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    Whats the difference between the Matte, Micro-Satin, Custom High Gloss finishes?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Yuumoya, Jan 11, 2008.

  1. Yuumoya

    Yuumoya Notebook Guru

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    Please could anyone tell me any differences between the 3 finishes.

    e.g. do they contribute to the durability of the laptop (less scratches, fingerprints), do they pad the laptop?

    Thanks in advance!
     
    Yuumoya, Jan 11, 2008
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    Matte - doesn't reflect light well.
    Microsatin - cloth-like, doesn't reflect much light.
    High Gloss - umm...high glossy.
     
    Lithus, Jan 11, 2008
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  3. Yuumoya

    Yuumoya Notebook Guru

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    heh, thanks for the info :D

    So, hmm it's not worth getting gloss/satin for +£30 ?
     
    Yuumoya, Jan 11, 2008
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  4. Arki

    Arki Super Moderator

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    It's your preference.

    Matte:
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    Micro-satin:
    [​IMG]

    High Gloss:
    [​IMG]
     
    Arki, Jan 11, 2008
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  5. Yuumoya

    Yuumoya Notebook Guru

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    Thanks for the pictures!

    Hmm, but are there any durability differences? Like is one more prone to damage than the others?
     
    Yuumoya, Jan 11, 2008
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  6. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    I would think the glossy finish would be the hardest to keep pristine.

    I've had no problems with my m1330 micro-satin finish and I've had it for 6-7 months now.
     
    Khris, Jan 11, 2008
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    psyllium Notebook Enthusiast

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    The only problem I've had with my microsatin finish is I got a ballpoint pen mark on it. Mine's red so it shows up pretty well :/ ... Maybe a dark colour would be recommended!
     
    psyllium, Jan 11, 2008
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  8. Khris

    Khris Yes I am better than you!

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    Try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser......with gentle force however.

    (If you have access to such an item)
     
    Khris, Jan 11, 2008
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  9. Yuumoya

    Yuumoya Notebook Guru

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    Hmm I think I'll go with Matte (no point getting the others for +£30 !)

    Thanks everyone for your replies!
     
    Yuumoya, Jan 12, 2008
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