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    studio 15 1397 vs intell 5300 wireless difference?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by DRFP, Nov 1, 2009.

  1. DRFP

    DRFP Notebook Evangelist

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    Is there a big difference between the 1397 and intel 5300 wireless cards?

    A true difference?
     
    DRFP, Nov 1, 2009
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  2. Trottel

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    Not a whole lot, no.
     
    Trottel, Nov 1, 2009
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    There's a big difference if you have an 802.11n router, considering the Intel 5300 can connect to N, and the Dell 1397 (a rebranded Broadcom card) is limited to G. :p

    Then there's the antenna configuration. The 1397 is limited to 2x1, the 5300 can do 3x3, and thus can reach significantly higher connection speeds when paired with a capable router.
     
    Mastershroom, Nov 1, 2009
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