Seahorsepip Veteran Posted June 16, 2015 Veteran Share Posted June 16, 2015 Which laptop should I buy? It's for university and some gaming, budget is $2000. I've been looking at lenovo and msi workstations and some other brands, too much choice D: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Fahim S. MVC Posted June 16, 2015 MVC Share Posted June 16, 2015 Might seem like a weird question, but how portable would you like it to be? Are you actually planning to carry it around? Are you always going to be near a power outlet, or do have any requirements for how long it can run on battery? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Frank B. Subscriber² Posted June 16, 2015 Subscriber² Share Posted June 16, 2015 I'd suggest looking at the Dell XPS 15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindovermaster Moderator Posted June 16, 2015 Moderator Share Posted June 16, 2015 You ever look at university's Laptop sales? They normally have good deals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahorsepip Veteran Posted June 16, 2015 Author Veteran Share Posted June 16, 2015 University offers hp zbook 15 with low configured specs which I'm not very fond of I saw the dell xps 15 and it's on my list. Looking for a15inch laptop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iogbrideau Posted June 18, 2015 Share Posted June 18, 2015 What kind of gaming will you do, and at the university will you have specific programs running other than an office suite? (Thinking about Cad or rendering software). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draconian Guppy Posted June 18, 2015 Share Posted June 18, 2015 i'd say anything by Asus laptops ROG edition, best bang per buck IMO, I would stray from away from major brands like alienware, you are basically paying for brand name http://www.amazon.com/G751JY-DH71-17-3-inch-Gaming-GeForce-Graphics/dp/B00NWE9RPA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1434660712&sr=8-3&keywords=asus+rog+laptop 1 Yr International Warranty & 1 Yr Accidental Damage Protection cheaper version: http://www.amazon.com/G751JT-DH72-17-3-Inch-GeForce-GTX970M-Graphics/dp/B00OBQ5950/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1434660712&sr=8-6&keywords=asus+rog+laptop though 17 inch no both http://www.maingear.com/ somewhat expensive but nice design --- after asus, this would be my second best choice, not to mention aluminum chassis are sexy cool! http://www.maingear.com/custom/notebooks/pulse15/index.php http://www.maingear.com/custom/notebooks/nomad15/index.php http://www.falcon-nw.com/ My fav uber customizeable, but double the uber expensive. http://www.originpc.com/ nice chassis. https://www.pugetsys...5/customize.php again more customization, but crazy expensive. http://www.xoticpc.com/custom-gaming-laptops-notebooks-gaming-laptops-ct-118_96_98.html and a whole bunch so you can browse to your hearts content dustinholloway1 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevTech Posted June 18, 2015 Share Posted June 18, 2015 Your decision would be easier if you nail down more requirements. For example my next laptop must have a minimum of 32 gig RAM which narrows the field a lot. Then the graphics card can be a limitation. Some models from Alienware, Origin etc allow upgrading the CPU and the Graphics card later on which some people appreciate. Then there is fashion - thin, light etc - People will complain about 2.1 lbs vs 2.6 lbs and then spend an hour a day at an exercise club lifting heavy weights - why not buy a 20 lb laptop, carry it around all day and save the hour! That way you get your 16 core Xeon anywhere you want it! http://www.originpc.com/gaming/laptops/eon15-x/''>Origin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahorsepip Veteran Posted June 19, 2015 Author Veteran Share Posted June 19, 2015 I ended up with a Lenovo Y50-70 with an i7, gtx860m, 16gb ram and a uhd display. It has a numpad which is a big requirement in my opinion and it's known for not getting very hot at a high load. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason S. Global Moderator Posted June 19, 2015 Global Moderator Share Posted June 19, 2015 should be a nice machine. post some comments and/or pics when you get it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahorsepip Veteran Posted June 20, 2015 Author Veteran Share Posted June 20, 2015 Returned it, yellow was mustard green on the display which also started to show signs of edge bleed. I ordered a asus zenbook pro ux501 which was a bit more expensive. I'll be getting it monday. Stay tuned for my experience with that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahorsepip Veteran Posted June 22, 2015 Author Veteran Share Posted June 22, 2015 should be a nice machine. post some comments and/or pics when you get it Got my Asus Zenbook Pro UX501 I'll post a review next few days. FunkyMike 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunkyMike Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Which laptop should I buy? It's for university and some gaming, budget is $2000. I've been looking at lenovo and msi workstations and some other brands, too much choice D: Not sure about warranty in NL but in Germany laptops tend to get 2 year warranties. Especially worth it if you need a fan / keyboard replacement after the first year is up. You never know if some tipsy girl during study hour might spill some malibu coke on your precious keys either. Always good to have new buttons to push... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkol Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Got my Asus Zenbook Pro UX501 I'll post a review next few days. It looks good. Just read few reviews on it. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahorsepip Veteran Posted June 22, 2015 Author Veteran Share Posted June 22, 2015 Not sure about warranty in NL but in Germany laptops tend to get 2 year warranties. Especially worth it if you need a fan / keyboard replacement after the first year is up. You never know if some tipsy girl during study hour might spill some malibu coke on your precious keys either. Always good to have new buttons to push... Got insurance on it and the shop offers 3 year warranty. The NL law only allows for 2 years warranty at minimum with the exception of 2nd hand products, refurbished products etc. It looks good. Just read few reviews on it. Good luck. Best laptop I've ever had, it's amazing and ridiculously fast. FunkyMike 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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