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    About to buy IBM Thinkpad x220 - Need to know if good deal!

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by ibmoverall, Jun 27, 2011.

  1. ibmoverall

    ibmoverall Newbie

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    I'm considering buying a barely used laptop with these specs. It'll be my first IBM thinkpad, so I'd love to see if I'm getting a good deal or not!

    My offer - 660.00

    Specs of Thinkpad x220 -

    Intel Core i5-2410M Processor (2.3GHz, 3MB L3, 1333MHz FSB)
    Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64
    12.5" HD (1366x768) LED Backlit Display, Mobile Broadband Ready, 3x3 Antenna
    Intel® HD Graphics 3000
    4 GB DDR3 - 1333MHz
    250 GB Hard Disk Drive, 5400rpm
    ThinkPad Battery - 6 cell
    ThinkPad b/g/n
    Integrated Mobile Broadband
     
    ibmoverall, Jun 27, 2011
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Ips?
     
    ZaZ, Jun 27, 2011
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  3. ibmoverall

    ibmoverall Newbie

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    I don't think so....does that depreciate the value a lot? If so what do you say is a fair price?
     
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  4. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I don't know that it's a bad deal, but I wouldn't get a X220 without the IPS, but that's me.
     
    ZaZ, Jun 27, 2011
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  5. Mr_Mysterious

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    Lol ZaZ, you talk about that as if that's the only good thing about the ThinkPad. :p

    Mr. Mysterious
     
    Mr_Mysterious, Jun 27, 2011
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  6. ibmoverall

    ibmoverall Newbie

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    So is that a no go without ips guys? :/
     
    ibmoverall, Jun 27, 2011
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  7. Mr_Mysterious

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    Personally, I think you're fine without the IPS. Are you doing any graphical work or photography? Any jobs that require extremely accurate color reproduction?

    If the answer is yes, then you'll most likely need the IPS. Otherwise, you're fine.

    Mr. Mysterious
     
    Mr_Mysterious, Jun 27, 2011
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  8. vinuneuro

    vinuneuro Notebook Virtuoso

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    Seriously, don't get one without IPS. That's one of the best features in the X220. It's a stunning screen regardless of what you're using the notebook for.
     
    vinuneuro, Jun 27, 2011
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  9. ibmoverall

    ibmoverall Newbie

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    Nope I won't be doing anything like that mysterious. Is the price about right or should I shop around? The guy I'm buying it off of only has 6 days into it.
     
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  10. Mr_Mysterious

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    In all honesty, my IBM/Lenovo knowledge is quite limited. I'd defer to others that have had extensive knowledge and experience with the brand. :)

    Mr. Mysterious
     
    Mr_Mysterious, Jun 27, 2011
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  11. vinuneuro

    vinuneuro Notebook Virtuoso

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    Don't waste $660. Get a new one if you have to. As good as the IPS screen is, Thinkpad TN screens are horrible.
     
    vinuneuro, Jun 27, 2011
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  12. MidnightSun

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    Core i5 X220 models have been selling in the $650-750 range brand new with some of Lenovo's latest deals (and it has the the IPS screen). So, I would say this is not a particularly good deal. Have patience ;)
     
    MidnightSun, Jun 27, 2011
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  13. ThinkRob

    ThinkRob Notebook Deity

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    The IPS upgrade for the X220 is 50 USD (45 USD for EPP/SPP/education users.) So really, the question is whether or not excellent blacks, wide viewing angles, and great colors are worth fifty bucks to you. If so, don't even consider any X220s without the IPS panel. If not, get whatever X220 you want.
     
    ThinkRob, Jun 27, 2011
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    edit1754 Notebook Prophet

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    If you buy one without the IPS "Premium" display right now, you can't later decide you want the IPS screen. Go ahead and spend the extra buck to get a brand new one with the IPS screen upgrade if you can.

    The screen is the most important component in a computer, because it's what you look at all the time.
     
    edit1754, Jun 27, 2011
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  15. princealyy

    princealyy Notebook Evangelist

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    I wouldn't buy this one ... since deals like this come all the time from lenovo ... wait a bit and the price will be the same with a sale from lenovo and then you can simply add the IPS ....

    Looks like whoever you are buying this from is simply trying to get their money back on this deal ... not giving you a great deal ...
     
    princealyy, Jun 27, 2011
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  16. pkincy

    pkincy Notebook Evangelist

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    I think the OP has an offer from an indiv selling one.

    I would say 1) go to lenovo.com and input the actual machine and options. The seller can get it for you unless he stole it.

    2) If it cost over $600 buy it if the options work for you.

    If it is kinda worth it but not quite, offer him less.
     
    pkincy, Jun 27, 2011
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