which laptop? any suggestions?

[b182tm]

hey, i was just wondering what laptop you would suggest I get for under $800? I would get a macbook, but I can't afford it. I will be using it for internet and word, only for school. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Derek

 

[JLV2k5]

Check out the Sony Viao's. I hear they are nice.

 

[b182tm]

Those are pretty expensive, I'm looking for something cheaper...thanks for the suggestion though.

 

[dannyluked]

i like packard bell MZ35

Vista Compatible
Intel Celerom M

Heres a link
http://www.cheaplaptops.org.uk/packard-bell-mz35-v060-intel-celeron-m410-processor-laptop/

 

[JLV2k5]

What about DELL, I am always satisfied with their products. I know they have laptop computers for around/under $800

 

[daisymtc]

TOSHIBA Satellite A205-S7458 NoteBook Intel Core 2 Duo T5250(1.50GHz) 15.4" Wide XGA 2GB DDR2 667 200GB 4200rpm DVD Super Multi Intel GMA X3100 - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834114402

 

[porterjw]

Vostros (Dell) are fairly nice. Lenovo's (rebadged IBM, basically) might be pushing the budget a bit, but also well-worth it.

 

[MightyKing]

I would recommend a Dell. Pretty good system regardless of what you want it for. I there is one XPS a bit more than $800. Or you could get an Inspiron

 

[Boomer]

Dell's Vostro 1400 or 1500 would get my vote

 

[rapwaydown]

Dell's Vostro 1400 or 1500 would get my vote

yea, i got vostro 1500 for about $900, and i like it

 

[dannaswolcott]

Toshiba are the best laptops. They last a long time, fast, and there support is great! I love my toshiba laptop. If not Toshiba then gateway is great as well.

 

[dannaswolcott]

Toshiba or Gateway. I have used Toshiba & Gateway for years now and i love them. I don't have any issues at all and they are VERY FAST! for $800 or less, Gateway is your better bet. They are a little cheaper. My Toshiba was $799. Also, go with Intel. I find them to boot faster and load programs a lot quicker then AMD.

 

[dannaswolcott]

Look for a laptop with at leased 1GB of memory. Some laptops still have 512mb and with vista, You need at leased 1GB.

 

[CopperKid]

I really like my Thinkpad T60, thought i think they are a bit more then 800, ive heard good things from toshibas though