Looking for a Laptop
Friday
Apr 18, 2008
Since my work involves all things new media, my wife suggested I get a new laptop as a backup device for those times when I need power and mobility. Apart from the Mac Mini I use as my main work machine, my two-year old Compaq V2000, and the Asus Eee I carry around almost anywhere, I do certainly think I need another one.
We’ve been eyeing several brands and models previously. And this included the new Acer Gemstone series. From experience, I wasn’t too keen with Acer laptops, given some (perceived) quality issues. I thought this would be fixed with the Gemstone. But some colleagues who have been using Acer Gemstone laptops say otherwise.
So we’re left with other brands. With a budget of PhP 50,000 or less (that’s about $1,200) I know the choices are a bit limited. We could get a Fujitsu or a Sony Vaio (usually costing PhP 100,000 plus)—expensive, but probably more durable and usable than others.
Any suggestions?
Comments
icy
April 18th, 2008 at 9:37 am
I suggest get an hp pavillion or dell laptop, then upgrade the battery for power and mobility. Maybe a battery that can live from 6-12 hours.
David
April 18th, 2008 at 10:55 am
I highly recommend Lenovo’s ThinkPad line, I have a T43 and it’s wonderful, and I know many people that still swear by their T42’s.
They have strong build quality, and while aren’t the prettiest, they function well.
I also like my MacBook Pro. Its fairly reasonable and works well enough.
What do you want to do with the laptop though? I am assuming you want to do more than the EEE is capable of? A higher end HP or Dell might be up your alley.
Jon Limjap
April 18th, 2008 at 11:38 am
What issues did your friends have with their Gemstones? I have a 4520G gemstone and I’m quite happy with it.
J. Angelo Racoma
April 18th, 2008 at 11:42 am
@Icy – I saw an ad for a 12.1” Dell Vostro at about PhP 50k. Dell has recently officially launched here (though their customer service and tech support has been outsourced here in the country for some time now).
@David – I know you do swear by your T43.
The Eee suits my needs when mobile. But at the office, sometimes I need something more powerful and faster. I could go for a MacBook. The MBP is a bit too pricey for me.
BTW, I used to be a ThinkPad loyalist, too!
@Jon – Overheating, actually, which tends to damage internals and RAM modules.
ba
April 18th, 2008 at 2:55 pm
Akin na lang Eee mo. Hahaha
tdhedengren
April 18th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
I’m not sure how prices are in your part of the world, but I’d reckon a HP dv series laptop would do the trick, they’re pretty good looking too. All my Acer experiences (3 laptops + another 2 in the company) are very good though, quality stuff.
Lenovo gives you pretty much computer for your money, btw. Helped a friend shop a low budget one a month ago, nice C2D processor, 2 GB RAM and everything, for a very good price. I’m impressed. Good screen too.
j4s0n
April 19th, 2008 at 8:55 am
Low end Macbook?
Andre Marcelo-Tanner
April 19th, 2008 at 4:59 pm
ya cant you get a low end macbook for 50k? or less?
Ary
April 20th, 2008 at 12:08 am
I have Dell Latitude D630. Fast and reliable! For internet surfing and for gaming!
Ary
April 20th, 2008 at 12:08 am
I have Dell Latitude D630. Fast and reliable! For Working, internet surfing and for gaming!
jpreyes
May 15th, 2008 at 12:44 am
i suggest an hp pavillion laptop. buy online. it will only cost you 600-700usd. just below 30,000 PHP. and that is already a 3gb, 250 gb hdd, core 2 duo..
Edel
July 17th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
Hi Sir! I’m thinking about buying a laptop and I already have one in mind. You might want to take a look:
http://www.edelweiza.com/2008/07/i-want-new-laptop.html
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