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    4200 v. 5400 in dv1000?

    Discussion in 'HP' started by nrsolari, May 16, 2005.

  1. nrsolari

    nrsolari Newbie

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    Hey guys,

    If I plan on using the dv1000 at college for just things like MS Office, the internet, and other common apps, would I notice a huge difference in speed between the 4200 rpm hard drive and the 5400?

    Right now I have the model configured at 5400, but would I just be wasting $50 if this is all I plan on using it for?

    Thanks.

    As always,

    Nick
     
    nrsolari, May 16, 2005
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  2. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    You won't notice the speed aside from boot up and loading applications. For $50 I would do it though, since I don't like to wait ;)

    Brian

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    Brian, May 16, 2005
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  3. miner

    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Going from a 4200rpm to a 5400rpm is a huge jump and you will definately notice performance benefits like faster loading times and generally the whole user experience tends to be better.

    I would recommend the upgrade to a 5400rpm hdd since it would increase the performance and $50 may seem a lot but it is not that steep considering if you want ot upgrade later you'd end up paying twice as much.

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    miner, May 16, 2005
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  4. titaniummd

    titaniummd Notebook Deity

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    I also endorse the 5400 RPM drive. If I personally had to choose between a 100 GB 4200 or a 80 GB 5400. I would get the 5400 RPM drive anyday.

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  5. mooncusser

    mooncusser Notebook Enthusiast

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    My vote is for the 5400 rpm drive also. Got one in my new dv4000 and couldn't imagine going slower. You're trying to remove as many potential bottlenecks, even with a basic-use system. Getting a decent speed drive can be very important.
     
    mooncusser, May 17, 2005
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  6. GLO

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    Do you think that paying an extra A$60(US$40) to upgrade from 80gb 5400rpm to 100gb 5400rpm hdd is worthwhile?? :decision:
     
    GLO, Jul 18, 2005
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