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I'm looking for a new computer because my Dell Inspiron 1525 is going down the toilet [graphics card is shot, freezes, crashes, incompatibility issues (long story)]. I don't really care whether I get a desktop or a laptop, just as long as I get the performance I need. I usually do normal tasks like Word, Internet, YouTube videos, and small gaming such as Sims 3. Once I get the new computer, I would get more advanced games such as Skyrim. Thanks for the help.
My preferred specs include: Intel i5 or i7, at least dual core if necessary (preferably quad) at least 2.4/3.0 GHz, any AMD graphics card, at least 4 GB RAM, at least 500 GB hard drive, any 13-17" laptop or 20-24" desktop. I would enjoy a Blu-Ray drive but I'm fine with a regular CD/DVD drive.
My price limit is around $1300-1400. If I have to go above, I think my parents will split the price.
So now for my choices so far... They go between HP, Sony, and, of course, Mac. I already went through Dell and found their computers a bit too expensive. Also, I just plain don't trust Dell after this disaster of a computer I'm using right now. I'd just appreciate some insight on each so I have a better idea of which is best for me. All of my options I had customized myself earlier.
HP - I did some research on the opinion of HP's computers overall, and found them very negative. With that, I'm a little wary of buying from them. I just want to know for sure what the deal is with them...
My laptop options are: 15.6" dv6t at $1134, 15.6" dv6tqe at $1229, and 17.3" dv7t at $1229
My desktop option is: 21.5" 220q at $1319.
Sony Vaio - I actually didn't see much about Sony's overall reliability but the little I did see was positive. I want to know more about them before I make that decision...
My laptop options are: 14" E Series at $1080, 15.5" E Series at $1070, 15.5" C Series at $1320, 15.5" S Series at $1390, and 16" F Series (2D) at $1380.
Mac - Yes, I'm a huge Mac fan, and it would be amazing for me if I got one. I've seen all the the YouTube videos reviewing them, testing their performance, and they all have extremely positive results. I'll have BootCamp so I can use Windows applications and, most importantly, play Windows-only games (Skyrim, for one). My obsession and love for Apple, as well as others', would ween me towards this. I even have some refurbished options to save some money in case I go Mac. All of these are the latest 2011 Macs. Also, let me know if i should wait for the new set of MacBook Pros coming soon or the new iMacs coming this summer...
My Refurbished laptop options are: 13.3" MacBook Pro 2.8 GHz Dual Core i7 at $1269; 15.5" MacBook Pro 2.2 GHz Quad Core i7
My Refurbished desktop options are: 21.5" iMac 2.7 GHz Quad Core i5 at $1249; 21.5" iMac 2.8 GHz Quad Core i7 at $1449
My New laptop option is: 13.3" MacBook Pro 2.4 GHz Dual Core i5 at $1318
My New desktop option is: 21.5" iMac 2.5 GHz Quad Core i5 at $1247
That's it! Let me know which of these may be the best or if you have your own recommendations. I'd appreciate the feedback so much.
P.S. I think HP and Sony are having an online sale right now that ends in a couple days so a quick response would come in handy. Thanks a lot.
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