Sager np5792 for college?

Hi guys, I am currently browsing the sager line, and the np5792 seems REALLY good and within my budget, but I looked at the weight and now I am not so sure. Is 9 pounds too much for a back, and did anyone else have an experience with such a heavy laptop? This is my first laptop, so I am not so sure
Thanks for the help

edit: since it seems a lot of people already got this laptop, does it seem too thick for lugging it around? and would you recommend the matte screen or the glossy screen? also, how is the battery life?

 

I currently use a NP5791 everyday and I bring it with me everywhere. I would recommend a backpack so your shoulders don't get sore. If you have to lug it with you at school, then I recommend a smaller laptop.

I have the glossy screen, which I prefer over the matte. It gives a more vibrant color and sharper image IMO. You really should check out a Best Buy or Circuit City to compare the two. It really depends on your personal preference.

The battery life for this monster is not great. Maximum Battery life is about an hour and a half. This is a powerful notebook so don't expect too much in this department.

Overall, I would recommend this laptop if you are a gamer and want to bring your system with you. If not, look elsewhere.

 

I think it depends what you're going to do with it in college. Personally, I prefer to take notes the old fashion way with paper, but if you plan to take it to every class and take notes on it then you might want a lighter one. Of course, whether something is too heavy to carry is also dependent on the person too.

If you plan to take notes with it in your classes, then I think you should consider something with a tad bit more battery life since your classes will last longer than your battery. Of course, I guess you could get a spare too.

 

Thanks for the info guys. So, is the difference between a 6 pund notebook and a 8 pound notebook noticeable on your back?

 

In my opinion it's not the weight but the physical dimensions of the laptop that make it a pain to carry around. A 17" screen is huge and in my experience, you'll be wondering why you bought a 17" the first time you have to lug it somewhere. Even a 15.4" is pushing it in my opinion. However if you want to have any sort of gaming capability then you need to stick with a 15.4" or larger because the 8400M-GS/ATI HD 2400 cards are too weak to provide a satisfactory gaming experience.

The Sager NP2090 is an attractive option.

If you are in college or a similar situation where you think you will need your laptop, I recommend using whatever computer you have at present for the first few weeks you are there. Then see what your needs/wants are. I bet they will change.

 

As far as bulk and weight go, it really depends on you. Given the fact that most textbooks probably weigh about the same, the weight isn't going to be a huge factor, but the bulk can be annoying. One of our techs actually bought an NP5950 (the 19" SLI notebook) while he was in college, and he dutifully lugged the 14.55 pound monstrosity around every day. I would say that's overkill for a college laptop, and the NP5792 may be, as well, even though it is significantly lighter.

It comes down to whether easy portability or gaming power is the more important feature for you, though. If you want the power, you're probably willing to endure a bit of bulk, but if having that much power isn't important, go for a smaller system, because an NP2090 with the GeForce 8600M will still play games well while being a little lighter and a little less bulky.

 

You also have to ask yourself do you really want to be that guy in class that yanks out the largest laptop. I've heard that this laptop isn't really on the quiet side, although correct me if I'm wrong.

 

Thanks for all the help guys. Im probably going to go for a 15 incher, like the np2090 or the xps m1530

 

I dont really want a 17" myself, but its really hard to find a 15.4" even with high performance video cards or some other features, sort of annoying.

 

if your a pretty decently built person, then lugging a 17inch notebook around campus shouldn't be too bad. you might get tired from carrying a notebook and other stuff around or sore out your shoulders. i find it a bit of a bother to carry around my 15.4inch NP2090 to take notes so I just don't bring it around with me.

I agree though that it would be the dimensions rather than weight of a notebook that affects it's portability. i wouldn't mind carrying a 5 or 6 pound 14.1inch notebook