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    New HP Core Due dv8000 and dv5000

    Discussion in 'HP' started by CHDinCT, Feb 28, 2006.

  1. CHDinCT

    CHDinCT Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just saw these new models on the hpshopping site while I was checking on my dv8000z order status. Versions of the 8000 and 5000 with Intel core duo processors and nvida graphics cards. Prices are noticably higher than for the AMD systems, which also seem to have jumped up about $200 as some have noticed.

    Unfortunately, HP doesn't have the spec's and options web pages set up yet so you can't actually configure one of these new babies.

    Chris (since I'm new here, this link may not be hot)

    http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/s...category=hp_pavilion&storeName=computer_store
     
    CHDinCT, Feb 28, 2006
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  2. Unreal

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    l didn't see Nvidia mentioned anywhere.
     
    Unreal, Feb 28, 2006
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  3. MGS2392

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    Scroll down the Specs page while you're on the general DV8000/DV5000 spec page (the one where they list both the "Z" and "T" models) and you'll see the "T" models use an NVidia Geforce Go 7400 128MB. The "Z" models (Turions) still have the Xpress 200M.
     
    MGS2392, Feb 28, 2006
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  4. CHDinCT

    CHDinCT Notebook Enthusiast

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    The new models are denoted with a T after the dv8000/5000. Here are the spec's on the dv8000t:

    Processor
    Intel® Core™ Duo processor up to T2500‡ (2.0 GHz)

    • Operating system
    Windows XP Home
    Windows XP Professional
    Windows XP Media Center

    • Memory speed
    533MHz DDR2 SDRAM

    • Graphics card
    NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7400 with 128MB of dedicated video memory

    • Hard drive
    Up to 240 GB 5400 RPM Serial ATA Dual Hard Drive

    • Communications
    Available Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network with Bluetooth
     
    CHDinCT, Feb 28, 2006
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  5. andrew11

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    Argh! When will HP notice that the Turion is a perfectly adept chip that needs the option of a good dedicated graphics card like the Nvidia!
     
    andrew11, Feb 28, 2006
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    It is indeed unfortunate that HP gives every single AMD notebook a low end ATi Xpress 200M. A Turion with a good dedicated GPU such as the X700 would be perfect for gaming. The DV8000z, for example, is a near perfect DTR destroyed by the Xpress 200M.
     
    MGS2392, Feb 28, 2006
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    There is no point to use Turion 64 with a underpower Vcard.
    My friend bought a 14'1 inch V2000Z with Turion64 and 200M. The battery life is pretty bad (1hr45min) and it is hot! Whats the point to use turion64 with 200M on a portable notebook?
     
    kylechanb, Feb 28, 2006
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  8. Unreal

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    That seems a little off..it should be like around 2:30.
     
    Unreal, Feb 28, 2006
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  9. MGS2392

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    That's very off. Also, the V2000z doesn't get hot, only warm. The only time I really noticed the heat was if it was left hibernating all day.
     
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  10. mach_zero

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    I may be missing something in plain sight but I don't see them. I did, however, see a link for the ze2000t??? But when I clicked on it it said "Unable to display the series page. Your request could not be completed. To visit the HP Home & Home Office Store home page, please click here."
    A budget Core Duo or Core Solo, perhaps?
     
    mach_zero, Feb 28, 2006
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    Ah, they do show up when you click the "Compare by useage" button, but don't list any specs. Hm.
     
    mach_zero, Feb 28, 2006
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  12. pNin01

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    You need to go to the APP Home page to see them. I don't think they are at the regular Home store. Plus, there is a Compaq Core Duo v5000t.
     
    pNin01, Feb 28, 2006
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  13. mach_zero

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    Oops. Missed that part of the conversation, hehe. :eek:
     
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  14. pNin01

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    Well, I don't think anyone mentioned it yet. ;P
     
    pNin01, Feb 28, 2006
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  15. mach_zero

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    Doh, you're right. I was thinking of the "What happened to the prices?" thread I had just been reading previously where APP was mentioned. Man, getting old sucks. I can't even remember where I parked my car half the time anymore.... :p
     
    mach_zero, Feb 28, 2006
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    Would a dual core with better video card have a better battery life (12 cell) then my maxed out dv5000?
     
    segadc, Mar 1, 2006
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    Nope. The better GPU alone will reduce battery life.
     
    brianstretch, Mar 1, 2006
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    i just bought the new HP DV 8235nr Laptop..It freezes on Battery power...and blue screens intermitently...anyone have any ideas..im going nuts!
     
    jimjim, May 14, 2006
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