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ASUS N56VM-i5 ivy bridge 15.6" Laptop - bluray, bluetooth 4.0, 4 x usb 3.0 Full HD 1080p screen £499.97 @ saveonlaptops
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ASUS N56VM-i5 ivy bridge 15.6" Laptop - bluray, bluetooth 4.0, 4 x usb 3.0 Full HD 1080p screen £499.97 @ saveonlaptops

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This seems a like a good deal. 4 usb 3.0 ports, blu ray player, 1080p screen, hdmi , bluetooth 3.0, 2gb nvidia gt630m, i5 ivy bridge.

it was on this site 7 months ago for £630. its under £500 now

hotukdeals.com/dea…e=3



Full Information

Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-3210M 2.5GHz Processor (2.5 GHz, 3 MB cache)
Operating System:Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit
RAM : 6GB (upgradable to 16GB)
Graphics card: Dedicated (NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M with 2GB Dedicated Memory
Screen type: Full HD Wide View Angle
Screen resolution: 1920 x 1080
Screen size: 15.6"
Screen features: Backlit LED
Hard drive: 750 GB
Optical disk drive: Blu-Ray (Blu-Ray HD Play back + DVD-RW & CD-RW)
Memory card reader: 4-in-1 card reader (MS, MS Pro, MMC, SD
USB: 4 x USB 3.0
Modem/Ethernet? Yes
WiFi? Yes
Bluetooth Class: 4.0
Video interface : 1 x HDMI
Audio interface: 3.5 mm
TV output: VGA
Expansion card slot? No
Sound: Integrated Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Stereo Speakers with FREE subwoofer
Webcam: HD
Keyboard & Mouse: Chiclit Keyboard
Multi-gesture: Touchpad
Battery: Li-Polymer 56WH
Additional features: Kensington Lock
Accessories included: AC Adaptor
Size: 255 [open] x 380 x 255 mm (H x W x D)
Weight: 2.7 kg
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  1. jaybizzle's avatar
    jg213

    Looks a good deal. 1080p matt screen only problem I have is the weight … Looks a good deal. 1080p matt screen only problem I have is the weight as I'll be carrying it about for uni. This plus books will probaly be too heavy for me



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  2. omgpleasespamme's avatar
    jaybizzle

    Bought one 8)What should I be installing when I receive this? … Bought one 8)What should I be installing when I receive this? Codecs/Virus/Useful type stuff.



    For sure install some viruses. Probably some codecs and some useful type stuff too. This surely can't be your first PC?
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  3. deleted159463's avatar
    Anyone voting cold on this must be using his wife's laptop thinking my wife paid for laptop £349 and it has keyboard, screen and........and it's pink.


    HOT.


  4. cabek666's avatar
    I really can't believe that in this day and age when mobile phones are 1080p the standart for laptop displays is 720p with poor viewing angles.
  5. deleted147906's avatar
    jaybizzle

    Bought one 8)What should I be installing when I receive this? … Bought one 8)What should I be installing when I receive this? Codecs/Virus protection/ Anything useful



    All of the following software is free.
    Avast/AVG/Avira Antivirus - One of these antiviruses is a good start (I like Avast).
    Malwarebytes Anti-malware (MBAM) - On-Demand malware scanner, install and scan once a month/when you can be bothered.
    Super Anti-Spyware (SAS) - On-Demand malware scanner, install and scan once a month/when you can be bothered.
    VLC - Alternative to Windows Media Player, comes loaded with codecs so you don't have to download them.
    LibreOffice - Office software (equivalent to Word, Excel etc.) if you do not have Microsoft Office.
    OpenOffice - Office software (equivalent to Word, Excel etc.) if you do not have Microsoft Office.
    Google Chrome with Web of Trust (WOT) and Adblock Plus extensions.
    Google Docs - Google Chrome app, web-based office software, particularly useful if you want to create a .pdf file.
    Bandizip - For handling compressed file types (.zip, .rar, .tar) should you need to.
    Mozilla Thunderbird - Desktop email client, useful if you have multiple email accounts.
  6. deleted714542's avatar
    Lynx

    I ordered this last night … I ordered this last night http://www.simplyacer.com/Acer_Aspire_Timeline_Ultra_M3-581TG_1194148.htmlBut considering changing my order for this laptop, despite it being £100 more expensive due to the better screen, viewing angles, processor, ram and hard drive. However, the graphics card and battery life appear inferior. Could anyone offer me some advice please?




    Go for the Asus, a better cpu etc,

    IMO asus > acer Maybe not for all their things but definitely these.
    (edited)
  7. annodomini2's avatar
    jg213

    Looks a good deal. 1080p matt screen only problem I have is the weight … Looks a good deal. 1080p matt screen only problem I have is the weight as I'll be carrying it about for uni. This plus books will probaly be too heavy for me



    Get digital copies of the books and save carrying them round.
  8. Boris.the.Bold's avatar
    I have the i7 version of it and the screen (this has the same one) is absolutely superb! Just make sure you get rid of the boatload of wipeware that comes pre-loaded (use something like PC decrapifier) and you will have an excellent machine.
  9. FireOnAWire's avatar
    sotv

    I have owned a similar laptop to this for 4 months now N56VJ-S4031H … I have owned a similar laptop to this for 4 months now N56VJ-S4031H slightly better spec than this but with same processor and although generally happy with it overall, the processor does seem to struggle sometimes, i.e watching a film on potplayer and unraring a large file at the same time, will cause the file playback to stutter during the unraring and generally slow the unraring down considerably. Transfer rates on old usb 2.0 can transfer as slow as 2 Mb/s (tried on 4 different portable HDD's) and simply just copy and pasting a file can slow transfer rate as well, when running another programme alongside it.The 1080p screen and sound with these laptops are brilliant though



    Unraring a file isn't very cpu intensive, neither is watching a movie.
    I'd say it's a hard drive bottleneck rather than the cpu.

    I still get slideshow like movies with my overclocked 2600k while unraring and watching a movie from a hdd.

    Get a good sized ssd if you do both tasks often
  10. fairytooth's avatar
    227 BHA

    Thinking of getting this for my son. He had a list of requirements anfd … Thinking of getting this for my son. He had a list of requirements anfd this seems to exceed most apart from its windows 7 not 8. Is this an issue???



    This is a whole new (big) debate. I have Windows 7 and 8 with dual boot on an Asus. I don't bother using 8.
  11. deleted764045's avatar
    CFC2011

    Literally just come across this on SaveOnLaptops, looks like a very good … Literally just come across this on SaveOnLaptops, looks like a very good deal.



    Literally? Good grief.
  12. plebbygiraffe's avatar
    hasnainthehotdeal

    Acer … Acer benchmarkhttp://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel+Core+i3-2367M+%40+1.40GHzAsus benchmarkhttp://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu.php?cpu=Intel+Core+i5-3210M+%40+2.50GHzAsus is more than twice as fast.i would also have a look at the dell site/outlet for any good deals also.

    Except that isn't the Acer CPU. It is a 3217U.

    Unless they've updated the listing...

    cpubenchmark.net/cpu…764

    Still not as good as the ASUS, however - but then again it isn't the same price either.

    I got one of these for £499.

    simplyacer.com/Ace…tml

    10GB RAM, i5 CPU - still lower compared to the ASUS, but ULV and will last eons longer and most people won't notice the difference.

    The 640M chip is also a lot better than the 630M, the Acer laptop plays all the latest games in High settings at 30 FPS+ and I can play well the less demanding/optimised games, like Black Ops 2 completely maxed out!

    Also comes with a SSD cache drive.

    The screen isn't the best, not full HD but perfectly acceptable. I'd say viewing angles is its down fall.

    Battery life is great, though. 7-8 hours!
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  13. plebbygiraffe's avatar
    Agharta

    Yes - http://www.notebookcheck.net/NVIDIA-GeForce-GT-630M.63761.0.html

    The benchmarks are for quad core i7 CPUs. Shouldn't make too much of a difference on gaming, but something to bear in mind.
  14. deleted763569's avatar

    Just purchased

    Slightly confused by this... the standard N56VM has an i7-3610QM. Is this … Slightly confused by this... the standard N56VM has an i7-3610QM. Is this a different version of the model or is the spec on the SoL website wrong?



    I think its full code is supposed to be ASUS N56VM-S4089V, link to Sol ebay page:

    ebay.co.uk/itm…9f0

    Also, anyone who has this know whether it has a backlit keyboard?



    Only just bought online so can't say for sure but the ebay listing says it has backlit keyboard and any reviews I have looked at on Youtube say the same.

    Guess if the specs aren't up to what SoL are claiming it can be sent straight back, no harm done.
  15. deleted155933's avatar
    Agharta

    i5 + GT 640M for £480 - Saveonlaptops.The i3 version is only £400 but at 1 … i5 + GT 640M for £480 - Saveonlaptops.The i3 version is only £400 but at 1.8GHz it will likely bottleneck the GPU whereas the i5 can hit 2.4GHz with both cores on TurboBoost or 2.6GHz for a single core.



    That's not in the same league in my opinion. What's the point of a GT640M when you only have an horrible 1366 x 768 resolution? I'd much rather get the faster processor, full HD display, larger hard drive and B&O "sound system", full USB3 compatibility etc. Although that Acer has fabulous battery life.
  16. CFC2011's avatar
    Literally just come across this on SaveOnLaptops, looks like a very good deal.
  17. Lynx's avatar
    I ordered this last night simplyacer.com/Ace…tml
    But considering changing my order for this laptop, despite it being £100 more expensive due to the better screen, viewing angles, processor, ram and hard drive. However, the graphics card and battery life appear inferior. Could anyone offer me some advice please?
    (edited)
  18. jg213's avatar
    Looks a good deal. 1080p matt screen only problem I have is the weight as I'll be carrying it about for uni. This plus books will probaly be too heavy for me
  19. Lynx's avatar
    hasnainthehotdeal

    Go for the Asus, a better cpu etc,IMO asus acer Maybe not for all their … Go for the Asus, a better cpu etc,IMO asus > acer Maybe not for all their things but definitely these.



    Thanks for your advice. Does anyone disagree?
  21. deleted65393's avatar
    Lynx

    I ordered this last night … I ordered this last night http://www.simplyacer.com/Acer_Aspire_Timeline_Ultra_M3-581TG_1194148.htmlBut considering changing my order for this laptop, despite it being £100 more expensive due to the better screen, viewing angles, processor, ram and hard drive. However, the graphics card and battery life appear inferior. Could anyone offer me some advice please?


    Did you see the similar spec Acer for the same price except:
    3rd gen i3 1.8 (versus 2nd gen i3 1.4) and Win 8 versus Win 7.

    simplyacer.com/Ace…tml
  22. Lynx's avatar
    Agharta

    Did you see the similar spec Acer for the same price except:3rd gen i3 … Did you see the similar spec Acer for the same price except:3rd gen i3 1.8 (versus 2nd gen i3 1.4) and Win 8 versus Win 7.http://www.simplyacer.com/Acer_Aspire_Timeline_Ultra_M3-581TG_1290266.html



    Oops... I linked the wrong one in my original post. The Windows 8 3rd gen is the one that I purchased. I'm guessing that somewhat invalidates previous advice from hasnainthehotdeal...
  23. deleted65393's avatar
    It really depends on a number of things:

    1. Do you want a 1080P screen? Some people don’t like that resolution with this size screen.
    2. Will you use the Blu-ray drive?
    3. What do you use your PC for? Extra performance is good but not if you aren’t going to use it.
    4. Is battery life important?

    I’d be concerned at the possibility that the GT 640M might be bottlenecked by the CPU for gaming with the i3 and especially the slower one you linked to.

    They both have pros and cons and it is easy to be seduced by the faster CPU, 1080P & Blu-ray of the Asus but the Acer is lighter with much battery life and for some the lower resolution screen is a bonus; I know this is sacrilege for some.

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  24. Lynx's avatar
    Agharta

    It really depends on a number of things:1. Do you want a 1080P screen? … It really depends on a number of things:1. Do you want a 1080P screen? Some people don’t like that resolution with this size screen.2. Will you use the Blu-ray drive?3. What do you use your PC for? Extra performance is good but not if you aren’t going to use it.4. Is battery life important?I’d be concerned at the possibility that the GT 640M might be bottlenecked by the CPU for gaming with the i3 and especially the slower one you linked to.They both have pros and cons and it is easy to be seduced by the faster CPU, 1080P & Blu-ray of the Asus but the Acer is lighter with much battery life and for some the lower resolution screen is a bonus; I k now this is sacrilege for some.



    1080P would be a bonus... but certainly not essential. Blu-ray would not be used. I am a student so it will be mostly be every day general use plus some occasional gaming. I could live without the 8 hour battery. I doubt the i5 will benefit me hugely except for gaming. So really I guess it is down to personal preference and whether I want to pay an extra £100.

    Do you see the 3rd gen i3 1.8 as a bottleneck or just the 2nd gen i3 1.4?

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  25. deleted65393's avatar
    Lynx

    Do you see the 3rd gen i3 1.8 as a bottleneck or just the 2nd gen i3 1.4?


    I don't know but it's something I would look into if interested in such a laptop.
  26. Lynx's avatar
    Agharta

    I don't know but it's something I would look into if interested in such a … I don't know but it's something I would look into if interested in such a laptop.



    OK, thanks for your advice.
  27. Ridetofreedom's avatar
    Tempted,only thing is buying it online cos I'm worried should something go wrong with it,it'll be a pain to return etc.
  28. gr8mlin's avatar
    Gud one... Voted hot☀☀☀
  29. jaybizzle's avatar
    Bought one

    What should I be installing when I receive this? Codecs/Virus protection/ Anything useful
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  30. nayz's avatar
    The thing I hate is the thickness of the bezel. I have an Asus N53S and the bezel puts me off.
  31. Citizen_Erased's avatar
    I have got a higher spec version of this laptop and it is brilliant. Not a single fault with it. The screen is beautiful (imo a mat screen is better because it completely negates glare), keyboard is solid and comfortable to use. The mouse pad may take some getting used to because it is quite large and it is easy to accidentally swipe it while typing.

    This should be able to handle some decent games as well. I play BF3 regularly on mine and it barely breaks a sweat (albeit with the 650M GPU).

    Here's a techradar review of the N56V (not quite the same spec most of the points should be relevant for this model too).
    Link
    They loved it and gave it 5/5.


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  32. FireOnAWire's avatar
    Great spec and price!
  33. sotv's avatar
    I have owned a similar laptop to this for 4 months now N56VJ-S4031H slightly better spec than this but with same processor and although generally happy with it overall, the processor does seem to struggle sometimes, i.e watching a film on potplayer and unraring a large file at the same time, will cause the file playback to stutter during the unraring and generally slow the unraring down considerably. Transfer rates on old usb 2.0 can transfer as slow as 2 Mb/s (tried on 4 different portable HDD's) and simply just copy and pasting a file can slow transfer rate as well, when running another programme alongside it.

    The 1080p screen and sound with these laptops are brilliant though








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  34. deleted580983's avatar
    I wish I had a 1080p screen! i personally would not go for this, im sure theres better deals, i'd say warm deal
  35. The.Fatter.Cat's avatar
    ardley216

    I wish I had a 1080p screen! i personally would not go for this, im … I wish I had a 1080p screen! i personally would not go for this, im sure theres better deals, i'd say warm deal


    Either there are better deals, in which case let us know. Or there are no better deals...
  36. deleted717340's avatar
    Folks, we are drowning in specifications here; the increase in speed from a processor upgrade isn't noticeable when doing mundane tasks like browsing, FB chatting, spreadsheets etc. More memory is always a better upgrade than the next processor up.
    I have just upgraded my Inspiron N5010 i3 to 8gb ram (£40) and a Samsung 840 240gb SSD (£114) The screen is more than I need, supporting HD graphics. Wait a while and go for the i7. I think £500 is a lot of money for an i5 laptop. Think about the weight etc
  37. absy123's avatar
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    Arturo

    I have just upgraded my Inspiron N5010 i3 to 8gb ram (£40) and a Samsung … I have just upgraded my Inspiron N5010 i3 to 8gb ram (£40) and a Samsung 840 240gb SSD (£114) The screen is more than I need, supporting HD graphics. Wait a while and go for the i7. I think £500 is a lot of money for an i5 laptop. Think about the weight etc



    If you are looking to future proof, this is a pretty good bet for the money. The RAM is upgradable to 16GB and you could easily slot in an SSD in future, when the prices drop even further.

    There are other i7 laptops availabe, but they cost at least £100 more, and lack Blu Rays, and they have only 1 or 2 USB 3.0 ports. Also, if you want a full HD screen, this will typically add £100 to the price.


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  38. stvoritel's avatar
    hasnainthehotdeal

    ACER is a bad joke. Buy it for somebody who you hate ;)Go for the Asus, a … ACER is a bad joke. Buy it for somebody who you hate ;)Go for the Asus, a better cpu etc,IMO asus > acer Maybe not for all their things but definitely these.

  39. deleted297215's avatar
    This is an incredible deal. Fantastic find.
  40. Bodzilla's avatar
    Is the screen on this matte or glare?
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