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    9-cell battery size

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Terbo, Nov 3, 2009.

  1. Terbo

    Terbo Notebook Consultant

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    Is the 9-cell battery larger than the 6-cell? ie. does it stick out the back?
     
    Terbo, Nov 3, 2009
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    theburnsta Newbie

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    Yes it is larger, but it doesn't stick out the back, it sticks out at the bottom. There are pros and cons to this.

    Pro: Angles the computer which makes for easier typing when sitting on a desk/table

    Con: less comfortable when sitting on ur lap, as more pressure is applied to your legs where the battery is. This is also kind of a pro as it allows for better airflow...

    I'd advise getting the 9-cell. I love mine, and think its definitely worth the extra cash.

    A google image search for "dell studio 9 cell" will bring up a picture of a red XPS, the battery on the studio's are the same design
     
    theburnsta, Nov 3, 2009
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  3. tbweems

    tbweems Notebook Guru

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    Personally, the only drawback to the 9 cell is the added weight (but when the whole thing weighs so much, is it really an appreciable difference?). It does stick out the bottom, but I love it having a "foot." It's basically a built-in stand. It's more comfortable on the table AND in the lap. The only issue is that it could possibly not fit well in some bags. But I get 4 hours of battery life fairly easily.
     
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    CaCHooKa Man Notebook Guru

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  5. Terbo

    Terbo Notebook Consultant

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    Someone mentioned to me that the 6-cell and 9-cell were the same size. Thanks for clearing the air. Rep'd!
     
    Terbo, Nov 4, 2009
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  6. sparhawk909

    sparhawk909 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Those are from 2005-2007 era Inspirons (i.e 6000/6400/9300 etc). My Inspiron 6400 had a 9-cell battery and it is exactly the same size and dimension as a 6-cell battery. The only difference is weight of course.
     
    sparhawk909, Nov 4, 2009
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  7. jackwuyuan

    jackwuyuan Newbie

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    Look The Studio
    The 6 Cell And 9 Cell Images
    6 Cell Dell Studio 15
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    9 Cell Dell Studio 15
    [​IMG]

    I think Diffrent Model ,The Battery is Very Diffrent From 6 Cell And 9 Cell.
     
    jackwuyuan, Nov 18, 2009
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  8. freeman

    freeman Notebook Deity

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    Another pro for the 9cell battery is that because it's sticking out the bottom, it raise the bottom and get better airflow.
     
    freeman, Nov 18, 2009
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  9. Simpler=Better

    Simpler=Better Notebook Consultant

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    I love the 9 9 cell on my Studio 17. It really doesn't make the laptop any less portable, and the extra runtime is definitely worth it.
     
    Simpler=Better, Nov 18, 2009
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