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HP



Budget laptops

Model
Specs
Price
Availability
Core 2 Duo T2400 processor 1.83GHz; 1GB RAM; 120GB HDD; 14.1-inch screen; DVD writer drive; integrated graphics card; Windows Vista Home Basic; 2.3kg; three-year warranty
S$1,068.93 (US$787)
Republic Polytechnic; Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Core 2 Duo T2400 processor 1.83GHz; 1GB RAM; 120GB HDD; 14.1-inch screen; DVD writer drive; integrated graphics card; Windows Vista Business; 2.3kg; one-year warranty
S$1,199 (US$882.77)

11%
Sim Lim Square


Description: A full-featured budget portable, the HP 520 was originally conceived for the business world but found favor among those looking for a basic and affordable laptop.


Model
Specs
Price
Availability
Core 2 Duo T5500 processor 1.83GHz; 1GB RAM; 160GB HDD; 14.1-inch screen; DVD writer drive; integrated graphics card; Windows Vista Home Basic; 2.5kg; three-year warranty
S$1,282.93 (US$944.56)
Nanyang Polytechnic
Core 2 Duo T5500 processor 1.83GHz; 2GB RAM; 160GB HDD; 14.1-inch screen; DVD writer drive; integrated graphics card; Windows Vista Home Basic; 2.5kg; three-year warranty
S$1,389.93 (US$1,023.34)
Republic Polytechnic; Singapore Polytechnic
Core 2 Duo T5500 processor 1.83GHz; 1GB RAM; 160GB HDD; 14.1-inch screen; DVD writer drive; integrated graphics card; Windows Vista Home Premium; 2.5kg; one-year warranty
S$1,399 (US$1,030.02)

0.6-8%
Sim Lim Square


Description: For a low price, the Compaq Presario V3700 offers a strong feature set with an attractive finish. It also helps that the high-gloss top cover is scratch-resistant, especially in a hostile campus environment.


Lightweight laptops

Model
Specs
Price
Availability
Core 2 Duo T8100 processor 2.1GHz; 1GB RAM; 160GB HDD; 12.1-inch screen; DVD writer drive; integrated graphics card; Windows Vista Home Basic; 1.92kg; three-year warranty
S$1,389.93 (US$1,023.34)
Nanyang Polytechnic
Core 2 Duo T8100 processor 2.1GHz; 2GB RAM; 160GB HDD; 12.1-inch screen; DVD writer drive; integrated graphics card; Windows Vista Home Basic; 1.92kg; three-year warranty
S$1,496.93 (US$1,102.12)
Republic Polytechnic; Singapore Polytechnic
Not available
Sim Lim Square


Description: If you need portability and yet are unwilling to sacrifice performance and features, then this laptop might be the one for you. Despite its portability and affordability, the Presario B1200 holds an integrated DVD writer under the hood and uses the latest Penryn Core 2 Duo processor.


Performance laptops

Model
Specs
Price
Availability
Core 2 Duo T8300 processor 2.4GHz; 2GB RAM; 250GB HDD; 15.4-inch screen; DVD writer drive; Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics card; Windows Vista Home Basic; 2.78kg; three-year warranty
S$1,764.43 (US$1,299.07)
Nanyang Polytechnic; Republic Polytechnic; Singapore Polytechnic
Core 2 Duo T8300 processor 2.4GHz; 2GB RAM; 250GB HDD; 15.4-inch screen; Blu-ray drive; Nvidia GeForce 8400M GS graphics card; Windows Vista Home Premium; 2.78kg; one-year warranty
S$2,599 (US$1,913.52)

32%
Sim Lim Square


Description: For work or play, the Pavilion dv6700 offers excellent multimedia features with strong performance. Though it may be a little hefty to lug for extended periods, the large screen will be appreciated by those involved in intensive graphics work.

 

 
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Hollud says...
I believe some of the prices here are NOT excluding the bundled software that some polytechnics bundle in their laptops.

As an ex-NP student, I know that NP bundles software such as Microsoft Office when you purchase a laptop through them. Software that is relevant to the student's course can be installed through their respective schools for no additional fee.

May 22, 2008 17:00
 
 
Hollud says...
My apologies for the grammatical error... I meant not INCLUDING bundled software in my first line there.

May 22, 2008 17:01
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Mygenie says...
Anyone has any idea what is the new offer this year as I am getting one for my brother. But wondering whether to buy from IT show or from the school. But Poly usually offer a good range & most importantly the price is really good but depend on the models offered. Hopefully, there is good deal from Fujitsu or HP.

Feb 21, 2009 23:00
 
 
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