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Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro i5-8250U 8GB RAM / 256GB SSD USD $811.11 + $3.59 Postage / ~AUD $1064 Delivered from GearBest

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Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro i5-8250U 8GB RAM / 256GB SSD USD $811.11 + $3.59 Postage / ~AUD $1064 Delivered from GearBest
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scotty on 12/11/2017 - 06:58 gearbest.com (1252 clicks)
1111GBAU30

Singles Day has passed but some coupon codes are apparently still working. This coupon code here 1111GBAU30 makes new low price for 15.6" Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro. USD $811.11 + $3.59 Australia Express delivery, around AUD $1064 delivered from GearBest (around $1129 last month).

Here are some specs:

  • Intel Core i5-8250U
  • NVIDIA GeForce MX150
  • 8GB DDR4 RAM
  • 256GB SSD
  • 15.6" Full HD display
  • 2kg

A few things to consider before purchasing

  • Overall price just tipped over $1,000 GST threshold, and you might have to pay extra 10% GST.
  • Device came with Windows 10 Chinese language pack.
  • There's a M.2 slot for extra SSD, but RAM looks like soldered on so no upgrade available.
  • You are dealing with an overseas vendor on warranty and returns. Be familiar with PayPal return shipping refund.
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  • mg_k on 12/11/2017 - 07:57
    +4

    Wayyy too expensive imo.

    I'd rather get this - https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/laptops/dell/del…

    • Captain Howdy on 12/11/2017 - 08:33

      Cheers for the model - I'll have to keep it in mind when I have some extra cash.

      I guess the main difference is you trade off the the dedicated GPU for touch screen support. That and you get a local Dell warranty.

      • steff on 12/11/2017 - 09:00
        +2

        wait for a dell outlet sale. local support + heaps better than spending your $$ with GB

      • mg_k on 12/11/2017 - 09:03
        -3

        The gpu is weak anyway, these machines aren't really made for gaming.

        I prefer the Dell - reputable brand, local warranty and can be purchased from a B&M store.

        I mean if the Mi is like $700 that's a different story, but virtually same price as the Dell? No way!

        • [Deactivated] on 12/11/2017 - 20:00
          +1

          I believe this mi book pro aims dell xps,

          Dell Inspiron is the entry level, you pay what you get.

          I do stand on mi side as it has better screen, better battery life , better body and better RAM and ROM performance.

        • ls123 on 12/11/2017 - 23:46

          honestly the build on the xiaomis are better than the Inspirons, probably more comparable to XPS line. Also one MAJOR plus is that it has USB-C charging, and MX150 is also pretty damn good compared to intel integrated graphics.

    • maxiaoc on 12/11/2017 - 09:06

      XiaoMi has got 15.6' screen, not 13.3'.

      • mg_k on 12/11/2017 - 09:19
        -2

        That's actually worse as the Dell Inspirion 15 5000 is even cheaper.

        • maxiaoc on 12/11/2017 - 11:46

          Dell one was released in 2014 with USB 2.0 only, while Xiaomi Pro is this year's product. not same

        • mg_k on 12/11/2017 - 13:04
          -1

          @maxiaoc:

          Really?

          Have a look - https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/laptops/dell/del…

          2017 latest model - 15.6" 8th gen i7

        • maxiaoc on 12/11/2017 - 18:10
          +4

          More expensive.
          Make sure it's got IPS Screen like Xiaomi has, not cheap TN one. Also, don't forget Keyboard backlit, all-metal body M2 slot for expansion etc.

    • tailgatinholden on 12/11/2017 - 09:30

      noob q: I've been looking at this model for a couple weeks.. Is it worth spending the extra $250-300 for the XPS 13 (basic model) with 7th gen i5 and no touch?

      • butter on 12/11/2017 - 09:32
        +1

        I would say yes. The xps would be made up of better materials and would likely survive mishandling a lot better

        If you baby your laptop, then probably not but you might as well go for the better one.

      • Captain Howdy on 12/11/2017 - 11:52

        You also have to take into account that Inspiron has the new 8th gen CPU, while the XPS has 7th gen. From what I've read there is a huge improvement in performance, north of 40%. I'm sure the added performance would be more readily apparent than any difference in build quality

      • JAKEBAB on 12/11/2017 - 11:59

        No. 7th Gen is only 2 core 4 thread vs 8th Gen 4 core 8 thread.

    • [Deactivated] on 12/11/2017 - 10:29
      +1

      Although you do miss out on the NVIDIA graphics card, this Lenovo Ideapad 320s also seems nice for its specs; 13.3" FHD screen, i5-8250U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $959.20 and local stock

      • nanoxz on 12/11/2017 - 11:16

        Seems good. Is the ram upgradeable?

      • mg_k on 12/11/2017 - 11:24

        Man thx for the info!!

        I went searching on Lenovo Australia site and didn't find anything 13" with an 8th gen Intel, but they do make them.

        Just spoke with the Lenovo Livechat and blast them - they really should list it on their site eventhough you can't buy one thru their store.

        Shocking imo!

    • anabol on 13/11/2017 - 09:07

      I'd never buy a Dell, but I agree with ya, there are lots of better laptop you can get for a grand

  • railspider on 12/11/2017 - 11:53
    +2

    If only it was under that nasty $1000 threshold

    • [Deactivated] on 12/11/2017 - 20:01
      +3

      It's GearBest, they're gonna say it's a $4 piece of aluminium on the declaration lol

      (Not literally, but they usually legit seem to put wholesale or rounded prices on shipping labels, ie $8 blitzwolf USB charger says ~$4)

  • crentist on 12/11/2017 - 14:32

    How awful are these for gaming? Would Overwatch work on this?

    • JD9151 on 12/11/2017 - 19:01

      The MX150 is the laptop model of the GT 1030, so you can look for benchmarks on Youtube. On Overwatch, you would get 40-55FPS on 1080p high, which is very decent, and if you lower the settings/resolution you could easily have a stable 60 FPS.

    • AustriaBargain on 12/11/2017 - 22:51

      Overwatch runs on pretty much anything. Doesn't look half bad even when scaled right down.

  • Zondor on 12/11/2017 - 19:21
    +4

    Linus Tech Tips Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rv3EWrlPLvc

    Even brought it from gearbest too

  • Dismo on 12/11/2017 - 21:06
    +5

    I have one of these. Some tips:

    • Build quality is great, screen is excellent.
    • It comes with Chinese language Windows 10. It's very easy to fix and convert to legit English: http://en.miui.com/thread-671176-1-1.html
    • It has an empty M.2 SSD slot (2280). The back panel is a pain to remove — use a free Officeworks recharge card or something to help pry it off. There's a hidden screw under the middle foot.

    That's about it. I had no driver issues after converting to English Windows 10. Everything worked straight away.

    • FeRGan on 13/11/2017 - 01:56

      Is the reflection from the glass in front of the screen very noticeable? I wonder what it would be like using one of these in a well lit room…

  • AustriaBargain on 12/11/2017 - 22:52

    So it looks just like a MBP, is it about the same weight and thickness?

  • Bluberry on 13/11/2017 - 00:03
    +2

    2 kg…yikes

    • stephendt on 13/11/2017 - 00:12

      Pretty standard for a 1080p 15.6" aluminium laptop with a huge battery.

      • Bluberry on 13/11/2017 - 00:53

        Samsung notebook 9 similar specs 1.3kg

        • anabol on 13/11/2017 - 09:11
          +1

          15 inch samsung 9 is 1.75 kgs and 500$ extra

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