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beatmeofficer
2008-12-24, 01:13
I'm trying to decide whether to upgrade my current P4 laptop or just get a new one. Here's what I'm considering. Opinions?

Specs:
17" screen 1440x900
AMD Turion x2 TK-53 - 1.70GHz 512KB L2 Cache
GeForce 8600M GS w/ 256MB DDR2
4GB DDR2 800
32 GB SSD + 320 GB 7200 RPM hard drive

Cost:
$795

caseyofnazzerith
2008-12-24, 01:22
no
go to frys.com

beatmeofficer
2008-12-24, 02:04
Any thoughts on laptops offerring better than (W)XGA resolution, either Intel or nVidia graphics, and fast storage around the same price point?

beatmeofficer
2008-12-24, 04:36
Hmm.... I suppose I could take my chances with a second hand Dell Precision or IBM Thinkpad. Just checking eBay and they've got T60's and M90's for less than $800. Awesome.

cooldarkknick
2008-12-26, 08:44
Be careful, that processor will be somewhat of a bottle-neck. Also, you're not going to have very good battery life with that video card, a 17" screen, and a 7200 rpm drive. That may not matter to you though.

reidy-
2008-12-26, 16:06
p00r, not a good deal.