Reddit mentions of Acer Aspire V3-551G-X419 15.6-Inch Laptop (Midnight Black)

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  Now to my opinion: I think it should be good enough for starters. If you enjoy it, aren't terrible at it, and have more money, then upgrade.
  
  

Yeah actually, however both me and I friend of mine got Lenovo's - he got an ideapad and I went for a thinkpad. His is still in wonderfully working condition (2 or 3 years?) while mine is, as of last week, unusable.

Something about the hinges didn't work right and I ended up breaking the screen or the cables for the screen.

I just ordered this guy today, I've got a good feeling this time haha.

That one seems fine, but this one is a bit better for only about 20 dollars more http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AYT8H3Y/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00AYT8H3Y&linkCode=as2&tag=cwsgaminglaptopsunder500-20.

TFW when I did my research and got this sweet baby when it was only $575. Oooh playing Crysis 2 on ultra made me weep with joy.

http://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-V3-551G-X419-15-6-Inch-Midnight/dp/B00AYT8H3Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383148539&sr=8-1&keywords=a10+laptop

I have the samsung version of this. It plays MWO rather well.

http://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-V5-572G-6679-15-6-inch-Laptop/dp/B00DKFFFXO/ref=amtcd_B00D3F9HT4_B00DKFFFXO

http://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-G500-15-6-Inch-Laptop-Black/dp/B00CRXZUG2/ref=dp_ob_title_ce

http://www.amazon.com/Acer-Aspire-V3-551G-X419-15-6-Inch-Midnight/dp/B00AYT8H3Y/ref=pd_cp_pc_0


I'm leaning towards the first link. I know acer could be a very risky brand. I've been looking at a couple lenovos though but all seem to have some bad review on thei wifi which is essential for me.

• Country of purchase: U.S.
  
  
• Budget range: 600
  
  
• Purpose (netbook, ultraportable, mainstream, gaming, desktop replacement, etc.): College. Computer Science Major (programming, etc.), Sufficient battery life for classes
  
  
• Screen size preference: No preference, but I heard a bigger screen is better for comp sci
  
  
• OS preference (Windows/ Mac/ Linux): No preference, but Windows is better for comp sci right?
  
  
• Gaming requirements (example games and desired fps/settings): No games, just comp sci programs
  
  
• Performance requirements (video, CAD, etc.): Good enough for comp sci programs, good enough battery life for college
  
  
• Method of computer support (office supplier, college bookstore, self support): Self support
  
  
• Brand preferences and reasons (already owned accessories, familiarity, business
  compatibility): No brand pref
  
  
• Any particular style that you like (examples are great):
  
  
• Which of the following qualities would you prefer? (Choose one, the other, or balanced)
  
  
• Long battery life -vs- Low weight: Long battery life
  
  
• Build quality -vs- Low price: Low Price
  
  
• Low noise/heat -vs- High performance: High performance
  
  Would you pay a premium for something that has:
  
  
• High resolution screen: no
  
  
• A great keyboard: no
  
  
• A great touchpad/mouse buttons: no
  
  
• Great audio: no
  
  List any features that are critical: (e.g. Optical drive, USB 3.0, SD card slot, ethernet port, HDMI port, bluetooth, VGA port, removable battery, glossy screen, matte screen, etc.) Ethernet port, GOOD WIFI