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    Desicions...Desicions...........

    Discussion in 'HP' started by SupraSkylineSTI, Jul 11, 2004.

  1. SupraSkylineSTI

    SupraSkylineSTI Notebook Geek

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    This is my first post so I'm kinda new at this, but I have a question. I know that AMD 64 is like the top of the line for a CPU in Graphics, but I was wondering whether the Compaq R3000z series with a AMD 64 Proccessor with a 64MB NVIDIA GeForce Graphics card is better than the Compaq R3000t series with a Intel Pentium 4 processor and a 128MB ATI Mobility Radeon 9600. Ill be using the Laptop for mainly gaming, editing photos, and surfing the web.
    I'm lookin for which one would have better graphics. [} :)]

    When someone annoys you it takes 42 muscles to frown about it but it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and punch the crap out of them
     
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    SupraSkylineSTI Notebook Geek

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    Which would have a better battery life ? I understand the AMD 64 extends battery life, would the Intel Pentium laptop go at least 3 hours without charging[?]

    When someone annoys you it takes 42 muscles to frown about it but it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and punch the crap out of them
     
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  3. Run1track

    Run1track Notebook Deity

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    I would think that the 128mb graphics card machine would have better graphics.

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    Run1track, Jul 11, 2004
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  4. Run1track

    Run1track Notebook Deity

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    Check these out:

    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1759,1601357,00.asp

    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1759,1579098,00.asp

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    Alas, that rules out the R3000z. The GeForce 440 Go is a 3-year-old chip, think 440MX on the desktop. Very stupid choice for HP to make.

    It doesn't quite fit your $ limit, but check the Acer Ferarri 3200. See the Acer forum here. Also check the eMachine M6800 series but be wary of the hinge cracking problems some people have been having.

    The only HP gaming notebook I'd consider would be the zd7000 with GeForce 5700, but it still bugs me that you have to settle for a 32-bit Intel CPU. Other than the inferior CPU, very cool.

    Don't forget the option of swapping in your own HD. Many of us zv5000z/R3000z users have swapped in 60GB Hitachi 7200RPM drives, since HP hasn't seen fit to sell us anything faster than 4200RPM Hitachis.
     
    brianstretch, Jul 11, 2004
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  6. SupraSkylineSTI

    SupraSkylineSTI Notebook Geek

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    So, the R3000T series would be the on to go with ?

    When someone annoys you it takes 42 muscles to frown about it but it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and punch the crap out of them
     
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    Now I face another problem. I have no idea what notebook to pick ![ :(!] Im lookin for a notebook with 512 memory ( or more ) 100 GB hard drive, which is now available for some hp/compaq laptops, long battery life ( at least 3 hours), a good graphics card ( no less than 64 MB), and it has to cost less than $1800.[^] And it should play some of the latest games like BF1942 and other FPS


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  8. artem1985il

    artem1985il Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    <blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by SupraSkylineSTI
     
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  9. mathlete2001

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    The inspiron 8600 fits those specs really well, I get about 4 hours of life on mine. The pentium M does just fine for gaming, but it does lack 64 bit capability.

    GPU cooling (100°C->75°C)* Inspiron 8600 * 1.8ghz Pentium M * 128 MB Radeon 9600 Pro Turbo (337/242 -> 400/300) * 2x256 MB DDR2700 SDRAM * Aquamark 3: 24058 * 3DMark'03: 3404 * 3DMark'01 SE: 13120
     
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  10. SupraSkylineSTI

    SupraSkylineSTI Notebook Geek

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    All I have is one more question, (Don't worry its the last.[ :p]) How much time does the battery go without recharging on the Z3000t ? [?][?][?]


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  11. Run1track

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    The Acer Ferrari isnt too pricey. Check it out:
    http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=10358349&loc=101&sp=1

    If you shop around the net I bet you can find it for cheaper too.
    It doesnt have the 100gig harddrive however.

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  12. SupraSkylineSTI

    SupraSkylineSTI Notebook Geek

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    Acers a little slow though..... I might find a laptop on Ebay [ :D]
    Because You Can Do It EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEBay [^]

    When someone annoys you it takes 42 muscles to frown about it but it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and punch the crap out of them
     
    SupraSkylineSTI, Jul 12, 2004
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    Theres nothing on the dumb Ebay site...........
    I guess im goin with the R3000T Then ........ Here are the specs...
    Tell me if they're anygood ([} :)])
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    Processor Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 3.00 GHz w/HT Technology

    Operating System Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Professional

    Memory 1.0GB DDR SDRAM (2x512MB)

    Hard Drive 100 GB 4200 RPM Hard Drive

    Primary CD/DVD Drive DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive

    Networking FREEUpgradeto54g(TM) Broadcom 802.11b/g WLAN !!

    Display 15.4" WXGA Widescreen (1280x800)

    Graphics Card 128MB ATI Mobility Radeon(TM) 9600

    Productivity Software Microsoft(R) Works/Money

    Primary Battery 12 Cell Lithium Ion Battery

    Removable Storage Built in Bay w/USB Digital Drive and 128MB

    [ :)][ :D][8D][:I][ :p][} :)][ ;)][ :eek:)][8]

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  14. artem1985il

    artem1985il Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    <blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by SupraSkylineSTI
     
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  15. SupraSkylineSTI

    SupraSkylineSTI Notebook Geek

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    Whats the student discount ? And will the 4200 rpm hardrive slow mr dow a bit ????? The total for that was about $1800, fits my budget perfectly !

    [ :)][ :D][8D][:I][ :p][} :)][ ;)][ :eek:)][B)][8][ :(][8)][:0][ :(!][xx(][|)][:X][^][V][?]

    When someone annoys you it takes 42 muscles to frown about it but it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and punch the crap out of them
     
    SupraSkylineSTI, Jul 13, 2004
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  16. Quikster

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    the student discount information is available at the bottom of look here before you buy sticky at the top of the HP section.

    zx5000 :: 2.4M :: 512 DDR :: 40gb 4200 RPM HD :: 15.4" :: Radeon 9600 Mobilty M10 :: Aquamark3 22,856
     
    Quikster, Jul 14, 2004
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