Showing posts with label Gaming Laptop PCs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gaming Laptop PCs. Show all posts

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Best Gaming Laptop Computers Buyer's Guide

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Are you in the market for gaming laptop computers? Do you need some advice on choosing a good laptop for your gaming needs?

Then you've come to the right place! Laptops are forever becoming more powerful, there's never been a better time to buy your new laptop.

This article will look into the various factors you should consider when buying your gaming laptop computer.



Screen Size

Choosing a screen size for your laptop depends on what you will use the laptop for. Avid gamers and those who wish to view DVD movies on their laptop will typically want a larger screen than normal computer users. Keep in mind that the larger the screen, the more you will pay. You could save quite a bit of money by going with a smaller screen, although if you're a diehard gamer this is probably not an option for you, as you will want the biggest screen you can get your hands on for a great gaming experience.


Laptop Video Card

Gamers will need a decent laptop video card inside their beast. ATI and Nvidia, the two best graphics card manufacturers in the world, both offer a range of different graphics cards made specifically for laptops. For example, ATI has the Radeon Mobility range of cards, while Nvidia offers the GeForce Go series of cards for laptops. Although laptop video cards don't match the performance of desktop video cards, the latest models can still pack a punch and are good enough for high performance gaming.
External video cards are also an option for you if you decide later down track that you want to upgrade your laptop's video card. Some external graphics cards can provide powerful, desktop-like performance.


Size and Weight

The size and weight of gaming laptop computers is important to buyers. If you will be travelling with your laptop and carrying it around a lot, a smaller and lighter laptop will be more convenient for you. Although, if you've chosen to go with a large screen size, then you don't really have the choice of buying a small laptop.

Laptop Keyboard and Mouse

The input capabilities of your laptop is another thing to look out for. The keyboard on your gaming laptop computer should be large enough for you to use it comfortably. If the laptop keyboard area and keys are too small, you may experience stress on your fingers and wrists when typing. The touchpad on the laptop, which is the alternative to using a mouse, should also feel comfortable to you. Many people dislike touchpads, as they are harder to control than a regular mouse. This may not be a problem for you as it's always possible to plug in your own external mouse for better control.


Battery Life

If you'll be on the move a lot, battery life may be an important consideration for you. Most laptops these days use lithium ion batteries. The performance of a lithium ion battery is judged by its capacity, which is measured in cells. Keep in mind that the more powerful gaming laptop computers drain their batteries faster. Keep in mind that there are some ways to extend laptop battery life.


Extra Ports

If you want to connect peripheral devices to your laptop, you will need to do so through USB ports. Devices such as printers, scanners, digital cameras, keyboards, and mice all need USB ports, so ensure that the laptop you choose has enough of these ports for your needs.

Conclusion

This article has looked at some of the important decisions you need to make when in the market for gaming laptop computers. Hopefully you now know a little more about what to look for in a laptop, and are better prepared to make a good purchase. You can find the best deals on gaming laptop computers hereicon.

Friday, September 3, 2010

Toshiba Releases Core i3, i5, i7-Based Laptops

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Toshiba Satellite M505Toshiba announced today the new Satellite, Qosmio, and Tecra laptops with the latest Intel Core i3, i5 and Core i7 mobile processors.
The Core i3/i5/i7-powered series include the Satellite L505, L555, A505, P505, M505, and U505, the Qosmio X505, and the Tecra A11.
The Satellite L505 is an affordable everyday notebook with a 15.6-inch display and the CPU choices including the Intel Core i3-330M and Core i5-430M dual core chips. It starts at $459.99.
The L555 has the same internal components as the L505, but a larger 17.3″ display and a $649.99 base price.
Toshiba’s Satellite A505 16-inch entertainment laptop comes with the i3-330M and i5-430M, as well as with the quad-core Core i7-720QM. The A505 also features optional NVIDIA GeForce graphics. Prices start at $769.99.
The Satellite P505 multimedia-oriented desktop replacement laptop has an 18.4″ screen and the Core i3-330M or i7-720QM processor, and the optional GeForce 310M discrete GPU. The cheapest P505 costs $799.99.
For multimedia on the go, there’s the Toshiba Satellite M505 with a 14-inch display, the i3-330M chip, and a base price tag of $699.99.
Finally, the U505 13.3-incher ships with the Core i3-330M or Core i5-430M, optional touchscreen display and optional WiMAX connectivity. It starts at $649.99.
The Toshiba Qosmio X505 high-performance consumer notebook is already available with the Core i7-720QM processor, but now it additionally provides a choice of the i5-430M. Furthermore, it sports the new NVIDIA GeForce GTS 360M gaming video card. The X505 starts at $1,199.99.
The business-class Tecra line is expanded with the i3-330M/i5-430M/i7-720QM-based 15.6″ Tecra A11, also boasting optional GeForce graphics. The price tag for the basic A11 is $879.99.

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