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    Differences

    Discussion in 'HP' started by Khiamal, Jan 15, 2006.

  1. Khiamal

    Khiamal Notebook Guru

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    I realize that this is probably a stupid question, but what, exactly, is the difference between HP and Compaq, since I see references to there being identical models with different model numbers under their respective logos. I'm looking to upgrade (see my sig), and I'm a bit confused, especially since what appears to be an identically configured v5000 system is approximately $135 cheaper as a Compaq. :confused:
     
    Khiamal, Jan 15, 2006
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  2. miner

    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Using the search funtion helps. Check out these threads on the very same topic...
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=28522
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=34885
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=14405

    Basically they are both the same. The HP comes with a few extra multimedia features(like quickplay) and the designs are different. But underneath they use the same parts. The price usually keeps fluctuating, sometimes the Compaq is cheaper sometimes the HP is. cheaper
     
    miner, Jan 15, 2006
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