Hi all,
Budget - <$1100
Processor - i5 or A8/10 would be overkill (but if it makes more sense $ vs performance, I would go higher than lower)
OS - Win 7 or 8 and I will dual boot with Linux (Ubuntu 10.04 or Mint)
Size - 15 in. or less
Battery - variable ($300 vs ultrabook are two different expectations)
I am looking to upgrade my netbook. My usage is implied from the netbook: general internetting, multi-tasking (Word, Internet, a few third party programs), and maybe some low/mid-range games (maybe LoL or Torchlight). At this point, I am leaning towards an ultrabook/APU "sleekbook". I am of the impression that an APU might fit my general usage and help me avoid a discrete GPU (better battery life).
My netbook is a Samsung and I am very happy with their product/ proprietary software packaged. The 3 and 5 series seem like a good fit. HP also has APU powered "sleekbooks" which are attractive, save my view of HP products.
If anyone has any thoughts on how valid the ultrabook concept is (worth the hype?) vs picking up a $300-400 laptop and just beating it into the ground and getting another in 2 years. Black friday is around the corner and I would like to make a decision before that.
Any thoughts are welcome!! Thank you all for your input.
Budget - <$1100
Processor - i5 or A8/10 would be overkill (but if it makes more sense $ vs performance, I would go higher than lower)
OS - Win 7 or 8 and I will dual boot with Linux (Ubuntu 10.04 or Mint)
Size - 15 in. or less
Battery - variable ($300 vs ultrabook are two different expectations)
I am looking to upgrade my netbook. My usage is implied from the netbook: general internetting, multi-tasking (Word, Internet, a few third party programs), and maybe some low/mid-range games (maybe LoL or Torchlight). At this point, I am leaning towards an ultrabook/APU "sleekbook". I am of the impression that an APU might fit my general usage and help me avoid a discrete GPU (better battery life).
My netbook is a Samsung and I am very happy with their product/ proprietary software packaged. The 3 and 5 series seem like a good fit. HP also has APU powered "sleekbooks" which are attractive, save my view of HP products.
If anyone has any thoughts on how valid the ultrabook concept is (worth the hype?) vs picking up a $300-400 laptop and just beating it into the ground and getting another in 2 years. Black friday is around the corner and I would like to make a decision before that.
Any thoughts are welcome!! Thank you all for your input.