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Need to purchase a multimedia laptop !!!!

23 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/need-to-purchase-a-multimedia-laptop.155263/

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SabRakh Original post #1
Apr 8, 2012 at 1:11 PM
1) What is your budget? (INR or USD)

60000 can strech a bit further

2) What size notebook would you prefer?


14 to 15.6 laptops

3) Which country will you buying this notebook? Also state that if Amazon.com or Newgg.com ships to your country (Only if you know this info).

India. Probably from Flipkart.com

4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
a. Like: Sony, Dell, Toshiba
b. Dislike: Lenovo, HP, Asus (No dislike for asus but avoids as i already have one)


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

Multimedia, moderate gaming, internet browsing, office stuff occassionally

6) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
Both

7) Will you be playing games on your notebook? If so, please state which games or types of games?

Yes. Mostly sports games and racing games (EA Cricket and football , NFS,
Codemasters Ashes cricket, Dirt series, FPSs(occassionally)

8) How many hours of battery life do you need?

As much as 3 to 4 hours if possible. He he he

9) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you're considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?

OK with me

10) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista or Windows 7), Mac OS, Linux, etc.

Windows 7

Screen Specifics

14 to 15.6 inch matte type without reflections.

11) What screen resolution(s) would you prefer?

Full HD or nearer
thetechfreak
Apr 8, 2012 at 2:29 PM
HP Dv6-6121tx @Rs.58000/-
or Sony Vaio VPCCB45FN @Rs59990/-
The sony one is a 1080p screen by the way :wink:
aroraanant
Apr 8, 2012 at 2:40 PM
Sony CB45, it costs around 51k in local market
kbar1
kbar1 #4
Apr 8, 2012 at 3:54 PM
Sorry, but my recommendations are in your dislike list... :mrgreen:

If you can get over your dislike for HP, there's a great machine: HP DV6-6165TX: Intel 2nd gen Core i7, 4GB RAM, 750GB HDD, AMD 6770M, W7HP: 59k: [flipkart.com].

If you don't mind getting another ASUS: K53SM SX130DC: Intel 2nd gen Core i7, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, NVIDIA GT540M, No OS: 54.7k: [flipkart.com].

Fallback options: Sony CB45 ([flipkart.com]), or a maxed out Dell XPS 15.
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SabRakh #5
Apr 8, 2012 at 3:54 PM
HP Dv6-6121tx @Rs.58000/-
or Sony Vaio VPCCB45FN @Rs59990/-
The sony one is a 1080p screen by the way :wink:

Sony CB45 appears a good laptop . Dell XPS 14z is it better that sony CB 45 ?
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sarthak #6
Apr 8, 2012 at 4:05 PM
HP DV6 6165tx - Has the best graphic card. But for the kind of games you play that much power is not required. Price - 58-59k.

Sony CB45 - Graphics weaker compared to the DV6, but you should still be able to play those games comfortably. Also has FHD. Price - 51k
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Minion #7
Apr 8, 2012 at 4:13 PM
better get a liano based laptop HP Pavilion G6 Series G6-1313AX
See this
HP Pavilion G6 Series G6-1313AX Laptop: Flipkart.com: Compare, Review HP Notebook
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SabRakh #8
Apr 8, 2012 at 4:22 PM
What about Dell XPS 14z and 15z. Has it got full HD resolution
aroraanant
Apr 8, 2012 at 4:23 PM
Seeing the requirements of OP and the considering that the CB45 has got Full HD Display, CB45 is the best option for OP
thetechfreak
Apr 8, 2012 at 6:04 PM
Seeing the requirements of OP and the considering that the CB45 has got Full HD Display, CB45 is the best option for OP

+1. Although all games might not be enjoyable @ Full HD but the sony one will be able to run most without hassles :wink:
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sarthak #11
Apr 8, 2012 at 8:29 PM
Just remembered this. If you get the Sony get a controller to play those games, cause Sony laptops don't register more than 2 key presses at once, and you require upto 4 key press at a time for those games.
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SabRakh #12
Apr 9, 2012 at 5:49 PM
Just remembered this. If you get the Sony get a controller to play those games, cause Sony laptops don't register more than 2 key presses at once, and you require upto 4 key press at a time for those games.

Is it true ? Why so in sony laptops ? Is there any dell laptops with full HD resolution available in India ??
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SabRakh #13
Apr 11, 2012 at 9:05 PM
HP Dv6-6121tx @Rs.58000/-
or Sony Vaio VPCCB45FN @Rs59990/-
The sony one is a 1080p screen by the way :wink:

I heard that HP dv6 6121tx has been discontinued.
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sarthak #14
Apr 11, 2012 at 10:36 PM
^^^^ The newer model dv6 6165tx is also available for 58k.
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SabRakh #15
Apr 15, 2012 at 2:01 PM
^^^^ The newer model dv6 6165tx is also available for 58k.


How is the performance ? I want to know how it performs and looks beside Sony Viao CB 45
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Jripper #16
Apr 15, 2012 at 2:49 PM
WHats the newer(replacement) model of the dv6 6165? o_O
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sarthak #17
Apr 15, 2012 at 9:52 PM
^^^^ This. It has very good config, with 3 USB 3 ports, beats speakers(older generation only had software but hp quad speakers) but the graphics(GT630M) are weaker.
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exorcist #18
Apr 15, 2012 at 10:54 PM
just bought this gr8 laptop Asus K53SM-SX010D / 2nd Gen Ci5/4 GB/750 GB/2GB graphics DOS: Flipkart.com: Compare, Review Asus Notebook

from ebay for just 37.8k with bagpack + 1 yr warranty \

10% off going on ebay

i think i got the best deal :)
ssb1551
ssb1551 #19
Apr 16, 2012 at 9:35 AM
^^Hey the specs look amazing for 38k!!Congrats!!..Can you please post some snaps?? Also does it get really hot while playing games like NFS:HP2(any racing games) and RPG games like Hellgate London??
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SabRakh #20
Apr 17, 2012 at 7:28 AM
Does any laptop in this range come with Bluray option ?
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Jripper #21
Apr 17, 2012 at 9:08 AM
a few days back the asus n55sf came with blue ray at 65k.

Its replacement is priced at around 70k though
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SabRakh #22
Apr 18, 2012 at 9:16 AM
just bought this gr8 laptop Asus K53SM-SX010D / 2nd Gen Ci5/4 GB/750 GB/2GB graphics DOS: Flipkart.com: Compare, Review Asus Notebook

from ebay for just 37.8k with bagpack + 1 yr warranty \

10% off going on ebay

i think i got the best deal :)



Yeah Great deal But sadly No OS. Is the driver DVD for Windows 7 included with this package ?

a few days back the asus n55sf came with blue ray at 65k.

Its replacement is priced at around 70k though

Which model is replacing Asus N55SF. Is it available with Flipkart.com ? Because I have a great experience buying from Flipkart !!!! Their service is impeccable.
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emanuel #23
Apr 18, 2012 at 11:47 AM
Hi,
I'm looking to sell "Dell" INspiron 14R laptop. Price- Rs.28,000/-

Specifications:
Processor 2nd generation i3 (2.3 GHz) processor
Memory 3 GB DDR3 SDRAM
Hard Drive 320 GB
Video Card Intel HD graphics 3000 (for i3)
Operating System WIndows 7 Home Premium
Display 14.0" HD WLED
Warranty 1 Year Complete Cover Accidental Damage Protection

*Also Includes with the Laptop
-15 Months 'McAfee' subscription (worth Rs.1000/-)
-Dell Mouse (worth Rs.400/-)
-Case Werkz Professional Backpack (worth Rs. 800/-)
-Exchangeable Cover- Lovers in the morning (worth Rs.1200/-)