Looking for Recommendations on a Laptop/Ultrabook

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I am a robotics programmer that needs a new Laptop/Ultrabook. I need it soonish, as I will be traveling internationally on business within the next 2 weeks, so waiting for the newest Haswell processors is out :(

Requirements:
  • I need Windows 7 64-bit
  • I need to be able to dual-boot Ubuntu v12.04 or 12.10 and install ROS
  • I need at least 4 Gigs RAM (DDR3-1600 or DDR3-1333)
  • CPU: at least an i5, preferably third generation
  • SSD: at least 128 Gigs, SATA III preferred
  • Screen: 1080p is preferred, will settle for 720p
  • Graphics: no need for a discrete card
  • Price: $600 -$800

Use Cases:
  • I will be compiling a lot of code, so this laptop will be primarily for development.

  • I will NOT use laptop for gaming.

Thanks for your help and suggestions.
 
MIght get lucky and find a Thinkpad x230 on the Lenovo Outlet with an SSD. I don't *think* new ones with those specs fall into your price range, but worth checking (esp if you buy/install the SSD yourself).
 
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