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    1420 crew, WXGA or WXGA+?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by mitchtj, Sep 22, 2007.

  1. mitchtj

    mitchtj Notebook Geek

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    I'm considering the WXGA+ basically to avoid the graininess issues that plague the screens apparently. But i'm concerned the WXGA+ will be unsuited for web viewing and text, which is basically the sole use of the laptop.

    Opinions? :)
     
    mitchtj, Sep 22, 2007
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    creuther Newbie

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    From what I've read (mind you, I'm still waiting for my Vostro 1400 - In preproduction since 01.09) you have 3 options on Dells 14.1" WXGA+ screens:
    AUO - quite grainy but quite bright and vivid
    SEC - not that grainy but horrible viewing angles and quite dimm
    LPG (or was it LPL....dunno...LG Phillips^^) - best of the bunch

    But dont get your hopes up...Its a matter of luck. :-(

    EDIT: Oops, I got a little off topic ^^ I've seen a WXGA+ 14.1" display and I found it to be quite suitable for text viewing / web surfing / generic office work... And I dont have 20/20 vision :D
     
    creuther, Sep 22, 2007
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  3. mitchtj

    mitchtj Notebook Geek

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    So the grainyness is still a issue on the WXGA+ screens too?

    I was under the impression it only affected the lower end screens.
     
    mitchtj, Sep 22, 2007
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    Vingard Notebook Consultant

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    I have an SEC WXGA+ on my 1420, and although there is no graininess, there is a problem with impure (yellowish) whites and a fair amount of light leakage. As far as the actual resolution is concerned, I find it to be perfect for this 14" display.
     
    Vingard, Sep 22, 2007
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    tankahhoe Notebook Enthusiast

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    tankahhoe, Sep 22, 2007
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