Searching laptop for college (architecture)

Guys, this is the first time I ask a question here, but I'm sure you'll help me. In a couple of months I'll hopefully become a student of architecture and I need a laptop that can run PhotoShop, AutoCad, ArchiCad and other powerfull programs smoothly. Plus, it needs to be under the 1000$ pricetag, be compact (13-14 inches) and light (possibly without a DVD slot). Ok, so the only thing that I found beside the MacBook Air is an Acer TimelineX 3820T (here is the link: http://us.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/model/LX.PTC02.194 ). So guys, do you have any suggestions? P.S. I apologies for any grammar errors. Thank's, in advance.

asked Jul 02 '11 at 04:56

Ajanovic Edi
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I believe something like this has a higher processor (and more cores). Also USB 3.0. And I believe better video ram. http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=7105753&SRCCODE=GOOGLEBASE&cm_mmc_o=VRqCjC7BBTkwCjCECjCE

answered Jul 02 '11 at 05:23

kevin ♦♦
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Thanks, but that's too big. And if I had that money I would buy a MacBook.

(Jul 02 '11 at 05:28) Ajanovic Edi

Though it is under your under 1000 USD pricetag

(Jul 02 '11 at 05:30) kevin ♦♦

If not here is more that is better around the lower of your range http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834246141

answered Jul 02 '11 at 05:37

kevin ♦♦
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edited Jul 02 '11 at 05:38

That's more like it! Thank you, I will consider this one.

(Jul 02 '11 at 08:19) Ajanovic Edi

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834230075

It's 15 inches, but it's the epitome of perfection for laptops 1k and below for its specifications.

Edit: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834246151 <- this one has a better graphics card though, for 50 bucks less.

answered Jul 02 '11 at 07:30

Billy Aoki
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edited Jul 02 '11 at 07:32

0	Too big, too heavy but thank you. I found some alternatives like the HP Palivion dm3 and dm4, Samsung QX410 and Q330, Asus U36SJ... Does anyone know if they are good at all? answered Jul 02 '11 at 08:07 Ajanovic Edi 16●1●1●3

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