Laptop for programming (dual core or quad core)

[Xaris_]

Hi, I am currently studying Computer Science and in the upcoming September I will be starting my final year in my University. I am looking for a 15.6" laptop (between 900€-1100€), but I can't decide if I should choose a dual core one, which is much smaller, compact and with less power consumption, or should I sacrifice the size of it and pick a quad-core. Also I don't know if I should get it with a SSD just right out of the box or install it myself later.

Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

 

[Hellfire13]

You might need more core performance for what you are getting into. Better go for a quad core. It will last you longer too.