Can someone advice if Acer, Dell is a good brand? Budget is only S$1.5K.
2006-10-17 04:35:14 · 17 answers · asked by Wen Hwee 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
dell inspirion 640m
http://www1.ap.dell.com/content/products/features.aspx/inspn_640m?c=sg&l=en&s=bsd
Intel(R) Core(TM) Duo Processor T2400
1.83 GHz, 2MB Cache, 667 MHz FSB
Genuine Windows(R) XP Home Edition (English)
Genuine Windows(R) XP Home SP2 Edition(English) CD Media
Dell(TM) Media Experience Software CD Kit
Hardware Maintenance * 1-Year Limited Warranty (Next Business Day On-site Service - parts & labour)
1 Year Standard Phone Support: Mon-Fri 0900-1800
Notebook Batteries Carry One Year Warranty Only From Invoice Date
Regional Support Within Asia Pacific Countries For Notebooks With 1 Yr NBD
1 Year CompleteCover Programme (Asia Pacific Regional Coverage Only)
Displays 14.1" WXGA+ Ultrasharp(TM) TFT Display with TrueLife(TM) ( 1440 X 900 res)
1024MB (2 X 512MB) DDR2 SDRAM
Keyboards Internal Dell(TM) 87 Keys Keyboard (English)
80GB SATA Hard Drive
Internal 8X DVD+/-RW Combination Drive with dual layer write capabilities
Sonic(TM) CinePlayer
Roxio Creator LE and Roxio MyDVD LE
Microsoft(R) Works 8.5 - OEM version
Word Processor/Spreadsheet/Database/Calendar/Powerpoint viewer/Email Tools
Network Assistant Dell(TM) Network Assistant - 90 days Trial
Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945 Dual Band 802.11a/g 54Mbps Wireless Mini Card
6-cell 53Whr Lithium Ion Primary Battery
Intel(R) Media Accelerator 950 Graphics Up to 224MB shared system memory
Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet
1 ExpressCard Slot, (DOES NOT SUPPORT PCMCIA CARDS)
Intel(R) 945GM Chipset
Artic Silver with Alpine White accents on a black base
Dell(TM) Media Direct 2.0
Internal 56K Modem
RJ-11 Modem cable (AP)
Integrated Stereo Sound
Dell(TM) Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module
65W AC Adapter
Freight Charges Inspiron(TM) Handling & Insurance Charges (Singapore)
Delivery Charges Inspiron(TM) Delivery Charges (Singapore)
Before Tax 1,452.00
GST - Singapore - 5% 72.60
Total Amount SG$ 1,524.60
>> perfect fit, tailor made 14.1"; notice external console
bet you'll enjoy it !
equally good for work & entertainment
1 yr complete coverage, including accidents ....
>> happy computing !
2006-10-17 05:24:12 · answer #1 · answered by sεαη 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work with a bank that only installs Dell PC's and laptops. Trust me, I repair an average of 3 laptops a day! All dells. Dell is cheap for a reason. And it is not economies of scale. If sony can't match Dell's price, and the Japanese are known for effeciency and price leadership, them something is not right with Dell's products.
I would go with Fujitsu, Sony, Hp or Toshiba. These things last a lifetime. And HP bought Compaq, not Dell buying compaq as someone earlier said.
2006-10-17 06:13:34 · answer #2 · answered by softtoucher 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think Dell is better then Acer. Your budget can get you a Dell high performance notebook. They provide universal warranty, so you don't worry about service anywhere in the world. The Dell XPS series gets a high recommendation from PC Magazine :)
2006-10-17 04:54:43 · answer #3 · answered by HK gal 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Dell and a Gateway laptop and I like them both. Personally I love my Gateway but have had very little problems with my Dell. With 1.5K you should be able to get a pretty decent computer no matter what you want it to do. both of their customer service are helpful.
2006-10-17 04:53:16 · answer #4 · answered by K.S. THiS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had nothing but good luck with Dell. Their prices have gotten a lot more resonable recently. And they will frequently have specials that will make them even better. Their service is excellent. Their systems use quality hardware. They don't load a lot of junk software on their systems.
I used to work on Acers a lot a few years ago. I never had a very good experience with them. However, recently they have been getting a much better reputation. I still can't say anything good about their service. But their product is getting a lot better.
2006-10-17 04:44:32 · answer #5 · answered by ottoe57 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a Toshiba they are the best brand usually come with a 2 year manufactures warranty don't buy Dell there battery's catch on fire and acer are rubbish I had one and the hard disk just died cost me around $300 for a new one.
2006-10-17 05:08:32 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have personally purchased around 50 laptops for personal use and friends and I have to honestly say I have tried them all. However, I gotta say that now, I am HIGHLY in love with the new Mac Book Pro. You can run both Windows and Mac OS with the new Boot Camp software that is free from Apple and get the best of both worlds. If you are using the laptop for work, it will run Office and everything else you need. And, if for home, and you do video editing, picture editing, etc, you cannot beat Apple for the included suite of applications. I have HATED Apple my entire life, but now I am in love. I am a convert. The new Intel Pro processors did it for me. For your budget, you should be able to get a nice laptop from Apple.
2006-10-17 04:46:56 · answer #7 · answered by Corey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My friend had a bad experience on Dell's Desktop.
Dell's Laptop are not bad, reasonable price.
Acer's Laptop are better
in fact these 2 brands have reasonable price.
2006-10-17 22:31:37 · answer #8 · answered by sugar_guy84 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have bought 5 computers so far, the last one I brought last week was a Dell laptop xp pro from www.propertyroom.com I paid $300. with a warranty, it's brand new plays DVDs records, or CD's. This would have cost me $1,900 + retail
2006-10-17 04:55:32 · answer #9 · answered by MsDiviness 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a computer technician and yes dell is a good laptop to invest in. I haven't seen to many problems with their computers.
When you order one they should ask you what you intend to do with it (like play games and what not) and will help you get the best hardware for what you want to do.
2006-10-17 04:45:42 · answer #10 · answered by James C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋