Choice between laptops for light gaming?

Check X

Okay so both laptops are 400 pounds and I'm looking for the one that will perform best with light gaming the one with more ram but less powerful cpu/gpu or the one with less ram but better cpu/gpu
Here are the links : http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/acer-aspire-v3-571-laptop-15254170-pdt.html
http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/acer-aspire-v5-571-15-6-laptop-silver-14893761-pdt.html
I'm not looking for a notebook and I asked which of these is better in terms of gaming or something better that can be bought in the uk for about the same price.

Answer
lenovo G575 (43833CU) Notebook AMD Dual-Core Processor E-350(1.6GHz) 15.6" 3GB Memory DDR3 1066 320GB HDD 5400rpm DVD±R/RW AMD Radeon HD 6310

I have owned one for over a year now and it's excellent. Good build, Wide screen, full keyboard with numeric keypad (handy) and has enough power to play some decent games (I play World Of Warcraft on it no problem). Price is very reasonable too for it's class.

Here is the full spec and a few reviews... (Ignore the comment about the lid closing - that must be the person's own laptop - mine has never had a problem).

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834246137

Go get one!

lightest, best looking gaming laptop that isn't alienware?

j

Hi Guys,
I'm looking for a thin light weight 15 inch laptop that is aesthetically pleasing with a good graphics card. Does such a thing exist?? No alienware suggestions please, as they are heavy and look awful!
Thanks very much

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Gaming laptops are always beefy, because they require extra cooling, and more powerful components. Honestly, the only computer I can think of that can game and is thin and light is the 15 in retina MacBook Pro. It has a 650m, which is decent. You might want to wait for a refresh soon though.

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What is a cheap laptop that can run minecraft on the highest settings?

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Andre

I need a laptop for light gaming. I will only be playing Minecraft, WoW, and LoL. I will also use it for school.

Answer
it all depends on what screen size you prefer. you can often get clearance laptops much cheaper.contact me and i can help you more. jdbj32m@yahoo.com

What is a good gaming laptop that is up to date and also has a good price?

Nate

I am always on the move and I need a gaming laptop (because let's face it... Xbox and PlayStation can argue all they want but PC will always come on top). I've been stacking a whole bunch of games in my steam library but my laptop can only play TF2 and CS:S on VERY LOW settings. I want to play higher resolution games without there being "problems" (i.e. lag, overheating, below medium graphics, low RAM/Memory, etc.) and I also have certain specifications. Back light keyboard, front screen camera (including integrated microphone of course), Windows 8 OS, and (optional) 1080p. Now I've looked at the Alienware 14 and saw it's price. It was high but I was planning on buying it. Then when I got together with some of my nerdy friends I learned one of my friends has some Dell computer (sorry I don't have the name) that was $400 and it can run games like Bioshock Infinite on medium... Well damn... I don't need to run ultra on all my games but I WILL NOT run any lower than medium. I would like to know what laptops that would be around that price range and will last me for awhile. I would need to run games like Skyrim, CoD Ghosts, GTA V, War Thunder, ARMA 2, and other various games that are well known and/or new. I can't get a desktop and I can't "make my own laptop". I would also just like to say thanks in advance for taking your time to answer.

Answer
Well i think the gaming laptop which is not very expensive and very capable at the same time is Lenovo IdeaPad Y510p. Lenovo IdeaPad is really nice laptop which can high graphic games since it has i7 processor, 8GB RAM and Dual NVIDIA GeForce GT750M Discrete Graphics. see more information in this review:

http://whatlaptop.org/lenovo-ideapad-y510p-15-6-inch-laptop

Well if you could just raise your budget you can get a laptop from ASUS ROG series which is again a high performer but Lenovo is pretty competitive too. Hope this answer help.

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What does a blinking red light on an Alienware laptop mean?

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stumpedona

I recently purchased an Alienware M17x gaming laptop & notice that there's a blinking red light on the lid (the Alienware logo). I put in a new battery for it since the old one wouldn't hold a charge. I haven't turned on the laptop yet (after replacing the battery) thinking that this red light means the new battery is charging. I had it charging all night & the light is still blinking. Does anyone know what this blinking red light means? Could this new battery be bad as well or is there something wrong with the AC adapter? Please help!

Answer
I'm thing the laptop is in sleep mode

What are the requirements on a laptop to play multiplayer minecraft?

Devon

I don't know if I necessarily need a legit gaming laptop but I want to play with no lag. Stuff like ram and processor.

Answer
Well I'm no expert but you should have at least a 2.0 (coming from a guy with a 1.8 lol) processor. As far as the RAM, I have 2GB, but if you can find one with 3 that's great. For professional gaming laptops you're talking at least $1000, I got an amazing deal of $240 but mine isn't state of the art either lol. When logged in and in game, pause it, Esc, and go to Options, then Video Settings. Make these changes and the game should run a lot faster for you:

Graphics: Fast
Render Distance: Tiny or Short (Tiny works the best, but if you got a good laptop then you can go up to Short or Normal. Don't do Far unless you really need to, massive lagging)
Smooth Lighting: OFF
3D Anaglyph: OFF
GUI Scale: Auto
Brightness: Moody
Particles: Minimal
Performance: Power Saver
View Bobbing: OFF
Advanced OpenGL: OFF
Clouds: OFF

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What's a good laptop heating pad/mobile desk to deal with heat for the Alienware m17x?

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Sage Grey

I'm just worried about heat in a gaming laptop, is there a kind of stand or something other than cleaning the laptop and shutting it off when not in use to deal with heat when I'm using it?

Answer
I would suggest to buy laptop cooling pad
1)Logitech Notebook Cooling Pad (N100)
*Coolling pad distributes air quietly and evenly under your laptop
*Pad can be used on your desk or on your lap
*Versatile design, with colors and shape of pad inspired by nature
*Built for low-power consumption with minimal impact on your notebook battery
http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Notebook-Cooling-Pad-N100/dp/B001U3ZH7W/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

2)Kinamax FAN-NTP3 Business Notebook Cooler Pad with Three Built-in 60 mm Fans for Laptops

INAMAX FAN-NTP3 Business Notebook Cooler Pad with 3 Built-in 60mm Fans for Laptops Keep your laptop /notebook COOL! Description: USB Powered with on/off switch. Super Quiet. Light weight. Works for all laptops Keep your notebook cool! This Executive cooling pad for notebooks features three built-in 60 mm fans for easy thermal heat dissipation, keeping your notebook from getting too hot. Simply plug into your USB port! This super quiet slim laptop cooler with 3 fans. It's great for laptop users. Keep your laptop cool can prevent all sorts of undesired symptoms caused by overheating, for example, locked or hung programs. It can be used either as a buffer for mobile users to isolate the hot bottom of laptop from your lap or keep your laptop cool if it is used as your main computer sitting on a desk running most of the day. 3 fans once turned on will quietly whir the heat away from your laptop at a rate of 3000 RPM, producing 30 CFM of airflow. Hot air is sucked in from the bottom of the laptop and exhausted through the opening on the rear. Three green LED indicates the working status of the three fans. The laptop cooler comes with an On/Off switch on the front of the cooler. You don't need to unplug the USB plug every time you want to turn the fans on or off. Specifications : ? Front fan On/Off switch for easy access. ? 3 quiet fans for quick heat dissipation. ? Powered by USB bus, No additional adapter is needed. ? Light weight (1 Pound), easy to carry. ? 3 Green LED indicator to help detect fan failure or malfunction ? Three (3) built-in 60 mm fans ? Air Flow: 30 CFM ? Speed: 3000 RPM ? Noise: 21 dBA ? Current: 0.26A ? Voltage: DC 5V ? Power: 1.3W Package Includes : ? President notebook cooler pad ? USB power cable
http://www.amazon.com/Kinamax-FAN-NTP3-Business-Notebook-Laptops/dp/B000A0GWN4/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

3)Cooler Master Notepal U2 Notebook Cooler with Two Fans R9-NBC-8PBK-GP
*Dual removable 80 mm fans
*Accomodates up to 17-Inch notebooks
*Great for protection and storage
*Unique sturdy structure for long term desktop use
*Excellent convection design to prevent overheating
http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Notepal-Notebook-R9-NBC-8PBK-GP/dp/B002NU5V4A/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

Is it worth waiting for next gen processors/laptops or just buy one now?

Kamil

I've heard rumors of some "Haswell" processors by Intel to debut spring 2013, so I'm debating whether to wait for the new technology or just buy a laptop now. I'm planning on getting a light-gaming laptop, possibly a Lenovo Z580 (with the NVidia GeForce 640m). Need some advice, 10 points for best answer!
Or even next gen graphic cards, any changes to ssds, etc.

Answer
There is always going to be new technology. For example, if you didn't have the cash to buy windows 7 when it came out, and bought one around this time, you'd find windows 8 already stepped in. My advice is to buy a laptop now, with strong capacities and good processors. Your lenovo sounds okay. As with any computer, take care of it and it will last. If you buy a computer with good specs, it will at least last you a few years. But this is just my opinion. If you like sparkly fancy stuff that just came out and has no reviews, wait. :)

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That sounded incredibly biased, didn't it? Sorry.

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Does a laptop battery have to fully charge before turning on?

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stumpedona

I just bought an Alienware M17X gaming laptop & the AC adapter that came with the laptop does not let the battery charge, but I'm able to use the laptop with the adapter plugged in to a wall socket. So, I purchased a new AC adapter off of eBay hoping the battery would charge with it. I've tried turning on the laptop with the new AC adapter, but it doesn't turn on. There's power to the AC adapter because I see the green light come on. Do I have to let the battery charge for a certain amount of time before I'm able to turn on the laptop or is the AC adapter not working properly? Please help!

Answer
For your problem,i think there is something wrong between laptop battery and laptop adapter,Even though i am familiar with them,But if i say here,I believe you would not understand what i write,so you can go to website: http://www.tommox.com to see,It can give you big help.

What is a cheap laptop that can run minecraft on the highest settings?

Andre

I need a laptop for light gaming. I will only be playing Minecraft, WoW, and LoL. I will also use it for school.

Answer
it all depends on what screen size you prefer. you can often get clearance laptops much cheaper.contact me and i can help you more. jdbj32m@yahoo.com

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What's a good laptop heating pad/mobile desk to deal with heat for the Alienware m17x?

best gaming laptop light image

Sage Grey

I'm just worried about heat in a gaming laptop, is there a kind of stand or something other than cleaning the laptop and shutting it off when not in use to deal with heat when I'm using it?

Answer
I would suggest to buy laptop cooling pad
1)Logitech Notebook Cooling Pad (N100)
*Coolling pad distributes air quietly and evenly under your laptop
*Pad can be used on your desk or on your lap
*Versatile design, with colors and shape of pad inspired by nature
*Built for low-power consumption with minimal impact on your notebook battery
http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Notebook-Cooling-Pad-N100/dp/B001U3ZH7W/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

2)Kinamax FAN-NTP3 Business Notebook Cooler Pad with Three Built-in 60 mm Fans for Laptops

INAMAX FAN-NTP3 Business Notebook Cooler Pad with 3 Built-in 60mm Fans for Laptops Keep your laptop /notebook COOL! Description: USB Powered with on/off switch. Super Quiet. Light weight. Works for all laptops Keep your notebook cool! This Executive cooling pad for notebooks features three built-in 60 mm fans for easy thermal heat dissipation, keeping your notebook from getting too hot. Simply plug into your USB port! This super quiet slim laptop cooler with 3 fans. It's great for laptop users. Keep your laptop cool can prevent all sorts of undesired symptoms caused by overheating, for example, locked or hung programs. It can be used either as a buffer for mobile users to isolate the hot bottom of laptop from your lap or keep your laptop cool if it is used as your main computer sitting on a desk running most of the day. 3 fans once turned on will quietly whir the heat away from your laptop at a rate of 3000 RPM, producing 30 CFM of airflow. Hot air is sucked in from the bottom of the laptop and exhausted through the opening on the rear. Three green LED indicates the working status of the three fans. The laptop cooler comes with an On/Off switch on the front of the cooler. You don't need to unplug the USB plug every time you want to turn the fans on or off. Specifications : ? Front fan On/Off switch for easy access. ? 3 quiet fans for quick heat dissipation. ? Powered by USB bus, No additional adapter is needed. ? Light weight (1 Pound), easy to carry. ? 3 Green LED indicator to help detect fan failure or malfunction ? Three (3) built-in 60 mm fans ? Air Flow: 30 CFM ? Speed: 3000 RPM ? Noise: 21 dBA ? Current: 0.26A ? Voltage: DC 5V ? Power: 1.3W Package Includes : ? President notebook cooler pad ? USB power cable
http://www.amazon.com/Kinamax-FAN-NTP3-Business-Notebook-Laptops/dp/B000A0GWN4/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

3)Cooler Master Notepal U2 Notebook Cooler with Two Fans R9-NBC-8PBK-GP
*Dual removable 80 mm fans
*Accomodates up to 17-Inch notebooks
*Great for protection and storage
*Unique sturdy structure for long term desktop use
*Excellent convection design to prevent overheating
http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Notepal-Notebook-R9-NBC-8PBK-GP/dp/B002NU5V4A/?tag=bdd-linking-001-20

Is it worth waiting for next gen processors/laptops or just buy one now?

Kamil

I've heard rumors of some "Haswell" processors by Intel to debut spring 2013, so I'm debating whether to wait for the new technology or just buy a laptop now. I'm planning on getting a light-gaming laptop, possibly a Lenovo Z580 (with the NVidia GeForce 640m). Need some advice, 10 points for best answer!
Or even next gen graphic cards, any changes to ssds, etc.

Answer
There is always going to be new technology. For example, if you didn't have the cash to buy windows 7 when it came out, and bought one around this time, you'd find windows 8 already stepped in. My advice is to buy a laptop now, with strong capacities and good processors. Your lenovo sounds okay. As with any computer, take care of it and it will last. If you buy a computer with good specs, it will at least last you a few years. But this is just my opinion. If you like sparkly fancy stuff that just came out and has no reviews, wait. :)

...

That sounded incredibly biased, didn't it? Sorry.

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