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    HP Pavillon dv3500t or dv3510nr

    Discussion in 'HP' started by yinloung, Oct 15, 2008.

  1. yinloung

    yinloung Notebook Guru

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    It's been on us HP websit for a while and I live in Canada. I read that some people have bought the dv3510nr and some people might already have the dv3500t. Care giving me a review? Best is we could compare the dv3500t to the dv3510nr, bought at BestBuy, because I'm thinking of getting either one when its available in Canada.
    Thank You.
     
    yinloung, Oct 15, 2008
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  2. jim_0068

    jim_0068 Notebook Consultant

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    They are the same computer with different specs, ideally you should be able to configure the Best Buy version on HP's website except it won't be the same color. However Best Buy's version should be cheaper.

    I would recommend on what specs you need and if the Best Buy version supports that. I think the base model on HP's website is $999 and Best Buy's is $1199 however the Best Buy version already has a 2 year warranty over HP's base model 1 year not to mention the other "upgrades" it has. I haven't priced it out but i would think the Best Buy version will get you more for your moeny
     
    jim_0068, Oct 15, 2008
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  3. yinloung

    yinloung Notebook Guru

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    What I really want is a full review.

    Specially an extensive one that includes

    -Battery life with 3-cell and 6-cell batterie.
    -Screen quality - Whether its bright enough to be viewed under sunlight and is it bright enough to display good colors. I work in the design field and I need to see the good colors.
    -Process speed. I often have several Adobe softwares ( Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash) and some other design softwares open at once. If the computer cannot handle that smoothly, then it's not good for me.
    -Durability. I will often transport the notebook everywhere. If it's not sturdy enough, than it's not good. Imagine taht I have to transport my notebook from home to school, then from one peer to another in class and about everywhere. Most important would probably be a sturdy screen without wobbles and a good sturdy keyboard.

    I once owned an Asus G1 and the fact that is was heavy, big, and built quality wasn't decent enough for portability. The screen wobbled, the flew around the keyboard is somewhat big and some other issues. I sold it and I looked at the Asu u6v. It's a good laptop but it didnt attract me much....was happy that HP released a new mobile notebook...but I need a review to make a choice.
     
    yinloung, Oct 15, 2008
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  4. jim_0068

    jim_0068 Notebook Consultant

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    The laptop is very new and not many have it, you are going to wait for reviews.
     
    jim_0068, Oct 16, 2008
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    Infamous22 Notebook Deity

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    I have owned HP laptops for several years now. Durability is different for each person. My notebooks are used for everything. I have toted them around in a case and without a case. Obviously, they will sustain a scratch or two, but they have never succumbed to my beatings.

    The processor (Centrino 2- C2D T9600) on my DV7T performs extraordinarily well. There is very little to no flex on the keyboard and the screen is very stable. The current HP notebooks are very solid and sturdy by my definitions.

    If the DV3500 comes with the option to have non-infinity, TAKE IT! The Infinity display increases the glare from light.
     
    Infamous22, Oct 16, 2008
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  6. jim_0068

    jim_0068 Notebook Consultant

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    LOL...looks like your decision has already been made for you. HP has removed the dv3500t from their website.
     
    jim_0068, Oct 26, 2008
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    pilotsnoopy Notebook Geek

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    pilotsnoopy, Oct 27, 2008
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  8. mujjuman

    mujjuman Notebook Deity

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    why??!! they dont make it anymore?
     
    mujjuman, Oct 27, 2008
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