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    x31 or x40 thinkpad?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Mark Reed, Jan 21, 2005.

  1. Mark Reed

    Mark Reed Notebook Guru

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    which is built more durable? the x31 or the x40?

    In the T series, they made the lower chasis thinner material on the t42 than what was used in the t30... the t30 was more rugged...

    can anyone comment on the X31 and X40?

    the X series is upper and lower case mag alloy right?

    which is more rugged x31 or x40?
     
    Mark Reed, Jan 21, 2005
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I really liked the X31. I think they are both the magnesium case. The x31 can be upgraded to a faster hard drive and has better battery life with the standard setup. It is a little heavier though.






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    ZaZ, Jan 22, 2005
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  3. kaangonel

    kaangonel Notebook Enthusiast

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    they are both durable enough, some say x31 is better some say x40 is better(in terms of durability). i havent seen both of the units side by side but i say there is no difference.

    if you will buy one of them, i suggest you to get x31, the only advantage of x31 is the size, 20% bigger but on the other hand x40 has a very short battery life and the keyboard of x31 is better
     
    kaangonel, Jan 23, 2005
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    awsmith89 Newbie

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    I actually have had the x31 and x40 side by side. I perfer the 31 in terms of build quality and the all around feel to it.
     
    awsmith89, Jan 24, 2005
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    meatyocre Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks for the info, I was offered a great deal on a sweet x31.
     
    meatyocre, Jan 26, 2005
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