Really liking the Z70v...resolution question though

Hi all,

I've researched every laptop probably ever made (or at least it seems that way) the past couple weeks, and I just found the Z70v today. Between reviews and testimonials from forum members, I'm almost certain this is the one for me. (I posted my 'what should I buy' thread in the hardware section) But anyway, I have a quick question about resolutions, especially since I'm a first time notebook buyer.

The Z70v has a pretty high native resolution (1600x1050 I think...somewhere around there), and I'm wondering how this works out for those who bought one. Is the text too small? It certainly gives you a lot of real estate, that'd be nice...but if you can't use it effectively I may go for the W3V. I wanted a high resolution for games (2d, mostly poker) and graphics editing, but I found out (as most of you probably already knew) that notebooks don't usually look good at anything besides the native resolution. So before I take the plunge I just wanted to get opinions on how this resolution is working out for everyone. Also has anyone tried to adjust the resolution? If so, how does it turn out?

P.S. I know there's a new version of the z70v coming in a few months, but I won't need the extra power from the new video card. Plus I'd like to get this before school starts up again.

Thanks in advance,
Brian

 

I'm sitting 2 feet (give or take a few inches) away from the notebook and don't have even begin squinting. I think it's perfect. I was apprehensive too, but I'm glad I tried it. Woudln't have it any other way. Brigthness is aplenty and image quality is pretty good for a matte finish. You're right, anything other than native resolution is a lil more difficult to read. Stuff gets fuzzy.

 

Yeah I totally agree with ricky... the resolution is great... no squinting at all.. great for photos or anything else really... any you will love this for any work in word or if you do any photo editing as you have sooo much more room to work with things and tool bars on the side dont start crowding in and you can see the pic you are editing fully. It is all in all a great screen. Lowering the resolution does make it a bit uncrisp but unless you already have vision problems then I feel the resolution is fine... you can always increase the font sizes to make things more readable if you really need to. You wont be dissapointed with the screen. There may be other small gripes but the screen definately is one of its selling points... hope this helps!

Cheers!

 

Thanks for the input...I'm really leaning towards the Z70V now...sounds like a great machine. Although I'm looking at the Asus website right now and found the V6V...I'll look into it further, but whatever the case, Asus has some nice looking laptops. I've built desktops for years and used Asus mobos whenever I could, and it sounds like their quality is right up there. Now I just gotta wait for the cash to get here so I can order one, then actually wait for the notebook! Ahhhh the waiting!

If anyone else has any other opinions good or bad about the screen and resolution, please still post. I'll continue reading but I'm sure there are a few others who have the same concern I do.

Thanks again!

 

Yeah the V6v seemed good 2 me too but the port location would have bugged me to hell... (all on the right side...) maybe thats not an issue for u... dunno but other than that it seems sweet... thinner.. lighter... but more expensive... well especially if u build this thing urself... i would recomend doing that though i didnt... it seems easy enough and you save alot... (i regret not doing that... oh well...)

Good luck on ur notebook choice...

Cheers!

 

Well any time you change the battery location and hinge design to like it is on the V6 (and w3/w1/w5/m5/s5) for that matter... the ports have to go some where.

As far as text on high res... if you can't read the text on an sxga+ or WSXGA+ screen... you're probably not going to be able to make use of the res anyway....... but there is a program called eye relief... a member of this forum turned me onto it and many of our customers who want the larger text, love it:

http://www.entechtaiwan.com/files/eyerelief.exe

 

I ve had few complaints from people disliking the res. They do get used to it. If you think you may not manage with wsxga you really should look at any notebook with that screen before you buy it. A decisive majority of users think wsxga res is just right.

 

Yeah I wish there was a place around where I live (Ann Arbor, MI) where I could see it in person before I make my decision. I have a few weeks before I order a laptop though, so I'll continue to research. Maybe there is a place around here...but I haven't looked all that much so far.

Edit: I haven't seen one, but is there a more mainstream brand that might be carried at more places with relatively the same size screen/resolution? I know it wouldn't be the exact same but it'd give me a better idea of what it's like.

Thanks.

 

Yeah, I was spoiled with a WUXGA before, and now I can't find anything with that type of screen for under $2500 without it being a giant beast. I was afraid of switching to a WSGA, but with the WSGA+ on the Z70V was just right.

 

The + adds just enough to a 15.4" that makes it perfect for graphic work I think.

 

Dell offers 15.4" laptops with WSXGA+ screens such as the Inspiron 6000, 8600, and Latitude D800, D810.

You can also try looking for regular aspect 14" laptop screens with SXGA+ (1400x1050). 15.4" widescreens are about the same height, just wider. I know Dell's 600m, D600, D610 and IBM's T4x laptops have the option for SXGA+.

You might know someone with a laptop at those resolutions. Not sure if I've ever seen a high resolution screen in a store like Best Buy, but I am in Canada and selection sucks up here.