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Can't decide. . .help please!

by InfestedComputer Nov 26, 2009 2:03AM PST

Hello, thanks for helping me.

I am currently in a stalemate between the lenovo ideapad y550 (on max config) and Asus N61Vn (donno how to config it T.T). Cost isn't a driving issue so I'm stuck in between. I am looking for a multimedia laptop that can still do some decent gaming, I am NOT LOOKING FOR A GAMING LAPTOP! Your opinion is much appreciated and if you recommend another laptop that still fits my needs is also appreciated.

Thanks again!

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Nice choices.
by r. proffitt Former Forum moderator Nov 26, 2009 2:42AM PST

Give up some links for comment.

The http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834146542 seems great. We have the all too similar y530 here and looking at the y550 I would have preferred the 550 on 2 points. I see they fixed the rubber stopper issue (it's fine on the y550) and the keyboard is better on the 550. The lack of the home and end key on the y530 dammed it to be sent back.
Bob

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Thanks, here are some more info about both
by InfestedComputer Nov 26, 2009 3:20AM PST
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The first link was
by r. proffitt Former Forum moderator Nov 26, 2009 3:30AM PST

A gaming laptop. This means heat and speed. The Lenovo has 3 varieties and the integrated 4500MHD is plenty fast for video and more work. Cooler running too.
Bob

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by InfestedComputer Nov 26, 2009 4:41AM PST

Err...kinda confused, but your suggesting the Lenovo ideapad correct?

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Why?
by InfestedComputer Nov 26, 2009 4:49AM PST

O sorry, shoulda mentioned this earlier, but may you please tell me why I should buy this laptop over the other. Thanks.

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(NT) The answer is in post #4.
by Kees Bakker Nov 26, 2009 4:57AM PST
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Just sharing.
by r. proffitt Former Forum moderator Nov 26, 2009 5:44AM PST

The office picked up a few y530's for quite a steal. I took one for a month and while it performed well the keyboard lack of home and end keys plus a rubber piece in the wrong place had me return it to the office. The y550 corrects both issues from what I can see.

If they come with 4GB, 64bit 7 then I think you'll like them.

Just one thing. Create the restore media ASAP. I don't want you to discover why this is important later.
Bob

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