I am looking to buy a laptop from tesco's and seen 2 I like, one is HP Pavillion DV6355 and the other is a Gateway MT6839B. I need it for a media course at college so it needs to have usb and firewire, etc. They both have this but which one is the better brand. Please help.
2007-07-28 03:23:12 · 10 answers · asked by Rachel Louise 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Gateway has lousy customer service and too many hardware issues. Unless you want alot of downtime meaning not using your computer I'd go with the HP. However I prefer Dell over both.
2007-07-28 03:30:33 · answer #1 · answered by Geek Girl 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well, our office has used both, so here's my take:
HP is the bigger brand-name (especially after the merger with Compaq) but I find them a bit overpriced, and they come loaded with bloatware (trial versions and demos of software that you didn't ask for, probably don't want, and certainly don't need- which slow down your system) They also have presinstalled "HP update" software that frequently searches for updates online and keeps you informed of HP product offers- no thanks.
I'd take the Gateway if the specs are equivalent. From what I've been able to find on those models it appears the HP comes with 1GB of RAM while the Gateway comes with 2GB? If that's the case, definitely go with the Gateway!!
As a side note, Dell's technical support has gone WAY downhill since they began outsourcing over the past few years. Only their server support remains top-notch.
2007-07-28 03:38:30 · answer #2 · answered by C-Man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easy choice, HP is the top seller of laptops. Gateway down the list as a budget seller.
2007-07-28 05:05:53 · answer #3 · answered by lueeluee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to the Consumer Reports magazine (which is the superior consumer product testing organization) Gateway is actually one of the worst brands fro reliability, and has been for several years. I would personally go with a Dell, but with what you have told me, take the HP.
2007-07-28 03:31:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I even have 2 HP Pavilion DV6000s the two working Vista. I equipped them the two on-line from HP in December 2006. i could no longer be happier with the acquisition. i could advise HP. As for the Vista haters- i do no longer understand why. i'm a potential person and that i've got no longer any issues in any respect with it. SP1 is out now too.
2016-12-11 04:05:41 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HP & Gateway are both VERY respected and trusted companies. I have had very good experiences with both. Pick which ever one that you get the most for your money for. You should be happy with either one. I know that Gateway's customer service is awesome - experience - along with HPs. It's your pick!!
Good luck!
2007-07-28 03:31:26 · answer #6 · answered by Tyler 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I was also looking at that gateway laptop in tesco, but decided to go for one in 'comet' instead now i kinda wish i had gone for the gateway one!
And also ive just noticed!!! My names also Rachel Louise :)
2007-07-28 03:32:02 · answer #7 · answered by .:xxRachxx:. 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
HP. I have an old HP desktop and it still runs like new. They have great consumer support so if you ever need to, you want, but they are there.
2007-07-28 03:33:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hp dont touch gateway if thats your only choice
2007-07-28 05:48:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think ill go for gateway
2007-07-28 03:30:41 · answer #10 · answered by ANGGELICA 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋