For basic computer use, is the AMD A8-4500M a good buy? Will it hold up over time?

careydf

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I'm looking for a basic computer that runs Microsoft office and connects to the internet efficiently. I don't need anything special. Is the HP Pavilion 17-e134nr Notebook PC with a AMD A8-4500M processor a good buy? I know AMD processors have had a shaky past so I'm hesitant to invest any money in a laptop that might not last me a year. Any help with understanding the processors or any recommendations for simple laptops would be great.

Thanks!