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Urgent: Please suggest laptop

25 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/urgent-please-suggest-laptop.189279/

bajaj151
bajaj151 Original post #1
Jan 2, 2015 at 1:13 PM
Starting new thread...Old one was messed up...

1) What is your budget? (INR or USD)
28k (as offline price is GENERALLY 1-2k more)

2) What size & weight consideration (if any) would you prefer?
15.6

3) What are the primary tasks you will be performing with this notebook?
Music + Movies (HD) + Internet + MS office...


5) Any typical configuration in your mind you're eying for ?
No..(Confused)

4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
No


6) Anything else you would like to say?

Offline purchase



Additional:

Which one is better..
1) A8 or i3 3rd/4th gen?
2) ATI JET LE R5 M230/8570 Vs Intel HD 4400?
3) Lenovo vs HP (Build Quality)

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Is paytm reliable?

Will I get warranty?
$hadow
$hadow #2
Jan 2, 2015 at 3:45 PM
Why are going for a more weird source to buy when there are sources more reliable available.
SaiyanGoku
Jan 2, 2015 at 5:29 PM
+1 to Lenovo G50-45 with quad core A8
bajaj151
Jan 2, 2015 at 8:59 PM
Why are going for a more weird source to buy when there are sources more reliable available.

Because of price difference...
bajaj151
Jan 3, 2015 at 12:34 AM
How is amazon.in?
$hadow
$hadow #8
Jan 3, 2015 at 11:24 AM
Because of price difference...

dude cheap is sometimes more costly than paying more first time. Rest stands in your hands.
bajaj151
Jan 3, 2015 at 6:25 PM
How is HP build quality?
I am getting this model at 26K

HP 15-g207AX Notebook (APU Quad Core A8/ 4GB/ 500GB/ Free DOS/ 2GB Graph) (L2Y69PA) Rs.27990 Price in India - Buy HP 15-g207AX Notebook (APU Quad Core A8/ 4GB/ 500GB/ Free DOS/ 2GB Graph) (L2Y69PA) SParkling Black Online - HP : Flipkart.com
SaiyanGoku
Jan 3, 2015 at 11:13 PM
How is HP build quality?
I am getting this model at 26K

HP 15-g207AX Notebook (APU Quad Core A8/ 4GB/ 500GB/ Free DOS/ 2GB Graph) (L2Y69PA) Rs.27990 Price in India - Buy HP 15-g207AX Notebook (APU Quad Core A8/ 4GB/ 500GB/ Free DOS/ 2GB Graph) (L2Y69PA) SParkling Black Online - HP : Flipkart.com

Still would prefer Lenovo G50 over this as this has only one ram slot according to the product page and crap split up/down arrow keys.
bajaj151
bajaj151 #11
Jan 4, 2015 at 10:57 AM
Lenovo is not available OFFLINE...
bajaj151
bajaj151 #13
Jan 4, 2015 at 10:44 PM
Which online seller do you suggest...?
SaiyanGoku
Jan 5, 2015 at 2:05 AM
^ any from these

Lenovo G50-45 amazon fulfilled
bajaj151
bajaj151 #15
Jan 5, 2015 at 6:57 PM
Ordered Lenovo G50-45...Amazon India
$hadow
$hadow #17
Jan 6, 2015 at 10:28 AM
Good purchase
bajaj151
bajaj151 #18
Jan 7, 2015 at 5:30 PM
Should I go for lamination for protect laptop from scratches etc..
What should I do to protect SCREEN?
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #19
Jan 7, 2015 at 9:56 PM
Should I go for lamination for protect laptop from scratches etc..
What should I do to protect SCREEN?

Buy and use a screen guard.
SaiyanGoku
Jan 7, 2015 at 10:17 PM
Should I go for lamination for protect laptop from scratches etc..
What should I do to protect SCREEN?

After the lamination starts to wear off, the laptop starts looking ugly. IMO regular cleaning in a month or 20 days would be better than to laminate the laptop.
bajaj151
bajaj151 #21
Jan 8, 2015 at 12:01 PM
# kg11sgbg
Please suggest screen protector

#SaiyanGoku
Ok bro..



Please give me some tips for the maintenance of laptop...if not going with screen protector and body lamination..
SaiyanGoku
Jan 8, 2015 at 5:00 PM
^
1. Cooling pads are a worthless if the laptop has side vents. Try to keep the vents free from any obstruction in the air flow. If the vents are in the bottom, keep the laptop on a flat surface.

2. Antiviruses: don't buy Quickheal, NPAV. Use 360 Total security, Avast, Avira (free) or Eset, Kaspersky (paid). IMO free ones will do the job without being a resource hog.

3. Battery: Always use the laptop on AC power, and on batteries if AC power isn't available. Don't play games on battery. This will prolong battery life.

4. Don't buy el cheapo (or local ones) peripherals for the laptop i.e Mice, keyboards, gaming pads, etc. They'll be a waste of money and may even damage the USB ports. Try to save money and buy better ones later.

5. Good laptop bag preferably a waterproof one, though would cost more but will be better to carry your laptop safely.

6. The way the screen is opened or kept tilted could effect the strength of the hinges. Don't keep the screen at awkward positions to avoid damage to the hinges.
bajaj151
bajaj151 #23
Jan 8, 2015 at 7:41 PM
^^ Thank you so much for the detailed explanation :)
bajaj151
bajaj151 #24
Jan 9, 2015 at 7:58 PM
Thanks guys for the help and suggestions....Finally, received the laptop.. :)


I am getting this after I entered serial no.
(One more thing: Serial no. mentioned on invoice (13 digit) is different than no mentioned at the bottom of the laptop (8 digit)


System Summary
Product ID: 80E300GYIN
Type:80E3
Serial Number: -
IMEI:-
Location: India

Base Warranty
Start Date: 2014-12-06
End Date: 2016-01-04
Warranty Type: C01
Status:Active
Serial Number: -
Description:This product has a one year limited warranty and is entitled to depot or carry-in service where available. Customers may call their local service center for more information.


Warranty Upgrade
Start Date:2014-09-07
End Date:2015-10-06
Warranty Type: TCV
Status:Active
Serial Number: -

Description:This product has a one year limited warranty which includes a LenovoCare warranty upgrade. This product is entitled to on-site repai r service wi th a next business day response objective. Customer may contact their l ocal support center for more information.
bajaj151
bajaj151 #25
Jan 13, 2015 at 10:17 AM
Prob solved...Thanks guys for the help :)