well i'm probably going to be in the market for a new laptop here shortly. my macbook pro has been awesome to me for 1.5 yrs, but i think i need to get rid of it and get something more suited for gaming/poker since i don't want to travel with my desktop. what should i be looking for as far as graphics go? i want it to be able to run bf3 on low/mid settings, have a backlit keyboard, be able to install an ssd easily, high resolution, etc. i would like to keep it under 1k if possible. tyty
How the tables have turned lol.
no backlit keyboard, but i have this
IdeaPad Y470 Laptop - 08552DU
It works really well, can run Skyrim on high so I'd assume could play BF3 quite high, has about 9 hours of battery life and I'd definitely recommend it
IdeaPad Y470 Laptop - 08552DU
It works really well, can run Skyrim on high so I'd assume could play BF3 quite high, has about 9 hours of battery life and I'd definitely recommend it
Would say HP but I know you dislike that brand. My friend has an ASUS that runs BF3 just as well as my HP so you should look into that brand as well.
Last edited by Roc18 (2011-12-05 00:35:41)
- Gaming
- Laptop
pick one
I love my Vaio E but it's getting abit dated now and Sony's other models are kinda pricey...
inb4 someone says Alienware
- Laptop
pick one
I love my Vaio E but it's getting abit dated now and Sony's other models are kinda pricey...
inb4 someone says Alienware
Last edited by FloppY_ (2011-12-05 01:31:27)
Your thoughts, insights, and musings on this matter intrigue me
Not necessarily true - when you think about how many laptops nowadays have the ability to swap GPUs depending on your power profile and a fast Intel processor at a low clock speed is still faster than an Atom, then you can easily have both. The only real trade-off is in terms of weight and size.FloppY_ wrote:
- Gaming
- Laptop
pick one
I love my Vaio E but it's getting abit dated now and Sony's other models are kinda pricey...
inb4 someone says Alienware
>gaming
>laptop
pick one
>laptop
pick one
I've picked 2 for the past 3-4 years with no issues.Finray wrote:
>gaming
>laptop
pick one
I use my current 17 inch HP laptop to game/study/watch movies/surf forums/talk to people etc + it fits in my Jansport backpack no problem. The ability to easily carry around a computer that can run games this well is a huge bonus. Instead of a tower that has to stay in one place and isn't easy to move around.
>dat jansport
i don't think I could go back to gaming on anything less than a 19"Roc18 wrote:
I've picked 2 for the past 3-4 years with no issues.Finray wrote:
>gaming
>laptop
pick one
I use my current 17 inch HP laptop to game/study/watch movies/surf forums/talk to people etc + it fits in my Jansport backpack no problem. The ability to easily carry around a computer that can run games this well is a huge bonus. Instead of a tower that has to stay in one place and isn't easy to move around.
for a fatty you're a serious intellectual lightweight.
well i will also have a 24" monitor, so screen size of the laptop isnt too important. asus, dell xps, and vaio are my top 3 choices atm. dont really want to go with hp, but i could possibly be persuaded that direction
I'd recommend the Dell XPS over the ones listed. You won't come in at under 1k, though.
The shape of an eye in front of the ocean, digging for stones and throwing them against its window pane. Take it down dreamer, take it down deep. - Other Families
I do believe thats the point.
Yeah 15" is my max for a laptop, any bigger just feels stupid..
Your thoughts, insights, and musings on this matter intrigue me
If you're intending on using it as basically a desktop, just easier to travel, not thought of making a "LAN box"?
Or do you actually need to use it's screen and stuff when gaming?
Or do you actually need to use it's screen and stuff when gaming?
yeah, i need an actual laptop for chillin around the house and stuff, plus having the laptop screen + a monitor screen is necessaryFFLink wrote:
If you're intending on using it as basically a desktop, just easier to travel, not thought of making a "LAN box"?
Or do you actually need to use it's screen and stuff when gaming?
I agree with Winston on the Lenovo, get a dock for it also
isn't skyrim on an old engine? well, old compared to frostbite 2?Winston_Churchill wrote:
no backlit keyboard, but i have this
IdeaPad Y470 Laptop - 08552DU
It works really well, can run Skyrim on high so I'd assume could play BF3 quite high, has about 9 hours of battery life and I'd definitely recommend it
for a fatty you're a serious intellectual lightweight.
pretty sure they created a new engine for skyrim. theyre both pretty demanding games, that laptop has a 550M which has never had a problem for me with anything at all.
I thought it was on the same one as FO3?
According to Gamebryo's WIKI Skyrim uses Gamebryo like Morrwind, Oblivion, Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas before it... Don't know if "Creation" is what Bethesda calls their modification of it or if one of the WIKI pages are wrong...WIKI wrote:
Skyrim is powered by Bethesda's own Creation Engine which is the company's new engine. Bethesda has officially stated that the engine will be used at least in one more project apart from Skyrim.
Last edited by FloppY_ (2011-12-07 09:49:29)
Your thoughts, insights, and musings on this matter intrigue me
Excellent condition, rarely used, purchased in April with original receipt so still under manufacturers warranty. I originally paid $979 + 8.75% tax. Price $850 + Shipping, or can pick up if So Cal OC or LA area.
ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer
Core i7 Notebook 5 Stars Featuring ASUS exclusive SonicMaster Technology—approved and co-developed by world-famous Bang and Olufsen ICEpower—and a unique top-mounted speaker design, the ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer provides an unsurpassed, ear-pleasing experience. The ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer has the power and seamless capabilities to achieve and enjoy more with great efficiency and a smooth user experience. Resource-intensive programs are no problem for the ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer thanks to a second generation Intel Core i7-2630QM 2.0GHz processor, with Turbo Boost Technology, and 4 gigs of DDR3 memory. The ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer also features a NVIDIA GeForce GT 550M graphics solution to support its High-Definition display. The 15.6-inch diagonal widescreen display features a 1366 x 768 resolution for 720p HD content playback. The ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer has built in 802.11/b/g/n wireless, Bluetooth, a 2.0 megapixel webcam, and a 3-in-1 media card reader as well. Store your data on the 750GB hard drive and enjoy your favorite movies with the built-in DVD SuperMulti drive. This excellent all-purpose PC comes running Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit operating system.
Display 15.6-inch widescreen display with 1366 x 768 resolution
Processor Intel Core i7-2630QM 2.0GHz quad-core processor and 4GB of DDR3 Memory
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GT 550M graphics (2GB DDR3 dedicated VRAM)
Storage 750GB hard drive
Memory 4GB DDR-3
Wreless DVD-SuperMulti Drive
Optical Drive 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth wireless
Here is a link to the actual computer (On sale here for 1285) also Buy.com is sold out.
https://grizzlypc.com/Asus_N_Series.html
should i do this? if so, whats the max i should pay?
ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer
Core i7 Notebook 5 Stars Featuring ASUS exclusive SonicMaster Technology—approved and co-developed by world-famous Bang and Olufsen ICEpower—and a unique top-mounted speaker design, the ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer provides an unsurpassed, ear-pleasing experience. The ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer has the power and seamless capabilities to achieve and enjoy more with great efficiency and a smooth user experience. Resource-intensive programs are no problem for the ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer thanks to a second generation Intel Core i7-2630QM 2.0GHz processor, with Turbo Boost Technology, and 4 gigs of DDR3 memory. The ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer also features a NVIDIA GeForce GT 550M graphics solution to support its High-Definition display. The 15.6-inch diagonal widescreen display features a 1366 x 768 resolution for 720p HD content playback. The ASUS N53SN-XR2 Laptop Computer has built in 802.11/b/g/n wireless, Bluetooth, a 2.0 megapixel webcam, and a 3-in-1 media card reader as well. Store your data on the 750GB hard drive and enjoy your favorite movies with the built-in DVD SuperMulti drive. This excellent all-purpose PC comes running Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit operating system.
Display 15.6-inch widescreen display with 1366 x 768 resolution
Processor Intel Core i7-2630QM 2.0GHz quad-core processor and 4GB of DDR3 Memory
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GT 550M graphics (2GB DDR3 dedicated VRAM)
Storage 750GB hard drive
Memory 4GB DDR-3
Wreless DVD-SuperMulti Drive
Optical Drive 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth wireless
Here is a link to the actual computer (On sale here for 1285) also Buy.com is sold out.
https://grizzlypc.com/Asus_N_Series.html
should i do this? if so, whats the max i should pay?
If you're trying to stay under 1,000 that's about the best you can do without buying a refurbished one like I did. If you're willing to spend a little over 1,000 maybe you can find a nice once that's slightly more powerful on ebay. I paid $899 for my refurbished HP with these specs, so you figure it out and see if you can do better.
My friend has an ASUS and they work just as well as any HP.
PROCESSOR
Intel Core i7-2720QM (2.2GHz / 6MB Smart Cache) up to 3.3Ghz
MEMORY
8GB DDR3 SDRAM (2 DIMMS)
Number of RAM slots: 2
HARD DRIVE
640GB SATA Hard Drive
DISPLAY
17.3" diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView LED 1600 x 900
MULTIMEDIA DRIVE
Blu-ray/SuperMulti 8X DVD�R/RW
GRAPHICS CARD
1GB ATI HD 6770M Graphics
NETWORKING
Integrated 10/100 Ethernet
COMMUNICATION
802.11 b/g/n Wireless
DIGITAL MEDIA
5-In-1 Media Card Reader
KEYBOARD
101-key compatible with island-style Full Size keyboard
POINTING DEVICE
HP Touchpad
SOUND
Stereo speakers
OTHER
Webcam
POWER
Lithium-Ion battery
OPERATING SYSTEM
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64 Bit)
Warranty
90 Days HP Warranty
My friend has an ASUS and they work just as well as any HP.
PROCESSOR
Intel Core i7-2720QM (2.2GHz / 6MB Smart Cache) up to 3.3Ghz
MEMORY
8GB DDR3 SDRAM (2 DIMMS)
Number of RAM slots: 2
HARD DRIVE
640GB SATA Hard Drive
DISPLAY
17.3" diagonal High-Definition HP BrightView LED 1600 x 900
MULTIMEDIA DRIVE
Blu-ray/SuperMulti 8X DVD�R/RW
GRAPHICS CARD
1GB ATI HD 6770M Graphics
NETWORKING
Integrated 10/100 Ethernet
COMMUNICATION
802.11 b/g/n Wireless
DIGITAL MEDIA
5-In-1 Media Card Reader
KEYBOARD
101-key compatible with island-style Full Size keyboard
POINTING DEVICE
HP Touchpad
SOUND
Stereo speakers
OTHER
Webcam
POWER
Lithium-Ion battery
OPERATING SYSTEM
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64 Bit)
Warranty
90 Days HP Warranty
Last edited by Roc18 (2011-12-11 00:01:12)