Q: Hi. I am planning on purchasing this laptop tonight, but I was wondering, how good would this laptop be able to play some games, the most challenging (graphics wise) being BF2142? Here is a link to the laptop. It has an ATI RADEON 3100 video card. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8918442&type=product&id=1213400747434
A: It's reasonably powerful and should be able to play a wide variety of games. However, as with most laptops the major problem will come with future proofing. Since laptops are integrated systems you will likely be unable to upgrade graphics cards etc. when games become more demanding. If your looking for a gaming PC a desktop would be preferable. If your heart is set on a laptop for transportation reasons I would say that this laptop would be the ticket, price is decent and with vista comes the newest direct x. Don't forget you can always ask questions instore. Before you buy try haggling a little, its always worth a try you may walk away with afew extra peripherals.