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11-12-2010 , 04:12 AM

Eto Demerzel

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I am looking for a desktop replacement. Will use it mainly for poker and watching movies. I would like to use it for at least 4 years before I buy another one. I am willing to spend about $2000. Living in the EU.

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11-12-2010 , 04:47 AM

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11-12-2010 , 05:28 AM

3after909

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it's kind of silly to drop $2k on a laptop used for poker and movies. I think something like a Dell XPS 15 (with the 1080p display option) at roughly 50% your budget would be more than sufficient. If you really wanna drop 2k, get an Apple I suppose.

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11-12-2010 , 07:13 AM

Eto Demerzel

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Originally Posted by 3after909

I don't want to spend more than I have to. That is just how large my budget is.
From where do you get a Dell XPS 15 for ~$1000 in Europe? Also I would like the laptop to stay reasonably competitive for at least 3 years.

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11-12-2010 , 11:33 AM

3after909

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Originally Posted by Eto Demerzel

Depends on where you are in Europe

Dell.co.uk for the UK, Dell.de for Germany, etc.

In EU countries, there is an Dell XPS 15 (N00XL503) on sale for EUR 729. Add a 1080p display upgrade for EUR 200 and you're good to go. Btw, this laptop received an absolutely stellar review at anandtech.com. It should easily last you 3 years.

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