Looking to buy a new laptop, any advice?

I'm an engineering student so I'm looking to buy a solid laptop I can use throughout my undergrad and beyond. I want to be able to run cad and other engineering programs well and still be able to play games on my laptop. So far I have been looking at the Acer Aspire V15 Nitro 15.6 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V8S9V62/ because it doesn't cost too much right now at 1300 and i can get it used for 1050. Any other suggestions out there? I have been also considering the Lenovo y50

Carl

I recommend the Alienware 17 laptop. You can decide what parts go in it or let them do it for you. They are very powerful and come with the most up to date hardware and software, making them last years and years and years before they become obsolete.

Chris

You will want to pick up a few extras, such as a comfortable mouse and a well-appointed backpack. And don't forget to preload some antivirus software before you head to campus.

Kenneth J