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    7.1 channel stereo OR two channel high definition audio codec

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by tallpines, Aug 17, 2007.

  1. tallpines

    tallpines Notebook Enthusiast

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    "7.1 channel stereo sound" and the other has "two channel high definition audio codec and 2 stereo 2 watt internal speakers w/ HD audio 2.0 software."

    I'm just not really sure of the significance of these different features.

    Can anyone help me? Thanks...
     
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    7.1 is not stereo.
    I would go for HD audio.
     
    star882, Aug 17, 2007
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    Ah, thank you! This is the only diffference I see between the Dell Inspiron 1420 and the Dell Vostro 1400 - the Vostro has the HD, so I guess that's the way to go. Thanks so much!
     
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    But I do wonder why Dell lists the Inspiron as having "7.1 channel stereo sound", you know?
     
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    Probably just a mistake. Stereo is 2 channel.
    Get 7.1 for movies and games, HD stereo for music.
     
    star882, Aug 17, 2007
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    Thanks - what if you were using it equally for movies/games and for music?
     
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    Do you own a 7.1 surround setup? That means...do you have 7 speakers, a subwoofer and an appropriate receiver. The 7.1 card only benefits you, when using it with a 7.1 setup.

    IMHO youre better off with the HD stereo
     
    FusiveResonance, Aug 17, 2007
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    Thanks to both of your for your help! I just ordered the Vostro with the HD!
     
    tallpines, Aug 17, 2007
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