Battle of Vostro's VS Inspiron's

What you think is better/quality? Which one you prefer? What will you buy?

Is it Vostro or Inspiron??

1. Vostro

2. Inspiron

Which give you more for less?

3. Vostro

4. Inspiron

 

A battle isn't necessary.

Do your research with the posts already here and you'll find out what suits your needs. A summary from all the posts here include, a Vostro has a cheaper price for a low-end system, while an Inspiron has a cheaper price for middle system.

 

I'd expect the Vostro to have a better build quality (Business class), While the Inspiron would give you more "Bang for the buck."

 

idk about the better build quality-i mean they're basically mirror images...maybe that's something they want you to think at least? either way they're both a good value. It all depends on the current deals and your particular build.

 

They're identical in terms of build quality...

Latitudes are the better business notebooks.

 

From Dell's website, Vostro appears to have a sturdier chassis with magnesium alloy.

 

vostros are cheaper if they are under 1k. there was no way i could configure an inspiron with a 8600gt for under $800.

 

Inspiron also has an magnesium alloy chasis.

 

Inspiron all the way.

Much more bang for the buck, and they've always been reliable.

 

Well there is no way I could have gotten what I got in my 1400 in a 1420 for the same price...plus all black looks sexy! As far as build quality...idk they are probably the same...

 

They are the same thing.

 

This poll is awful.

 

There isn't one. They are identical. Maybe you should make this a color poll instead? Vostro's are black?? :S

 

I partially fixxed the poll. It is kind of pointless and asks the wrong question. But I will leave it as is.

 

Look here for the end-all answer:

- If you are looking for a cheap 15" laptop that lets you do day-to-day stuff, Pick Vostro.
- If you are looking for mid-level 15" laptop that lets you play older games too, pick vostro.
- If you are looking for game-playing 15", pick inspiron (use coupon).
- If you are looking for 17" anything, pick inspiron (use coupon).

 

My 1520 was like $400 cheaper with coupons then if I'd buy a vos right now.

What? They are the same thing.

What? They are the same thing.

Your end all answer should be whatever gives the better deal, like colored lid or black case, or business end support vs home.

 

You clearly fall into the 3rd category, you have a t7500 with 8600GT.

A cheap computer "type" that lets you do day-to-day stuff IS NOT YOUR COMPUTER.

You can get a vostro for 599 with the SMART BUY option which covers category 1 and category 2. Try to build me an inspiron for that price and with the same spec.

 

Same machine with different color, support options and price.

 

What? Hell yes a battle is necessary. Only an antivostrite would suggest otherwise.

 

I'm not going to argue over low-end, budget Dell systems.

 

You´re right. I think that basically they are the same, the thing is that the inspiron comes in colors and thats what you pay for. But they are both great for a low-end budget. PS. i own an Inspiron 1420 White Alpine and im thrilled with it.

 

They're identical - just comes down to aesthetics.

But Vostro all the way as it's cheaper for the same thing! Still makes me chuckle - I'll live without the coloured lid

 

Agreed. While on the subject of comparisons. Does the Vostro 1000 have anything in common with other Dell Models? My wife is impressed with my 1500 and we may pick up a Vostro 1000 as a budget option. (or perhaps a 1400)

 

Even though I just bought the Inspiron, I had heard from 1 person that Vostro support center is in the U.S. with real, honest to goodness, English-speaking Americans while Inspiron support center is somewhere in India with Indians being taught how to speak like Americans.

Can anyone confirm this?

 

In the UK the Business Call Center is in India as well as the Home.
Forgot to mention the warranty - Next Business Day On-Site is so much better, no being without the machine and as it's Small Business they seem to want to help a little more.

So, cheaper with better standard warranty for the identical machine (apart from aesthetic touches) - He heh, love it. When I purchased mine an Identical 1720 was £1003 and I paid £793 for my 1700 with a better standard warranty (NBD Onsite as opposed to RTB).

 

If a "low-end" system is something that can cut through Photoshop like butter, come with more LG screens than not, and run most current games like BioShock, then I can report that I am VERY happy with my "low-end" Vostro 1500.

 

"""Even though I just bought the Inspiron, I had heard from 1 person that Vostro support center is in the U.S. with real, honest to goodness, English-speaking Americans while Inspiron support center is somewhere in India with Indians being taught how to speak like Americans.
Can anyone confirm this?"""

That's correct oxon, atleast in my experience, I have contacted Vostro support twice and both agents were Americans.