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    Rather dumb XPS model question

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by kabutar, Mar 17, 2009.

  1. kabutar

    kabutar Notebook Consultant

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    This is really silly, but what's the difference between the XPS m1330 and the Studio XPS 13?

    As far as I can tell the Studio has the new processor (am I correct in understanding that the m1330 doesn't?) and better graphics options... and the new design, backlit keyboard, etc - but it's also a pound heavier?

    I'm a little boggled by why it would be *heavier* of all things, and why have the new model instead of just putting the new components into the m1330 - is it sort of a blend between the lower end models and the XPS line? Will the XPS line be discontinued eventually or is a refresh expected, just further along in time?

    Also, Studio XPS 13 = Studio XPS 1340? Dumb I know but just making sure. :p

    Thanks :)
     
    kabutar, Mar 17, 2009
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  2. Breece

    Breece Notebook Consultant

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    Well the XPS 13 (official name) has a different body... The XPS 1340/M1340 was the unofficial name before the XPS13 was released afaik.
    As for the differences: Well you said it already.
     
    Breece, Mar 17, 2009
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  3. moose

    moose Notebook Evangelist

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    you will hardly notice the weight difference, i owned a m1330 with a 9cell now own a 1340 with a 9cell and theres not to much of a difference, the 1340 is a better built laptop in my eyes, but there are pros and cons of both
     
    moose, Mar 17, 2009
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  4. kabutar

    kabutar Notebook Consultant

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    Er... what do you mean by different body - what is the 1340 then?

    also - is there an XPS refresh expected at some point?

    thanks again. :)
     
    kabutar, Mar 17, 2009
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  5. nomik2

    nomik2 Notebook Geek

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    I think the XPS 13 is the replacement for the 1330.
     
    nomik2, Mar 19, 2009
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