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    lenovo Z or Y series ? advice ?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by HammerHeadHank, Sep 30, 2011.

  1. HammerHeadHank

    HammerHeadHank Newbie

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    Hi which of these as stated in the title is the most durable of the two?? should i consider USB 3.0 ? does the HDMI play audio ? I don't game just need one for college so I will be taking it with me thanks HammerHeadHank
     
    HammerHeadHank, Sep 30, 2011
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    edwarday Notebook Enthusiast

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    You mean VAIO?
     
    edwarday, Sep 30, 2011
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    lead_org Purveyor of Truth

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    If you are using it for college, let me suggest that you get a Thinkpad instead, as they are more durable.

    The Z570 isn't bad as home use entertainment machine, but for college you are better off with a business class machine.
     
    lead_org, Sep 30, 2011
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    HammerHeadHank Newbie

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    No lenovo has a Z series and cn find very little info here on it. This is what I am looking at as of now : lenovo IdeaPad Z570.Thanks
     
    HammerHeadHank, Sep 30, 2011
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    HammerHeadHank Newbie

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    The T-series ? Thanks unless you know of a better machine it doesn't have to be a Lenovo.
     
    HammerHeadHank, Sep 30, 2011
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    kwhit Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just want to comment that you should be sure to spend some time checking out the different screen sizes in a local store. Different people define portable differently. If you really plan to carry it around on a daily basis you might want to consider the 13.3" models. Obviously you are giving up screen size, but aside from a more portable form, the smaller size is inherently sturdier. It is simple mechanics/physics, but not everyone knows or thinks about it.
    As an extreme analogy, most creatures the size of a cat or smaller can handle a 10' fall with absolutely no injury, while a hippo or elephant would be in a world of hurt.
     
    kwhit, Oct 1, 2011
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    edit1754 Notebook Prophet

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    If you're going lenovo, get a Thinkpad not an IdeaPad. IdeaPads have mediocre screens with no option to upgrade..

    Thinkpad X220 with the IPS display upgrade (branded the 'Premium' display)
    Thinkpad T420 with the 1600x900 display upgrade.
    Thinkpad T520 with the 1600x900 or 1920x1080 display upgrade.

    If you don't game, don't settle for the consumer stuff. And if you're settling for consumer stuff, IdeaPads are certainly not your best option.
     
    edit1754, Oct 1, 2011
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