I need a new laptop with more memory...What should I get?

Question

My laptop now is a older one...It only has 12MB left~...

I have so much stuff on from my daily journals and music to Pictures!...

I LOVE PC but everyone has been telling me that I should switch to MAC since they have more memory...Is that true?

What should I get?...

I will like to stay under $2000...

I will only be able to put 25% down and do payments for the 75% of the total...

So Money isn't THAT much of a issue as long as I can do payments...

Answer 1

ok. yes a mac is awesome.

if you are talking about memory as in a hardrive, any laptop will do.

but if you want more ram (makes it  faster) then get a mac with 4 gigs of ram. but if you want a laptop for under 2000 get an hp. customize it anyway you like and then order it!..

hope it helps....

Answer 2

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?...

Product Features

Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T8100 with 3MB L2 cache and 2.1GHz processor speed

4GB PC2-5300 DDR2 memory for multitasking power

Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive for creating your own media discs

The next-generation Intel® Core™2 Duo processor is based on the innovative Intel® Core™ microarchitecture, so it runs faster and is more energy-efficient for cooler, quieter operation

15.4" XGA widescreen display with TrueLife technology and 1280 x 800 resolution

320GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)

Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 integrated graphics with up to 358MB graphics memory (shared); 1 HDMI output; high-definition 2.0 audio

Built-in 2.0-megapixel webcam to liven up Internet chat, instant messaging and blogs with color photos and video

8-in-1 digital media reader supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Density, Secure Digital High Capacity, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD-Picture Card and SDIO formats

IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 4 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer

Built-in Bluetooth connectivity; Dell 1397 wireless networking mini-card (802.11b/g); 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet network card

Red design adds a unique look to the laptop case

Weighs 6.1 lbs. and measures 1"–1.3" thin for portable power; 6-cell lithium-ion battery

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit operating system with Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled; software package included with Microsoft Works 9, Adobe Reader 8.1 and Roxio Creator 10 Dell Edition

Answer 3

I assume memory=hard drive space.

If the laptop you currently have works, just buy an external drive. 500GB can be had for $150 or so.

Answer 4

you should get a pc, most laptops have at least 160gb hdd now, id get the dell insprion 1525 its $699 250gb hdd, 3gb ram, heres the site

http://www.dell.com/content/products/pro...

Answer 5

Almighty then. lol

If you’re buying a laptop, there are a few things to consider.

1. The processor. Most, if not every decent laptop in today's market has dual-core technology. This means that it has two processors working as one to compute information. Now, what's the difference between speeds? In all reality, for a common user (that is not a hard-core computer geek like some of us), the difference between 1.8GHz and 2.0GHz is negligible. The only areas you will be able to notice will be in gaming, and video encoding.

2. The memory. If the OS (Operating System) is a "32-bit" then it can only read approximately 3 GB of RAM. Only the "64-bit" processors can understand 4+ GB of RAM. RAM is what the computer uses to store temporary information, like open programs (internet, word processing, music players, etc...). A general rule of thumb is that the more RAM, the faster the computer will load programs/files to a point (as with everything). An industry standard nowadays is around 3 GB. The faster the "clock speed" of the ram (the higher the PC xxxx), the higher quality the RAM.

3. Hard Drive space is what you store the more permanent information on - word files, music, videos, programs, etc....If you have an extensive music library (5000+ songs (legal songs)), then you should be looking at a computer with at least 250GB (1 GB = 1 Billion Bytes). If you don't really need all that space, then a laptop with 160+ GB of Hard Drive space would suffice.

4. Graphics Processor!!! If you will not be watching many DVD's or playing any games, then you can settle for an integrated video processor such as the INTEL X3100. If you want the security of being able to play the occasional 3D game, then I would recommend a dedicated graphics card with dedicated memory (256MB or 512MB). You can check whether or not the card is integrated by going to "http://www.notebookcheck.net"

5. Most laptops now feature DVD/CD Burners. Some offer a built in feature known as "Lableflash or Lightscribe." This will allow you to "etch" images on special CD/DVD's. It makes the finished CD/DVD look more professional.

6. Price Comparison. Expect to spend $550+ for a decent laptop nowadays. You can sometimes (or during really good sales) find ones cheaper around $450.

Well, there are four computers that are a great steal for their price this week - two from BestBuy and two from CircuitCity. However, it would help to know what activities you would be using the laptop for. Would it be solely for word processing, web browsing, and the occasional video, or would you prefer one that could handle all the above but includes the ability to withstand 3D gaming, video editing, and heavy media usage?

The first laptop I would recommend is the Toshiba M305D-S4829 from Circuit City this week. I just purchased it last Wednesday, and am typing on it right now. It has a ton of power, like seriously. I was playing BF2142 last night with no problems. It costs $699, but It'll be running strong for a few years before anything begins to become too demanding for it. The sound quality on this laptop is phenomenal. It has Harman/Kardon speakers that are Bose quality. It has 4GB of RAM, an ATI Radeon 3100 processor, which is nearly equal to most mid-range dedicated graphics processors. It support 802.11b/g/n networks. It has a standard webcam (not to mention facial recognition software for extra secured log-ons) and all the other features you need lol. The style on this laptop is phenomenal.

If that is slightly out of your price range though, I would say go to Best Buy and pick up the HP DV5-1002NR. It costs $679, but it is nearly as good as the above laptop with only a few exceptions (it is actually better in some areas as well, lol). The touchpad on it has a glossy feel which is fine for cooler weather, but if its humid out or your fingers are the least bit sweaty, it becomes quite difficult to move the pointer. It has a slightly better video processor - the ATI Radeon 3200 (the main difference is that it has a HDMI output). It has a slightly larger screen at 15.4" WS. Its half a pound heavier, which isn't really a big deal to me at all. It also runs the 32-bit OS of Vista which will only support 3 GB of RAM, which is fine for nearly everything.I hope this helps you in your quest!

The next two are right about tied for abilities if the above prices are a bit out of your budget. I would recommend testing each one, and then deciding which one you prefer better.

The first one is the Toshiba L305D-S5868 from BestBuy this week at $549. It features the ATI Radeon 3100 which is capable of handling many 3D games, and in fact - it is the same video processor as the laptop that I am using. It features a built-in webcam, as well as standard DVD/CD re-write ability. It has a 250GB hard drive running at 5400RPM. One feature that it could improve upon is its stock RAM. From the store, it only comes with 2GB. This can be easily upgraded to 3GB from any computer retailer (including www.newegg.com). It also comes with a user-friendly touchpad as well as a nice blue form factor. Although it doesn’t necessarily have all of the extra-goodies, this laptop is perfect for the common pc user, and comes at a great price!

The second one is the Toshiba L305D-S5881 from Circuit City. This laptop is nearly identical to the last laptop with a few exceptions. It has 3GB of RAM instead of the two in the previous model. Along with this, it has a slightly different blue form factor. The price is adjusted for the extra gigabyte of RAM - $579.99. Remember to compare the two before your purchase to ensure that the one you buy is more fitting for your likings.

If you have any questions - feel free to email/message me! Enjoy!

© Marshall 2008

Answer 6

you gotta tell us how big your current hard drive is, this way , we can see how much you will need. macs are great computers and i highly recommend them, but pcs have just as much storage space. in the future, dont use the term "memory." this refers to the RAM of the computer, which is not the part that stores all your files. you are talking about the hard drive. i'm gonna say that you need at least 160 gb hard drive, if not larger. just find out how much you are using now. you'll want at least a hundred gigabytes more to give you enough space for everyday use with plenty to spare. the less space you have, the slower the computer goes, so even if you can fit everything on a specific hard drive, get the bigger one. good luck

Answer 7

This is one of the best laptops and has payments, www.alienware.com, its the bomb website, the value of these laptop stay high in price, goto ebay and see how much a used goes for.

good luck