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Comparing the two for programming, and is refurb worth it?

Mar 25, 2017 6:05AM PDT

I need a new laptop for programming at work and in school (most demanding is android studio). I've narrowed it down to either:

https://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA7RD5AT0276

OR 

http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=710_374&item_id=100778

The Acer non-refurb is $779, so I think I'd purchase the refurb with extended warranty.

My problem is that I've heard Acer isn't the best brand, although many reviews show that the Swift 3 is a great laptop. 

Any suggestions, or new recommendations for a different laptop?

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