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miss_jody · 03-06-2008, 12:58 PM

I need a new laptop...
i don't want the mac notebook
i want something light and powerful

any suggestions?

aico · 03-06-2008, 01:13 PM

no such device exists.

Paco, of Large Cash. · 03-06-2008, 01:49 PM

Typically, the lighter you go the smaller the screen will be. Most 2 - 4lbs laptops have a 12.4" screen (or even smaller). Also, to make them lighter they strip away things such as optical drive (Apple etc). Thus, making the thing lighter tends to reduce performance. Also, the lighter they go the more they reduce battery power/life.

Either way, some of the best rated laptops are from Dell, such as the XPS M1530.

Here is the meat and potatoes of the thingy:
* 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen
* "Crimson" red paint (also available in "Tuxedo" black or "Alpine" white)
* 2.2GHz Core 2 Duo T7500 processor, Santa Rosa chipset (up to 2.4GHz available)
* 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM (up to 4GB DDR2 SDRAM available)
* 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD (32GB SSD drive available)
* Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive
* NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3
* WWAN option for Verizon
* Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option
* Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam
* HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader
* Windows Vista Home Premium <-- I'd change this to XP.
* Dimensions (with 6-cell battery): 14.06" x 10.34" x 0.93" - 1.38"
* Weight starts at 5.9 pounds with 6-cell battery (6.29 pounds with 9-cell)

Me, IF I was to ever buy a new craptop, it would only be an Alienware system!

Big_D · 03-06-2008, 01:50 PM

^ what he said

03-06-2008, 01:53 PM

sony and dell make some lightweight 13.3" laptops that are lightwieght...

soulboy · 03-06-2008, 01:56 PM

why don't you try the HP 12" convertible laptops, they are hot and good as hell

Lycanthrope · 03-06-2008, 02:11 PM

Lenovo Thinkpad T Series, or if weight and portability is really important, the X Series.

minddust · 03-06-2008, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lycanthrope

Lenovo Thinkpad T Series, or if weight and portability is really important, the X Series.

Sosa · 03-06-2008, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lycanthrope

Lenovo Thinkpad T Series, or if weight and portability is really important, the X Series.

I second a Lenovo. Great machines

miss_jody · 03-07-2008, 10:54 AM

thanks for the input..
i'll def check those ones out

sandman! · 03-07-2008, 11:31 AM

lenova t60 14.1' with an extended battery.

WiredGuy · 03-07-2008, 02:18 PM

I like the Dell XPS laptops, really thin and powerful.
WG

MeganS · 03-07-2008, 03:33 PM

i just ordered a new alienware laptop .. they are light in comparission to the screen size and such.

Megan

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03-06-2008, 01:49 PM	#3
Paco, of Large Cash. Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: --> . <-- Posts: 2,267	Typically, the lighter you go the smaller the screen will be. Most 2 - 4lbs laptops have a 12.4" screen (or even smaller). Also, to make them lighter they strip away things such as optical drive (Apple etc). Thus, making the thing lighter tends to reduce performance. Also, the lighter they go the more they reduce battery power/life. Either way, some of the best rated laptops are from Dell, such as the XPS M1530. Here is the meat and potatoes of the thingy: * 15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800) CCFL glossy screen * "Crimson" red paint (also available in "Tuxedo" black or "Alpine" white) * 2.2GHz Core 2 Duo T7500 processor, Santa Rosa chipset (up to 2.4GHz available) * 2GB DDR2-667 SDRAM (up to 4GB DDR2 SDRAM available) * 160GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD (32GB SSD drive available) * Slot-loading dual-layer DVD±RW drive * NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3 * WWAN option for Verizon * Ethernet, 802.11a/g/n (Intel 4965), Bluetooth option * Integrated 2.0 megapixel webcam * HDMI, VGA, S-Video, Firewire/1394, three USB 2.0 ports, integrated media reader (MS, SD, xD), fingerprint reader * Windows Vista Home Premium <-- I'd change this to XP. * Dimensions (with 6-cell battery): 14.06" x 10.34" x 0.93" - 1.38" * Weight starts at 5.9 pounds with 6-cell battery (6.29 pounds with 9-cell) Me, IF I was to ever buy a new craptop, it would only be an Alienware system!

03-06-2008, 01:50 PM	#4
Big_D CRAZY MOFUKKA Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 3,296	^ what he said

03-06-2008, 01:53 PM	#5
LilBro Guest Posts: n/a	sony and dell make some lightweight 13.3" laptops that are lightwieght...

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