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    The Z63 has arrived

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by startech, May 25, 2005.

  1. startech

    startech Notebook Consultant

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    We have gotten in our first shipment of Z63's this morning. They are very nice.
    Definately a less expensive alternative to the W3 without much compromise.

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    Yeah, I noticed that last week... I dont' know if you got the Z33's yet, but they basically now have the same greyish tone.... it's a nice color for 2005.

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    So, get this, the Z63's say W3 on them. The upcoming batches will not.

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    Yeah, same here...... not a big deal.

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  5. startech

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    Yeah, no biggie, just kinda goofy.

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    Hmm, $500 to not have Bluetooth, aluminum, global warranty, and dedicated video – The “built on” is a future poor student’s lifesaver![ :)]

    Asus Z63A
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    Bluetooth
    Aluminum lid

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    I can't wait! I've already pre-ordered. Maybe I shouldn't have selected ground shipping, but I've already been waiting for months - what's a few more days?

    Other than the video card, what does the W3V have that the Z63A doesn't?

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  9. startech

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    Chrome accents.

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    Yeah.. some chrome... I'd hardly call that a feature, but it is another difference.

    The built on is only really going to be worth it if you don't need dedicated graphics........ and say you have a tight budget and need lower specs than what you'd get in the W3v.......

    I guess it's up to you, but it's only going to be worth it if:

    1. you dont' need that video
    2. you either want a maxed out configuration or a minimum configuration.

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    PROPortable, May 25, 2005
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