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    Inspiron 1520 Screen resolution question

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by illmatic2609, Jun 28, 2007.

  1. illmatic2609

    illmatic2609 Notebook Deity

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    Will 1680x1050 be too big of a resolution for the 15.4" screen? I really like 1440x900 but because of the percentage discounts, the 1680x1050 isn't much more money.
     
    illmatic2609, Jun 28, 2007
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    Notebook Solutions Company Representative NBR Reviewer

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    For a 15.4" screen, I think that 1680x1050 is just too small. Especially if you are a gamer, which means you cannot run things at native resolution.

    1440x900 is an ideal resolution. Lower resolutions also have better response times, but this doesnt count always.

    You made a good choise. Nice notebook, congrats. :)
     
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    Hambone Notebook Consultant

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    My Samsung SyncMaster is 20" and its 1680x1050. 15" with 1680x1050? Dam lol you must need a magnifying glasses for that.
     
    Hambone, Jun 28, 2007
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    Alright, good. I really liked the 1440x900 resolution on my friend's monitor, but since it wasn't too much more money to upgrade to 1680 I just wanted to ask. Thanks for the info....you confirmed exactly what I thought myself.

    @Notebook Solutions: It's really my brother's notebook, but he told me to choose his for him. That is actually how I ended up at NBR.....I'm glad I did, too. I have been waiting to play a lot of games and I'll finally get the chance to do that....until he leaves :p
     
    illmatic2609, Jun 28, 2007
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    I wish more laptops offered 1440x900 on a 15.4" screen.
     
    swarmer, Jun 28, 2007
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