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    X220 Replacement Screen?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by arekieh, Sep 24, 2011.

  1. arekieh

    arekieh Notebook Guru

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    Hi guys,
    I did a quick search but couldnt come up with much.

    Im looking into getting a custom screen for my x220 w/ higher resolution (HD or FHD?).

    I currently have the IPS screen which is pretty nice but after checking out a vaio z recently I would love to get a higher res screen.

    Does anyone know where I can get one or get more info on getting one/swapping one in?

    Thanks
     
    arekieh, Sep 24, 2011
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  2. MidnightSun

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    The biggest problem is finding a 12.5" HD+ or FHD screen. As far as I know, no panel manufacturer currently makes such a panel. Another concern is that even if you find such a panel, you'd need to make sure the connectors are compatible with that of the X220 (it's not standardized).
     
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  3. arekieh

    arekieh Notebook Guru

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    Thats depressing :(.
    I was set on buying a Vaio Z for the FHD screen but after using it the keyboard and trackpad are dealbreakers for me. Especially at that pricepoint.

    I just cant give up the lenovo keyboard + trackpoint.
     
    arekieh, Sep 24, 2011
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