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    R50e vs Z60m

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by drhedberg, Dec 18, 2005.

  1. drhedberg

    drhedberg Newbie

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    I'm looking for a notebook for my business. I've decided I want a Thinkpad and the R50e is only 799 through newegg and Z60m is only 999 direct. Is the R50e sufficient just for business purposes? Any other Thinkpad models in this price range you recommend?
     
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  2. mliu

    mliu Notebook Consultant

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    z60 is alot sexier...
     
    mliu, Dec 18, 2005
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  3. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    What are the machine types?
     
    ZaZ, Dec 18, 2005
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  4. dr_st

    dr_st Notebook Deity

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    I agree with zazonz that more detailed specs are needed, but in generally, unless widescreen form factor is a problem, I'd go for the Z60m. R50e is an ultra-budget model, it lacks various features present on other R-series.
     
    dr_st, Dec 19, 2005
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  5. JiantBrane

    JiantBrane Notebook Evangelist

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    You just won't get the Z60M until February by my guess.

    Howie
     
    JiantBrane, Dec 19, 2005
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    ExJxC Notebook Consultant

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    I believe it. Mine says it is back ordered and expected to ship February 2. I customized everything through the student program so I expected it to take a while and they did warren me it would be 4-6 weeks.
     
    ExJxC, Dec 19, 2005
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