- Mar 20, 2001
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I'm trying to find a "near"-Ultrabook. I think my requirements below will explain what I mean by that. I want compact, light, good screen, and customizability.
I'll try to be specific so it's easier to give recommendations and guide me to what I want.
Must Haves
I hope that's enough info without being too much. I'm a software dev, and have used Lenovo W-series, Dell Latitude series, and other high-end notebooks, but pricing them out for a home build stretches the budget to $1200+. I need something a notch or two below that, without going with a POS Acer or something (sorry, I have a pet peeve about Acer -- and HP too now that I think about it).
Suggestions are most welcome, as are any questions for clarification.
TIA.
I'll try to be specific so it's easier to give recommendations and guide me to what I want.
Must Haves
- Screen: 14", no bigger
- Screen finish: Matte
- Reso: 1080p
- Panel: IPS
- CPU: Core i5 true quad core
- CPU Gen: Broadwell or Haswell
- RAM: Minimal -- I will be upgrading this, so must have 2 upgradeable RAM slots
- HDD: 2.5" mechanical HDD (I have my own 2.5" SSD to put in)
- Preferred Brands: Dell, Lenovo, Asus EDIT: Add Toshiba
- Preferred Vendors: Dell.com, Lenovo.com, Amazon.com
- Networking: Gigabit Ethernet, Wireless AC, Bluetooth
- Budget: $600 to $900
- CPU: Will settle for 2-Core/4-Thread (still i5)
- Graphics: (Intel only, but will upgrade CPU to get better graphics)
- Touchscreen: Would prefer to not have one, only acceptable if it retains matte screen
- Screen: Will take a *quality* 13" over a 14"
- Discounts: Would prefer *no* complex deals or coupons or gift cards, and NO refurbs (except MAYBE Dell Outlet)
I hope that's enough info without being too much. I'm a software dev, and have used Lenovo W-series, Dell Latitude series, and other high-end notebooks, but pricing them out for a home build stretches the budget to $1200+. I need something a notch or two below that, without going with a POS Acer or something (sorry, I have a pet peeve about Acer -- and HP too now that I think about it).
Suggestions are most welcome, as are any questions for clarification.
TIA.
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