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I'm looking to maybe replacing my laptop with an ACER AS1642WLMi

Specs are:

FEATURES- Aspire AS169142WLMi Notebook Computer
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition; Intel Pentium M Processor 740
(2MB L2 cache, 1.73GHz, 400MHz FSB); 512MB (256/256) DDR2 533
SDRAM; 100GB hard drive; Integrated DVD-Dual drive (DVD+/-RW);
15.4" WXGA (1280 x 800) TFT display, Acer CrystalBrite Technology;
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900; 802.11b/g WLAN, 10/100 LAN,
V.92 modem.
The Aspire 1640 is a thoroughly practical notebook packed with high-
end features, including a wide-screen disply with Acer CrystalBrite
Technology, integrated wireless LAN and Intel Centrino Mobile
Technology. A great choice for home users who want a
work/entertainment system.

-- SPECIFICATIONs -------------------------------------
PROCESSOR - Intel Pentium M Processor 740 (2MB L2 cache, 1.73GHz, 400MHz
FSB).
Intel Centrino Mobile Technology includes Intel Pentium M
Processor, Intel 915 Express chipset and Intel PRO/
Wireless network connection.
CHIPSET - Mobile Intel 915GM Express
MEMORY - Includes 512MB (256MB installed in each of two memory slots)
DDR2 533 SDRAM.
User upgradeable up to 2GB (one 1GB memory card in each
slot).
VIDEO - 15.4" WXGA (1280 x 800) TFT LCD, up to 16.7 million colors,
Acer Crystal Bright Technology, features powered by
CyberLink:
- Cinema Vision: Fits 4:3 and 16:10 video to LCD with
non-linear stretching algorithm.
- Clear Vision : Detects video frame by frame and
changes saturation, brightness and
contrast controls dynamically to
deliver sharper, more vivid image.
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900
Microsoft DirectX 9.0 support
VGA port
Support for simultaneous display on notebook LCD and
external monitor.
STORAGE - Includes 100GB Ultra ATA/100 hard drive
Integrated variable-speed DVD-Dual drive (DVD+/-RW) drive:
- Read : 24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM,
8X DVD+R, 8X DVD-R, 6X DVD+RW, 6X DVD-RW,
4X DVD+R (double-layer)
- Write: 24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD+R, 8X DVD-R,
4X DVD+RW, 4X DVD-RW, 2.4X DVD+R (double-layer)
Optional external USB 1.44MB diskette drive
AUDIO - Integrated microphone and two speakers.
Stereo headphones/speakers/line out and stereo microphone/
line in ports.
Microsoft DirectSound and Sound Blast Pro compatibility.
CONNECTIVITY - Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG network connection supporting
802.11b/g wireless LAN, WI-FI CERTIFIED, Acer SignalUp
technology for enhanced antenna efficiency.
10/100 LAN, Wake-on-LAN ready
Integrated V.92 56Kbps data/fax modem, PTT (postal,
telegraph, telephone) certified in select countries.
CARD SLOTS - Type II PC Card slot, 32-bit PC CardBus architecture, Zoomed
Video support.
I/O PORTS - (1) DC-in
(1) RJ-11 modem
(1) RJ-45 LAN
(1) 15-pin VGA
(1) Stereo headphones/speakers/line-out
(1) Stereo microphone/line-in
(3) USB 2.0
KEYBOARD - 88-key keyboard, embedded numeric keypad, 2.5mm minimum key
travel, international language support; hotkey controls.
12 function, four cursor, two Microsoft Windows keys.
Web browser, e-mail, one user-programmable easy-launch
buttons; wireless LED button.
TOUCHPAD - Touchpad with four-way integrated scroll button.
SOFTWARE - Includes Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Installed: Acer Arcade
Acer eManager
Acer GridVista
Acer Launch Manager
Adobe Acrobat Reader
CyberLink PowerProducer (OEM version)
Norton AntiVirus (OEM version)
NTI CD-Maker (OEM version)
SECURITY - User and administrator BIOS passwords
Kensington lock slot
APPROVALS - ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) 1.0b
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
POWER- 65-watt AC adapter
Four-cell lithium ion battery: up to 2.0 hours life depending on
configuration and usage; 2.5 hours recharge time with system off,
3.5 hours with system in use.
SIZE - 14.3"w x 1.3" ~ 1.5"h x 11.0"d WT.- 6.5 lbs.


would i see a big boost in preformance in gaming and the such with this laptop, compared to whats in my sig?
 
Definately not with that "uber-fast" (sarcasm incase you didnt get it) Intel integrated video.

And where would you be getting the money to get this? You still have to pay off your boss (which should be #1 priority not taking your sweet time :P)
 
Yup, you wont get for in gaming with integrated video. You've got an nVidia 6800 graphics card in your sig, that's a pretty strong card. In order to beat that, you'll need a laptop with a 7300 or an ATI x1600 and up.
 
i was talking about the laptop in my sig, by the way :P which onbly has an ATI 9600

nvm, not happening
 
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lol, thoes are overpriced to me, i can get a 1.73GHz Intel Core Duo, ATi x1400, 1GB DDR2 667MHz RAM, and a 17" wide screen laptop from work for $1300
 
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