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    Z60m old, but maybe worth it. What do you think?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by goddo, Sep 20, 2006.

  1. goddo

    goddo Notebook Enthusiast

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    Lenovo outlet has the Z60m for $999. Here is the specs:
    • Intel® Centrino® Mobile Technology
    · Intel® Pentium® M Processor 750 (1.86GHz)

    • Genuine Windows® XP Professional

    • 15" WSXGA+ (1680x1050) TFT display

    • 512MB DDR2 SDRAM memory[3]

    • 80GB 5400rpm hard drive[4]

    • Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG; Bluetooth[14]

    • Titanium cover

    • Integrated Gigabit Ethernet and modem

    • DVD burner

    • 128MB ATI Mobility RADEON x600

    • 6.47lbs; (W)14.1" x (D)10.3" x (H)1.6"

    • 9 cell Lithium-Ion battery[13]

    • 3-year system/1-year battery limited warranty[8]

    I know its not Core Duo, or Core 2 Duo, but doI really need it. I mostly use my notebook for writing, then web design, photoshop, and video editing.

    I am not planning on using Vista until it becomes the new standard MS OS in the office and school sytems.

    I am only looking to get 3 solid travel years out of it, what do you think?
     
    goddo, Sep 20, 2006
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  2. jtom

    jtom Notebook Evangelist

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    The only real contender with a mid range card and that price would the dell e1505. Between the two I really dont know what I would do. You get much better quality but slightly outdated components and the dell has less quality but up to date components. If your not a heavy user I would go with the IBM because of its looks and its quality.
     
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  3. CeeNote

    CeeNote Notebook Virtuoso

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    The Z60m seems like a good deal. However maybe you should get more ram. This will help a lot with photoshop and editing videos.
     
    CeeNote, Sep 20, 2006
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    Photoshop is faster with the Core Duo, but the Pentium M is still a very good CPU.
     
    ZaZ, Sep 20, 2006
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  5. Dreamer

    Dreamer The Bad Boy

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    Definitely good deal.
    but just check whether WSXGA+ (1680x1050) resolution is OK for you.

    Guys, please don't compare ThinkPad to Dell's Inspiron ... it's just blasphemy

    and yes you'll get more then 3 solid travel years...
     
    Dreamer, Sep 20, 2006
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    paqtrick22 Notebook Evangelist

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    wsxga+ is great...
     
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    EagleDevil Notebook Evangelist

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    If I were traveling around a lot I wouldn't want to schlepp a 15-incher. But to each his own.

    Chris
     
    EagleDevil, Sep 20, 2006
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