Inspiron 1520 or Vostro 1500?

My friend is thinking of getting either a Vostro 1500 or Inspiron 1520.
Online configurations and price for both are roughly the same.

Is there a difference between the two in terms of chassis construction?

On Dell's website, the Vostro features magnesium-alloy exterior, spill proof keyboard and shock absorber technology. Theres no mention of this on the Inspiron?

Specs:

Vostro 1500

Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 1.8GHz, 2mb 800MHz FSB
Windows XP Professional SP2
15.4" XGA TFT with TrueLife (1280x800)
Bazel without Camera
2GB DDR2 SDRam Memory
120GB (5400rpm) SATA Hard Drive
8X DVD+/-RW with CDRW Combo Drive
Nvidia Geforce 8600M GT 256MB DDR2
Intel Pro/Wireless 3945 Dual Band Minicard 802.11a/g
Dell Wireless 355 Bluetooth
6 Cell Battery
Dell S&P Carrying Case (free)
McAfee 15 months security centre software (free)
Remote Control Panel
2 year CompleteCover
Total: $1200

Insprion 1520

Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 2.0GHz, 2mb 800MHz FSB
Windows Vista Home Basic
15.4" WXGA+ with TrueLife (1440x900)
Black Color Kit with no camera
2GB DDR2 SDRam Memory
160GB (5400rpm) SATA Hard Drive
8X DVD+/-RW with CDRW Combo Drive
Nvidia Geforce 8600M GT 256MB DDR2
Intel Pro/Wireless 3945 Dual Band Minicard 802.11a/g
Dell Wireless 355 Bluetooth
6 Cell Battery
No Case
McAfee 15 months security centre software (free)
Remote Control Panel
2 years CompleteCover
Total: $1195

It seems to be a no brainer the Insprion has better specs and costs less. Which would you prefer?

 

If you use the search function of this form you’ll find your answer . There are more than enough threads discussing this topic.

 

they are exactly the same construction. the insprions are the alloy case as well and spill proof (sealed) keyboard too.

 

If you have nothing to say then don't post.

 

Thank you!

 

To be simple:
The Vostros are repainted Inspirons
Here I'll list them like this:
Vostro 1700 = Inspiron 1720
1500 = 1520
1400 = 1420
1000 = 1501

 

Vostro if you intend on making a deal.

 

I was just pointing out that this was discussed many times before; therefore if you searched a little you can find what you were looking fore. SEARCH IS THERE FOR A REASON !

Since you are too lazy to search or have no idea what search is for this is what I meant :
Vostro 1500 more durable than Inspiron 1520?
Inspiron 1520 vs Vostro 1500 build quality
There are plenty of more threads like that.. so why create a new one ??

 

Those existing threads answered some of my questions but not all. I did put up a poll for a reason (with the specs mentioned) and I want to obtain opinions from other users.
If everyone was like you and searched everything to the last detail there wouldn't be any new posts would there?

Btw, the second link you posted "Inspiron v Vostro Build quality", if you haven't noticed, I did post there as well asking a question but I got no answers.

 

I think you can configure the Inspiron for cheaper than that.... try the new $425 off $1399 coupon.

 

you on,y get charged the restock fee if its either after the 21 days policy or if you simply just decide you dont want it.. but ........ there could always be something wrong with it (if you get my drift) if you simply just didnt like it then they dont charge a restock fee inside of the 21 days.

right now if you are adding a lot def get the inspiron with the 325 or 425 off coupon it will be better price unless you are buying a base model then get a vostro and it will be cheaper. they are exactly the same minus the color
yes ive owned both now