Laptops Arena

Alienware is one of the best names known when it comes to gaming  laptops. You can say their unique design and super fast performance has  captured all gaming users around. But depending on the models, even the  starting price is high for some. And when you start customizing the  system you end up paying a lot, up to $3000 or $4000 on a gaming laptop.

It is totally worth it, there is no doubt, but not all gamers are ready  to pay that much for their pleasure. So what can we do in order to get a  cheaper Alienware laptop? The solution would be to search for some Alienware laptop discount or sales. 

These can be found on Alienware’s main website, if you check the site  daily, because there are few retailers that offer these kinds of  systems. You can also find some coupon codes online and save big time on  your new system, up to $50 sometimes. All you need is to get the code  and when you are ready to finish the purchase you can enter the code in  order to get the discount. There are various websites offering these  kinds of codes and you can see from other users if they work or not.

Besides the coupon codes, other ways in which you can get some Alienware laptop discounts or sales would be to buy a refurbished laptop. In this case, there is no  comparison between the price on a brand new laptop and the refurbished  one. You can see the difference from the start. But as long as you buy  the laptop directly from Dell, you can still have the guarantee that the  product is reliable and you will receive the support in any  conditions.  What is more, refurbished laptops are a great way to buy a  cheap system, but with still reliable and good parts inside. When you  check for refurbished Alienware laptops you will find the m15x, the m17x  and even the notebook m11x. All of these come at different prices  depending on the configuration chosen. You can find a full list with  various options and the prices will seem very reasonable to you.



For example, Alienware m15x with Intel Core i7 processor at 1.73GHz,  Windows 7 Home Premium, a 250GB hard drive, 4GB of RAM DDR3 and 512MB  NVIDIA GeForce GT 240M is available at just about $1109.  The price goes  up depending on the amount of memory installed, the hard drive and the  processor’s speed. But you will definitely not reach more than $2000  with such a system. Believe it or not, even a $999 one is available with  most of the same specifications as above.  If you are looking for  something bigger and you are willing to pay more than $2000 or just  around $1500, then the m17x is the one you need.  With the powerful  Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q9000, 500GB hard drive, 4GB of RAM DDR3 and  1 GB Single NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M, you will be able to run even the  most intense games and applications on the market. Nothing will stop you  from playing, especially if you stay near a socket, as the battery in  an Alienware laptop is not long

These said, as you can see there are various options when it come sin buying a cheaper, yet performing laptop.

Laptops are heavy-duty systems which can’t be carried around so  easily. So in order to manage your way around with your portable system,  because in the end a laptop is a portable system, you need to get some  appropriate laptop backpacks. And with so many models on the  market, it gets hard to choose the bets ones. Every user is different  and everybody has different needs and is looking for something.

This is  why you will rarely see laptop users, and not only, agree on a certain  subject. But we can leave the differences apart and see some of the best laptop backpacks on the market. We can also note the fact that there are some important  brands in this industry as well and most f the products coming from them  are considered some of the best.

If you are looking for design as well and you acre a lot on how the  backpack looks, then you might want to take a look at Booq Boa Squeeze,  one of the most attractive backpacks on the market. What is more this  product is compact and it holds a 16” laptop with ease plus pother  accessories you have and even some documents and books. It offers a  combination of great protection, comfortable feel, storage pockets and  great design. But all these come at a certain price, as this laptop will  make you spend around $100. Case Logic is one of the known  manufacturers in the industry and the Security friendly laptop backpacks deserves to be in the list. The laptop compartment is padded,  construction is durable and it is perfect for those traveling a lot and  having to go through airport security. If you don’t mind the classic  and dull design, this laptop is ready to carry your stuff wherever you  go.



For larger laptops, up to 17”, Targus XL backpack comes at an  affordable price and it brings all you need: a padded compartment, a  self organizational shelf, water bottle storage on the side along with  other sleeves to hold your MP3 player and other gadgets you might have  and it comes with lifetime warranty. Belkin 15.6” core laptop backpack  comes with a stylish design, compact and business like. At such an  affordable price you take advantage of a great design and material, it’s  light and slim and it offers the same high-protection as those bulky  laptop backpacks out there.  Swiss Gear SA1908 ScanSmart comes in a  black color, a bit more expensive, but again it offers that airport  security feature. In order to fit different laptops, the adjustable  padded laptop straps will hold your system in place. In order to provide  back comfort, the airflow design keeps everything cool. Inside you will  find lots of organizer pockets for all sorts of accessories and gadgets  you carry along each time you go out.



For the ladies we have something different, with a bit more style and  elegancy. The Laurex laptop backpack is definitely appreciated by the  ladies because of the various colors and graphics used, butterflies,  flowers placed on different colors. It fits up to 17” laptops and the  backpack still remains light and fully-padded. One of the best laptop backpacks for students, young professionals and anyone who wants to be fashionable.

The difference between a laptop and a notebook pc is related to the size. In this field, the size is all that counts. A 13.3” up to 15.4” system is called a notebook and what goes beyond 15.6” is definitely a laptop.

And the same thing happens in the other size, what is below 13.3” is called a netbook. So we have three systems on the market today, laptops, notebooks and netbooks. But we will focus more on the differences between notebooks and laptops pc, because the netbooks don’t come with much and their usability is related more to the ultra-portability. So we have mentioned the size, now it is time to see the other aspects.

To start with, a laptop will always be a desktop replacement and your best deal if you are looking for a big and reliable system to sit comfortably on your desk at home or at the office. A laptop will always have performing parts inside, as you need to manage all the tasks possible. Of course here as well you have categories: business laptops, entertainment, everyday use, gaming, all-in-one and so on. But having such a big size comes with advantages. For instance you get a spacious keyboard, so no cramping when you need to edit long documents and view web pages; you feel the system solid and well-built as well. But this does not apply in all cases of course, there are flimsy systems as well and those that manage only the basic tasks.



In a laptop the battery life is not the strongest point. Because the system is big, the screen’s resolution is big as well, it drains faster and you don’t get much of use. This is except for Apple MacBook, which has a known battery life of 10 hours. But there are also some great laptops with impressive battery life, usually those which have more than a 6-cell battery.



The notebook is a portable device, weights less and has smaller measurements. If you need a portable system for your traveling needs in order to have a great companion while you are on the road this is the one. What is more, even businessmen or students need more a portable system as they can’t afford to carry around a full-size laptop that easily. Notebooks have all you need and you can find many of them with the same specifications as the laptop. Most of today’s high tech notebooks use Intel Core I processors, NVIDIA or ATI graphics, have lots of memory installed, mainly DDR3, spacious hard drives and as well come with a DVD/RW or even a Blu-ray drive. Alienware has developed a gaming notebook, the m11x, which brings all you need in order to keep plying wherever you are.

Every big manufacturer has developed both laptops and notebooks in order to satisfy all users. There are some who prefer having a laptop at home on their desk and a notebook for their travelling needs. You can find some very attractive systems from HP, Dell, Sony, Asus, Acer, Toshiba, and every one offering something different in order to attract the market. Even a range of colors is available in case you want to personalize your system.

Refurbished laptops are your ticket for getting a valuable system for  a reasonable price. There are considerably big differences between a  refurbished and a used laptop. The refurbished system still comes with a  warranty and the product has some of the original parts inside.

The  only difference between a new laptop and a refurbished one is that the  original product was sent back to the manufacturers, parts inside were  tested and re-tested and the product was put back on shelves. In case  you can’t afford a brand new laptop, and we must admit that some of the  prices are really high, this is one way in which you can get your very  own computing system.

All manufacturers, at least the big one sin the industry, offer  refurbished laptop, including Dell. And we must admit that Dell is one  of the best in the industry as their system look stunning and  performance is as well top-notch. If you are looking for a refurbished Dell laptop,  the first place you should look is on Dell’s website. Afterwards you  can search on other websites and as well you can look at some retailers  online, such as Amazon.com, where gadgets come in three choices, new,  refurbished and used.  With a refurbished Dell laptop you still  receive the good old value, free shipping, warranty and support and you  help the environment.  You can choose from the home-use laptops,  business and gaming. The 15” laptops are portable and affordable,  exactly what you need if you are always on the go. The large ones  feature a 17” display, such as the Inspiron 17R with a 17.3”  High-Definition glossy display and a 6-cell battery. And also don’t  forget to pick out the color you want. With Dell’s choices of colors you  can customize your laptop and design it depending on your style.



Dell Inspiron 17R can be bought for just around $550 and it brings  Intel Core i3 processor, Windows 7 Home Premium, 500 GB hard drive, 7GB  DDR3 RAM, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator and a 8x DVD+/- RW drive. You  can also upgrade the system if you like, but with this configuration  you will be able to run multiple applications at once and manage some of  the most intensive applications and games. Below $500 is the same  model, but with a 320GB hard drive, 3GB of RAM DDR3. Prices are  different depending on the model you want and on the configuration you  choose as well. Such a big range of options and colors, Dell is  definitely a winner. Dell Studio refurbished laptops are also  available, with a richer combination of colors and designs. In this case  the configuration is almost the same, but design is different.  What  about Alienware? Are looking for the best gaming laptop on the market,  but still not ready to pay $3000-$4000 on it? Well refurbished Alienware  laptops are available as well and the price for such a system is just  around $1000, you will save a lot of money.



Alienware m115x comes with the powerful Intel Core i7-740QM  Processor, Windows 7 Home Premium, 250GB hard drive, 4GB of RAM DDR3 and  powerful 512MB NVIDIA GeForce GT 240M graphics. Other configuration  options are available, but all reasonable for the budget. Even the  Alienware m17x is available for less than $1500.

Carrying a full-size laptop is not as easy as it seems. The systems are not as portable as the notebooks, especially if we are dealing with a 17” or more. But there are cases in which even this big laptop needs to be carried around, so what is the solution to the problem? There are various carrying methods of course, but not all of them are suitable in some conditions.

If you are traveling on long-distance the best choice is the backpack, as it is big enough to deposit your system and other accessories with it and because you place it on both shoulders, the weight is evened up and you don’t suffer from back pains. What is more you have your both hands free, so you can manage other carrying bags or documents.

On the market you can find some good examples of laptop backpacks and some of the manufacturers do a great job. Among others we have the Axio Hybrid laptop backpack. It comes in various sizes in order to be spacious enough for your laptop. For example the Axio Hybrid laptop backpack for a 17” system is priced around $120, depending on the place you shop and it comes with an interesting and eye-catchy design, a combination of black with a simple red line across it. You can tell from the pictures that it is not oriented for sport, but has a classier, elegant look.



There are two compartments, one for your laptop and the other to deposit your other gadgets, the AC adapter maybe or some documents you need to carry along. On the interior the backpack is completely red, so you will see every inch of it and find even the smallest pin clip. Of course there are external pockets as well, so you have plenty of space for your gadgets and you will have quick access to them. The back of the laptop backpack is cushioned, so extra comfort is provided.  You can also find the product that fits your 15” laptop.

For storing laptops up to 17”, there is another model of Axio Hybrid laptop backpack. It provides extra space as well for storing your laptop and some other accessories along with it.  This one comes in black and with the “Axio” spelled along the backpack. The design is intelligent, very comfortable, high-quality materials and the capacity storage is huge, this being one of the top advantages. On the other side it comes at a higher price and because it stores a lot, in some conditions it might look a bit bulky. 



The interior is the same as the previous model, a red nylon material is used and on the outside there are pockets for easy access for your MP3 player, mobile phone, water-bottle and anything you want to have.  What is more, in this case we are talking about three compartments, the third one being located on top of the backpack. The size is small, but again a great place to store your small gadgets. When you will lay your eyes upon the product you will think from the start it is big and yes it is, but it is surely comfortable. And if you need to travel a lot with your laptop around, you really need something comfortable that will hold on that amount of weight.