Laptop Suggestion (35-45k )

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1) What is your budget? (INR or USD)
70k

2) What size & weight consideration (if any) would you prefer?
Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen

3) What are the primary tasks you will be performing with this notebook?
VM Ware VM /Linux /and very rarely gaming, purpose is mainly running VM for testing 2012/Win10/Kali Linux/Ubuntu
Should be able to run min 2 VM
(Would replace Mechanical HDD with SSD and Inc Ram to 18GB )
GPU 1050 requireD for opencl based applications

#Note: Previously i using "Lenovo G50-45 Notebook (APU Quad Core A8/ 8GB/ 1TB/ Free DOS/ 2GB Graph) "
upgraded to Samsung SSD and 18GB DDR3 Ram, but faces issue with 100% CPU most of the time, even on windows/Linux Single boot running Facebook+Youtube , i can feel the delay

# Note: I am not Planning for High storage , i would be moving internal mechanical HDD to CD Drive Caddy and Use SSD as Primary OS Drive, also would be upgrading Ram to Min 18GB Ram

5) Any typical configuration in your mind you're eying for ?
pref 7th gen corw i7 or 8th gen core i5 H series

6) Are you a gamer ? Planning to use Lap for gaming ?
No, i would use Desktop for it ,
but i have cuda/opencl based applications

4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
a. Like:Used Lenovo G50-45 and never faced any issue and their service was quick and would high look for Lenovo
b. Dislike:Accer, but if their product quality is good then no issue

Must have option to extend warranty to 3 years.

) Anything else you would like to say?
HD Screen
Online (Flipk or Amazon only)
Pref
1050 based gpu
Numeric side keypad

Must
Ability to upgrade to 16gb+ ram

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*www.amazon.in/HP-Notebook-bs146tu-...pID=41BNRqGUYZL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

*www.amazon.in/Lenovo-81BG00SLIN-15...pID=41WmO5SVhlL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

i would be moving internal mechanical HDD to CD Drive Caddy

Doing this would void warranty so better use internal hdd as portable hdd using usb enclosure at least for the warranty duration.Also not sure but in case of lenovo even upgrading hdd might require getting it done at their authorized service centre to avoid any potential warranty issues in future.

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Would there be a version of above Lenovo Laptop with Linux OS or DOS and built-in SSD? As the Default OS is Home edition, I can't even use Hyper-V feature unless I upgrade to Pro version, so would rather use Linux with Vmware Workstation.

2) If moving HDD to Caddy internal would void the warranty, any option for SSD model? I already have 1TB and 500GB Ext. HDD USB 3.0

HP 15 Core i5 8th Gen - (8 GB/1 TB HDD/DOS) 15-BS145TU Laptop Rs.38990 Price in India - Buy HP 15 Core i5 8th Gen - (8 GB/1 TB HDD/DOS) 15-BS145TU Laptop SParkling Black Online - HP : Flipkart.com

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Rajesh345 said:
Would there be a version of above Lenovo Laptop with Linux OS or DOS and built-in SSD? As the Default OS is Home edition, I can't even use Hyper-V feature unless I upgrade to Pro version, so would rather use Linux with Vmware Workstation.

2) If moving HDD to Caddy internal would void the warranty, any option for SSD model? I already have 1TB and 500GB Ext. HDD USB 3.0

No built-in ssd in any brand in this budget.No dos version of lenovo model I posted though there is a few thousand rupees costlier dos model with 2tb hdd which is not worth extra money to you.DOS version of hp model is posted above(bs145tu) but difference is around 1k only so why not get win 10 version(you may use it in future for some other system/laptop by using microsoft account to link that win 10 to it).

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whitestar_999 said:
*www.amazon.in/HP-Notebook-bs146tu-...pID=41BNRqGUYZL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

*www.amazon.in/Lenovo-81BG00SLIN-15...pID=41WmO5SVhlL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Doing this would void warranty so better use internal hdd as portable hdd using usb enclosure at least for the warranty duration.Also not sure but in case of lenovo even upgrading hdd might require getting it done at their authorized service centre to avoid any potential warranty issues in future.

*www.amazon.in/Lenovo-81BG00...pID=41WmO5SVhlL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

This Laptop looks good in technical spec's except in color (loves black, but its okay )

Now

Laptop Price: 41,480.00
SSD 256 GB 6500
Ram +8GB Module ~6 to 6.5 k (upgrade from authorized Lenovo CS)(price is from flipkart price)
Total = 54480

before I order the above laptop, is there any chance to get better specification laptop with a slight increase in budget ??

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Nothing better but I think hp bs146tu has a better screen but to be sure you need to check in person at some showroom.Also confirm before buying from some lenovo authorized service centre/showroom that they would upgrade ssd/ram without voiding warranty.

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Lenovo does not place warranty stickers on the screws which have to be touched to access the HDD, RAM bays. But I have heard that HP does so.
In my Lenovo Ideapad Z50-70, I could easily upgrade the RAM and HDD. Never had to take it to service centre. So don't know if they would have had created issue regarding this. But since they have put exposed screws, it is very unlikely.

But I have not heard the same about HP/Dell!

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I know for sure Acer places warranty stickers on HDD & ram bays so upgrading by yourself is not an option without voiding warranty.First time hearing about HP doing such thing though,any concrete proof(like some friend's experience etc).

P.S.Lenovo Yoga slim design is such that it is not possible to upgrade ram/hdd(not sure which one) without opening whole bottom panel which will definitely void warranty.

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*www.amazon.in/Lenovo-81BG00...pID=41WmO5SVhlL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Does this laptop requires opening entire bottom panel to replace HDD /Ram

On Lenovo g50-45 model(my old laptop), HDD and Ram have seperate bay, which don't have any sticker on top

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It should not as it is lenovo's usual design series model(& not some slim/special design series like yoga).

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Bought the Lenovo Laptop , upgrade of HDD requires full backpanel to be removed ,

If i purchase SSD online and go to service center, would they migrate to SSD and move internal 1TB HDD to DVD Drive caddy ? without voiding the warranty ? or they require SSD to be bought through them only ?

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Replacing hdd with ssd bought from outside should not be an issue but I don't think they would do the "dvd drive hdd caddy" modification.Basically anything that alters the basic structure of a laptop is not allowed under warranty conditions(replacing hdd with ssd or putting extra ram stick does not change internal structure of laptop but a hdd caddy in place of dvd drive does).

Check out this article-Best Laptop under 40,000 in India

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manishdhanda1 said:
Check out this article-Best Laptop under 40,000 in India

Thanks for the effort but kindly post relevent link based on my requirements, on the link you have provided, none of the system is satisfying my requirements i posted in my first post

1) Accer - ...
2) 7th gen
3) Again Acer
4) Lenovo - 14' screen
5) Asus - Core i3
6) APU based
7) 7th Gen
8) HP- I3
9)Asus - 7th gen

Thankyou @whitestar_999 , i find everything perfect in this Lenovo IdeaPad 320 , but wished manufactures allows endusers to custom select parts like HDD /RAM size at the time of buying itself and ship with all the these parts assembled , hopefully in future

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Good to know that your requirements were met by this model

Dell used to give customization options years ago but sadly no such option now in India. Did you confirmed from service centre about upgrading hdd to ssd?

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Checked with lenovo online support & service center ,this specific laptop model supports only up to 12GB of ram ,4gb embedded /soldered to board and on Ram slot 4 gb is inserted , we can replace that with 8gb module ,which makes not 4+8GB , and the 2nd slot doesn't support 16GB module according to their official internal documentation

When checked with amazon seller, he have told this model would support up to 32GB, so have raised a complain with amazon with details from lenovo support

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Amazon has imitated the refund process +1 for amazon India support

Now I am back to looking for laptop
Display 15-16
CPU 8th only core i5 or +
Ram - Must support 16GB or +
Must have :+2 years extended warranty support )
Budget: 50k
Any with Nvdia gpu/amd gpu?

Rajesh345 said:
Amazon has imitated the refund process +1 for amazon India support

Now I am back to looking for laptop
Display 15-16
CPU 8th only core i5 or +
Ram - Must support 16GB or +
Must have :+2 years extended warranty support )
Budget: 50k
Any with Nvdia gpu/amd gpu?

For VM stuff, I don't think you should buy a laptop with ULV proccy (which is all what you'd get in your budget).

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SaiyanGoku said:
For VM stuff, I don't think you should buy a laptop with ULV proccy (which is all what you'd get in your budget).

Kindly share few models links so i can get more details about the estimated price range and features availavle in that range of products

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How is the Acer laptop these days ?

*www.amazon.in/ACER-A515-51G-58GJ-8...8&qid=1526214217&sr=1-2&keywords=NX.GTDSI.002

I find it cheaper compared to other brands and also have option for 3 year warranty

@SaiyanGoku - True, i checked the prices for 8300H series laptop, those are very expensive ,

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I think this is the cheapest 7th gen i5 H model:
*www.amazon.in/HP-Pavilion-Notebook...F8&qid=1526234835&sr=1-45&keywords=i5+7th+gen

8250U will be faster than comparable 7th gen i5 in short duration but 7th gen i5 H will be faster overall in longer duration as it is not possible to run U model processor at full performance for long duration because of throttling.As you now have some experience with online laptop shopping I would suggest to check out any potential model in offline stores first even if you decide to buy online again.

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I see Intel price 250$ for both 8300h and 7300hq Processor, and I am unable to locate any 8300h based Laptops on Amazon.in or Flipkart India (Amazon.com have).

Usually how long we have to wait for Laptop with this processor to arrive?

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^^a few months after US launch is my guess.In India companies don't sell many units with these kind of specs so until old stock is cleared they don't launch newer models.

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Budget increased to 70k
+feature 1050 nvdia graphics based laptops and H based processor ,Pref linux or DOS

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This one has ssd too but still check the price in offline store & also see if similar model with 1050Ti is available at cheaper price than online prices.
*www.amazon.in/Acer-AN515-51-Notebo...&sr=1-1&keywords=acer+nitro+an515-51+gtx+1050
Acer Nitro 5 AN515-51 Digit Review (this model has i7 7700HQ though but rest should be similar)

This one is a bit cheaper but then no ssd.
*www.amazon.in/HP-Pavilion-Power-15-cb518TX-15-6-inch/dp/B077BQDFCG

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@OP get this
MSI GV Core i5 7th Gen - (8 GB/1 TB HDD/Windows 10 Home/4 GB Graphics) GV62 7RD-2824IN Gaming Laptop Rs.59990 Price in India - Buy MSI GV Core i5 7th Gen - (8 GB/1 TB HDD/Windows 10 Home/4 GB Graphics) GV62 7RD-2824IN Gaming Laptop Black Online - MSI : Flipkart.com

This is more than enough to run VMs you only need to install another 8GB RAM. My laptop is a 4th gen i5 which is a U variant through this I can run 4 VMs at a time Laptop I have mentioned here is a non U variant so it can run more VMs with ease but you need to add more RAM.

Also you may go with this.Main advantage is i7 processor and 128GB SSD MSI GL Series Core i7 7th Gen - (8 GB/1 TB HDD/128 GB SSD/Windows 10 Home/4 GB Graphics) GL62M 7REX-2681IN Gaming Laptop Rs.77990 Price in India - Buy MSI GL Series Core i7 7th Gen - (8 GB/1 TB HDD/128 GB SSD/Windows 10 Home/4 GB Graphics) GL62M 7REX-2681IN Gaming Laptop Black Online - MSI : Flipkart.com

I must say get i5 one and add 1 more 8GB RAM which will enable you to run VMs smoothly.

^ 7300HQ is a 4C/4T proccy. It could cause bottleneck if running multiple VMs simultaneously.

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^^There is no better alternative,8th gen 8250U with 4C 8T will be faster for shorter durations but after some time thermal throttling will kick in(no way to prevent it as it is in fundamental design) so on an average a 7th gen i5 will be faster than a 8th gen i5 for long durations of regular usage of high cpu loads.

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SaiyanGoku said:
^ 7300HQ is a 4C/4T proccy. It could cause bottleneck if running multiple VMs simultaneously.

I can run 4 VMs on my laptop which has i5 4210U & 8GB RAM, I couldn't run more due to lack of RAM so I don't think OP will have any issue with Quad core