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    Samsung "Premium" models similar to Sony Z, MacBook Pro etc..

    Discussion in 'Samsung' started by ChivalricRonin, Apr 30, 2010.

  1. ChivalricRonin

    ChivalricRonin Notebook Evangelist

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    Hello everyone. For quite some time I've passed over Samsung in my search for a new laptop, finding they mostly offered either ultralights without discrete graphics or were based on older technology. However, recently someone told me that there are several models (possibly Asia/Korea only?) that are high end "performance in a stylish space" types, analogous to the Sony Z, HP Envy or to a lesser extent the MacBookPro. Here's what I'm looking for

    13"-15" chassis, high build quality, Aluminum/Magnesium Alloy etc..
    Excellent quality LED-backlit (or better?) display. Super high (1920x1080) resolution isn't an issue so much as quality.
    Intel Core i7-620 option (13" preferably. 15" is fine too), Core i7-720/820 Quads in the 15" option.
    Discrete graphics - Nvidia GT330/335 1gb/ ATI 58xx/57xx 1gb or better.
    Backlit chiclet-style keyboard

    Is there anything like this on the horizon? Thanks!
     
    ChivalricRonin, Apr 30, 2010
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  2. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    The X series used to be the premium product range.

    You can see if any of these tick the right boxes: X318, X320, X360 (13" range), X418, X420, X460 (14" range), X518, X520 (15" range). If Google doesn't find enough info then you can download the manuals here.

    John
     
    John Ratsey, Apr 30, 2010
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  3. Phil

    Phil Retired

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    I don't think Samsung will offer anything. You're better of looking at Sony, Apple and HP.

    If you don't mind 16": Sony F and Dell XPS 16.
     
    Phil, May 2, 2010
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    Trusted Reviews reports that a Q330, Q340 and Q350 will be arriving in July.

    John
     
    John Ratsey, May 13, 2010
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