Thank you, Roger.
--- In simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com, "RogerX19" <helpmeroger@...> wrote:
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> Linda,
>
> You've been doing way too much research.
>
> A Celeron processor might not be good enough for yourself, but is more than adequate for what you've told us about your friend.
>
> But for what she does, just shop on price.
>
> Buy the Samsung, if you still can.
>
> Today's Best Buy ad has a HP computer for $379.99 (no monitor) which will be just fine for her.
>
> For that price, don't expect any computer to be a "sound, dependable, quality machine,"
>
> You can't have quality when they have to cut corners to get the price that low.
>
>
> rogerX
>
>
>
>
> --- In simplycomputers2@yahoogroups.com, "Linda" <kindajazzy@> wrote:
> >
> > Hi All,
> >
> > Have posted this on one other site but am now including this site, as I'd appreciate any advice anyone may have.
> >
> > Helping a friend buy a computer & would appreciate some advice on what to get.
> > In a nutshell I need a simple but sound, dependable, quality machine, capable of
> > remaining stable (as in updated mode), for a skiddish computer person who
> > detests change & is on a budget. As you can see, I've got my work cut out for
> > me.
> >
> > She is not computer savvy at all & uses her computer only for email, news & a
> > few Office docs. She doesn't do fancy things with photos or play heavy duty
> > games. She wants it simple & easy. Trust me, I do mean simple & easy. She is of
> > the opinion that when you buy a computer, everything should stay the same,
> > always, in all ways, and forever. She doesn't like change. Well, I finally
> > convinced her that technology does not stand still, for any one, in any
> > situation, at any time, ever. Not cars, not washing machines, not medical
> > equipment, not computers. She's not fond of that, but begrudginly accepts
> > it....sort of. Still she wants the most carefree piece of equipment possible,
> > on as low a budget as possible. Yup, I've got my work cut out for me......
> >
> > All this tells me she has to have certain components that will not become
> > outdated with lightening speed. So even though she's on on a fairly ststrict
> > budget & doesn't want to spend alot of money, certain components will be
> > necessary to keep her going at her minimum, for a decent length of time withoug
> > a great deal of trouble.
> >
> > I know a very teeny, tiny bit but have been researching to know more & be able
> > to help her get the right piece of equipment. So far I have come up with the
> > following:
> >
> > For a budget laptop under $500:
> >
> > PROCESSOR
> > 1. Intel Pentium - avoid Celeron.
> > Chip models are P, T, SU and B.
> > P- and T-series = older, rebranded Core 2 Duo processors..will work for basic
> > tasks.
> > SU Series - Steer clear of the SU chips…single-core chips.
> > B-series chips are based on the latest Intel Sandy Bridge architecture…..have
> > similarities with the powerful Core i5 and i7 processors. Finding a laptop with
> > the B-series is your best bet.
> >
> > OR
> >
> > 2. AMD CHIPS
> > Turion II is fine
> > Athlon II and Phenom II families fine
> > Avoid Sempron, AMD's budget chip.
> > A series is the new & latest chip that competes with Intel's Sandy Bridge chips.
> > You may occasionally find one of these on a sub-$500 laptop. That would be a
> > good choice as well as a good buy.
> >
> > CONCLUSION FOR (Budget Computer) PROCESSOR:
> > FOR AMD - A series – the new, latest chip that competes with Intel's Sandy
> > Bridge chips. You may occasionally find one of these on a sub-$500 laptop. That
> > would be a good choice as well as a good buy.
> > FOR Intel Pentium – B Series chips
> >
> > Minimum 2GB of RAM - tho 4GB will keep machine from seemign outdated so quickly
> >
> > Hard drive 250GB -500GB
> >
> > For a Midrange Laptop $500-$900
> >
> > PROCESSOR
> >
> > The most modern mid-range processors are the Intel Core i5 and the AMD A-series.
> > The Core i3 or AMD Phenom II. are older or slower models.
> > If you're paying this much, hold out for the better choice.
> >
> > For the best performance, make sure the Core i5 is a second generation model
> > A Core i5 second generation will have a number in the 2000 range,
> > such as the Core i5 2410M (the "M" stands for mobile). Mobile i5 processors are
> > dual core. The only real choice you'll need to make regards processor speed.
> >
> > The i5 2410M is 2.3 gigahertz; the i5 2520 is 2.5 gigahertz. In general, a
> > higher number is better. However, you really won't notice a .2 gigahertz
> > difference - The 2410M will work just fine, plus it's more common.
> >
> > AMD's A-series processor - There are three levels of A-series processors A4, A6
> > and A8.
> > The A4 is a dual-core processor, like the mobile Core i5.
> > The A6 and A8 are quad-core processors like the Core i7.
> > The only exception is the A6-3500; it has three cores.
> >
> > In terms of pure processing power, the A-series can't match the Core i5. It also
> > isn't as energy efficient. That's because the A-series is based off AMD's older
> > Phenom II processor.
> >
> > CONCLUSION – FOR PURE POWER AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY – CORE i5
> >
> > It's all-around the better processor. You will find it a bit snappier when
> > opening programs or when performing processor-intensive tasks. Plus, your
> > battery life will be a bit better.
> >
> > Ok - this is what I've been able to find. How did I do? Any advice as I
> > proceed to the purchase phase? This week Best Buy has a Samsung AMD Quad Core
> > A6 Acelerated Processor 4GB DDR3 memory and 320 GB hard drive with Window 7 Home
> > Premium for $379.99. I'm leery of that good of a deal, so what am I missing? I
> > got mine on a special like that & turned out it had a Celeron that I had to
> > update.
> >
> > Thanks so much to anyone who can help. Really I do appreciate the help.
> >
> > Linda
> >
>
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