Laptop made in China

@meipan (746)
Philippines
September 19, 2010 9:59pm CST
Are laptops that made in China are safe and have a good quality? Someone selling me a laptop which is cost Php 6000.00 around $137.00 (I think) do you think it's cheap and I need to grab the opportunity? by the way.. it's brand new...
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• Malaysia
20 Sep 10
What's the specs of the laptop and the warranty? Personally I don't buy electronics from China unless they are branded and have a warranty because I'm terrified of it failing when I need it the most.
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@meipan (746)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
here are the specs... CPU VIA WM 8505 300MHz Operation system Windows CE 6.0 Storage Device DDRII 128MB Memory NAND FLASH 1GB(UP TO 8G) LCD Size: 10.1 inch TFT-LCD 16:9 wide screen Pixels: 1024*600 Built-in Camera Build-in high pixel camera 0.3M just can take photo can not used as webcam AUDIO HD Audio Built-In speaker, Internal Microphone KEYBOARD 86 key with 19mm key pitch and 2.5mm key stroke USB Port 3 USB host Pointing Device Integrated Touchpad Left key Right key LAN 10/100M Ethernet Access WiFi IEEE802.11b/g Card Port 2in 1 MMC/SD card Other Ports RJ45, Microphone-in, Headphone ,DC Port, Security keyhole. Battery 1800 MAH Li-ion battery WORKD TIME:2.5HRS Adapter AC 100-240V, DC 9V 1.5A Size 280 x 189 x 25 mm
• Malaysia
20 Sep 10
Is it the same as this one? http://is.gd/fiUhQ (sorry for using is.gd, myLot wouldn't let me use the full address). If it is, then I'd recommend you skip it. The build quality looks very suspicious and if the battery life is considered to be only 2 hours then I'd suggest you get a different computer. In day-to-day use, the battery life only works half of what it claims, so if they say 2.5 hours realistically you're looking at only one hour. Perhaps look around some more? You may wanna check out the Prolink laptops if you're looking for something cheap. I use it when I'm outside my house and away from my desktop, and so far it's been quite reliable.
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
Oh i see.. and i think you have a point.. thanks for clearing my mind... about the links on your laptop.. thanks for that..
@djbtol (5493)
• United States
21 Sep 10
I would suspect that China could put a quite economical PC on the market, and I've heard talk of such a thing. But I have never seen one and really can't help you. Try to find information on line about the specific make and model of the laptop you are interested in. The initial good price won't be much of a celebration, if the thing doesn't work.
@djbtol (5493)
• United States
21 Sep 10
I really don't think I have had much in the way of electronics made in China. I'm sure it will be more prevalent in the future, though. Have a nice day.
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
21 Sep 10
thanks for the advice.. don't you think that in terms of electronics, china had a low quality in terms of safeness?
@rosdimy (3926)
• Malaysia
20 Sep 10
If it is branded then it could be a grey import, that is not brought in by the official company or representative. They may not be stolen or smuggled. Based on experience I would avoid buying Chinese made laptops with unknown brand names. Even many Chinese sellers in my country do no recommend them. If you are lucky the unit may last for a few years. If not, you will have a big problem in getting it repaired. Stick to one which has a greater customer support It may cosy more, but it is worth the peace of mind.
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
It make sense... thanks for the advice... i really appreciated it...
@jen028 (65)
• Philippines
23 Sep 10
I don't trust Made in China... it is cheap but very low quality like cellphone that are made in china is a disposable type
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
24 Sep 10
yeah you're right... most of products made in china are disposable...
• India
20 Sep 10
laptops made in china are not of any use they are just waste i got one for my uncles cyber cafe it is as slow as tortoise. so its better not to get at them, you can go for second hand p2 computer other than chinese ones.
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
OH Really? that's a big information,, thanks...
• Indonesia
20 Sep 10
Just buy it, then you could share about the performance and the durability, so it will very helpfully for other people who looking cheap laptop (just like me).
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
do you think it's just a little bit of unfair advise for me? hahahaha... I don't want to make a wrong decision that's why im asking.. but anyway.. you have a point.. if only there were people who uses china laptops.. i think it would help a lot if they'll share their feedback...
@chiyosan (30184)
• Philippines
27 Sep 10
Php 6000 for a laptop is cheap. But you have to consider what the specifications of this laptop is?! Would you even dare think it is possible to have a laptop with lcd monitor and a hard drive, and a disc reader, and a good quality of video card only worth 6K? i highly doubt the specifications and the durability of the products being sold to you. Its only like the price of a cheap cellphone with 1 camera and an FM radio. I'd say if you want value, buy at least the cheapest brand of laptop in a valid computer store...
@anurag3786 (6267)
• India
20 Sep 10
Hey really their prices are very cheap and for teh poeples who really wnt to buy laptop.. but what about their quality.. sometimes comanies compromise with their quality for rasing their sale.. so if the qulaity of laptop is good.. then i think this is really nice prices.. as you say..
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
maybe quality comes as the way you used your belongings... me and my sister both have a china phone.. my phone is still working until now.. i bought it last march 2009, while my sister phone's last for only one and a half month... I dont have any idea about laptop that's why.. I'm confused...
@aeisle (377)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
I don't really consider where the product was made from as long as it is branded and has a warranty. Because I think these manufacturers have their own standards to follow and quality checks before releasing their products whether from China, Japan, US, or any other country. But if what they are selling you isn't branded, I suggest you to spend more and go for reliable branded laptops. You won't be happy by spending less for laptop for laptop that might not even last for a year. Also, if what they are selling you is smuggled product, better not buy it even if it's branded. That might have a factory defect and they wouldn't give you a warranty for sure.
@meipan (746)
• Philippines
20 Sep 10
I don't know if it was a smuggle goods or it was just a factory price... it's one factor why im hesitating...
• Philippines
2 Oct 10
I have seen one. My friend bought one from china. It really is quite cheap but the performance just fit the price. Its a bit slow on almost every aspect. With the speed of present computers getting faster, its really hard to get used to the speed of the laptop. You'll only get pissed.