[MJM]

The specs are as follows:

Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7300 2.0GHz
Memory:2GB
HD Capacity: 120 Gb
Display: 15.4"
Graphics Card: Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Operating System: Vista Home Premium
Optical Drive: DVD Super-Multi
Networking: GLAN, WiFi
Size (WxDxH): 344 (W) x 246 (D) x 37/42 (H) mm
Weight: 3.36kg
Full Specifications:
Operating System: Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium
Chipset: Mobile Mobile Intel PM965 Express Chipset
CPU Section:
Microprocessor Full Name:Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7300
Microprocessor Manufacturer:Intel
Microprocessor Speed (GHz):2.0
L2 Cache (KB):4 Mb
Frontside Bus (MHz):800
Memory:
Memory Speed (MHz):667
Memory Type:DDR2
Memory Size (MB):2048 Mb
Max Memory Size:4Gb
Hard Disk Drive:
Hard Drive Capacity (GB):120 Gb
Hard Drive Type:S-ATA
Optical Drive:
Optical Drive Type:8X DVD-Super Multi double-layer drive
Optical Drive Fitting:Built In
Optical Drive Speed Read:24X CD-ROM, 24X CD-R, 24X CD-RW, 8X DVD-ROM, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 6X DVD-ROM DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
Optical Drive Speed Write:24X CD-R, 16X CD-RW, 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R, 4X DVD-R DL (double-layer), 4X DVD+R DL (double-layer), 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW, 5X DVD-RAM
Display:
Display Type:Acer Crystalbrite
Diagonal Size (in):15.4"
Resolution Format:1280 x 800
Resolution Type:WXGA
Graphics:
Graphic Card Full Name:Mobile Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Memory:Upto 358MB
Interfaces:
4 Pin i.LINK (IEEE1394), 400 Mbps:YES
DC in:YES
Card reader:5-in-1 card reader (SD, MMC, MS, MS PRO, xD)
Audio out:YES
Audio out Type:Headphone/speaker/line-out jack
Microphone Jack:YES
RJ-11 Direct Port (Modem):YES
RJ-45 Direct Port (Network):YES
USB Port (quantity):4
VGA Connector for Monitor:YES
Express Card Slot:YES
Express Card Type:ExpressCard/54
Battery:
Battery Type:53.3 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (6-cell) - 2 hour battery life
Connectivity
Built-in Modem: YES, 56K ITU V.92 with PTT approval8, Wake-on-Ring ready
Integrated Wireless LAN:YES, Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG (dual-band tri-mode 802.11a/b/g)
Ethernet network:Gigabit Ethernet, Wake-on-LAN ready
Camera: YES Crystal Eye 0.3 MP
Multimedia:
Intel High Definition Audio compatible:YES
Built-in Stereo Speakers:YES
3D Surround:Dolby Digital Live
Windows Sound System Compatible:YES
Features:
Special Buttons:Empowering Key, Easy-launch buttons: WLAN, Internet, email, Acer Arcade, Acer MediaTouch keys: play/pause, stop, previous, next, record keys
Supplied Accessories
AC Adaptor:Yes
Battery:Yes
Power Cord:Yes

It's in my price range right now, so I really need to know, should I just jump for it? I need a new laptop and I don't think I'll come across a bargain like this again any time soon.
Sadly doesn't look like it has s-video out, but I can live without it.

[alex]

The spec is solid. Acer's lappy screen's tend to be decent.

Low end price-range though tend's to have rather questionable chassis quality in my opinion.

What's the price?

[Hybr!d]

Seems a good spec, agreed with alex, deciding vote is in the look/feel and price.

[MJM]

Well, the original price is something like 650 pounds, but it's reduced at play. A lot closer to my price range now. I don't really know much about the price ranges, but to me 650 would be a shit load of cash, but I'm a student, so that could be the reason.
I'd go for the 5920G just for the better graphics card if it wasn't for the 500 pounds price tag... and the useless HDDVD drive.

As for look, generally looks like this:

And plenty more images here. Judging by page 4 it's the 5920g, but the models look pretty much identical.
I'm heading into shops tomorrow where they will hopefully have an Acer Aspire so I can feel it up, so to say, but it looks alright to me.

[MJM]

So for some reason I cannot edit my posts, so I'll just put it here.
I may be getting this temporary job that can shortly boost my cash which could possibly allow me to buy the 5920G, if so should I go for it?

[alex]

For £380 definately.

Dell get close with their Inspiron 1525 (and warranty) but it's £20 extra and the spec is slightly lower overall.

Couldn't beat that price for any new laptop in that spec.

Yeah, go for it. And if you're lucky, they might just chuck the Veyron in....

[SocialWarfare]

I have seen games like Doom3 and Oblivion run on quite high setting with those integrated graphics

[MJM]

If they'd through in the Veyron I'd buy a more expensive model.

SocialWarfare: That's good to hear since I'm hoping it'll be able to do Spore even if only on the lowest settings.


Thanks for the advice guys.

[MJM]

I ended up going for this one instead.
It's a hundred quid more, but it has a great dedicated graphics card.... the useless HD-DVD drive couldn't stop me! Now to figure out if I can get more ram for it.

[SocialWarfare]

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