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    1500 vs 1700

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by zfactor, Aug 1, 2007.

  1. zfactor

    zfactor Mastershake

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    which and why.. i really think i would like the larger screen but man lugging it around im not sure of.. which have you bought and how is it carrying a 17" with you?? thanks
     
    zfactor, Aug 1, 2007
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    McGurn1988 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Though I ordered the 1520, my experience with laptops has been that 15 inch screen is BIG!!, but 17 inch screen seems alot better ! both computers are a pain to lug around, so go with the bigger screen.
     
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  3. zfactor

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    from reading people say the vostro 1500 is larger than a normal 15" usually is.. so what about the 1700?? i can get the 1700 vs the 1500 for about 150$ same config??
     
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    ColdSoul Notebook Consultant

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    Well i would say go for teh 1500. Still a lot more portable than a 17" notebook but still as powerful.
     
    ColdSoul, Aug 1, 2007
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    also i would assume battery life to be a good amount less with the 17" correct??
     
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    The larger display consumes more power, yes.
     
    ColdSoul, Aug 1, 2007
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    def go with the 15, its plenty big
    the 17's are just huge, and i know i wouldn't want to lug that around
     
    bobweaver29, Aug 1, 2007
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    i would say it depends on how much you plan to travel with the laptop and whether or not you will mind the extra size. I have the 1700 and it is a monster, but I don't travle with it on a daily basis (I only need it to move when I go on vacation) and I also don't mind the extra weight and size
     
    sinfolmatt, Aug 1, 2007
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