Have i chosen the right Laptop (Toshiba Satellite A305-S6861)

Hi folks i finally choose Toshiba Satellite A305-S6861 with all thoughts goin thru ma mind calling everyone regarding the laptop had one hell of time choosing it , is it worth it
Here are the Specs

Processor & Memory:

* Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5750 (2.0GHz)
* 667MHz front side bus speed
* 2MB L2 Cache
* 4GB DDR2 SDRAM memory

Drives:

* 320GB (5,400 RPM) SATA hard drive
* Labelflash™ DVD-SuperMulti Double Layer Drive:

Graphics & Video:

* 15.4" widescreen TruBrite® TFT LCD display; 1280 x 800 (WXGA) native resolution
* 128MB ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3470 graphics

Communications:

* Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN WLAN
* 10/100 Ethernet
* FM tuner with antenna
* Webcam and microphone built into LCD bezel

Audio:

* Built-in harman/kardon® stereo speakers
* Sound volume control dial

Keyboard:

* 86 key US keyboard
* TouchPad™ pointing device

Expandability:

* Two main memory slots (occupied)
* ExpressCard™/54 slot
* 5-in-1 Bridge Media Adapter accepts Secure Digital, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard and xD-Picture card

Ports:

* REGZA LINK™ (HDMI-CEC)
* RGB port (monitor)
* TV-out (S-Video)
* S/PDIF output (shared with headphone port)
* i.LINK™ IEEE 1394 (FireWire) port
* Four USB 2.0 ports with Sleep and Charge
* RJ-45 port (LAN)
* Headphone output
* Microphone input

Operating System:

* Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Home Premium with SP1 (64-bit)

Power Supply:

* Li-Ion battery pack (4,000mAh)
* 90W (19V x 4.74A) AC adapter: 100-240V / 50-60Hz

Additional Information:

* Dimensions: 14.3" W x 10.5" D x 1.36"/1.52" H
* Weight (approximate): 6.0 lbs.
* LCD Cover Color: Fusion finish with Horizon pattern
* Warranty: One year (limited) on parts and labor
Total Damage $949 ( Doesnt Include Shipping+Taxes)

My Bro is gonna order it tomo thru costco the link is

Toshiba Satellite A305-S6861 @ Costco

If some one can post better deal for this laptop tat would be great

 

Without knowing what you're planning on using it for it's hard to say.

For general computing and non CPU intensive tasks it will be good, doubt you'll be doing any major 3d rendering or top of the line gaming with it though.

 

I really think you should take into consideration the new Intel platform before purchasing this laptop, because even though you have 4g ram, a good graphics card, and overall nice specs, the heart and sole of your computer is lower than it could be for around the same price.

 

Are there any better cores for this price if s help me out

 

I'm looking at the same laptop for myself!!! i think i'm gonna order it through amazon, i think they don't charge tax, although i'm not sure, i think it depends on the state! The fact that it has a good descrete video card is what pushed me over the edge. Most of the other ones i looked at for this $$ had intergrated graphics or had the bottom of the barrel discrete video cards, this one is better than the hd 2400 or hd 3450, so it's not all the way at the bottom =) if you get it , post up and give us your thoughts on it!!!

 

are u sure tat u will save tax on amazon ,once i get had on this i will surely post it up here ,i should be getting on 7th of August ie when ma parents are gonna come to India

 

here is my review Toshiba My review