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    Is this a good deal for the T420?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by SmoothTofu, Aug 6, 2011.

  1. SmoothTofu

    SmoothTofu Inspiron 1420 Owner

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    Hey guys, I'm wondering how you guys think of this T420 deal. I want to replace my old 1420 with a new laptop for university. This config costs CDN $843.16 tax included.

    Intel Core i5-2520M Processor (2.50GHz, 3MB L3, 1333MHz FSB) with Intel Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.2GHz
    Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit)
    14.0" HD+ LED backlight Anti-Glare (1600 x 900), with Wireless WAN Antenna
    720p Webcam/microphone
    Intel HD Graphics 3000 processor graphics with dynamic frequency
    2 GB PC3-10600 DDR3 (1 DIMM)
    UltraNav (TrackPoint and TouchPad) without Fingerprint Reader
    320GB Hard Disk Drive, 7200rpm
    DVD Recordable
    9 Cell 2.8Ah Li-Ion Battery
    Intel WiFi Link 1000
    1 Year Depot/Express Warranty

    Thanks!
     
    SmoothTofu, Aug 6, 2011
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  2. mangos47

    mangos47 Notebook Consultant

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    IMO unless you plan to upgrade to i7 later by yourself, T420i may save you some extra bucks. for i5 2410m & 4GBx1 ram, and rest same specced T420i, the current deal is around $720
     
    mangos47, Aug 7, 2011
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  3. fraushai

    fraushai Notebook Evangelist

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    Agreed. There isn't much difference between the i5 and i3, and the money is better spent in upgrading RAM or an SSD
     
    fraushai, Aug 7, 2011
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