Question Help to choose new laptop with Raid1

[Nenechka]

I have been a loyal Clevo owner for the past decade. I am currently running Eluktronics P775TM1-G but its time for an upgrade after seven years. I have never had any issues with Clevo laptops, except normal wear and tear (keyboard, cmos batteries replacement and so on).

My minimum requirements for the new laptop are:

• 3 SSD with two configured as Raid 1 ( 1 TB + 2x 4 TB)
• Reliable cooling

Nice to have : Display with higher than Full HD resolution.

I am now torn among three options:
SAGER NP9580S (Clevo X580WNS-G) ~ 4,539 USD
Advantages:

• Available in UHD screen
• Big chassis – plenty of space for naturally aspirated cooling
• SD card reader

Disadvantages:

• Makes it all most impractical to travel with
• Over 1,000 USD more expensive than competitor.

SAGER NP7571P (Clevo V370WNPQ) ~ 3,250 USD
Advantage:

• Classical 17’’ laptop with ample space for naturally aspirated cooling

Disadvantages:

• Reported reliability with keyboard and high noise
• Only 17’’ FHD available.

SAGER NP9560P (Clevo X560WNR-G) ~ 3,100 USD
Advantages:

• Screen is available 16" QHD+ 240Hz
• Power efficient AMD AI 9 HX370
• Can be travelled with

Disadvantages:

• Slim design with dual fan design potentially leading to elevated SSD temperatures.
• Only two SSD but can be configured as Raid 1.
• Lack of external ports

 

[Nenechka]

Note: I looked at SAGER NP9560R but turn off point is Vapor Chamber Cooling – they don’t sell spare and its impossible to replace it a t home. Reported reliability / longevity is about 3 -4 years.

I am not playing games but can need fast acting support for 4K monitors. I don’t know what happen with reviews I am not able to find any feedback on those three laptops and be grateful for your views /opinions.

 

[USAFRet]

3 SSD with two configured as Raid 1 ( 1 TB + 2x 4 TB)

As asked elsewhere, Why RAID 1?

 

[Nenechka]

Hi @USAFRet,
Twice in my life a HDD in laptop failed on me without a warning. Once I lost everything, second time I was ready for it (Raid 1 laptop), so just bought the replacement drive and happily continue my life without interruption.

Presently, the cost of an additional HDD is 71 usd for 2TB drive. A small price to pay for a piece of mind. I am little disappointed that with the new laptops I need to pay 3 times that amount (I cannot find a modern laptop with two HDD support, only SSD) for very little additional benefit. However, I can afford it. This option is also cheaper and more secure than any cloud storage option.

 

[USAFRet]

Hi @USAFRet,
Twice in my life a HDD in laptop failed on me without a warning. Once I lost everything, second time I was ready for it (Raid 1 laptop), so just bought the replacement drive and happily continue my life without interruption.

Presently, the cost of an additional HDD is 71 usd for 2TB drive. A small price to pay for a piece of mind. I am little disappointed that with the new laptops I need to pay 3 times that amount (I cannot find a modern laptop with two HDD support, only SSD) for very little additional benefit. However, I can afford it. This option is also cheaper and more secure than any cloud storage option.

Overall, 2 drives without any RAID is more protective of your data than 2 drives in RAID 1.
Reason...

The RAID 1 only protects against physical drive fail. It does nothing for all the other common means of data loss. Malware, ransomware, accidental deletion, etc, etc.

A real backup routine is far better than a RAID 1.