processor and graphics?

looking to buy the hp dv6z-7200 should i upgrade from a6 to a8 for extra $50

AMD Dual-Core A6-4400M (3.0GHz/2.6GHz, 1MB L2 Cache)
to
AMD Quad-Core A8-4500M (3.0GHz/2.1GHz, 4MB L2 Cache

also graphics card worth upgrade for $50

AMD Radeon(TM) HD 7600 Series Discrete-Class
to
1GB AMD Radeon(TM) HD 7670M Discrete-Class Graphics

memory i can upgrade later and be cheaper and hard drive i can also.

i do some editing but lots of music playing, downloading, pics, videos, surfing internet, email etc nothing to fancy pretty basic

Thanks!

 

I would get the quad-core processor for $50. The base dual-core can do what you want but not a whole lot more.

The graphics card would be worth extra money if you play 3D games like Call of Duty but otherwise no.

What's the budget and what other notebooks are you considering? You might consider filling out our What notebook should I Buy FAQ and creating a thread here:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/wha...ould-i-buy-form-must-read-before-posting.html

 

also have the A10 but $100 more from what ive heard and my use would be A8.

no gaming for me

$800 at the most

was looking at samsung series, Hp dv6z-7200 and m6-1105dx thats about it

 

1) What is your budget?
$800 at the most

2) What size notebook would you prefer?
Thin and Light; 13" - 14" screen
Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen

3) Where will you buying this notebook? You can select the flag of your country as an indicator.
U.S

4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
a. Like:Hp,dell,samsung

5) Would you consider laptops that are refurbished/redistributed?
no

6) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?
some editing,music,movies,downloading,surfing internet,email etc pretty basic nothing to fancy

7) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
will be at a desk may bring with me once in awhile

8) Will you be playing games on your notebook? If so, please state which games or types of games?
No

9) How many hours of battery life do you need?
3-4hrs

10) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you're considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?
yes and no

11) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista or Windows 7), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
windows 7, windows 8

12) From the choices below, what screen resolution(s) would you prefer? Keep in mind screen size in conjunction with resolution will play a large role in overall viewing comfort level. Everyone is different. Some like really small text, while others like their text big and easy to read. Click here for Screen resolution information.
anti glare 1080 HD

13) Do you want a Glossy/reflective screen or a Matte/non-glossy screen?
matte

Build Quality and Design

14) Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you?
no

15) When are you buying this laptop?
black friday

16) How long do you want this laptop to last?
aleast 3-4yrs

Notebook Components

17) How much hard drive space do you need; 80GB to 640GB? Do you want a SSD drive?
650gb no SSD

18) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a DVD Burner, Blu-ray Reader or Blu-Ray Burner?
yes no blue ray dvd/cd/burner