Is This A Good Laptop?

[Andeyhollawho]

All I want to be able to do with my laptop is get on the internet, play movies and music and maybe burn music and movies, and some music production (reason, fruity loops, etc...). Is this a good one for that? What should I be looking for in a good laptop if this is not it?

Price range is from 800 to 1500 but I am willing to go a little over that for a top notch product. Let me know.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9167947&type=product&id=1218041998788


# Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core mobile processor T4200
Features a 800MHz frontside bus, 1MB L2 cache and 2.0GHz processor speed.
# 3GB DDR2 memory
For multitasking power; expandable to 4GB.
# Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media; also supports LightScribe direct-disc labels using compatible LightScribe media.
# 16" high-definition TFT-LCD widescreen display
With BrightView technology and 1366 x 768 resolution brings your movies and games to life.
# 320GB SATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers plenty of storage capacity.
# Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500M
With up to 1309MB total video memory for high-powered graphics. Altec Lansing audio; HDMI port for connecting HD components.
# Built-in HP webcam with microphone
Makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends.
# 5-in-1 media card reader
Supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card formats for quick and easy digital media transfer.
# 3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
Allow fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
# Built-in 802.11b/g wireless LAN
Allows you to connect to the Internet without wires.
# 10/100Base-T Mbps Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector
Along with 56 Kbps modem for simple wired Web connectivity.

 

[MrMotivator]

I'd buy

if the warranty is good

seriously thats more than enough for what you want

 

[Andeyhollawho]

Oh ok...The price being so cheap was throwing me off I guess.

 

[glen107wood]

Edit - i didnt click on the link initially but i just did and saw that the laptop was actually 579.

this link here is better laptop and you wont pay tax so it will be cheaper when you figure in tax and shipping

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834117868

 

[Andeyhollawho]

Edit - i didnt click on the link initially but i just did and saw that the laptop was actually 579.

this link here is better laptop and you wont pay tax so it will be cheaper when you figure in tax and shipping

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834117868

Oh bet. I'm checking it out now.

 

[thismybgolname]

I'd buy

if the warranty is good

seriously thats more than enough for what you want

That is a good system for most users and especially what you're trying to do with it.

3 gigs, nice hd, decent processor and a dual layer dvd burner and you set.

 

[HALO2]

 

[Gadgetman]

Yeah good specs and I see they have a similar model for cheaper: $449.99 HERE plus a good laptop buyer's guide on that site.

 

[michant2]

I guess its fine for most of what you want to do. The only thing that would bother me is that the processor is a Core Duo/Dual Core and not a Core 2 Duo. It may or may not make a difference to most people, but if you're going to be doing anything that requires a lot of processing power, like video editing, you will appreciate the boost in horsepower. I have edited audio before, but never anything involving mixing or editing mixes. I would suspect that that would be something that's processor intensive.

Also, these are good deals, but ultimately they are trying to get rid of older inventory.

I'd say go with a Macbook, but you seem like you want a screen larger than 13 inches. The Macbook Pros are out of your budget. Could get a 13 inch Macbook for 1299.00 and get Logic Express for 199.00, save up and then get the Logic Studio upgrade later, if you are serious about the music editing.

 

[Gadgetman]

I guess its fine for most of what you want to do. The only thing that would bother me is that the processor is a Core Duo/Dual Core and not a Core 2 Duo. It may or may not make a difference to most people, but if you're going to be doing anything that requires a lot of processing power, like video editing, you will appreciate the boost in horsepower. I have edited audio before, but never anything involving mixing or editing mixes. I would suspect that that would be something that's processor intensive.

Also, these are good deals, but ultimately they are trying to get rid of older inventory.

I'd say go with a Macbook, but you seem like you want a screen larger than 13 inches. The Macbook Pros are out of your budget. Could get a 13 inch Macbook for 1299.00 and get Logic Express for 199.00, save up and then get the Logic Studio upgrade later, if you are serious about the music editing.

I saw a white Macbook on sale for $799 and was real tempted on getting it (pretty sure could sell it craigslist at that price next year) I really just bought the laptop I have now so no need for one.

 

[Deuterion]

Oh bet. I'm checking it out now.

If you're going to get Sony you should get a Laptop from the FW series which is the best you're going to get from Sony without getting a 19'' screen. The brand new FW-390s start off at $850.00USD but you can get the later model ones with The Core 2 Duo 2.00Ghz and 4 Gigs of ram with Vista 64 for close to $600.00 brand new.

* 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T6400
* 4GB (2x2GB) RAM
* 320GB 5400rpm Hard Drive
* SuperMulti DVD Burner
* Intel GMA 4500MHD Graphics
* 16.4" Widescreen Display
* Integrated Camera and Microphone
* 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi
* Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit), 6.7 lb

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/595977-REG/Sony_VGNFW340J_B_VAIO_FW_VGN_FW340J_B_Notebook.html

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[BorderLord]

It's a good system as long as Windoze doesn't come with it.

 

[Deuterion]

It's a good system as long as Windoze doesn't come with it.

You are so right about that! Like who would seriously want to use an Operating System that is used by 94% of the world and compatible with about 90% of all Applications written?

 

[Yogi Bear]

I saw a white Macbook on sale for $799 and was real tempted on getting it (pretty sure could sell it craigslist at that price next year) I really just bought the laptop I have now so no need for one.

Still 799 after rebate at www.microcenter.com until 5/10/09


What I want to know is which laptop has the loudest built in speakers? I have seen an Aspire 6930 and a Toshiba model that had a subwoofer but there seems to be no way to tell other than in person.