Is this a pretty good laptop for $749.99. and is it ok for games?

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Operating System MIcrosoft Windows Vista Home Premium

Intel® Mobile Technology Intel® Centrino® Processor Technology

Processor Intel® Core(tm) 2 Duo Processor T5450

Processor Speed 1.66GHz

Level 2 Cache 2MB Level 2 Cache

Data Bus Speed 667MHz Frontside Bus

RAM Installed / Max RAM Supported 2GB DDR2-667 RAM (Not Expandable)

Memory Configuration (2) 1GB SO-DIMM Memory Modules

Memory Slots Available (0) Available 200-pin SO-DIMM Slots

Hard Drive 160GB 5,400RPM Serial ATA Hard Drive

Multimedia Drive SuperMulti Double Layer 8x DVD±RW Drive with Double Layer Support

Display Type 12.1" WXGA CrystalBrite Display

Video Card Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 Video Chipset

Video Card Memory Up to 358MB of Shared Memory

Sound Card High Definition Audio Chipset

Modem/Communications Device 56K V.92 Fax/Modem

Network Features 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet

Wireless Network Features IEEE-802.11b/g Wireless Network

Ports and Connectors (1) VGA 15-pin Port; (3) USB 2.0 "A" Ports; (1) RJ-11 Modem Port; (1) RJ-45 Network Port; (1) Microphone Port; (1) Headphone/Audio Line Out Port with S/PDIF Support

Memory Card Reader 5-in-1 Media Card Reader

Memory Cards Supported Secure Digital, MultiMedia Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, xD Picture Card

Expansion Slots (1) Express Card/54 Slot (supports Express Card/34)

Built-In Devices Speakers, Webcam and Microphone

Included Power Supply 65 Watt AC Adapter

Included Battery 6-Cell Rechargable Lithium-Ion Battery

Answer 1

its good, but u need more ram and the video cards kinda whack.

not a gaming laptop, but u can try some chess titans lol

Answer 2

Not really. The intel X3100 is not good at all for gaming because it shares system resources.

Alrighty 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.

       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, and the headphones produce 8x more bass than my previous laptop. It has 4GB of RAM, an ATI Radeon 3100 processor, which is nearly equal to most mid-range dedicated graphics processors. The only game that I haven’t been able to run at medium settings has been Crysis, but it is playable at low. It supports 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. The only area it could use improvement in is with its battery life, averaging 90-120 minutes; this can easily be addressed with an extra battery.

       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 c

Answer 3

What do you mean by "Games"

If you mean solitaire, then yes, you  ID Ten T.