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    Asus UL30VT -X1 vs -A1

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by snavelykl, Feb 23, 2010.

  1. snavelykl

    snavelykl Newbie

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    Hello! I am about to order one of these sexy machines. I'm just wondering what the difference between the two devices is, well besides color.

    And here are some questions you can awnswer?
    • What is the difference between the -X1 and -A1
    • How easy is it to overclock the CPU to a 1.7GHZ, and how much of a difference will that make?
    • How well could I run VirtualBox virtual machines on this computer?
    • Where would you order it from? I'm thinking amazon.com?
    • Lastly, what accessories would you get with this thing? (Besides Logitech Anywhere mouse ^^)
     
    snavelykl, Feb 23, 2010
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  2. KungFuSito

    KungFuSito Notebook Enthusiast

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    X1 = Black, 1 year warranty, smaller battery, intel wireless card
    A1 = Silver, 2 year warranty, bigger battery, atheros wireless card

    Very easy to OC. The difference in performance depends on what you do on the laptop. Overall, yes it will be a significant difference.

    Not sure about the VB.

    Amazon.com if you don't get charged tax seems to be the way to go. Also their return/exchange policy is great if you encounter problems with your VT within the first 30 days.

    I would get a 13.3" sleeve.
     
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