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Laptop @ 15-20K Budget

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Xai
Xai Original post #1
Dec 7, 2012 at 11:56 AM
1) What is your budget? (INR or USD)

- Between 15-20K INR. The lower the better.

2) What size & weight consideration (if any) would you prefer?

- No constraints. With this budget I think ~15" max would be available.


3) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?

- No preference. Whatever works best at this price range for the requirements below.

4) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?

- This laptop is mainly for training purposes for my younger sister. Mostly DOS, Microsoft Office stuff. Watching movies is secondary, and no specific emphasis on gaming.

5) What screen resolution(s) & type (glossy/matte) would you prefer?

- Whatever is manageable within the budget.

6) Anything else you would like to say? (eg: local purchase, ASS,matte/glossy finish)

- Local purchase (from Chandni Chawk, Kolkata) is preferred. Warranty details, if available.

Thanks for your time!
coderunknown
Dec 7, 2012 at 12:10 PM
Toshiba Satellite C850-P5010
Xai
Xai #3
Dec 7, 2012 at 12:41 PM
Thanks. Any cheaper alternatives, within 17K?
coderunknown
Dec 7, 2012 at 1:18 PM
Don't think so. But locally you'll find this piece cheaper just check that it has 2nd gen Pentium Dual Core (B9x0) and not 1st gen (P6x00).
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kevz22 #5
Dec 7, 2012 at 8:24 PM
If you want a cheaper alternative then try to get the Toshiba Satellite C665 which is the older version of the C850 with the first gen.P6200 Processor and 2 USB ports. Rest everything is same as the C850.