Passmark 4,748. I've seen some with 12th gen i3s lately, at this price point, so I would not jump on this as a multi-tasker.
I've seen worse in entry-level laptops though. e.g. Mobile CPUs like N50.
I can't recall seeing any other Athalon-based laptop CPU deals in a very long time.
I realize this would be enough for some browsing, word processing and YouTube. Just not the best you will see for $300. Look at recent SD threads if you want to see for yourself. Staples has been having better value deals lately for $300.
There are and have been better deals. Look for Ryzen 3 7320u (4c/8t), Ryzen 7520u (4c/8t), i3-1215u (8t), or Intel n305 (8t) as minimums for a much more enjoyable experience.
There are and have been better deals. Look for Ryzen 3 7320u (4c/8t), Ryzen 7520u (4c/8t), i3-1215u (8t), or Intel n305 (8t) as minimums for a much more enjoyable experience.
Nope. Three generation (4 year) old dual core processor.
Amazon isn't a good place for laptops. Way too many ways to be scammed if you don't know what you're looking for. Most, if not all of those laptops have been opened... That's why there are all those different ram configs are available.
Nope. Three generation (4 year) old dual core processor.
Amazon isn't a good place for laptops. Way too many ways to be scammed if you don't know what you're looking for. Most, if not all of those laptops have been opened... That's why there are all those different ram configs are available.
Acer Aspire 5 15.6" Laptop - 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H - 1080p - Windows 11 -- $370 + $15 S&H (delivery times vary by location) -- This one has been on SD recently, I believe. https://www.costco.com/acer-aspir...10217.html
Staples:
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15IRU8 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 (82X7001VUS) -- $330 in store only (Staples) https://www.staples.com/lenovo-id...t_24559657
ASUS Vivobook 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1215U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 Home, Quiet Blue (F1504ZA-SB34) -- $280 in store only (Staples) https://www.staples.com/asus-vivo...t_24559897
Acer Aspire 5 15.6" Laptop - 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H - 1080p - Windows 11 -- $370 + $15 S&H (delivery times vary by location) -- This one has been on SD recently, I believe. https://www.costco.com/acer-aspir...10217.html
Staples:
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15IRU8 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 (82X7001VUS) -- $330 in store only (Staples) https://www.staples.com/lenovo-id...t_24559657
ASUS Vivobook 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1215U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 Home, Quiet Blue (F1504ZA-SB34) -- $280 in store only (Staples) https://www.staples.com/asus-vivo...t_24559897
Thank You this helps, i have been so lost trying Find a good deal .
Thank You this helps, i have been so lost trying Find a good deal .
You're welcome. There has been some solid advice posted earlier about avoiding dual core CPUs, along with several recommended CPUs. I would also add to the list avoiding a laptop with less than Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080) display and less than 256GB SDD, both of which are other strikes against this listing (17.3" HP Laptop).
Obviously, if you increase the budget, you can buy a laptop with a brighter screen, more powerful CPU, more RAM, dedicated graphics, USB-C charging, etc. Your call. Unless your daughter has specific needs or is a hardcore gamer, at this point a basic computer for school will probably get the job done.
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I've seen worse in entry-level laptops though. e.g. Mobile CPUs like N50.
I can't recall seeing any other Athalon-based laptop CPU deals in a very long time.
I realize this would be enough for some browsing, word processing and YouTube. Just not the best you will see for $300. Look at recent SD threads if you want to see for yourself. Staples has been having better value deals lately for $300.
There are and have been better deals. Look for Ryzen 3 7320u (4c/8t), Ryzen 7520u (4c/8t), i3-1215u (8t), or Intel n305 (8t) as minimums for a much more enjoyable experience.
There are and have been better deals. Look for Ryzen 3 7320u (4c/8t), Ryzen 7520u (4c/8t), i3-1215u (8t), or Intel n305 (8t) as minimums for a much more enjoyable experience.
What do you think about this Laptop for a student ? Price and hardware
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZRVB...dp_it
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZRVB...dp_it&th=1 [amazon.com]
Amazon isn't a good place for laptops. Way too many ways to be scammed if you don't know what you're looking for. Most, if not all of those laptops have been opened... That's why there are all those different ram configs are available.
Here is one option:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/HP-15-...3186976028 (Plenty of power for a student. (8 threads, better igpu, and upgradeable ram) - $299.99
Amazon isn't a good place for laptops. Way too many ways to be scammed if you don't know what you're looking for. Most, if not all of those laptops have been opened... That's why there are all those different ram configs are available.
Here is one option:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/HP-15-...5-dy5131wm (Plenty of power for a student. (8 threads, better igpu, and upgradeable ram) - $299.99
Thank you for your help . Link did not work for walmart pc.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZRVB...dp_it
Not good.
You could easily find some 12th Gen i3 laptops for around $300-350 these days if you can wait.
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You could easily find some 12th Gen i3 laptops for around $300-350 these days if you can wait.
Costco offers (delivery times vary by location) -- Keep in mind Costco Concierge provides Year 2 warranty.
HP 14" Laptop - 13th Gen Intel Core i3-1315U - 1080p - Windows 11 -- $380 + $15 S&H (delivery times vary by location)
https://www.costco.com/hp-14%22-l...09051.html
Acer Aspire 5 15.6" Laptop - 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H - 1080p - Windows 11 -- $370 + $15 S&H (delivery times vary by location) -- This one has been on SD recently, I believe.
https://www.costco.com/acer-aspir...10217.h
Staples:
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15IRU8 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 (82X7001VUS) -- $330 in store only (Staples)
https://www.staples.com/lenovo-id...t_24559657
ASUS Vivobook 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1215U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 Home, Quiet Blue (F1504ZA-SB34) -- $280 in store only (Staples)
https://www.staples.com/asus-vivo...t_245598
Costco offers (delivery times vary by location) -- Keep in mind Costco Concierge provides Year 2 warranty.
HP 14" Laptop - 13th Gen Intel Core i3-1315U - 1080p - Windows 11 -- $380 + $15 S&H (delivery times vary by location)
https://www.costco.com/hp-14%22-l...09051.html
Acer Aspire 5 15.6" Laptop - 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H - 1080p - Windows 11 -- $370 + $15 S&H (delivery times vary by location) -- This one has been on SD recently, I believe.
https://www.costco.com/acer-aspir...10217.h
Staples:
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15IRU8 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 (82X7001VUS) -- $330 in store only (Staples)
https://www.staples.com/lenovo-id...t_24559657
ASUS Vivobook 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i3-1215U, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Windows 11 Home, Quiet Blue (F1504ZA-SB34) -- $280 in store only (Staples)
https://www.staples.com/asus-vivo...t_245598
Obviously, if you increase the budget, you can buy a laptop with a brighter screen, more powerful CPU, more RAM, dedicated graphics, USB-C charging, etc. Your call. Unless your daughter has specific needs or is a hardcore gamer, at this point a basic computer for school will probably get the job done.
Acer has:
- 15.6" FHD IPS, Ryzen 3 7320U, 8GB LPDDR5, 128GB SSD $219.99
https://slickdeals.net/f/17183260-acer-aspire-3-cert-refurb-15-6-fhd-ips-ryzen-3-7320u-8gb-lpddr5-128gb-ssd-219-99
- (and OOS now) Acer Aspire 3 (Refurb): Ryzen 5 7520U, 15.6" 1080p Touch, 16GB LPDDR5, 512GB SSD $266
Take a look of this if you're still looking to buy one:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17213992-dell-inspiron-15-3520-laptop-15-6-fhd-120hz-ips-i5-1235u-8gb-ddr4-256gb-ssd-329-99