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    WXGA vs. WXGA LED?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by glindawantsme17, Apr 7, 2009.

  1. glindawantsme17

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    I was customizing a ThinkPad SL and they had the option of a WXGA screen or a WXGA LED for the same price. What's the difference and why would they be the same price?
     
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  2. Johnny T

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    Different back light technology. One is lit by CCFL light the other by LED. The LED one is brighter (no necessarily a need), and also consumes less power.
     
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    I'd even pay more for an LED.
     
    JohnnyFlash, Apr 8, 2009
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    If they are the same price, I would choose LED since LED is typically better CCFL.
     
    sgogeta4, Apr 8, 2009
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    Yep, LED will get you slightly better battery life, quite a bit more brightness, and will power on ("warm up") much quicker than the standard CCFL. They also happen to be thinner (although not all LED screen laptops will have a thin screen, sometimes manufacturer like to have thick screen casing to enhance durability). LED is quickly replacing CCFL, so you'll also have a better resale value. I would go for the upgrade if the cost is nominal ($100 or less).
     
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  6. glindawantsme17

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    They cost exactly the same. There's a $0 next to it.
     
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    I'd hit up the LED if I were you. Better investment for sure.
     
    Convoluted, Apr 8, 2009
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  8. glindawantsme17

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    Good deal. Thanks everyone.
     
    glindawantsme17, Apr 8, 2009
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    you could go for the CCFL to make a statement and impress glinda
     
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    She likes her diodes.
     
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    The LED is better in my opinion, there is a big difference with the lighting benefits..
     
    stevezachtech, Apr 16, 2009
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