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    CPU + RAM Combo for Laptop

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Y3llowbeard, Aug 20, 2008.

  1. Y3llowbeard

    Y3llowbeard Notebook Enthusiast

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    My wife just got a new job and her boss is considering going with a laptop vs a new desktop. She'll occasionally be doing some Photoshop/Illustrator/Publisher work as well as MS Office. What is the best CPU + RAM combo she should be looking for. A 7200RPM drive or SSD goes without saying and will depend on costs.
     
    Y3llowbeard, Aug 20, 2008
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  2. Andy

    Andy Notebook Prophet

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    Montevina ?
    P8400/P9500 + 4GB DDR2-800 RAM CL5 + x64 OS + WD3200BEKT
     
    Andy, Aug 20, 2008
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    Bog Losing it...

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    ^ I second that configuration. SSD is not worth it at this point, btw.
     
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    Thanks and your suggestions are what I was leaning towards. However, I think I convinced her boss to get a nice mid level work station AND a laptop. I like dedicated machines for certain tasks.
     
    Y3llowbeard, Aug 21, 2008
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