This is copied from my thread in notebookreview forum, thought I'd post it here as well since that forum is a pain in the butt to post anything (takes like 24hrs to approve every post).
General Questions
1) What is your budget?
$~1500
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
c. Thin and Light; 13" - 14" screen
d. Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen
3) Where will you buying this notebook? You can select the flag of your country as an indicator.
US.
4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
Open to all suggestions.
5) Would you consider laptops that are refurbished/redistributed?
No.
6) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?
Work and light gaming (~graphics level similar to 2010-2012 games).
7) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
Will travel with notebook.
8) Will you be playing games on your notebook? If so, please state which games or types of games?
Light gaming (~graphics level similar to 2010-2012 games).
9) How many hours of battery life do you need?
As much as possible.
10) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you're considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?
Either is fine.
11) What OS do you prefer? Windows (Windows 7 / 8), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
Windows.
Screen Specifics
12) From the choices below, what screen resolution(s) would you prefer? Keep in mind screen size in conjunction with resolution will play a large role in overall viewing comfort level. Everyone is different. Some like really small text, while others like their text big and easy to read. Click here for Screen resolution information.
1080p.
13) Do you want a Glossy/reflective screen or a Matte/non-glossy screen?
Either.
Build Quality and Design
14) Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you?
Yes. Preferably light and durable.
15) When are you buying this laptop?
As soon as possible.
16) How long do you want this laptop to last?
As long as possible.
Notebook Components
17) How much hard drive space do you need? Do you want a SSD drive?
At least 750GB HD. Preferably with SSD.
18) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a DVD Burner, Blu-ray Reader or Blu-Ray Burner?
Require standard DVD drive and burner.
General Questions
1) What is your budget?
$~1500
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
c. Thin and Light; 13" - 14" screen
d. Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen
3) Where will you buying this notebook? You can select the flag of your country as an indicator.
US.
4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
Open to all suggestions.
5) Would you consider laptops that are refurbished/redistributed?
No.
6) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?
Work and light gaming (~graphics level similar to 2010-2012 games).
7) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
Will travel with notebook.
8) Will you be playing games on your notebook? If so, please state which games or types of games?
Light gaming (~graphics level similar to 2010-2012 games).
9) How many hours of battery life do you need?
As much as possible.
10) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you're considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?
Either is fine.
11) What OS do you prefer? Windows (Windows 7 / 8), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
Windows.
Screen Specifics
12) From the choices below, what screen resolution(s) would you prefer? Keep in mind screen size in conjunction with resolution will play a large role in overall viewing comfort level. Everyone is different. Some like really small text, while others like their text big and easy to read. Click here for Screen resolution information.
1080p.
13) Do you want a Glossy/reflective screen or a Matte/non-glossy screen?
Either.
Build Quality and Design
14) Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you?
Yes. Preferably light and durable.
15) When are you buying this laptop?
As soon as possible.
16) How long do you want this laptop to last?
As long as possible.
Notebook Components
17) How much hard drive space do you need? Do you want a SSD drive?
At least 750GB HD. Preferably with SSD.
18) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a DVD Burner, Blu-ray Reader or Blu-Ray Burner?
Require standard DVD drive and burner.