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post #1 of 3
7/27/11 at 9:06pm
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Hey guys, 

i am shopping for a laptop for school ( i live in Canada) and i'm having a hard time deciding between these two: 

Asus a53sv-xn1 - $863.98 (taxes and shipping included) 
15.6 inch screen (1366 x 768)
i5 2410m 
6gb ram
750 hdd 7200 rpm 
geforce gt 540m 1gb 
1 year accidental warranty 

Acer Aspire AS4755G-6457 - $794.10(taxes and shipping incl.)
15.6 inch screen (1366 x 768)
i5 2410m 
6gb ram
750 hdd 5400 rpm 
geforce gt 540m 1gb

The acer is $69 bucks cheaper with almost identical specs. On the other hand, the asus has the 7200 rpm hdd while the acer has the 5400. Also, the asus has accidental warranty (spill, surge, fire). So, what do you guys recommend i go with? is it worth spending the extra for better build quality? (I've heard good things about asus but not so much about acer). I plan on keeping this laptop for the next 4-5 years, so I'm looking for something durable.

Also, any other laptop recommendations with specs in the price range of the laptops mentioned above, are welcome. 

Thanks a lot for your help.

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post #2 of 3
7/28/11 at 6:58am
I like both models and both brands. I don't think you can go wrong with your decision.

I would recommend buying the 3 year warranty with any laptop you go with.
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post #3 of 3
7/28/11 at 9:31am
Sounded like the ASUS offers better coverage and a faster drive. Go for it. But like Steve mentioned, it isalways good to get an extended warranty where/when you can

cheers ...
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