Sub-£350 powerful laptops discussion

JDPower

Very good price for a 3rd gen i5 Dell, courtesy of HUKD:

http://www.dell.com/uk/p/inspiron-15-3520/pd?oc=n0015m31&model_id=inspiron-15-3520

Use voucher code: 6LKMJLMZ13LT4P for an extra 10% off bringing the price down to £350.10. Oh and go through TCB or Quidco for a few quid more off

beefster

Any thoughts on this Lenovo G585 from argos at £299, not sure if the processor is any good?

Tough but stylish, this laptop is built to last and perfect for all the family. With HD graphic support and integrated stereo speakers it's made to display your multimedia. It also features VeriFace face recognition technology which provides a fun and easy way to login to your PC.


CPU, Memory and Operating System:

• AMD dual core E series processor.
• 4GB DDR3 RAM memory.
• 1TB SATA hard drive.
• Microsoft Windows 8.

Display features:

• 15.6 inch display.

Interfaces and connectivity:

• 3 USB ports.
• 1 Ethernet port.
• Built-in webcam.

General features:

• Weight 2.6kg.

Usage will be photography work, general homework stuff, downloading music / BBC Iplayer, Skype etc.

thanks

-TangleFoot-

beefster wrote: »

Any thoughts on this Lenovo G585 from argos at £299, not sure if the processor is any good?

It doesn't actually specify, but at a guess it's either an E1-1200 or E2-1800.

NiftyDigits

-TangleFoot- wrote: »

It doesn't actually specify, but at a guess it's either an E1-1200 or E2-1800.

It's the AMD E-300.

If one doesn't need such a large HDD, perhaps this Acer Aspire V5-531-967B4G32Makk for £229.99 after Cashback is worth a look, in conjunction with this Acer AcerAdvantage New Edition warranty upgrade for £31.99. So £261.98 in total.

AcerAdvantage New Edition warranty upgrade to 3 years pick up & delivery including accidental damage insurance

Free Help Desk for the entire warranty extension period. (excl. telephone costs)
Repairs within 5 working days.
30% discount on the purchase of a spare battery for the registered computer when purchased directly from Acer customer service and by credit card.
Right to participate in special offers and promotions at authorised dealers
For accidental damages coverage only:
Free repairs of accidental damages (for the breakdown of the display an European immunity of 100€ + taxes shall be paid).
3 years incl. International Travellers Warranty

-TangleFoot-

NiftyDigits wrote: »

It's the AMD E-300.

I don't think so.

NiftyDigits

-TangleFoot- wrote: »

I don't think so.

Example

In addition; fourth question down

-TangleFoot-

NiftyDigits wrote: »

fourth question down

Conflicting answers further down: #7, #9. The former is labelled Argos answer.

Hi,

The processor of the Lenovo G585 15.6 Inch 1TB 4GB Laptop is either the E2-1800 or the E1-1200. Also, there are 2 x 3.0 USB ports and 1 x 2.0 USB port.

Hope this helps, thanks for using Argos Q&A

23 January 2013 by Argos_Helper_160

Brandy9090

Hi, can anyone advise please?
My mum is 68 and looking to buyher first laptop. She would likesomething that is easy to use and will allow her to browse the internet, send afew emails and store some photos. Anysuggestions gratefully received.

-TangleFoot-

Brandy9090 wrote: »

She would likesomething that is easy to use and will allow her to browse the internet, send afew emails and store some photos.

Does it have to be a laptop? Tablets do all of those things too.

beefster

-TangleFoot- wrote: »

Conflicting answers further down: #7, #9. The former is labelled Argos answer.

I am none the wiser.... processors confuse the hell out of me as to what is better... do i need a great spec one for my non gaming usage.

So for £299 the Acer is better value but their reliability has been questioned?