A good student budget laptop?

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Samsung+-+Laptop+/+Intel%26%23174%3B+Core%26%23153%3B+i3+Processor+/+15.6%22+Display+/+3GB+Memory+/+320GB+Hard+Drive+-+Black/2975038.p?skuId=2975038&productCategoryId=pcmcat247400050000&id=1218367939408
for $399
Specs:
Intel® Core™ i3-380M processor
Features a 2.53GHz processor speed.
Intel® Core™ i3 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance for HD quality computing. Intel® HD graphics provide extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it.
3GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power.
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL or DVD-R DL media.
15.6" LED-backlit high-definition display
With 1366 x 768 resolution and 220 cd/m² brightness showcases movies and games in stunning clarity.
320GB hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times. BIOS/HDD password protection helps keep your information private.
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator HD
For lush images. HDMI output for connection to an HDTV.
Built-in low-light webcam with microphone
Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends.
3-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity and MultiMediaCard formats.
3 USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital video, audio and data transfer.
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n)
Connect to the Internet without wires.
Built-in 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN
With RJ-45 connector for quick and easy wired Web connection.
Weighs 5.3 lbs. and measures just 1.5" thin
For easy portability.
I’m not going to extreme gaming, just casual gaming like low-end games and productivity such as word, excel and even to watch here and there videos and able to run linux. the customer service of Samsung isn’t as bad supposedly and I’m just wondering, should I go for it?
Answer #1
For $50 more you could get a current gen processor, 4GB of memory instead of 3GB, and a 500GB HDD instead of 320GB:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Gateway+-+Laptop+/+Intel%26%23174%3B+Core%26%23153%3B+i5+Processor+/+15.6%26%2334%3B+Display+/+4GB+Memory+-+Blue/3411173.p?id=1218399180563&skuId=3411173
or for $280 you could get this which is pretty capable as far as a budget laptop goes:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Toshiba+-+Satellite+Laptop+/+AMD+E-Series+Processor+/+15.6%26%2334%3B+Display+/+4GB+Memory+-+Black/3438577.p?id=1218402124648&skuId=3438577
Answer #2
prozac4312 replied: For $50 more you could get a current gen processor, 4GB of memory instead of 3GB, and a 500GB HDD instead of 320GB:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Gateway+-+Laptop+/+Intel%26%23174%3B+Core%26%23153%3B+i5+Processor+/+15.6%26%2334%3B+Display+/+4GB+Memory+-+Blue/3411173.p?id=1218399180563&skuId=3411173
or for $280 you could get this which is pretty capable as far as a budget laptop goes:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Toshiba+-+Satellite+Laptop+/+AMD+E-Series+Processor+/+15.6%26%2334%3B+Display+/+4GB+Memory+-+Black/3438577.p?id=1218402124648&skuId=3438577
To be honest, I didn’t have a good experience with Acer/Gateway, I had to send mine that I’m currently using more than twice and I had to pay more than $100 and the tech support is horrible, I was also warranty. My first usb port is broken, my keyboard is wacky and I don’t want to deal with them even if with that price.
Second, I’m not really fan of AMD series but Toshiba is a good brand
Answer #3
One second, let me find a link for the one my friend bought before he went to college.
Pretty sure its better for the same price.