Laptop, y/n?

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Product Features:

Enhanced Intel? Centrino? processor technology with interrelated Intel? Core?2 Duo mobile processor

T5550, Intel? PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection (802.11a/b/g) and extended battery life capability

4GB DDR2 memory for multitasking power; 667MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 1.83GHz 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 media; also supports LightScribe direct-disc labels using compatible LightScribe media

The next-generation Intel? Core?2 Duo processor is based on the innovative Intel? Core? microarchitecture, so it runs faster and is more energy-efficient for cooler, quieter operation

17" WXGA+ high-definition widescreen display with BrightView technology and 1440 x 900 resolution
320GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)

NVIDIA GeForce Go 8600M GS with 512MB dedicated graphic memory; up to 2303MB total available graphics memory; S-video output and HDMI interface

QuickPlay music and DVD buttons; HP mobile remote and mobile ear bud headphones included

Built-in Pavilion Web cam with microphone makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends

5-in-1 digital media reader supports Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO and xD-Picture Card

IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 4 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer

Built-in 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; 56 Kbps high-speed modem; Expansion Port 3 connector

Long-lasting HP Radiance Imprint high-gloss finish with inlaid wave design; backlit media control panel
Weighs 7.7 lbs. and measures just 1.6" thin for portable power; lithium-ion battery and AC adapter

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition operating system (ew. D: ) with Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled; software package included with HP Photosmart Essentials, muvee autoProducer, Cyberlink DVD Suite and more

$1,200. Should I buy? Reply. Gogogogo.

[Lotos]

This?



I'm happy with mine, but I'm not an expert when it comes to computers.  I seem to be at 60% memory left, and I have like 10 albums and three dozen sprites on my Laptop, plus I removed a lot of the pre-installed programs.

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It's similar, but I don't think it's the same exact one. Thanks, though.

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bump? Neads moar opinions.

[Riosan]

If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

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If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

How would games like Halo run on it?

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well, my opinion never counts and probably never will

[Riosan]

How would games like Halo run on it?

Probably a solid 40-50 frames per second on all high, or mostly high.

[BOSSNIG]

If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

How would games like Halo run on it?

Halo should run fine.

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If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

How would games like Halo run on it?

Halo should run fine.

Thanks. We're (the parents and I) are still debating whether or not to get this laptop, but this will most likely be the one I'm getting.

It's either this or a standard MacBook Pro.

Debate.

[L10]

If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

How would games like Halo run on it?

Halo should run fine.

Thanks. We're (the parents and I) are still debating whether or not to get this laptop, but this will most likely be the one I'm getting.

It's either this or a standard MacBook Pro.

Debate.

(don't do it, don't do it, don't do it, don't do it, don't do it, don't do it)....

* Lichig0 has no comment

[Tupin]

If you want to play games, get that laptop.

I'm using a similar one right now.  :)

[Silverhawk79]

If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

That's almost the exact same one as mine, dick. :(

[LinkXLR]

If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

How would games like Halo run on it?

Halo should run fine.

Thanks. We're (the parents and I) are still debating whether or not to get this laptop, but this will most likely be the one I'm getting.

It's either this or a standard MacBook Pro.

Debate.

It really depends on what you want.

If you want games, then (obviously) go with windows. However, I would choose a Desktop for gaming if I was you.

If you want a better laptop overall (IMO PEOPLE) go with the MacBook Pro. If there's one thing Apple does best, it's their good laptops.

[Tupin]

If you're planning on using it for gaming, the 8600 series is underpowered, and I don't like that it caps at 2~ GB. It could play Orange Box and Oblivion, games along those lines. Just don't expect it to play Crysis on all high, 4x AA, 60+ FPS.

I'm biased, I don't like laptops, so feel free to ignore whatever I say.

That's almost the exact same one as mine, dick. :(

I can run Team Fortress 2 if I run it in a window.

Hey, that IS my laptop!  :O