Samsung RC520 v Lenovo Z570

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Looking for some advice here. Considering these two laptops which one would you go for, the specs seem pretty much the same, and the price is about the same (approx £550). The Samsung has a cashback of £50 as well, though would have to act quickly as it expires in couple of days.
So ££ wise Samsung would be a better option, although I prefer look of Lenovo (it seems more smudge proof to me) but I'm not that bothered and could live with few smudges really.

So I supose it comes down to reliability etc.

Feedback please. Thanks



These are the specs for each one (from Amazon):

Samsung RC520

Product Features

• Intel Core i5 Processor 2410M (2.30 GHz, 3 MB) Processor
• Peace of mind - the RC520 is the ideal choice if you like to play things safe, as it is designed to protect you and your data from the risks of everyday life
• Be more productive - with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, the next generation Operating System
• Outstanding images and multimedia - the RC520 is designed to enhance your life on the move with its brilliant graphics, ultra-sharp LED screen and comprehensive multimedia capability
• Uncompromising performance - combining powerful computing with incredible graphics and long battery life makes the RC520 the perfect road companion giving you anywhere, anytime mobile computing
• Enhanced usability - the RC520 includes a range of advanced tools and features to help you stay in touch and get things done fast

Technical Details


Model Name: RC520
Part Number: NP-RC520-S02UK
Operating System: Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium (64bit)
Processor: Intel Core i5 Processor 2410M (2.30 GHz, 3 MB)
Main Chipset: Intel HM65
Memory: 6Gb DDR3
Memory Slot: 2 x SODIMM
Display: LCD 15.6 inch LED HD (1366 x 768) 16:9 Gloss
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M (Optimus)
Graphic Memory: 1Gb gDDR3 (Ext. Graphic)
HDD: 750Gb (5400 rpm S-ATA)
ODD: Super Multi Dual Layer (S-ATA)
Modem: No
Wired Ethernet LAN: Gigabit LAN
Wireless LAN: 802.11bg/n
Bluetooth: Bluetooth v3.0 High Speed
Sound: HD (High Definition) Audio
Sound Effect: SRS 3D Sound Effect, Mic Noise Suppression
Speaker: 3 W Stereo Speaker (1.5 W x 2)
Integrated Camera: 1.3 MP HD Web Camera
I/O Ports: VGA, HDMI, Headphone-out, Mic-in, Internal Mic, 4 x USB 2.0, Multi Card Slot (4-in-1 (SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC)), RJ45, DC-In
Security: Norton Internet Security 2011 (Free 60 days trial), BIOS Boot Up Password, HDD Password, Kensington Lock Port, Samsung Recovery Solution
AC Adapter: 60 Watt
Battery: 6 Cell
Dimensions (WxDxH): 381.7 x 256.5 x 29.2 - 35.1 mm
Weight: 2.48 Kg
Software (Safety): Samsung Recovery Solution, Samsung Support Center, Norton Internet Security (Free 60-day Trial), HDD Password
Software (Utility): Samsung Fast Start, Easy Speedup Manager, Easy Network Manager, Battery Life Extender, Easy Display Manager, Samsung Update Plus, Sleep-and-Charge USB, Easy File Share, Easy Content Share
Software (Multimedia): CyberLink YouCam, Game Console
Warranty: 1 year Collect and Return

Lenovo Ideapad Z570

Product Features

• Intel Quick Sync makes creating, editing, formatting and sharing AV files super easy
• DirectShare - easily synchronise your files with another notebook without connecting to the internet
• Stereo speakers with SRS Premium Sound audio enhancement
• OneKey Theater II - one-touch audio-visual optimisation for clearer, brighter images and richer audio
• VeriFace face recognition - a fun way to login to your PC

Technical Details


Range: Z Series;Model Name: Z570;Part Number: M555XUK (Gunmetal);EAN Barcode: 0886605538014;Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64bits;Processor: Intel Core i5 2430M 2.4GHz with 3MB Cache;Main Chipset: ---;Memory: 6Gb (2Gb+4Gb) DDR3 1333MHz;Memory Slot: 2x Slot SODIMM;Display: 15.6 inch Backlit WLED HD display (1366x768), 16:9 widescreen;Graphics: NVIDIA� Geforce� GT520M;Graphics Memory: 1Gb;Sound: SRS� Premium Surround Sound� audio enhancement;Speakers: 2.0 speakers (2*1.5W);Integrated Camera: 2.0M integrated web camera;Hard Drive: 750Gb 5400rpm SATA;Optical: DVDRW;Modem: ---;Wired Ethernet LAN: 10/100M;Wireless LAN: WiFi 802.11b/g/n;WWAN: ---;Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.1;Interfaces: 4 x USB2.0 ports (1 combo with eSATA), 5-in-1 card reader(SD/SD pro/MMC/MS pro/XD), RJ-45, VGA, internal analog microphone, 1/8� stereo headphone output & microphone input combo jack, HDMI;Input: AccuType keyboard;Touch Pad/Touch Screen: Multi-touch touchpad;TPM: ---;IAMT: ---;Fingerprint Reader: ---;Recovery: OneKey� Rescue System 7.0;Virus: McAfee� VirusScan Plus 10;Security: VeriFace� 4.0;Lock: ---;Power: AC Adapter 65 Watt;Battery: 6-Cell Lithium 2.2A;Dimensions (WxDxH): 376x250x 20mm;Weight: 2.6Kg;Warranty: 1 Year Collect and Return;Installed Software: CyberLink YouCam 3.1, Lenovo� Ready Comm5.0, Energy Management 6.0, Windows Live Essentials, Microsoft Bing Bar 6.0, Lenovo� DirectShare 1.0, OneKey� Theatre II, Microsoft� Office 2010 Starter, PowerDVD10/PowerDVD10 BD, Power2Go/Power2Go BD, Lenovo Games Console, Adobe� Reader� 9.4

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No opinions at all

surely someone can feedback on their experience of either brand... Even if not the same model.
What's your experience of Samsung laptop or Lenovo laptop... Any feedback welcome, but in particular things such as reliability, battery life, ease of use... Also experience wiith customer service, ease of upgrade...

Mamt thanks