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    Should I buy the XPS M1530 with the 1280x800 screen or not?

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by soulseeker, Jan 23, 2008.

  1. soulseeker

    soulseeker Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hey guys with the EPP discount now I can get the XPS M1530 for about 1700 CAD but ive been hearing about issues with the 1280X800 screen and it being grainy. Should I order the laptop with the 1440X900 screen instead? Are all 1280X800 screens having issues?
    If I order the higher end screen ill have to pay an extra 100 and Im trying to keep the cost low, please help me out.
     
    soulseeker, Jan 23, 2008
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    MAC5217 Notebook Consultant

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    MOST 1440x900 screens are the LG's. Which are perfect. I'd go with the 1440x900....the screen is beautiful. You will rarely see anyone with that resoulution have any complaints.
     
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    Oh that kinda sux cos I'll have to pay more now, are all 1280x800 screens bad? I thought what I could do is order the 1280 screen and then get it replaced if needed if it was that bad.
     
    soulseeker, Jan 23, 2008
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    nizzy1115 Notebook Prophet

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    The screen is not bad...Some people just like the higher resolution better.
     
    nizzy1115, Jan 23, 2008
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    Ok thanks nizzy, I think ill just get the 1280X800 screen then and save my 100 bucks :)
     
    soulseeker, Jan 23, 2008
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  7. sly

    sly m1530 owner!!!

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    get the 1280 by 800 . i have it and like it very much
     
    sly, Jan 23, 2008
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    Thanks for the info sly, much appreciated..the pics posted on notebook review comparing the screens make the screen look very dim though, I hope I can read the screen.lol
     
    soulseeker, Jan 23, 2008
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  9. kanehi

    kanehi Notebook Deity

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    Only you can decide what screen you like. People can recommend and each one has their favorites and you end up more confused.
     
    kanehi, Jan 23, 2008
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    Just took delivery mine yesterday with 1440x900 and it's bright, crisp, and gorgeous. No complaints at all!
     
    kboyer, Jan 23, 2008
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