Hey all... i know we get this question alot, but can anyone offer any input on the following config for a new laptop? Thanks!
Lenovo - IdeaPad P500 Touch 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - 6GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Gray
3rd Gen Intel® Core™ i5-3230M processor
Features a 3MB L3 cache and 2.6GHz processor speed with Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz.
Intel® Core™ i5 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance with a speed boost.
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
Delivers extra performance when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you don't. Intel® HD graphics provide extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it.
6GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking efficiency, expandable to 8GB.
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive
Create custom DVDs and CDs.
15.6" WXGA LED-backlit high-definition widescreen 10-point multitouch display
With 1366 x 768 resolution offers easy navigation and delivers intense detail and clarity.
Intel® Wireless Display
Wirelessly transmits streamed or downloaded movies, TV shows, music, photos and more from your laptop, network or the Internet to your TV (NETGEAR Push2TV adapter required, not included).
1TB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
Intel® HD Graphics 4000
For lush images and vivid detail. HDMI output for flexible connectivity options.
Built-in webcam
Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends in 720p resolution.
2-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital and MultiMediaCard formats.
1 USB 3.0 port and 2 USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n)
Connect to the Internet without wires.
Bluetooth 4.0 interface
Easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
Built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN
For quick and easy wired Web connection.
Weighs 5.7 lbs. and measures just 1.1" thin
For easy portability. Backlit keyboard allows easy typing in low-light conditions.
Microsoft Windows 8 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
Lenovo - IdeaPad P500 Touch 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - 6GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Gray
3rd Gen Intel® Core™ i5-3230M processor
Features a 3MB L3 cache and 2.6GHz processor speed with Turbo Boost up to 3.2GHz.
Intel® Core™ i5 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance with a speed boost.
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
Delivers extra performance when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you don't. Intel® HD graphics provide extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it.
6GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking efficiency, expandable to 8GB.
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive
Create custom DVDs and CDs.
15.6" WXGA LED-backlit high-definition widescreen 10-point multitouch display
With 1366 x 768 resolution offers easy navigation and delivers intense detail and clarity.
Intel® Wireless Display
Wirelessly transmits streamed or downloaded movies, TV shows, music, photos and more from your laptop, network or the Internet to your TV (NETGEAR Push2TV adapter required, not included).
1TB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
Intel® HD Graphics 4000
For lush images and vivid detail. HDMI output for flexible connectivity options.
Built-in webcam
Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends in 720p resolution.
2-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital and MultiMediaCard formats.
1 USB 3.0 port and 2 USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n)
Connect to the Internet without wires.
Bluetooth 4.0 interface
Easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player.
Built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN
For quick and easy wired Web connection.
Weighs 5.7 lbs. and measures just 1.1" thin
For easy portability. Backlit keyboard allows easy typing in low-light conditions.
Microsoft Windows 8 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
Posted Sat 13 Jul 13 @ 1:00 pm
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Posted Sat 13 Jul 13 @ 3:33 pm