ABS computers

[Outlaw]

My friend is looking for a laptop and was considering this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...N82E16834224022

from newegg. The specs look really nice, especially for the price. Our only qualm was that we weren't sure how great abs computers were at making laptops. If anybody knows about their reliability and could post in here, it'd be greatly appreciated.

[HvyMtl]

check your link - gives me a bad link error from newegg.
Ok, look at the system itself and then do a search for do your own/build your own laptops on google. Then match the picture of the lappy with the manufacturer -
In general there are like 4 or so laptop makers - most all laptops are rebadges
Look at the original manufacturer's specs and then consider the laptop
Remember ABS is not a top tier - such as HP or Dell - and look for their customer service ratings (google again)
Best of luck

[HvyMtl]

http://rjtech.com/
example of the DIY laptop store...
DIY (do your own)

[elite.mafia]

my computer was originally from abspc. It was good, but If I were you I'd get a gateway or emachine laptop. Much better quality.. is it for gaming or what? And also the reason for buying a laptop is mobility... getting a gaming laptop is a bit of an oxymoron because if you can't transport a 10lb laptop or if it gets too hot on your lap, it's a bit ridiculous.

[Outlaw]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16834224022


ABS Mayhem G3 A30, Athlon 64 3200+, 15.4" WXGA, 512MB DDR400, 60GB 7200rpm, DVD/CD-RW Combo, ATI Mobility RADEON 9700 - Retail
Model #: G3 A30
Item #: N82E16834224022
for $1399


it's for a friend who wants a gaming laptop for his sister.


http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1431.html

8.5 on reseller rattings with 6.83 for the last 6 months.

What do you guys think?

[elite.mafia]

still you're much better off with a gateway laptop... maybe a toshiba...
http://www.gateway.com/products/gconfig/prodhmseries.asp?seg=hm&gcseries=gtwym680&clv=Btn1
not sure on the gateway tho.. not much of a gaming laptop with that hardrive..

[Slider19]

Newegg and ABS are the same company I believe

[G-RaZoR]

You know I thought that the Newegg ABS deal was weird, but I did some quick research and I found out they are the same company. So I'm betting that the only place to get an ABS other than buyaps.com, is Newegg.

I have never had any personal experience with ABS, my current laptop is eMachines, and I personally won't go with them again. Support and service sucks,

Ironically, my eMachines has almost the exact same specs. 3200+, 512mb of RAM, 60gb HDD, the only difference is it has the ATI 9600 instead of the 9700. I paid $1299 (after a few rebates) and I bought it last July, so I don't think that's the greatest deal.....

[elite.mafia]

abs has 3 sites that I kno of...
www.buyabs.com
www.abspc.com
www.abs.com

[covertclocker]

I had an ABS PC and I must say that their tech support was actually pretty good. I got the parts when they said I would get them, they were responsive and very helpful. Granted this was about 4 years ago and things change over time. But from what I remember they were really good. Just do your homework and look at other peoples more recent experiences.

[Vengance_01]

There is a new Gateway with an Turion and X700. Check bestbuy, on sale for 1399$ I think. Also depending on what it will be used for, DTR, ect... A dell 9300 is the best bang for your buck laptop for DTR with gamming in mind.