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    Questions about Razer Blade 2015

    Discussion in 'Razer' started by JelloBiafra, Jul 27, 2015.

  1. JelloBiafra

    JelloBiafra Newbie

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    I am thinking of selling my MacBook Pro Retina'13 to get a RazerBlade '15. The Mac has just as many issues as Windows machines and then there's the fact some software just isn't offered on OSX. I am running Parallels and it's just a pain in the ass to keep both going. Are the RB'15's as problematic as some of these threads are showing? The CS seems to be pretty much trash. I have to have a reliable laptop for work, and some gaming.
     
    JelloBiafra, Jul 27, 2015
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  2. eula218

    eula218 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi there.

    I bought the RB15 FHD 2 months ago and to date its been fine (touch wood). I think it's hit and miss how it turns out and alot of people have bought through the Microsoft reseller as you get additional cover.

    They do look bloody good though!
     
    eula218, Jul 27, 2015
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  3. Kelevra_V

    Kelevra_V Notebook Guru

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    I had a Macbook Pro for a while and got the RazerBlade 2015 QHD+ after that. Best of both worlds! Physically its basically a black Macbook pro but internally its so much better, and with Windows, which I just prefer (even Windows 8). I for one have had few issues with the laptop, even upgraded the SSD without problem. The issues I did have were easily resolved and I recommend you ask for a recovery USB just in case. While a last resort, it returned everything to like new for me when I had some issues playing Witcher 3. I also use the laptop for work and on the train and it gives me a decent batter life for that. Playing Witcher 3 on the train barely gives me an hour but thats to be expected. Scaling issues can be annoying sometimes with the 4k screen but nothing terribly unfixable. If thats a deal breaker, you can always get the Full HD version, which some reviewers say is the better version, though I love my screen and enjoy the touchscreen too

    In sum, I could not be happier. SO glad I spent money on this. Feel free to ask questions if you have any!

    Edit: I got it in March 2015
     
    Kelevra_V, Jul 28, 2015
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  4. JelloBiafra

    JelloBiafra Newbie

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    I didn't think the SSD in that could be upgraded by the user.
     
    JelloBiafra, Jul 29, 2015
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    Kelevra_V Notebook Guru

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    Kelevra_V, Jul 29, 2015
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