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    Keep my X25-M G2 160GB or upgrade to Vertex 3 240GB?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by c1ro, Apr 23, 2011.

  1. c1ro

    c1ro Notebook Consultant

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    Hi all,

    I am currently running a X25-M G2 160GB on my m11x R2. Struggling if I should put the X25 into m14x when I get the machine, or sell it + some money for a Vertex 3? Any advise would be appreciated.


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    c1ro, Apr 23, 2011
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  2. Jetbo

    Jetbo Notebook Consultant

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    Im waiting for the vertex 3 to drop in price. I have a vertex 2 right now. If you could afford the 500 dollar vertex 3 plus markup for low stock do it. The 240 vertex 3 is actually the fastest ssd on the market right now. Faster than the 120gb vertex 3. But I have a feeling the more sandforce 2000 series come out the more the price will drop. As nice as it is if you already have an x25 I would keep it for now. Unless money is no object than definitely do it.
     
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    It really isn't worth it, as far as I'm concerned. I know that I personally will be using my Vertex 2 - I'd encourage you to keep your X25.
     
    Luminair, Apr 23, 2011
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    c1ro Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks guys, seems like keeping the X25-M is the way to go. I have a fabulous NAS at home so storage is no issue at all. :D
     
    c1ro, Apr 23, 2011
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    Jetbo Notebook Consultant

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    Once the Vertex 3 is to under 400 that is when I would personally buy it already having an ssd, if I didnt I would buy it, so I think you are making a good choice.
     
    Jetbo, Apr 23, 2011
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