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JonDuke · 05-31-2013, 10:13 AM

I need help choosing between 2 laptops.

Other than surfing, the primary focus will be messing with graphics on Photoshop and Illustrator (CS5). I do not game, and I don't download music or movies much either.

I had initially been focusing my search on Samsung, as that's what I currently have. It's lasted 3 years, and I like it.

I've found 2 computers, with almost identical specs, but the Asus costs $250 less than the Samsung. (after M.E's price match)

Samsung:
http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX42214

Asus:
http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX43301

Do either of those brands stick out as a clear winner or do I go with the wildcard Lenovo Y500 I found just this morning? http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/c...SID=rfdcb-d723

Or, do any of you have another suggestion?

Budget is around $1000. I want a pc, not a Mac. I don't care much about anything else, as long as it works well with PS and AI, and is faster than my current model, which I doubt will be a problem.

Any suggestions?

05-31-2013, 10:13 AM	#1
JonDuke Franchise Player Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Calgary Exp:	Asus vs Samsung - Help me pick a laptop! I need help choosing between 2 laptops. Other than surfing, the primary focus will be messing with graphics on Photoshop and Illustrator (CS5). I do not game, and I don't download music or movies much either. I had initially been focusing my search on Samsung, as that's what I currently have. It's lasted 3 years, and I like it. I've found 2 computers, with almost identical specs, but the Asus costs $250 less than the Samsung. (after M.E's price match) Samsung: http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX42214 Asus: http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX43301 Do either of those brands stick out as a clear winner or do I go with the wildcard Lenovo Y500 I found just this morning? http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/c...SID=rfdcb-d723 Or, do any of you have another suggestion? Budget is around $1000. I want a pc, not a Mac. I don't care much about anything else, as long as it works well with PS and AI, and is faster than my current model, which I doubt will be a problem. Any suggestions?