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    TX1XP or TX651?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by Rothstein, Oct 20, 2005.

  1. Rothstein

    Rothstein Newbie

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    I am looking at these 2 models right now and I will buy one of them for sure. But I need a bit help about which one I should choose. As far as I know TX651 is newer model, right? So please give some thoughts which one I choose.

    Thanks in advance.
     
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    Both of these models are 1.2 ghz .. You think there is too much difference with let's say dell 700m which is 1.6 ghz i think.
     
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    Matta Notebook Consultant

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    TX1XP and TX651 are identical notebooks except for 3 differences:

    1. TX651 is being sold in US and Canada, TX1XP in Europe;

    2. TX651 has 512 MB RAM, TX1XP has 1GB RAM ;

    3. TX651 in USA costs $2250 in SonyStyle, TX1XP costs 1700 pounds ($2990) in Sony UK.

    Therefore, go for TX651 and upgrade to 1GB by yourself. It will be cheaper for you.
    :sony:
     
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  4. Rothstein

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    Thanks for the reply.
     
    Rothstein, Oct 20, 2005
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  5. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    If you told us your budget and what you plan do do with it, it would be easier to help. You should consider the "What should I buy?" FAQ in the hardware forum and post back.
     
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  6. Rothstein

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    What I want is an ultra portable laptop with powerful features. I am not a game player. I want it for business purposes, web browsing mostly. I have a budged around $3000 for this. While browsing the web I usually open at least 10 browsers and do not close them as I use most of them at the same time.
     
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    Might want to look at the Fujitsu P7020. It is a little heavier though.
     
    ZaZ, Oct 20, 2005
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    I just placed an order for the TX651.
    Off topic: have you tried Firefox for your web browsing, with it's tabbed browsing function, so you only end up with one window open on your desktop?
     
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  9. Rothstein

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    I am using Firefox since a long time and I am very happy with it. Especially the tabbed browsing feature is very useable. I strongly recommend it.
     
    Rothstein, Oct 21, 2005
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