Which AMD laptop processor for Minecraft, Skype, internet, homework, etc?

[jpickart]

AMD A6 5200 / Radeon HD 8400 w/ 4GB RAM $306 (or $330 w/ 6GB RAM)
AMD A6 5350M / Radeon HD 8450G w/ 4GB RAM $310
AMD A6 6310 / Radeon R4 w/ 4GB RAM $306

 

[firo40]

They will all run minecraft really bad but other then that they will be fine. Even though the first has a lessser gpu the higher ram is why id say take it

 

[Akutalji]

I'd recommend getting at least an A8 (Quad core processor), it should run minecraft more reliably, as it is a CPU heavy program. The A8s also come with a more powerful iGPU, and will also help with gaming. Look for a notebook with 1360x768 resolution, as you will be able to run minecraft at full screen easier than full 1080p.

 

[jpickart]

I'd recommend getting at least an A8 (Quad core processor), it should run minecraft more reliably, as it is a CPU heavy program. The A8s also come with a more powerful iGPU, and will also help with gaming. Look for a notebook with 1360x768 resolution, as you will be able to run minecraft at full screen easier than full 1080p.

Would an Intel cpu be better for Minecraft?

 

[Akutalji]

jpickart - Would an Intel cpu be better for Minecraft? (do not know how to properly quote )

Yes and No. Intel CPUs are more efficient, and clock for clock, give you more power. Unfortunately, their iGPUs lag pretty far behind even against AMDs A6 series. I believe you would see greater FPS with AMDs A6 or A8 series.

 

[firo40]

If you got an intel laptop with a discrete gpu like a gtx740m it would be far better

 

[Ogedai]

Kaveri based laptops are just coming out, do look at them
Saw A10-7300 on Toshiba and Lenovo laptops