[SBP]

Ok, I'm looking at these two laptops, and would like some opinions on them. I would only really be using it for moderate gaming and the normal web surfing etc... not much video editing and hardware resource apps really but it should be able to handle it if that changes some. I know what the differences are, but is the $800 price diff worth it for the hp with quad core?

http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product..._Price|1||P_SignDesc1&lang=en-CA&Sp=C&topnav=

or

Buy the Asus G50Vt-X5-RF Refurbished Notebook PC at TigerDirect.ca

I can not tell how much (if any) dedicated memory the 9800gs has on the asus unit.

let me know what you guys think about these 2 laptops.
thanks
sbp

 

[makotech222]

I recommend a lenovo, even though its not on your list. I personally dont like HP laptops at all, they look pretty stupid.

 

[seinfeldx]

hp it doesn't even say what graphic card it has, i like asus laptops but that one has a very nice gpu but a so so cpu.

 

[SBP]

hp it doesn't even say what graphic card it has, i like asus laptops but that one has a very nice gpu but a so so cpu.

the hp has a ati mobile radeon hd 4650... I have to edit the link for the hp, it is not the right one.

sbp.

 

[LoneWolf]

I say the asus.

 

[seinfeldx]

its heavy but if you want a 17.3 it is to be expected, its a C2Q but only 2.0Ghz, i think you would be better with a C2D 2.4Ghz or more, probably a lot cheaper too. I can find a lot of asus laptop close to 1000€ with C2D >=2.4Ghz + 9600gt or 4650 or 130.

 

[Silenus]

You know what I'm going to say.

The Asus has 512MB GDDR3.
It comes with an utility called Direct Console which automatically overclocks your cpu easy and safe.

My model is the X1 with a P8400, for the X5 model they changed the Cpu to a P7450 which although a little slower consumes less power.

If you want something more powerful look for other options in that pricerange of 1,500 of the HP.
THERE ARE better alternatives, look around.

If your budget is tight, thank Asus and Gateway for bringing gaming laptops to affordable prices.

Ps: Check the link in my sig for pics of my laptop.
The X5 has yellowish gold marks instead of blue.

 

[seinfeldx]

TOSHIBA SATELLITE A500-149 - C2D T9600 2.8GHz, TFT 16" WX CSV HD TB, 6GB, S.M.A.R.T 500GB, ATI Radeon HD4650 1gb, 2,76 Kg - 1317€

ASUS X5AV-FP166C - 15.4'' WXGA (LED), C2D T9550 2.66Ghz 6mb, 4gb DDRII 800, 500GB 5400rpm SATA, Nvidia GeForce 9650 GT 1GB GDDR3, 3kg - 1099€

ASUS N70SV-TY085 - 17,3"HD, C2D T9550 2.66Ghz 6MB, 4GB 800MHz, 640GB, GT 130M 1GB, 4.1kg - 1214€

ASUS G71G-7S052G - 17'' WXGA+ Color Shine, C2D T9550 2.66Ghz 6mb, 4gb DDRII 800, 640GB 7200rpm SATA, Nvidia GeForce 9800M GS 512MB GDDR3, 4kg - 1512€

ASUS N70SV-TY125K - 17,3 HD+ LED, C2D T9600 2.8Ghz 6mb, 4gb DDRII 800, 640gb (320 GB +320 GB) SATA 5400 rpm, GT130M 1gb, 4.1kg - 1133€

Try checking models M50(vm,vn), N50vn, N51(vn,vf), have 2.95 kg (6 cell battery pack), are between 800-1100€, search asus with C2D >=2.4Ghz + 4650 too.

 

[SCHUMI_4EVER]

The ASUS one cuz it\'s stronger for just about everything.

 

[gamefreak94]

I suppose the only draw-back is the slightly smaller screen....not that big an issue though, assuming everyone does have at least a 17" CRT or something lying around at home for non-portable gaming.

 

[INCA]

Asus G51VX-RX05 is $1045
Core 2 Duo processor
4GB of DDR2 memory, an
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M 1 gig GPU
15.6" LCD display
320GB hard drive
Windows Vista 64-bit


http://www.xoticpc.com/asus-g51vxa1-order-p-2595.html
Better model is for $1,539 after $100 MIR
* Model: Asus G51VX-A1
* Display: 15.6" FHD WUXGA Glossy (1920x1080)
* CPU: Core 2 Quad Q9000 2.0GHz
* RAM: 4096 MB DDR2 800MHz
* HDD: 640GB 7200RPM (2x320GB)
* CD: Super Multi DVD±R/RW / CDRW
* Wireless: Built In WIFI & Bluetooth
* NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M 1 gig GPU

Back to School Made Easy with ASUS
last link is to the website of Asus and retailers at the very end that sells these models. Also Best Buy is selling the first spec too.

 

[gamefreak94]

Those are a full $250 and $600 pricier then the ones he mentioned, I'm not sure he'll be able to or be willing to spend that much.

 

[n_w95482]

I think my friend has the same laptop as Silenus (the G50VT-X1). It's a very nice laptop. I would imagine the X5 is a good one as well. I think he's only tried WoW on it so far (which it breezes through), I haven't had a chance to try something more strenuous on it yet.

 

[skoreanime]

After a few years experience with my "gaming laptop" at the time...neither. The idea of gaming on the go or somewhere other then my castle (aka, my room ) was great at first, and that's what drove me to purchase a new, more performance laptop. Well, it was mainly for school too

The big question is if you can really, emphasis really, see yourself gaming somewhere other then your comfort zone. Thought I could, and tried, but I can't anymore.

 

[gamefreak94]

Not to mention that those monstrous Alienware gaming laptops with 17" screens are hardly portable and have crappy battery life.

 

[-StrikE-]

Alienware... you pay more for the brand then the laptop itself.

 

[SBP]

Those are a full $250 and $600 pricier then the ones he mentioned, I'm not sure he'll be able to or be willing to spend that much.

you are right... the hp is more than I wanted to spend really.. and based on the comments in this thread amongst other reviews I think I'll go with the asus in the end as it is $900 less all said and done. the both qualify for the win 7 upgrade program, and I don't really need the extra 2 cores or larger screen.

I mainly want it for movies/games etc at the cottage, and the occasional game of wow over at the in-laws. it also must play ea's NHL games lol! any other will be a bonus and I'll probably not play much.

sbp

 

[skoreanime]

Oh, well, if it's to drag along to the cottage and in laws, go for the Asus