Best Black Friday laptop deal?

[Cargirl]

This year I am searching for the best laptop deal and looking for some feedback on what others think is a good deal? I do not do any gaming and just use for creating documents & spreadsheets , searching the web. I am liking the Dell ones but wondering if there's a better deal somewhere that I am missing?

 

[len_mullen]

Asus Vivobook 17 FHD 17.3" Laptop, Intel Core 5-120U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Backlit Keyboard, Windows 11 | Staples

 

Turn everyday tasks into something special with the Asus Vivobook 17 laptop, your essential tool for getting things done easier, anywhere. It's completely user-friendly, too, with its 180-degree lay-flat hinge and physical webcam shield. Asus Antimicrobial Guard Plus protects frequently-touched surfaces from harmful bacteria, safeguarding your health. Make all your days more enjoyable with the Vivobook 17. With this laptop, you're always ready to take on any everyday task, whether it's work, play, or entertainment. Whatever you need to achieve, there's always plenty of computing power on tap with the Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of fast memory, 512GB of speedy SSD storage, and a comprehensive range of wireless connectivity up to Wi-Fi 6 allows you to load online content in the blink of an eye.

• Features a 1.4GHz Intel Core 5-120U 10-core processor, with up to 5GHz speed and 12MB cache memory
• 512GB SSD keeps your running programs active while your computer resumes from suspension in seconds
• Windows 11 Home operating system provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface
• 8GB memory smoothly runs your games, photo and video editing applications
• DDR4 SDRAM memory technology for high-performance solution
• Features a Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution for unbelievable pixel-by-pixel image performance
• Get comfortable with an expansive 17.3" screen that makes streaming, scrolling, and multitasking easy and enjoyable
• Backlit keyboard lets you play day or night
• Features Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax, dual-band, 1 x 1) and Bluetooth 5.2 wireless connectivity
• Meets or exceeds the ENERGY STAR 8.0, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), REACH, RoHS, and EPEAT Silver standards
• Offers 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x HDMI, 1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack, 1 x DC-in ports
• Laptop delivers beautifully clear visuals with the three-sided slim-bezel NanoEdge display
• Wide viewing angles maintain great quality even for off-center viewing, and the TUV Rheinland eye care certification ensures low blue light levels that reduce the risk of eyestrain during long viewing sessions
• Audio system delivers an extremely immersive, clear, and balanced sound experience
• Asus ErgoSense keyboard provides an incredibly satisfying feel, with the optimum key bounce and travel calculated with fine-tuned precision
• With the built-in fingerprint sensor in the touch pad and Windows Hello, there's no need to type in your password every time: all you need is a single touch
• Comes in quiet blue
• Power adapter: 45W AC; output: 19VDC, 2.37A; input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz universal
• Features a 720p HD camera with privacy shutter

What are the battery hours on this quiet blue asus 17.3 inch laptop?
Aug 18, 2024 Asked by Nevin L.
My battery lasts about 5 hours on full charge. 

 

Can ram be increased to 16 gb?
Aug 3, 2024 Asked by RDR
Yes

[Kash]

Len is a wealth of knowledge on this subject. I just wanted to chime in and say I just got my ds a HP Victus. I know you said you don’t do gaming. But worth a peek. It’s sold out right now on Best Buy. But that could change…

 

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sku/6570600.p?skuId=6570600&sb_share_source=PDP

 

[kskim77]

On 11/13/2024 at 6:16 PM, len_mullen said:

Asus Vivobook 17 FHD 17.3" Laptop, Intel Core 5-120U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Backlit Keyboard, Windows 11 | Staples

 

Turn everyday tasks into something special with the Asus Vivobook 17 laptop, your essential tool for getting things done easier, anywhere. It's completely user-friendly, too, with its 180-degree lay-flat hinge and physical webcam shield. Asus Antimicrobial Guard Plus protects frequently-touched surfaces from harmful bacteria, safeguarding your health. Make all your days more enjoyable with the Vivobook 17. With this laptop, you're always ready to take on any everyday task, whether it's work, play, or entertainment. Whatever you need to achieve, there's always plenty of computing power on tap with the Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of fast memory, 512GB of speedy SSD storage, and a comprehensive range of wireless connectivity up to Wi-Fi 6 allows you to load online content in the blink of an eye.

• Features a 1.4GHz Intel Core 5-120U 10-core processor, with up to 5GHz speed and 12MB cache memory
• 512GB SSD keeps your running programs active while your computer resumes from suspension in seconds
• Windows 11 Home operating system provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface
• 8GB memory smoothly runs your games, photo and video editing applications
• DDR4 SDRAM memory technology for high-performance solution
• Features a Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution for unbelievable pixel-by-pixel image performance
• Get comfortable with an expansive 17.3" screen that makes streaming, scrolling, and multitasking easy and enjoyable
• Backlit keyboard lets you play day or night
• Features Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax, dual-band, 1 x 1) and Bluetooth 5.2 wireless connectivity
• Meets or exceeds the ENERGY STAR 8.0, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), REACH, RoHS, and EPEAT Silver standards
• Offers 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x HDMI, 1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack, 1 x DC-in ports
• Laptop delivers beautifully clear visuals with the three-sided slim-bezel NanoEdge display
• Wide viewing angles maintain great quality even for off-center viewing, and the TUV Rheinland eye care certification ensures low blue light levels that reduce the risk of eyestrain during long viewing sessions
• Audio system delivers an extremely immersive, clear, and balanced sound experience
• Asus ErgoSense keyboard provides an incredibly satisfying feel, with the optimum key bounce and travel calculated with fine-tuned precision
• With the built-in fingerprint sensor in the touch pad and Windows Hello, there's no need to type in your password every time: all you need is a single touch
• Comes in quiet blue
• Power adapter: 45W AC; output: 19VDC, 2.37A; input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz universal
• Features a 720p HD camera with privacy shutter

What are the battery hours on this quiet blue asus 17.3 inch laptop?
Aug 18, 2024 Asked by Nevin L.
My battery lasts about 5 hours on full charge. 

 

Can ram be increased to 16 gb?
Aug 3, 2024 Asked by RDR
Yes

Is there a better laptop than this with a better processor? I heard i7 is the one that I should look at for a laptop for school.

[len_mullen]

1 hour ago, kskim77 said:

Is there a better laptop than this with a better processor? I heard i7 is the one that I should look at for a laptop for school.

 

Sure.  Best thing to do is sit down and make a list of the things you want to do with the laptop.  Then make a list of the applications you will use to do those things.  Find the most demanding application and note its system requirements and recommended specs.  

 

Then consider how you will be using the laptop.  How long will you need it to run on a battery?  How big a screen is best for you. 

 

Once we know these things, we can compile a list of laptops that you can comfortably run for years.  I typically get a decade out of a desktop and half that out of a laptop.

 

As for the processor, i7 is a marketing term.  For Intel, each generation of CPU features good enough (i3), good (i5), better (i7), and best (i9).  Typically, power use and price increase and battery life decreases as you climb to 'best'.  So long as you exceed the recommended specs for your most demanding application, which CPU got you there will not be that important.

 

PassMark CPU Benchmarks - New Laptop CPUs Performance

 

 

 

[bribri25]

@len_mullen After browsing the NewEgg ad, I'm highly considering CPU upgrade (+ required MoBo) and wanted to get your thoughts.

 

I have NVidia 4070 GPU, and 4th Gen Intel (don't laugh). I primarily use Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro.

I've read that Intel has slight advantage (with NVidia GPU) with codecs in Premiere, but probably negligible. I've always had Intel, but the 13th/14th Gen snafu has me considering AMD. I don't think I need top of the line, but upgrade is probably overdue; looking at 13th Gen i7 (or AMD equivalent). 

 

What's your thoughts on AMD vs Intel and which generation? Then, a compatible MoBo with Thunderbolt for my external drive? Especially with deals coming up that you may know of, as well 

 

Thanks!

 

[len_mullen]

6 hours ago, bribri25 said:

@len_mullen After browsing the NewEgg ad, I'm highly considering CPU upgrade (+ required MoBo) and wanted to get your thoughts.

What's your thoughts on AMD vs Intel and which generation? Then, a compatible MoBo with Thunderbolt for my external drive? Especially with deals coming up that you may know of, as well.

 

I assume you are looking to upgrade a desktop not a laptop.

 

The requirements for your most demanding application (Premiere Pro) are Intel® 11th Gen or newer CPU with Quick Sync, Windows 10 (64-bit) version 22H2 (or later) or Windows 11, 16 GB of RAM for HD media or 32 GB or more for 4K and higher, 8 GB of GPU memory, fast internal SSD for app installation and cache, additional high-speed drive(s) for media, 1920 x 1080 or greater display, and HDR 1000 for HDR workflows.

 

Quick Sync is a feature of Intel integrated graphics.  CPUs with integrated graphics do not have an F designation.  I would get a 12th gen i5/i7 to avoid the 13/14 gen drama. 

 

If your case, PSU, and cooling are adequate, and you are game an upgrade, consider something like this...

 

GIGABYTE B760M DS3H DDR4 Bundle with Intel 12600K and G.SKILL F4-3200C16D-32GVK

 

and a big, fast SSD.  Clone your existing system onto the SSD (assuming Windows 10x64 or Windows 11).  Should be fun.

 

[bribri25]

On 11/19/2024 at 1:54 AM, len_mullen said:

 

I assume you are looking to upgrade a desktop not a laptop.

 

The requirements for your most demanding application (Premiere Pro) are Intel® 11th Gen or newer CPU with Quick Sync, Windows 10 (64-bit) version 22H2 (or later) or Windows 11, 16 GB of RAM for HD media or 32 GB or more for 4K and higher, 8 GB of GPU memory, fast internal SSD for app installation and cache, additional high-speed drive(s) for media, 1920 x 1080 or greater display, and HDR 1000 for HDR workflows.

 

Quick Sync is a feature of Intel integrated graphics.  CPUs with integrated graphics do not have an F designation.  I would get a 12th gen i5/i7 to avoid the 13/14 gen drama. 

 

If your case, PSU, and cooling are adequate, and you are game an upgrade, consider something like this...

 

GIGABYTE B760M DS3H DDR4 Bundle with Intel 12600K and G.SKILL F4-3200C16D-32GVK

 

and a big, fast SSD.  Clone your existing system onto the SSD (assuming Windows 10x64 or Windows 11).  Should be fun.

 

Thanks for taking the time.

 

Yes, desktop; sorry, probably shouldn't have hijacked the laptop thread.

I like the idea of 12th Gen; probably i7. I already have upgraded the GPU, and to 1TB SSD. I have 16TB Lacie external HDD, using USB 3.1, so really looking for a MoBo that supports Thunderbolt, so that combo probably won't be ideal. Definitely gives me something to work with though. Thanks for the input! Also probably go with 64GB RAM.

 

I see some deals/very low prices on the 12th Gens, so maybe fine without a bundle.