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    T420i for use to stream 1080p MKV to TV

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Fizzlewhisker, May 19, 2011.

  1. Fizzlewhisker

    Fizzlewhisker Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello,

    I just assembled a T420i on the Lenovo site and was curious as to whether or not this setup would be able so push 1080p MKVs and HD Netflix to my TV via DisplayPort-HDMI cable without issue. I think the processor an onboard GPU should be enough but want to make sure. Also make any recommendations you think might be better for me. Thanks!!! :)

    The reason I chose the i model is it will be used primarily for the psuedo-HTPC purpose. I will also take it with me to coffee shops and the like but I just live in Chrome and surf the web. i3-2310M should be more than enough, eh?

    Intel Core i3-2310M Processor (2.10GHz, 3MB L3)1
    Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 6412
    14.0 HD+ (1600 x 900) LED Backlit Anti-Glare Display, Mobile Broadband Ready
    Intel HD Graphics 3000
    4 GB DDR3 - 1333MHz (1 DIMM)8
    UltraNav with TrackPoint & touchpad
    500 GB Hard Disk Drive, 7200rpm4
    DVD recordable multiburner5
    9 cell Li-Ion Battery - 55++60
    No Bluetooth
    Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300 (3x3 AGN)10
    Integrated Mobile Broadband - Upgradable65
    4177: 1 Year Depot Warranty - TopSeller7


    I am also open to the IPS x220 but for some reason the issues people seem to be having on here scare me away a little. I am sure the T420 has issues too though.
     
    Fizzlewhisker, May 19, 2011
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  2. mohdfaris

    mohdfaris Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yup. I think, it's more than enough for what you want to do with it. I have T420 with i5 2410. Except the screen ratio, I'm pretty satisfied with my purchase.
     
    mohdfaris, May 19, 2011
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