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    Right choice?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by lled, Feb 14, 2008.

  1. lled

    lled Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello everyone,

    I recently purchased a Vostro 1500 with following specs

    Vostro 1500, Intel Core 2 Duo T5270, 1.4GHz, 800Mhz, 2M L2 Cache
    15.4 inch Wide Screen XGA LCD for Vostro 1500
    2GB, DDR2, 667MHz 2 DIMM
    128MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS
    120G 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
    Genuine Windows XP Home Edition, SP2
    Bluetooth
    Webcam
    2yr Warranty

    I would say that I got a pretty good deal...only paid $707 for it. :cool:

    Had one question about the processor though, the T5270/
    I will be using my laptop for light gaming, web surfing, programming, and movies.

    Will T5270 1.4Ghz be ok for me? Is it comparable to P4 2.6Ghz as far as performance is concered.

    I am still under Dell 21 day return policy so I was thinking about upgrading to Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7250 (2.0GHz/800Mhz FSB/2MB cache) [add $130]. Would it make a big difference? Is it worth it to pay extra $130?

    I will appreciate some help.
     
    lled, Feb 14, 2008
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  2. pixelot

    pixelot Notebook Acolyte

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    I'd shoot for somewhere in the middle.
     
    pixelot, Feb 14, 2008
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  3. SkeeteRX8

    SkeeteRX8 Notebook Deity

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    I would suggest upgrading to the T7250, or better yet, a T7300, it will make it MUCH more future-proof..
     
    SkeeteRX8, Feb 14, 2008
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  4. MAC5217

    MAC5217 Notebook Consultant

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    I would go with at least a t7500. The 4mb cache will make a difference. With anything lower, I don't think for what you intend to use the lappy for, it'll be a big difference.
     
    MAC5217, Feb 14, 2008
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