1) What is your budget? (INR or USD)
40k INR
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
Less than 14 inches and more than 13 inches. Also, weight should definitely be less than 2kgs.
3) Which country will you buying this notebook? Also state that if Amazon.com or Newgg.com ships to your country (Only if you know this info).
India
4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
a. Like:
b. Dislike:
Any brand. The decision will be based on the quality of the individual model but advice on good and bad brands would be appreciated.
5) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?
Regular usage like web browsing, watching HD movies and playing some random (old) games.
6) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
It will be carried to different places and would also be placed on the lap so less weight and high battery life is a high requirement
7) Will you be playing games on your notebook? If so, please state which games or types of games?
No special requirement for games but some mainstream old games released in 2005-2006 may be played sometimes and high settings are not compulsory.
8) How many hours of battery life do you need?
4-6 hours definitely needed.
9) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you're considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?
I would prefer to buy online
10) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista or Windows 7), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
Windows 7
Screen Specifics
11) What screen resolution(s) would you prefer?
At least 1280x800/1366x768.
USB 3.0, although not compulsory would be icing on the cake.
I had found 2 laptops that somewhat fit my requirements.
Samsung NP350U2B-A04 - Samsung Notebook SERIES 3 - NP350U2B-A04IN - Ultra Portable - Notebook | SAMSUNG
The main problem is that it has a 12.5 inch screen but still looks a decent notebook.
Dell Inspiron 13z - Inspiron 13z Laptop | Dell India
I would appreciate your help in making my decision. Thank you!
40k INR
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
Less than 14 inches and more than 13 inches. Also, weight should definitely be less than 2kgs.
3) Which country will you buying this notebook? Also state that if Amazon.com or Newgg.com ships to your country (Only if you know this info).
India
4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like?
a. Like:
b. Dislike:
Any brand. The decision will be based on the quality of the individual model but advice on good and bad brands would be appreciated.
5) What are the primary tasks will you be performing with this notebook?
Regular usage like web browsing, watching HD movies and playing some random (old) games.
6) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places, leaving it on your desk or both?
It will be carried to different places and would also be placed on the lap so less weight and high battery life is a high requirement
7) Will you be playing games on your notebook? If so, please state which games or types of games?
No special requirement for games but some mainstream old games released in 2005-2006 may be played sometimes and high settings are not compulsory.
8) How many hours of battery life do you need?
4-6 hours definitely needed.
9) Would you prefer to see the notebooks you're considering before purchasing it or buying a notebook on-line without seeing it is OK?
I would prefer to buy online
10) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista or Windows 7), Mac OS, Linux, etc.
Windows 7
Screen Specifics
11) What screen resolution(s) would you prefer?
At least 1280x800/1366x768.
USB 3.0, although not compulsory would be icing on the cake.
I had found 2 laptops that somewhat fit my requirements.
Samsung NP350U2B-A04 - Samsung Notebook SERIES 3 - NP350U2B-A04IN - Ultra Portable - Notebook | SAMSUNG
The main problem is that it has a 12.5 inch screen but still looks a decent notebook.
Dell Inspiron 13z - Inspiron 13z Laptop | Dell India
I would appreciate your help in making my decision. Thank you!