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Holmes

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Sat Aug 21, 2010 7:14:25 PM #132022 Perm Link

so I am getting a new Laptop and it has to be under $700.00 so I want to know if you guys think this laptop would be a pretty good choice for its Price-
http://www.toshibadirect.com/td/b2c/cdetland.to?poid=484150. also if you can think of a better laptop around that price could you let me know?

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Sun Aug 22, 2010 1:13:04 AM #132123 Perm Link

You can't get gaming laptops for under $700. You either go used, or you get a mid-range multimedia laptop with just enough power for watching movies in HD and pretty much nothing else. New laptops with the ability to actually run most modern games decently start at around $900. Actual gaming laptops start at around $1300. What I would do is save a bit of money to extend your budget to $900, and then pick up a mid-range M1730 used, which is still powerful enough to give many current gaming laptops a decent run for their money (so long as you are lucky enough to get one with twin 8800s for under $900, which is possible. Even the twin 8700 model is decent enough, if not as good as the M1710 with either of the GTX cards). You might not find this feasible, and I admittedly always had an unhealthy obsession with the Dell XPS line, and the M1730 in particular; so take my advice at face value.

That reminds me, I need to get a new job. I desperately want an M1730. My M1710 is getting on its last legs at this point.

Also, your link is broken.

Edited at Sun Aug 22, 2010 2:51:58 AM

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Sun Aug 22, 2010 2:42:08 AM #132130 Perm Link

He's right. Even gaming on Linux on my Asus Eee isn't great, but I'm not much of a gamer myself.

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Sun Aug 22, 2010 11:36:30 AM #132137 Perm Link

the link was suppose to send you to a paige which has a Gameing laptop by toshiba that is 699.99 so apearently there are gameing laptops that can be bought for 700 dollars,
here is the info for it, sense the link won't work.

Satellite A660-BT2N22 Laptop
base laptop includes:
■Intel® Core™ i3-350M Processor
■Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium
■4GB DDR3 memory
■320GB hard drive
■Intel® Integrated Graphics
■DVD SuperMulti drive
■1366x768 native resolution
■HDMI output
■Integrated webcam
■harman/kardon® stereo speakers

features
Intel® Core™ i3 processor
The new 2010 Intel® Core™ i3 mobile processor for laptops is the first level of Intel's new processor family, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking and extended battery life.

LED Backlit Screen
With an LED backlit screen standard on this model, your laptop uses less power than those with standard LCD screens. That means it's easier on the environment, your battery AND your wallet!

Built-In Webcam
Video-chat with friends and family around the world with a convenient built-in webcam and microphone.

Sleep-and-Music
Cut down on clutter when you travel by leaving your external speakers at home! With Toshiba sleep-and-music technology, you can use your laptop's integrated speakers to listen to your MP3 player — just plug it into the laptop via a standard audio cable (not included) to listen to your favorite songs — even when the laptop is off!

10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Connect to the internet faster than ever with 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet standard on this model.

Toshiba ReelTime™
Toshiba ReelTime™ replaces the old fashioned "hunt-and-click" method of finding your files with an innovative timeline or "reel." Now, instead of questions like, "Where is it?" you simply ask "When did I use it?" You’ll spend less time searching, more time doing and enjoying, and keep your day in high gear.

Toshiba Media Controller
Empower yourself to share videos, music and pictures from your PC’s media library with any compatible home entertainment network—minus the hassles. Connect to your Xbox® 360 to enjoy movies on the living room big screen, or debut your latest home video in the comfort of your den on another PC. Toshiba Media Controller makes it easy.

1-Year Standard Limited Warranty
Enjoy peace of mind with a standard 1-year limited warranty, featuring 7x24 toll-free telephone support, mail-in warranty service via the Toshiba Depot, plus online support via the Toshiba Intenet website. Also includes an International Limited Warranty for obtaining service when traveling outside the United States.

Toshiba Bulletin Board
Toshiba Bulletin Board is like a customized mini homepage that keeps you on top of your busy life. Just drag and drop your important pictures, files, notes, letters and links onto your board. No more searching endlessly through folders. It’s all right there in front of you.

Hard Drive Impact Sensor
This model features Hard Drive Impact Sensor technology—a complex system of hardware and software designed to detect sudden movements (such as when your laptop starts to fall off the table) and "park" the heads of your hard drive before damage occurs. It works faster than you can blink to help protect your laptop and all your files!

HDMI Port for High-Def Output
This laptop includes an HDMI port, so you can hook up your compatible HD display and watch high-def movies on the big screen — right from your laptop.

harman/kardon® Speakers
Get ready to wrap yourself in a luxurious blanket of sound, with fatter bass tones and crisper, more penetrating highs. If you love your music, immerse yourself in gaming action, and really get into a good movie, these speakers are for you.

Resolution+™
Add definition to your older DVDs and games with Toshiba's Resolution+™ technology — an exclusive algorithm designed to deliver contrast and color enhancements in real-time. Utilizing the advanced graphics processing capabilities of your laptop, standard definition video is converted from a low to a higher resolution so you can enjoy sharper image clarity and contrast on your HD display.

Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium
Windows® 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.

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Holmes

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Sun Aug 22, 2010 11:37:41 AM #132138 Perm Link

here is an img. (sorry about double post, the last post was a little long so I didn't want to put the pic in it.

16" screen

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Sun Aug 22, 2010 11:41:22 AM #132139 Perm Link

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That's not a gaming laptop.

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■Intel® Core™ i3-350M Processor

This means you aren't able to do any major multimedia stuff on it.

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■Intel® Integrated Graphics

This means that you won't be able to play any games, period.

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Sun Aug 22, 2010 9:40:01 PM #132221 Perm Link

A good gaming laptop should have a discrete graphics solution - Tornado's right about no games with that laptop. Same for the processor, you need something more powerful to do what you want to do.

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