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HELP! Need new notebook
I am in desperate need of a new notebook. I previously had a 17 inch dell (loaded) but it was stolen. I am not in need of something MUCH smaller. I ordered the Dell 1420 and was disappointed with the weight and the screen. I have narrowed it down to a 12.1 - 13.3 inch screen - at least 2ghz - 2mb memory (am I saying all of these tech words right) with a budget of around $1600. I will use the notebook for school - so the lighter the better. I have looked at the sony - and of course the one that I want it $2500 (I like it to have it all, just don't want to pay for it all!) I have also looked at the thinkpad - but am worried about getting used to only having the red button and no optical drive. Any suggestions would be wonderful!! :)
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Sorry - I could have read the directions FIRST!!
General Questions
1) What is your budget? 1600 - 2000
2) What size notebook would you prefer?
a. Ultraportable; 12" screen or less
b. Thin and Light; 13" - 14" screen
c. Mainstream; 15" - 16" screen
d. Desktop Replacement
12.1 or 13.3
3) Please select your country's flag as a post icon and tell us what country are you buying this in. USA
4) Are there any brands that you prefer or any you really don't like? NOPE
5) What tasks will you be performing with the notebook? Don't really know... but I like it to be fast!
6) Will you be taking the notebook with you to different places or leaving it on your desk? Taking it with me
7) Will you be playing games on it; if so, which games? No - but my boyfriend will - he plays those online shoot em' up games
8) How many hours of battery life do you need? over 4 - would prefer more - but weight is an issue
9) Do you mind buying online without seeing the notebook in person? as long as it is a reputable place
10) What OS do you prefer? Windows (XP or Vista), Mac OS, Linux, etc. - I guess Vista - I need to get used to it now
Screen Specifics
11) Would you prefer standard or widescreen? Widescreen
12) From the choices below, what screen resolutions would you prefer?
Standard
a. XGA -1024x768 - Large and easy to read text + graphics icons, but you fit less stuff on the screen.
b. SXGA - 1400x1050 - Compromise resolution between XGA and UXGA.
c. UXGA - 1600x1200 - Very small text and graphics icons, you can fit lots of stuff on the screen.
Widescreen
d. WXGA or WXGA+ - 1280x768/800 or 1440x900; Wider viewing version of XGA, good for movie viewing or spreadsheets.
e. WSXGA+ - 1680x1050; Wider viewing version of SXGA, good for movie viewing or spreadsheets.
f. WUXGA - 1920x1200; Wider viewing version of UXGA, good for movie viewing or spreadsheets.
Don't know
13) Do you want a glossy/reflective screen or a matte/non-glossy screen?
Somethign with anti glare for sure
Build Quality and Design
14) Are the notebook's looks and stylishness important to you? somewhat
15) When are you buying this laptop and how long do you want this laptop to last? As LONG as possible... :)
Notebook Components
16) How much hard drive space do you want; 40GB to 200GB? I have been selecting 160
17) Do you need an optical drive? If yes, a DVD-ROM, DVD-CD/RW or DVD-RW drive? yes DVD/CD RW
Thanks again!!!
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dell 1330 not to sure about the price, but ticks all the other boxes, and it looks great
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Girl28,
Here's a customized DellXPSm1330 configuration I have made for you by clicking here
It's very light and portable. It can get expensive if you want to add in other options, but what seems likes your needs and wants, I think the setup I made for you will work out.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
You can change any of the options by clicking on "Forgot Something?" in the cart
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Thanks to both of you. My concern with dell is that they are heavier with others. Could you tell me how much this particular dell that you created for me would weigh? I also had problems with my screen and the colors on the 1420 - it was very dim and grainy. Would the 1330 have those same issues? How long of a battery life would this model have? Thanks again for all of your help!! I am most grateful!
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Check out the Dell Lattitude models. I have pretty much the same requirements as you, and have ordered a lattitude D630.
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Dell say it should weigh 1.79kg, but that the lightest it could be, so more likley to be around 2kg, which is pretty light. As for the screen it is possible to get an LCD display, which should be bright, the same type as a tv would have i believe
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Is the LCD screen glossy? would it have a glare or do they have anti glare coating? Thank you again for all of the help :)
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i think the screen is glossy, but dont know about the glare, but i think it will be the same as other dells
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Re: HELP! Dell 1330 vs. Lenovo X61's
Thanks! Does anyone have an opinion on the Dell 1330 vs. Lenovo X61's? And does the X61's not having a wide screen make it look like it has a small screen?