Which of the mobile computer r the most people using???

khang813 · 11th Aug 2005, 07:09 AM

I need to buy a notebook computer that for doing home work and using for entertainments gaming. Is there some one can tell me which of the comperformance computer Notebooks are the most people using and got a good performance??

note: middle price at about (RM4000~RM4999).

Long life hardware

and smooth software

THANK FOR HELPING EVERYONE!!!

peaz · 11th Aug 2005, 10:12 AM

Well, with a budget of 5K there is quite a few notebooks out there within the range. Let's not talk about the locally assembled ones like FTEC or Targa, but name branded ones. it's quite important for support to be absolutely good as there's not much you can do yourself if the notebook goes dead.

Anyways... if you need it to game well, make sure it comes with a discreet GPU from ATI or Nvidia, the integrated Intel graphics is good for 2D stuffs but it's a non performer for 3D apps/games.

Johnie · 11th Aug 2005, 04:44 PM

...maybe this one should do the job more that PERFECT!

Acer Ferrari 4000 Laptop

Ooooooopppppssssssssss...sorry...wrong one...I thought we were talking about budget of RM40000-RM49999....

Bestia(ry) · 11th Aug 2005, 05:00 PM

Dun tell Chai, he'd buy it instantly.

^^

Adrian Wong · 11th Aug 2005, 05:06 PM

Since you are into gaming, you should definitely look for a notebook using discrete graphics chips from NVIDIA or ATI.

Forget about the NVIDIA Go5xxx or ATI Rage series. Go for the better GPUs like the NVIDIA Go6600 or ATI X300 (the two more common mobile GPUs in Malaysia).

As for processor, generally, any Intel Pentium M processor will do just fine. The local dealers like to call them Centrino, but really, it's the Pentium M processor.

Go for more memory and a larger hard disk. Spring for 1GB of memory if you can. Get at least 60GB of hard disk space, if not 80GB. Stay away from 40GB if you can help it.

Depending on your needs, you may want to consider an integrated DVD writer, instead of a CD/DVD combo drive. But honestly, getting a dual-layer DVD writer right now is overkill. It's hard to find affordable dual-layer media.

But no matter what we tell you here, you have to personally inspect the notebook and get a feel for it. See if you like the weight, design, build quality. Also, you need to inspect the LCD display. See if you like the display quality and viewing angle.

Chai · 11th Aug 2005, 07:38 PM

Don't worry, I've seen it many times on display already.

peaz · 12th Aug 2005, 12:11 AM

Adrian.. remember that he has a budget of <RM5K.

Adrian Wong · 12th Aug 2005, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by peaz

Adrian.. remember that he has a budget of <RM5K.

Hehe.. Not a problem. There's always Dell.

Max_87 · 12th Aug 2005, 01:03 AM

Dell notebooks are cheaper?

peaz · 12th Aug 2005, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adrian Wong

Hehe.. Not a problem. There's always Dell.

Yeah... and Dell's specs are pretty good sometimes! especially when there's special promos like free upgrades to 512MB RAM or DVD burners.... they even come with 7200RPM hard disk nowadays

11th Aug 2005, 07:09 AM	#1 (permalink)
khang813 Newbie Join Date: 11 Aug 2005 Posts: 2 Reputation: 0 Rep Power: 0	Which of the mobile computer r the most people using??? I need to buy a notebook computer that for doing home work and using for entertainments gaming. Is there some one can tell me which of the comperformance computer Notebooks are the most people using and got a good performance?? note: middle price at about (RM4000~RM4999). Long life hardware and smooth software THANK FOR HELPING EVERYONE!!! Last edited by khang813 : 11th Aug 2005 at 07:37 AM.

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peaz ARP Webmaster Join Date: 13 Oct 2002 Location: http://atpeaz.placidthoughts.com/ Posts: 8,584 Reputation: 1673 Rep Power: 32	Well, with a budget of 5K there is quite a few notebooks out there within the range. Let's not talk about the locally assembled ones like FTEC or Targa, but name branded ones. it's quite important for support to be absolutely good as there's not much you can do yourself if the notebook goes dead. Anyways... if you need it to game well, make sure it comes with a discreet GPU from ATI or Nvidia, the integrated Intel graphics is good for 2D stuffs but it's a non performer for 3D apps/games. __________________ Ken Ng Tech ARP Follow me at Twitter Shoot and Earn Money from Stock Photography

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Adrian Wong Da Boss Join Date: 10 Oct 2002 Location: In front of my ASUS F8V notebook! Posts: 32,304 Reputation: 3574 Rep Power: 75	Since you are into gaming, you should definitely look for a notebook using discrete graphics chips from NVIDIA or ATI. Forget about the NVIDIA Go5xxx or ATI Rage series. Go for the better GPUs like the NVIDIA Go6600 or ATI X300 (the two more common mobile GPUs in Malaysia). As for processor, generally, any Intel Pentium M processor will do just fine. The local dealers like to call them Centrino, but really, it's the Pentium M processor. Go for more memory and a larger hard disk. Spring for 1GB of memory if you can. Get at least 60GB of hard disk space, if not 80GB. Stay away from 40GB if you can help it. Depending on your needs, you may want to consider an integrated DVD writer, instead of a CD/DVD combo drive. But honestly, getting a dual-layer DVD writer right now is overkill. It's hard to find affordable dual-layer media. But no matter what we tell you here, you have to personally inspect the notebook and get a feel for it. See if you like the weight, design, build quality. Also, you need to inspect the LCD display. See if you like the display quality and viewing angle. __________________ Dr. Adrian Wong Tech ARP \| Blog @ Tech ARP \| The Free Trade Zone DYKT : The only offshore account I have is at the sand bank? We need PROGRAMMERS and TECHNICAL WRITERS! Contact us if you are a hot shot programmer or technical writer! My items for sale : 50x SD Card \| Memory Stick PRO \| Cyclone Energy Saver \| Seiko SS watch \| Tiger/Carlsberg beer jugs \| Travel Speakers \| Motorola V600 \| Nokia N90 SOLD! \| New Lowepro Mini Trekker AW Other items for sale @ the FTZ : Zalman CNPS9500 LED @ $20 \| Zalman CNPS7700 Cu @ $20 \| Zalman CNPS7000 Cu @ $20 \| Swarovski bracelet watches \| Dell 17" LCD \| Hi-Fi speakers \| English DIVX movies \| HP LaserJet toners! \| Office chairs

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Johnie I'm a regular Join Date: 11 Jul 2005 Posts: 300 Reputation: 179 Rep Power: 6	...maybe this one should do the job more that PERFECT! Acer Ferrari 4000 Laptop Ooooooopppppssssssssss...sorry...wrong one...I thought we were talking about budget of RM40000-RM49999....

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peaz ARP Webmaster Join Date: 13 Oct 2002 Location: http://atpeaz.placidthoughts.com/ Posts: 8,584 Reputation: 1673 Rep Power: 32	Adrian.. remember that he has a budget of <RM5K. __________________ Ken Ng Tech ARP Follow me at Twitter Shoot and Earn Money from Stock Photography

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