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    XPS1210- 120GB 5400RPM vs 100GB 7200RPM

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by solideyex, Feb 14, 2007.

  1. solideyex

    solideyex Notebook Enthusiast

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    For video editing (adobe premiere pro), which choice would be better to go with?

    Thanks in advance :)
     
    solideyex, Feb 14, 2007
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  2. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    I’d get a 7200 if the price is good. Or get a smaller 5400 disk from DELL and upgrade it later yourself, that is generally the cheapest way to get a 7200 disk.

    I think you’ll notice a considerable performance boost especially in video editing.
     
    PhoenixFx, Feb 14, 2007
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  3. PCModifiers

    PCModifiers Notebook Consultant

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    7200RPM (mind you battery life is a bit less but the performance gains are pretty big)
     
    PCModifiers, Feb 14, 2007
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  4. man.exe

    man.exe Newbie

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    I use Pro Tools and Edius Pro.

    I went for the 7200RPM when I ordered my M1210.
     
    man.exe, Feb 14, 2007
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    iPPi Notebook Consultant

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    I think it's worth getting the 7200rpm.
     
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    You might consider the slower drive and get an external 7200 rpm. That could give the best of both worlds of battery life and performance.

    anyway it's recommended to have a dedicated physical drive for video editing anyways...
     
    brianluce, Feb 14, 2007
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  7. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    I don't see how having 2 drives run at once can increase battery life, USB drive also draws power from the notebook too you know ;). Ok maybe you meant when its disconnected.... :p

    Yes I agree
     
    PhoenixFx, Feb 14, 2007
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  8. benna

    benna Notebook Evangelist

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    with the 7200 is there any great gain in performance, coz i cant find any 7200RPM m1210's here in market.....
     
    benna, Feb 15, 2007
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