Laptop for incoming college freshman
LAPTOP QUESTIONNAIRE
Hey everyone I'm going or to college in the fall and am in need of a laptop! I'm looking for one that will last me the day that I can use to do homework, study, etc (as well as listen to music and watch Netflix of course). I don't really know where to start looking, so any recommendations would be great!
- Total budget (in local currency) and country of purchase. Please do not use USD unless purchasing in the US:
United States and up to $1000
- Are you open to refurbs/used?
Yes
- How would you prioritize form factor (ultrabook, 2-in-1, etc.), build quality, performance, and battery life?
Performance, battery life, build quality, form factor
- How important is weight and thinness to you?
Would like a lightweight one as I will be bringing it to and from class
- Do you have a preferred screen size? If indifferent, put N/A.
N/A
- Are you doing any CAD/video editing/photo editing/gaming? List which programs/games you desire to run.
No
- If you're gaming, do you have certain games you want to play? At what settings and FPS do you want?
N/A
- Any specific requirements such as good keyboard, reliable build quality, touch-screen, finger-print reader, optical drive or good input devices (keyboard/touchpad)?
Good amount of storage, reliable, overall good laptop for college students
- Leave any finishing thoughts here that you may feel are necessary and beneficial to the discussion.
Looking for a laptop to bring with me to college for everyday use. Also I am not looking for a macbook