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    X230 Deal Worth it?!

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by TheLoneRaven, Sep 21, 2012.

  1. TheLoneRaven

    TheLoneRaven Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys!

    I recently pulled the trigger on an X230 after some unfortunate events regarding my X220.

    I just wanted to show you my quote and what I got, and I wanted to see if you think I got a bad deal, a good one or just a "meh" one.





    Processor : Intel Core i5-3360M Processor (3M Cache, up to 3.50 GHz)

    Operating system: Windows 7 Professional (64 bit)

    Operating system language: Windows 7 Professional 64 - English

    Display type: 12.5" Premium HD (1366x768) LED Backlit Display, Mobile Broadband Ready, 2x2 Antenna

    System graphics: Intel HD 4000 Graphics in Intel Core i5-3360M Processor

    Total memory: 4 GB DDR3 - 1600MHz (1 DIMM)

    Keyboard: Keyboard Backlit - US English

    Fingerprint reader: UltrNav with FingerPrint Reader

    Camera: 720p HD Camera

    Hard drive: 320GB Hard Disk Drive, 7200rpm

    Battery: 9 Cell ThinkPad Battery X44++

    Power cord: 65W AC Adapter - US (2pin)

    Integrated WiFi wireless LAN adapters: Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 AGN

    Integrated mobile broadband: Mobile Broadband upgradable

    Language pack: Publication - US English

    Shipping & Handling: $0.00
    Tax: $52.83
    [THINK48HR]: -$303.50
    Total: $ 933.33


    ** I have already bought a Crucial M4 256GB SSD, and 16 GB (2x8gb) 1600Mhz Corsair Vengence memory. I think this will do myself well for a couple of years as a solid, productive machine, with a little bit of gaming power!

    Your thoughts/suggestions are appreciated!
     
    TheLoneRaven, Sep 21, 2012
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  2. fatpolomanjr

    fatpolomanjr Notebook Consultant

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    Have you tried the B&N Gold discount? This thread has a similar question to yours.
     
    fatpolomanjr, Sep 21, 2012
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  3. shang2

    shang2 Notebook Enthusiast

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    It's alright although I think there was a deal about a month ago with the same config for 850ish
     
    shang2, Sep 21, 2012
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