Hi all,
As an intro: Dell has their "10 Days of Deals" on and the Studio XPS 16 is (or seems to be) SUPER cheap. My question is: Is there any reason NOT to buy this computer (anyone have problems with theirs?). I am definitely going to buy a computer in the next 3-6 months and I like Dell and Lenovo, but would consider an apple. Anyway, thoughts thoughts thoughts please as I may go buy this tonight. Thanks in advance!
akx
http
/configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?oc=DYDOFD1&c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&kc=laptop-studio-xps-16
1_What is your budget?
Ideally around $1,000, but could go up to $1400
2_What is the size of the notebook
that you are considering?
15-16"
3_What screen resolution do you want?
high enough to enjoy movies, maybe games
4_Do you need a portable or desktop replacement laptop?
I want a powerful laptop w/ Core i7, at least 4gigs ram and dedicated graphics card
5_How much battery life do you need?
long battery life is nice, but not essential (ideally 3 hours)
6_Do you want to play games with your laptop? If so then please list the games that you want to with the settings that you want for these games. (Low,Medium or High)?
Never have before, probably won't but the option would be nice
7_What other tasks do you want to do with your laptop? (Photo / Video editing,watching movies, Etc.)
video editing, converting, dvd ripping, etc. I use 3D software at work and it would be nice (but not essential) to do this on my new computer
8_How much storage (H.D.D Capacity) do you need?
at least 320 GB, 500 ideal. REALLY want 7200 rpm hd
9_If you are considering specific sites to buy from, please post the links to them.
http/configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?oc=DYDOFD1&c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&kc=laptop-studio-xps-16
Costco also has good deals and free 2 year support
10_How long do you want to keep your laptop?
my current Dell turns 7 in June. Not great for video playback (Hulu? forget about it!) but can still do basic video encoding. Ideally this one will last 5+ years
11_What kind of Optical drive do you need? DVD ROM/Writer,Bluray ROM/Writer,Etc ?
Bluray isn't necessary (but it'd be cool!) DVD burn is necessary
12_Please tell us about the brands that you prefer to buy from them and the brands that you don't like and explain the reasons.
I love the Dell that I have now. I've had problems with HPs in the past. Lenovo looks like they make pretty nice systems too.
13_What country do you live in?
USA
14_Please tell us any additional information if needed.
Thought of one more question: Basic resolution is 1600x900, and for $75 i can get 1920x1080 - is this worth it? I want to futureproof, but also don't want to kill my battery (although it is an LED screen).
Thanks for your opinions guys.
As an intro: Dell has their "10 Days of Deals" on and the Studio XPS 16 is (or seems to be) SUPER cheap. My question is: Is there any reason NOT to buy this computer (anyone have problems with theirs?). I am definitely going to buy a computer in the next 3-6 months and I like Dell and Lenovo, but would consider an apple. Anyway, thoughts thoughts thoughts please as I may go buy this tonight. Thanks in advance!
akx
http
/configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?oc=DYDOFD1&c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&kc=laptop-studio-xps-16 1_What is your budget?
Ideally around $1,000, but could go up to $1400
2_What is the size of the notebook
that you are considering?
15-16"
3_What screen resolution do you want?
high enough to enjoy movies, maybe games
4_Do you need a portable or desktop replacement laptop?
I want a powerful laptop w/ Core i7, at least 4gigs ram and dedicated graphics card
5_How much battery life do you need?
long battery life is nice, but not essential (ideally 3 hours)
6_Do you want to play games with your laptop? If so then please list the games that you want to with the settings that you want for these games. (Low,Medium or High)?
Never have before, probably won't but the option would be nice
7_What other tasks do you want to do with your laptop? (Photo / Video editing,watching movies, Etc.)
video editing, converting, dvd ripping, etc. I use 3D software at work and it would be nice (but not essential) to do this on my new computer
8_How much storage (H.D.D Capacity) do you need?
at least 320 GB, 500 ideal. REALLY want 7200 rpm hd
9_If you are considering specific sites to buy from, please post the links to them.
http
/configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?oc=DYDOFD1&c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&kc=laptop-studio-xps-16 Costco also has good deals and free 2 year support
10_How long do you want to keep your laptop?
my current Dell turns 7 in June. Not great for video playback (Hulu? forget about it!) but can still do basic video encoding. Ideally this one will last 5+ years
11_What kind of Optical drive do you need? DVD ROM/Writer,Bluray ROM/Writer,Etc ?
Bluray isn't necessary (but it'd be cool!) DVD burn is necessary
12_Please tell us about the brands that you prefer to buy from them and the brands that you don't like and explain the reasons.
I love the Dell that I have now. I've had problems with HPs in the past. Lenovo looks like they make pretty nice systems too.
13_What country do you live in?
USA
14_Please tell us any additional information if needed.
Thought of one more question: Basic resolution is 1600x900, and for $75 i can get 1920x1080 - is this worth it? I want to futureproof, but also don't want to kill my battery (although it is an LED screen).
Thanks for your opinions guys.
. Blu-ray just depends on if you own and BD movies or plan to buy them. You might see slightly less battery life, but nothing drastic (maybe a couple of minutes).
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