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    Does it exist? 1600x900 with Sb under $800

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by LucrativeChaos, Jun 16, 2011.

  1. LucrativeChaos

    LucrativeChaos Notebook Enthusiast

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    So I was finally about to pull the trigger after a lot of time spent on here......and I'm having second thoughts
    I FINALLY decided on this
    Amazon.com: ASUS K53E-B1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Dark Brown): Computer & Accessories

    BUT.......I have been using a 1366X768 for 2yrs and wanted to upgrade, and couldn't find anything within my price range, so i settled.

    Is there such thing as a 15.6 sandy bridge ASUS with anything better than 1366X768 for under $800, or any brand for that matter?

    If not I guess I'm stuck with this, but thought i would give it one last shot.

    Thanks for you help
     
    LucrativeChaos, Jun 16, 2011
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    User Retired 2 Notebook Nobel Laureate NBR Reviewer

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    pukemon are you unplugged?

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    sager 3250 and 5160/5. but i'm sure with a couple upgrades you'll be over your budget quick.
     
    pukemon, Jun 16, 2011
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    LucrativeChaos Notebook Enthusiast

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    Those are great laptops, and good suggestions, the only problem is that then I'm paying a lot for a "gaming" laptop when I don't do any hardcore gaming.

    I'm trying to find something like the K53 with a nice resolution, which is proving difficult. I don't need i7 and a 1g graphics card.
     
    LucrativeChaos, Jun 18, 2011
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  5. pukemon

    pukemon are you unplugged?

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    try the 3250. the intel igp coupled w/optimus on the 520 which i assume you'll never use and you'll be good to go.
     
    pukemon, Jun 18, 2011
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    Hrogi Notebook Consultant

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    ALLurGroceries  Vegan Vermin Super Moderator

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    Hm I would have to respectfully disagree with a G72 refurb being a good idea.

    The G72 has had numerous heating/throttling issues reported. Its cooling system is subpar.

    The G73 on the other hand I would not hesitate to recommend (as long as you know the quirks of course)
     
    ALLurGroceries, Jun 18, 2011
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    LucrativeChaos Notebook Enthusiast

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    That G72 seems like a deal, its just to big for me. I have to stick with a 15in screen so that its somewhat portable
     
    LucrativeChaos, Jun 18, 2011
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    JOSEA, Jun 19, 2011
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