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    to m1330 owners/to-be owners - anyone got the CCFL screen?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by DJ_sAmMy, Aug 6, 2007.

  1. DJ_sAmMy

    DJ_sAmMy Notebook Enthusiast

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    because we don't have it in hong kong so i got the CCFL screen. i'm just wondering if other brands are all using CCFL and whats the main difference between CCFL and LED except its lighter and more efficient?
     
    DJ_sAmMy, Aug 6, 2007
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  2. KelchM

    KelchM Notebook Evangelist

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    The vast majority of laptops use CCFL backlighting. The only exceptions are a model or two made by sony, the m1330, the 15" MBP and several other lesser known models.
     
    KelchM, Aug 6, 2007
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  3. zadillo

    zadillo Notebook Virtuoso

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    One of the other benefits of LED-backlighting is that it generally won't fade/dim over time nearly as much - if you take a look at a 3 or 4 year old laptop and compare it to when it is new, you'll notice it being noticeably dimmer, etc.

    So people who buy XPSM1330's right now should still expect their screens to be pretty bright and vibrant for a much longer period.

    -Zadillo
     
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    caveman017 Notebook Consultant

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    Wow, I guess I would never need the LED backlight then. I dont keep my laptops for more then a year (sell a few weeks before warranty is up)
     
    caveman017, Aug 6, 2007
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    zadillo Notebook Virtuoso

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    Well, that's not the only reason. You'll still get the benefits of it while using it (battery life savings, crisper more evenly lit screen, etc.).

    And also, having the LED-backlit screen will probably help its resale value, so you'll probably get more back when you sell it. Especially as LED-backlighting becomes more common, and becomes an expected feature on laptops.
     
    zadillo, Aug 6, 2007
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