Is some i7 with GPU laptop. If I was to replace it I'd consider the Lenovo Z50 (15 inch) or the Z70 for the big screen. If they leave it on a desk the big screen is OK. Not so great for portable use.
http://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Z70-80FG0037US-17-3-Inch-Laptop/dp/B00SB4B330 pegs it at just under 1K
There are other models in this line.
Bob
Hi everyone! I've posted this on another forum as well so sorry if you've seen this already but this place looks more popular...
I am completely useless when it comes to picking out a laptop or even know what to look for. I work from home full time and have a work computer that I use for most of my browsing and my fiancee has an old (I believe over 7 years old) laptop from HP that is pretty much useless at this stage.
Anyway - Valentine's Day is coming and my fiancee's birthday is a week after that so I was looking into possibly getting her a laptop that would be used mostly to play Sims 4 (which I would also be purchasing for her). After some Googling I became totally overwhelmed and am turning to some experts
Does anyone have anything affordable that they could recommend that wouldn't have an issue running Sims 4? This would by far be the most taxing thing this laptop would be used for. I'm definitely looking for a laptop and definitely looking to stay below $1,000 (really <$800 is what I'm looking to spend but I'd consider more expensive options).
Thanks in advance everyone - much appreciated!
- Tom

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