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    battery life of vista vs xp

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by starstreak, Oct 12, 2007.

  1. starstreak

    starstreak Notebook Deity

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    If not taking aero and indxing (turned both off) I see way more battery saving settings in vista than xp. speaking from a fresh install, is vista a battery saver vs XP?
     
    starstreak, Oct 12, 2007
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  2. SGT Lindy

    SGT Lindy Notebook Consultant

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    Not even close. Vista will rip through your battery faster.
     
    SGT Lindy, Oct 12, 2007
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  3. Monoboob

    Monoboob Notebook Enthusiast

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    There shouldn't be any noticeable difference. This link has some more replies about this topic. CLICK HERE
     
    Monoboob, Oct 12, 2007
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