X201 vs T410s

Narrowed it down to these two, how would you guys rate these.

The X201 has a smaller screen, I think but lighther than the 410s?
The S is much thinner but heavier I beleive, and has the graphics.

So which would you guys choose?

 

I don't think anyone can give you a proper answer, unless you state what you will be using the laptop for and whether you have specific preferences in terms of i.e. battery life, resolution, need for optical drive, etc.

 

i got the T400s and X200, which are the superseded model of the X201 and T410s.

This depends on what you want to do with the machine. X20x machines work great if you are space constrained, where a full size laptop like the 14 inch T410s is too big dimensionally.

While, the T410s is a great product, if you are are not space constrained in your work environment and just wants a light but fully featured laptop.

-Also, with the Optimus technology (if you get the latest Nvidia model T410s) supports up to 4 LCD (1 has to be the internal LCD) with the dock 3 plus. So this is something to think about if you need it.

-T410s has displayport on the laptop itself, in addition to the usb/eSATA combo port, which are not present on the X201 (displayport is obtainable using the X200 Ultrabase).

-Working long hr on the T410s is a breeze and extremely comfortable. On the X20x laptops, the small screen size does hurt your eye a little after around 3hrs of continuous use.

-X201 with 9 cells battery can get you around 6 to 7 hrs of usage (probably a bit more if you manage it properly), while the T410s with 6 cells can give you around 3 hrs with optimus graphics activated.

-T4x0s use a 1.8 inch hdd, which restrains your upgrade path, as compared to the 2.5 inch hdd used in the X20x.

Finally the T4x0s has a ultrabay slim slot on the machine itself, which means you can add a second hdd to the laptop (this may appeal to certain customer base).

 

Dont get either and wait for refreshed T/X series, they are not that far away

 

The T410s is seriously constrained with respect to battery lifetime and configurability. With such battery weakness, the T410s ends up being used at the desk - what's the point, then? The user is better served by buying a T410, which is less expensive, more capable and readily upgradeable.

The X201, on the other hand, represents a different class of notebook altogether. It has smaller footprint, weighs less, and can be equipped with either 6-cell or 9-cell battery that offers roughly 6 hours or 9 hours of mobile, unplugged use.

If an X201 was your only machine, you would dock it at your desk and connect it to a larger external display to relieve your eyes.

In my office, we have T400, T500, T410, T410s, T510, W510, X200, X201... We scratch our heads every time we look at a T410s.

 

Is there any more info about the refresh?

 

what refresh are you referring to?

 

The one that vēer divined is in our future.

 

People hate on the battery life of the T4x0s too much. Yes, it's not all day computing like the X20x but the machine has a different function purpose. It's nearly on par with any 6 celled T400/T410. And with the ultra bay it puts it squarely between a 6 cell and 9 cell. 77wH isn't bad though for that form factor. the 9 cells are what.. 93, 94 wh? Then for a regular T to have the advantage you would need a 9 cell, and that kills all form factor advantages. You can't have it all!

Which you prefer really does depend on the purpose of the laptop like lead said.

If you don't have another laptop or desktop, I strongly suggest the T4x0s. I Although the X20x is powerful enough to function as an everyday computer, the small screen and fewer key connectivity options, as well as the short palmrest make it difficult to use if it's your ONLY machine. My 2 cent. I have a 400s as my only laptop and currently only computer. It does everything I need it to, last as long as I need i to (back to back classes or an evening studying) on battery, with out breaking my back or shoulders when I carry it around.

The regular 400 is fatter, not as well built and doesn't offer anything except more battery life and a 2.5" HDD.

The main reasons I didn't stay with the X200 as a main use computer was because of the limited 1280x800 res and lack of ESATA. Also I wanted a 2 spindle system. Docking whenever I need more screen real estate is a pain. I would rather use a 1440x900 on a couch than be forced to plug in at my desk just so I can see normally.

 

oh the future T/X refreshes that Veer was talking about... okay i get it..

 

Im going for the 410s, because of theform factor slightly larger screen
Battery life is adequate, and since it is my only computer.. better on the eyes..

 

If it is your only computer I think that's the right choice. I had an X200 as my main computer for a while, and switched to the T400s because the X200 was just too small. It grew uncomfortable/frustrating after more than a couple hours of studying/typing on it. Smaller screen + lower res, if your a touch pad person, it's either not there or has a super small one, and the biggest annoyance for me persnally was the short palmrest. I hated having to hang my palms/wrists off the edge of the laptop when typing for long periods of time. With the 400, you have a generous touchpad/palmrest area. I get about 3-4 hours on average with just the primary battery on my T400s. With the ultrabay I get 5 easily, and consistently.

 

Can someone tell me why I would need the switchable graphics, for normal use..I dont realy play games except for playing Netflix movies. Would switchable graphics give me a better movie quality?

Thanks

 

no, the switchable graphics won't improve your movie viewing experiences as such, unless you watch multiple FHD movies at once.

If you don't play games or do anything GPU intensive, then i suggest you go with integrated GPU. Intel 4500 MHD and later, can do native FHD movie decoding.

 

Yes, plus the integrated graphics will up your battery life quite a bit compared to dedicated.

 

If you get the nvidia optimus version then automatically get the switchable
Graphics capability.