Is this laptop worth $770

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dssdj2007

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hey guys i have been serching for a laptop for about 2 weeks now and i fount this hp if you can tell me if its worth buying it for $770 dollars for movies and gaming i like to play games so hope this is a good one.

Microprocessor 1.67 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5450 featuring Intel Centrino Processor Technology
Microprocessor Cache 2 MB L2 Cache
Memory 3072 MB
Memory Max Up to 4 GB
Video Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GS
Video Memory Up to 1791 MB (512MB dedicated)
Hard Drive 320 GB (160GB + 160GB) (5400 rpm)
Multimedia Drive Blu-Ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer
Display 17.0" WXGA+ High-Definition* BrightView Widescreen Display (1440 x 900)
Fax/Modem High speed 56K modem
Network Card Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN
Wireless Connectivity Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Sound Altec Lansing speakers
Keyboard 101-key compatible; Notebook keyboard with scroll bar and integrated numeric keypad; 2 Quick Launch Buttons
Pointing Device Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical scroll Up/Down pad
PC Card Slots

* One ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)

External Ports

* 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
* 4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0
* 1 HDMI
* 2 Headphone out
* 1 microphone-in
* 1 VGA (15-pin)
* 1 TV-Out (S-video)
* 1 RJ-11 (modem)
* 1 RJ -45 (LAN)
* 1 notebook expansion port 3
* 1 IEEE 1394 Firewire (4-pin)
* 1 Consumer IR

Dimensions 15.16 (L) X 11.22" (W) X 1.65"(H)
Weight 7.7lbs
Security

* Kensington lock
* Power-on password
* Accepts 3rd party security lock devices

Power

* 90 W AC Power Adapter
* 8-cell Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery

What's In The Box HP Pavilion WebCam with Integrated Microphone

Mobile Stereo Earbud Headphones (1 pair)

HP Mobile Remote Control

HP ExpressCard Digital/Analog TV Tuner (with QAM and FM)
 
short answer:no
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Uhm, I think it's a good laptop for the price. It has BluRay and other crap most of today's laptop's don't have for a low price.
 
see all i want it is for movies wich it has a bluray player but im not so sure about games i read about the card thats in there and its 512 dedicated so i would think it can play any game
 
Answer is, yes.

Good price for the specs, and of course a laptop is more exspencive.

8600 gs, Blu-Ray... Heck you could play Cod:WaW on it of you want to.

I say go for it.
 
cool thanks i mean all im buying a laptop for is movies and games and i just want to make sure that i am getting a laptop that will handle games these days
 
dssdj2007 said:
cool thanks i mean all im buying a laptop for is movies and games and i just want to make sure that i am getting a laptop that will handle games these days
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Yeah, get it. The only difference in that Core 2 Duo T5xxx and the Core 2 Duo T7xxx is that the T7's have a 4MB L2 Cache. That 8600M GS will handle things pretty well.
 
alright i found another laptop and was wondering if it will be good for games

Asus

Product Features

* Intel® Centrino® processor technology with interrelated Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T6400
Intel® PM45 chipset, 802.11a/b/g/n network connection and extended battery life capability.
* 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 memory
For multitasking power; 800MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 2.0GHz processor speed.
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD-R and DVD+R media.
* 14.1" WXGA+ widescreen TFT display
With a 1280 x 800 resolution brings your movies and games to life.
* 250GB SATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Provides plenty of storage space and fast read/write times.
* NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS graphics
With up to 512MB memory for lush images. Dolby Theater audio with built-in stereo speakers; HDMI output.
* Built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam
Makes it easy to send video mail to family and friends.
* Facial recognition security
Use the built-in webcam and included software to keep your laptop secure.
* 8-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital, miniSD, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo for easy transfer of your digital photos.
* 1 IEEE 1394 port and 5 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
* Built-in Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector
Ensures easy Internet connectivity.
* Weighs 5.7 lbs. and measures just 1.4" thin
For easy portability.
* Stylish exterior
With a painted surface inspired by rainwater drifting down an umbrella for a luxurious appearance.
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system
With Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled for a stable operating platform.
* Software package included
With Power 4 Gear Extreme, Asus Color Enhancement, Instant Keys, Life-Frame 3 and more.
 
you may not be able to do much with a prodcessor like that the only thing that could make a difference is how much RAM you have if you have the max 4 GB then you will be able to run stuff ok.

I would go for something that has a higher processr speed but for the price its ok
 
bengal85 said:
you may not be able to do much with a prodcessor like that the only thing that could make a difference is how much RAM you have if you have the max 4 GB then you will be able to run stuff ok.

I would go for something that has a higher processr speed but for the price its ok
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Are you judging by the frequency alone?

I don't think you're too much up on your hardware knowledge. A T5xxx CPU is a T7xxx series CPU less 2MB of L2 cache. And it's a mobile CPU therefore it will not be 3.0Ghz like the desktop Core 2 Duo CPUs. The only limitation on the laptop in the original post is the graphics card and when it comes to a good machine the graphics card is the limit in gaming. Also, 3GB of RAM is plenty, I don't think he's going to be running multiple virtual machines.
 
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umm the first one is okay, the second one is terrible if you want to game. a 9600 will be decent for games but i dont think you should hope to run the most current games with it. i dont know if you can do better than 9600 for $770 though.
 
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