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Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 05 Aug 2011, 22:08

I don't want a new desktop. I have a desktop. I am looking for a computer to graze the Internet with, that's all. But it has to be a computer (hate those smartphones) and a cheap one.

hatsforclowns · Unread postby **hatsforclowns** » 05 Aug 2011, 23:59

Just go for a cheap HP (e.g. G6, DV6), or a more expensive Asus or Samsung if you want more.

I wouldn't go for anything "mini" unless you're talking Mini-/Nano-/Pico-ITX.

GreatEmerald · Unread postby **GreatEmerald** » 06 Aug 2011, 19:46

Well, if you have a desktop, then why do you need something else? When will the new computer take priority over your desktop?

Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 06 Aug 2011, 22:10

Good lord...

I can't take my desktop on holiday, that's why I need a laptop.

GreatEmerald · Unread postby **GreatEmerald** » 07 Aug 2011, 10:11

You just gave yourself an answer, then. Go for a laptop.

Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 07 Aug 2011, 10:27

So not a mini?

GreatEmerald · Unread postby **GreatEmerald** » 07 Aug 2011, 11:59

Netbook, you mean? No. Laptops have more space, which means a lower price for the same performance.

hatsforclowns · Unread postby **hatsforclowns** » 07 Aug 2011, 13:24

HP G7-1101so - 4000 kr
HP: Technical specifications

AMD Athlon 2 x2 P360 2.3 GHz
1x4 GiB DDR3
500 GiB S-ATA 5400 rpm
17.3 in 1600x900 LED
AMD Radeon HD 6470M 512 MiB DDR3

HP DV6-6042eo - 6200 kr
HP: Technical specifications

AMD Phenom 2 x4 P960 1.8 GHz
2x4 GiB DDR3
1 TiB S-ATA 5400 rpm
15.6 in 1366x768 LED
AMD Radeon HD 6650M 1 GiB DDR3

Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 07 Aug 2011, 14:22

Too expensive. I'm thinking more like:

Acer eMachines E442 15.6" HD - 3000 kr

AMD V series V160 / 2.4 GHz
2 GB DDR3 SDRAM - 1066 MHz
320 GB - 5400 rpm
15.6" TFT 1366 x 768 (WXGA) LED-background
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250

I don't need the DVD drive, but I guess it doesn't hurt too much to have it there ... but then again it's one more thing that can break.

If HP:

HP Compaq Presario CQ56-230 15.6" HD LED - 3000 kr (on sale)

Intel Celeron T3500 / 2.1 GHz (not wild about the Celeron range)
3 GB DDR2 SDRAM
320 GB - Serial ATA-300 - 5400 rpm
15.6" TFT 1366 x 768 (WXGA) LED-background
Intel GMA 4500M Dynamic Video Memory Technology 5.0 1280 MB

GreatEmerald · Unread postby **GreatEmerald** » 07 Aug 2011, 14:46

eMachines? From what I hear, those have a tendency to explode and fry themslves.

hatsforclowns · Unread postby **hatsforclowns** » 07 Aug 2011, 15:01

eMachines? From what I hear, those have a tendency to explode and fry themslves.

And Acer has a horrible reputation with their laptop displays, most go apeshit within a year or less.

The Compaq wouldn't be too bad, but I've had the chance to use one, and the plastic frame, stability, keyboard...lousy. Just lightly tap a keybaord button and the frame bends. Opening the lid feels like your going to rip it in half. Almost as if they stuck some laptop components inside a milk carton.

Performance-wise it would be good for surfing, office, etc., normal non-intensive activities, but the construction isn't all that good

If that's not something you worry about, it makes for a decent light work laptop.

EDIT:

Packard Bell TK11-BZ-007 -- CDON, 2390 kr

HP G6-1006 -- CDON, 2890 kr

MSI CR650 -- CDON, 2890 kr

Fujitsu AH530 -- CDON, 3490 kr

Closer to your price class -- I assume around 3000 kr. I've had and tried and HP and Fujitsu, and they tend to be very good bang for your buck, reliable, and solid construction. I don't know about MSI and Packard Bell, but I've heard that MSI is decent, and the Packard Bell is so cheap it's suspicious.

Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 07 Aug 2011, 16:56

I'm assuming that the Packard-Bell is cheap because the CPU is probably rubbish. The ones at 2890,- sound more promising. Anyobody know whether these have decent speed?

hatsforclowns · Unread postby **hatsforclowns** » 07 Aug 2011, 17:15

Kalah wrote:I'm assuming that the Packard-Bell is cheap because the CPU is probably rubbish. The ones at 2890,- sound more promising. Anyobody know whether these have decent speed?

It might be this one, HP G6-1006so: AMD Athlon 2 x2 P360 2.3 GHz. The MSI is AMD Dual Core E350 1.6GHz.

I have no idea why the HP is so cheap, it's listed as 3800 kr. Maybe they only have a few left? Does CDON answer queries on product details?

Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 07 Aug 2011, 17:34

I think it's part of a campaign of some sort. Lowering the prices on several different products right now could be aimed at students, since the school years starts next week.

I think I want buy that HP, actually ...

hatsforclowns · Unread postby **hatsforclowns** » 07 Aug 2011, 17:42

Kalah wrote:I think it's part of a campaign of some sort. Lowering the prices on several different products right now could be aimed at students, since the school years starts next week.

I think I want buy that HP, actually ...

Lucky sob! I bought my G62 for 600 e (~5000 kr) last year.

I wish I would have waited just a little longer...PC equipment getting better and cheaper is so unfair!

Pol · Unread postby **Pol** » 07 Aug 2011, 21:35

Packard Bell = Acer
eMachine - NO (just an empty skelet usually)
CQ56 - No, that is a horrible thing.

We were selling both of these lines, if you value yourself think a bit higher Kalah.

Ethric · Unread postby **Ethric** » 08 Aug 2011, 13:34

yeah, get a custom built one, like I have

Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 08 Aug 2011, 16:13

Where can I get a custom built laptop at that price while at the same time improving quality?

Ethric · Unread postby **Ethric** » 08 Aug 2011, 16:38

Well obviously you'll have to stop being poor first. Then price becomes a non-issue and you can get whatever you want

Kalah · Unread postby **Kalah** » 12 Aug 2011, 00:01

Unless there is any other advice, I'm buying this.

HP
Screen: 15,6" / 1366x768 LED-backlight
Graphics: ATi Radeon HD 4250
RAM: 2GB SO-DIMM DDR3 1333 MHz
HD: 320 GB, 5400 RPM, SATA
CPU: AMD E-series E350 1,6 GHz

I am wondering: is that processor OK?

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