i can't really tell about "which one" but i'll offer some advice on things to consider in making your choice. First,
see this thread
and to reinforce what;s in there, i think the fundamental question is: Why a laptop? and not to be misunderstood, i love 'em, always use 'em. But be sure to understand the trade-offs and i you have a limited budget understand it costs more to get similar power/functionaltiy as would to get a desktop equivalent. If you're on a limited budget the question is what works for you: If giving up some speed, for example, is worth the $$ differential.
Ask yourself just how important Support is for you (hardware and/or software)
- You can call some tech support groups and take forever before you ever get through
- And. there's the issue of quality of person other end. Some places put you in call center 1/2 way around the world with "tech's" who pretty much only know just what their computer tells them to ask.
- Finally, if hardware DOES break, what are the arrangements to get it fixed? package it up and mail? Go to a service departmetn? On site?
Last, i'd only point out if you are trying to compare two different systems the ONLY way to really try and compare price (i found) was the more painful process of taking out a spreadsheet, breaking the machines down component by component to list them side-by-side to TRUELY understand how everything compares
