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looking for input on my new gaming laptop

packersfan036

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I just bought a used but in perfect condition Lenovo y900-17isk ideapad gaming notebook for $800.00 I upgraded it with another m.2 and a 500gb ssd. what does everyone here think of this laptop I really like it.
 
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The IdeaPad Y900 retailed for $2,400 when notebookcheck did their review on this machine back in September 2016:
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-IdeaPad-Y900-17ISK-Notebook-Review.174445.0.html

The overall verdict was positive, although the Y900 was considered 'late to the game' even at the time of release.

However, while the reviewers did find some drawbacks and odd omissions, compared with similar MSIs and ASUS ROGs, some of the high-points are definitely relevant to your situation. This includes overall build-quality, which is high, and the connectivity options, which are generous. With a DP port and an HDMI 2.0 port you should be able to run two 4K monitors at 60Hz.

The GPU is a bit old by now, but I doubt you'll find a...
As far as I'm concerned, Gaming and Laptops don't go well together, many buyers expect too much from them.

Still, I hope it meets your expectations, just don't push it too hard.
 
The IdeaPad Y900 retailed for $2,400 when notebookcheck did their review on this machine back in September 2016:
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-IdeaPad-Y900-17ISK-Notebook-Review.174445.0.html

The overall verdict was positive, although the Y900 was considered 'late to the game' even at the time of release.

However, while the reviewers did find some drawbacks and odd omissions, compared with similar MSIs and ASUS ROGs, some of the high-points are definitely relevant to your situation. This includes overall build-quality, which is high, and the connectivity options, which are generous. With a DP port and an HDMI 2.0 port you should be able to run two 4K monitors at 60Hz.

The GPU is a bit old by now, but I doubt you'll find a laptop today with similar features at $800.

Happy gaming,
GreyCatz.
 
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ya, it games real well it also has g-sync to