Hello!
I am on the hunt for a replacement laptop, but I don’t have any tech knowledge. Would someone be able to suggest a suitable option to handle the basic requirements (internet browsing and streaming), plus the occasional game of The Sims? Due to disability, I prefer larger/sturdier over portable/light, open to the idea of a desktop but laptop is my preferred option. Would love to grab a bargain with EOFY sales if possible. Under $800 would be ideal.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
Thank you for the help, I will keep an eye out for a deal. They are out of my price range when not on sale, but they look a lot sturdier than other options I have seen.
Yeah. I had a used Thinkpad and the battery just wouldn't die no matter what I did, mind you this is with the heavier chonky one but it was totally worth it. Good build too, sadly I had to replace it because the screen was an awful TN panel.
Sometimes the chonkier the better! The reviews on the them sound great, and it really helps being pointed in the right direction.
Compare the specs and buy the best your money can buy.
Its not rocket science
Specs may on paper seem good, but it doesn't always equate to a good experience. For example this laptop could have a Core i7-8565U but it thermal throttles meaning a well cooled Core i5-8265U would outperform it. Build quality is also a very important factor in a laptop.
+1 for Lenovo Thinkpads. I have an old E520 that has lasted me nearly 10 years so they are great quality.
I think the E595 would be a decent choice at your price point:
https://www.lenovo.com/au/en/laptops/thinkpad/thinkpad-edge/…
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-ThinkPad-E595-laptop-re…
That is really helpful - sounds exactly like what I am after. Thanks so much!
Can someone pls recommend .. I am confused between :
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thanks
Wait for one of those Thinkpad Edge deals to come around, they are generally very good. A Thinkpad would be perfect for your use case.