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Best $600 Laptop w/ SSD?

Shlutka

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Aug 1, 2014
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Hey! The laptop I need is for my school's FRC team (robotics). My only requirements are an SSD. Quick boot and software launch speeds are very necessary.

Whatever is best for the money, thanks everyone!
 
http://www.logicbuy.com/deals/acer-aspire-e/435850.aspx

15.6" 1920x1080 Full HD display; Weight 5.27lbs
Intel Core i5-6200U ULV 2.3GHz (Turbo Boost to 2.8GHz) Dual-Core SKYLAKE CPU
8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 802.11AC WiFi, Bluetooth
Windows 10 OS; Backlit Keyboard
NVIDIA GeForce 940MX 2GB discrete graphics w/ HDMI
Up to 12 hours of battery life
1-year warranty

Not sure about best, but that is a heck of a deal.
 
Solution
How about this:https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-ideapad-310-Windows-80SM00JSUS/dp/B01FJFN2NC/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1473595380&sr=1-2&refinements=p_36%3A2421887011%2Cp_n_feature_twelve_browse-bin%3A9521908011%2Cp_n_feature_four_browse-bin%3A2289792011%2Cp_n_feature_fourteen_browse-bin%3A2057440011
 
I would say that isn't a very good offering. Low resolution screen, small battery. i7 is nice though.

Lenovo's also tend to not have HDMI ports to avoid licensing fees. Looks like VGA and probably Display Port or Mini Display port hiding somewhere.

Might see if you can track down an i5 model with a FHD screen.