been very good. You can't go wrong with either one. "
SEEMS people like the build of the sonys... but like the specs of the dell.... I dunno I've heard good and bad stuff about sonys and I've heard good and bad stuff about dells....
I'm waiting for Arrandale, but... I value my computer experience over the CPU. So even if it never came out, I wouldn't switch... Having to use Windows 7 or Ubuntu... shudder...
You convinced me on the Dell Studio XPS....
That computer IMO is better than the DELL alienware for the price... I hate the weight/bulk/look of the alienware.... blehhhh
How would that computer be for games? I assume it would be good.
newegg.com
There are tons of good choices out there.
Checked newegg.... they just have toshibas, asus and acer... EW.... and theirs aren't customizable blehhh
I've felt the dell.. nothing wrong with the build quality. You will regret buying the sony.. I'm telling you the screen is junk.. the laptop overall is bulkier. Also, I don't know why you want the i7-720 vs the i7-620.. granted its a faster processor it just DOESNT belong in a notebook. Its too hot and sucks battery.. the benchmarks for the 2 aren't too different due to the clock speed of the i7-620 topping 3ghz in turbo mode.