Ace Clutched October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 I am thinking of getting a notebook or netbook to replace aging desktop. Basically the intend is to surf net, simple word processing, simple photo editing like resizing, rotating, etc. download and watch TV series online One question though, is netbook powerful enough to perform the above???? Can anyone advise me... TIA ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GLZT 6th Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 It is possible, but do you mind the size of the screen on net book? Cause you are using it to watch TV series, so size matters, but if you are going to be watching those 720-1080p or BR video then a note book will be better. Best is still desktop cause they are so cheap and perform so much better compared to notebook if you customize them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerano 1st Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 i would suggest a desktop too unless you intend to bring it out Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Clutched October 22, 2010 Author Share October 22, 2010 I want a notebook so that I can bring it around the house since I have kids to look after..hmm..I was thinking of netbook and hoop up to the TV when watch movies, etc. Anyway, I don't intend to spend more than 800 SGD on notebook or netbook whichever since it is not going to be heavily use. So looking either at a big screen netbook or big screen i3 processor notebook Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerr1001 Neutral Newbie October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 (edited) I am thinking of getting a notebook or netbook to replace aging desktop. Basically the intend is to surf net, simple word processing, simple photo editing like resizing, rotating, etc. download and watch TV series online One question though, is netbook powerful enough to perform the above???? Can anyone advise me... TIA Yes, i just bought a new ASUS last Tuesday to do similar jobs like you. But the screen is only 12.1". Need some time to adjust to the smaller screen. Edited October 22, 2010 by Tigerr1001 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerano 1st Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 I want a notebook so that I can bring it around the house since I have kids to look after..hmm..I was thinking of netbook and hoop up to the TV when watch movies, etc. Anyway, I don't intend to spend more than 800 SGD on notebook or netbook whichever since it is not going to be heavily use. So looking either at a big screen netbook or big screen i3 processor notebook bro unless you bring it to school everyday or something then i suggest a big screen notebook i have a vaio P and its 8" takes awhile to get used to it but its light but i dont recommend it for long term use Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoverofCar 6th Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 Apple MACBOOK Air!!!... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little_prince Supersonic October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 actually just do what i do.... have the best of both world get a net book with a docking station hooked up to a 24" LCD and Keyboard but only if you don't need the computing power... for me mostly surfing + watch movie so best. anytime wanna bring the netbook out just unhook and walk off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesc Hypersonic October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 For you use, photo editing etc, get a notebook with a lot of memory. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerano 1st Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 actually just do what i do.... have the best of both world get a net book with a docking station hooked up to a 24" LCD and Keyboard but only if you don't need the computing power... for me mostly surfing + watch movie so best. anytime wanna bring the netbook out just unhook and walk off. problem with netbook is that it lags sometimes when playing videos cant handle MKV even when my vaio is overclocked to 2.4ghz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Espire 1st Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 hi any recommendation for netbook with built-in hspda functionality? Where i can insert sim card for mobile intenet access. Thks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Clutched October 22, 2010 Author Share October 22, 2010 hmm..sound like the notebook win hand down...I was look more on a 14.1"notebook since I am unlikely to bring it out but more of around the house..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerano 1st Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 hmm..sound like the notebook win hand down...I was look more on a 14.1"notebook since I am unlikely to bring it out but more of around the house..... yup an intermediate size one should suit your purpose well Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little_prince Supersonic October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 problem with netbook is that it lags sometimes when playing videos cant handle MKV even when my vaio is overclocked to 2.4ghz hmm... so far mine pretty ok... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerano 1st Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 hmm... so far mine pretty ok... hmmm im talking bout 1080p MKV is yours running XP or windows 7? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happily1986 5th Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 problem with netbook is that it lags sometimes when playing videos cant handle MKV even when my vaio is overclocked to 2.4ghz you need the proper codecs lah. i watch movies on my netbook even when detuned to 800MHz also no problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeshe Turbocharged October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 I am thinking of getting a notebook or netbook to replace aging desktop. Basically the intend is to surf net, simple word processing, simple photo editing like resizing, rotating, etc. download and watch TV series online One question though, is netbook powerful enough to perform the above???? Can anyone advise me... TIA no, netbook is freaking slow. go get a laptop so u have option to do more stuff if required in the future. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerano 1st Gear October 22, 2010 Share October 22, 2010 you need the proper codecs lah. i watch movies on my netbook even when detuned to 800MHz also no problem. you undervolt it? ya because not enough power to deinterlace MKV. DVD still ok. Somemore im running Windows 7 Aero at the same time. Hate the speed throttling ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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