Model 1:
This is our lowest priced laptop with intel centrino 2 technology, providing unrivalled super-fast performance combined with a large 250GB hard drive and 2 GB memory. However this Advent laptop isn't just built to perform but has head turning looks too, thanks to a high gloss finish with a stylish imprint design.
* Intel Core2 Duo Processor P7350
* (2.00GHz, 1066MHz, 3 MB Cache)
* Genuine Windows Vista (R) Home Premium
* 2GB Memory
* 250 GB Hard Drive
* DVD-SuperMulti Dual Layer Optical Drive
* 15.4'' Widescreen Display
* UMA Intel GM45 Graphics Card Type
* Realtek ALC662 Sound Type
* Wireless Enabled
£449
or
Model 2:
The Advent 5411 laptop comes with an Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5750 and Genuine Windows Vista (R) Home Premium with a built-in media centre for a stunning visual experience. Also provided is a massive 4 GB Memory to make light work of the most demanding of applications, a large 320GB Hard Drive to store your files, photos, music and movies and a bright 15.4" display.
* Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5750
* (1.83 GHz, 667 MHz, 2 MB Cache)
* Genuine Windows Vista (R) Home Premium
* 4 GB Memory
* 320 GB Hard Drive
* DVD ReWriter Optical Drive
* 15.4" Widescreen Display
* Wireless Enabled
* Webcam
* Gloss black finish with imprint design
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Now here's the dilemma - The laptop will be bought for a friend from a well known retailer as i can 10% off (and no i don't work there
) so basically both models come to around the £400 mark which is his limit.
The laptop will be used as a live music tool. Specifically, the computer will load drum sample software that will be triggered via MIDI on an electronic drum kit and played out via our PA system via an external firewire soundcard.
The problem arrises with the nature of the software and latency issues. The software absolutely loves RAM and harddrive access times (and capacity for that matter). It doesnt mention what RPM the models are, but i'm guessing at this price it'll certaintly be 5400rpm. Realistically, how hard is it to change to a 7200rpm drive? All of the drum software takes up about 150GB, so looking at a 250GB at least for windows too and extra future expansion.
Finally, for the lowest possible latency, CPU speed is absolutely crucial. The two models have different CPU types. Whats the deal with the Centrino 2? Are they just Core2Duo's but revised for laptops for better cooling etc? How much better is the 2.0ghz 1066fsb model over the 1.83ghz? Basically, its raw power that is needed, not battery life or anything like that as it will always be plugged in.
If i go for the 1st model with 2.0ghz CPU, how much would it cost to upgrade to 4gb for the current 2GB installed, seeing as though its 1066fsb? 2GB will run the software pretty well, but 4GB would be a nice addition if we could upgrade for sort of £30 or so extra?
Sorry for the relatively vague wording of this, but i hope you can identify and answer my questions easily enough!
Many thanks.
This is our lowest priced laptop with intel centrino 2 technology, providing unrivalled super-fast performance combined with a large 250GB hard drive and 2 GB memory. However this Advent laptop isn't just built to perform but has head turning looks too, thanks to a high gloss finish with a stylish imprint design.
* Intel Core2 Duo Processor P7350
* (2.00GHz, 1066MHz, 3 MB Cache)
* Genuine Windows Vista (R) Home Premium
* 2GB Memory
* 250 GB Hard Drive
* DVD-SuperMulti Dual Layer Optical Drive
* 15.4'' Widescreen Display
* UMA Intel GM45 Graphics Card Type
* Realtek ALC662 Sound Type
* Wireless Enabled
£449
or
Model 2:
The Advent 5411 laptop comes with an Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5750 and Genuine Windows Vista (R) Home Premium with a built-in media centre for a stunning visual experience. Also provided is a massive 4 GB Memory to make light work of the most demanding of applications, a large 320GB Hard Drive to store your files, photos, music and movies and a bright 15.4" display.
* Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5750
* (1.83 GHz, 667 MHz, 2 MB Cache)
* Genuine Windows Vista (R) Home Premium
* 4 GB Memory
* 320 GB Hard Drive
* DVD ReWriter Optical Drive
* 15.4" Widescreen Display
* Wireless Enabled
* Webcam
* Gloss black finish with imprint design
-----------------------------------------------------------
Now here's the dilemma - The laptop will be bought for a friend from a well known retailer as i can 10% off (and no i don't work there
) so basically both models come to around the £400 mark which is his limit. The laptop will be used as a live music tool. Specifically, the computer will load drum sample software that will be triggered via MIDI on an electronic drum kit and played out via our PA system via an external firewire soundcard.
The problem arrises with the nature of the software and latency issues. The software absolutely loves RAM and harddrive access times (and capacity for that matter). It doesnt mention what RPM the models are, but i'm guessing at this price it'll certaintly be 5400rpm. Realistically, how hard is it to change to a 7200rpm drive? All of the drum software takes up about 150GB, so looking at a 250GB at least for windows too and extra future expansion.
Finally, for the lowest possible latency, CPU speed is absolutely crucial. The two models have different CPU types. Whats the deal with the Centrino 2? Are they just Core2Duo's but revised for laptops for better cooling etc? How much better is the 2.0ghz 1066fsb model over the 1.83ghz? Basically, its raw power that is needed, not battery life or anything like that as it will always be plugged in.
If i go for the 1st model with 2.0ghz CPU, how much would it cost to upgrade to 4gb for the current 2GB installed, seeing as though its 1066fsb? 2GB will run the software pretty well, but 4GB would be a nice addition if we could upgrade for sort of £30 or so extra?
Sorry for the relatively vague wording of this, but i hope you can identify and answer my questions easily enough!
Many thanks.
