[GRLUG] hardware specs help

[Michael Mol]

Should be fine for that.
On Apr 30, 2012 9:24 AM, "John-Thomas Richards" <jtr at jrichards.org> wrote:

> On Mon, Apr 30, 2012 at 09:01:28AM -0400, Michael Mol wrote:
> > Be aware that there is a *significant* performance difference between the
> > i3 and i5, in terms of normal CPU capability. I'd rather buy a refurb
> > midrange laptop than a new i3.
>
> This laptop will only be used to display song lyrics and an occasional
> video, while recording audio.  Is the i3's performance still a concern?
>
> > On Apr 30, 2012 8:25 AM, "John-Thomas Richards" <jtr at jrichards.org>
> wrote:
> >
> > > LUG,
> > >
> > > I am probably going to order a laptop today.  I have a question
> > > regarding specs / performance.  I have my choice narrowed down to two
> > > manufacturers.  The laptops have nearly identical specs with two
> notable
> > > exceptions.  They are:
> > >
> > > Laptop 1                        Laptop 2
> > > ==============================================================
> > > Core i3 2350M 2.3GHz            Core i5 2450M 2.50GHz
> > > nVidia 540M 1GB                 Intel High Definition Graphics
> > > $1,097                          $923
> > >
> > > The only experience is have with Intel graphics is several years ago
> > > when it was merely passable.  Is the Core i3/nVidia combo worth $174
> > > over the Core i5/Intel HD combo?
> > >
> > > Both laptops come with Linux preinstalled.  If I go with the nVidia
> > > system, I would run the binary drivers.
> --
> john-thomas
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