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    Has anyone compared the X300 screen to a Dell m1330?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by dloreski, Sep 9, 2008.

  1. dloreski

    dloreski Notebook Geek

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    Hi everyone.
    I have a Dell XPS M1330 that I'm relatively happy with except the keyboard is somewhat mushy.
    I've heard in the past that the Lenovo screens aren't as bright as others.
    I was considering replacing it with either the X300 or maybe the X200S when it's released.
    Has anyone seen both the Dell and X300 in person?
    - Dave
     
  2. wrightc23

    wrightc23 Notebook Consultant

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    I've got an X300 and personally think the screen is fine for the intended audience. Is the best matte screen? Definitely not. I do really like the high resolution for the size of the screen (1440x900 in a 13").

    If you like your screens glossy then definitely stay away.

    There's an m1330 on the desk opposite me at the moment. It's a decent screen although personally I don't think it's as nice as some Sony models. It's bright and evenly lit. I still feel Dell always produce their screens a bit too glossy.

    I believe there is always a wide variance in the quality of screens in the X300. It appears that Lenovo have used two difference LCD sources. Mine is evenly lit and really bright. However I saw another X300 in the office a few days ago and the screen was noticeably inferior. Much dimmer and unevenly lit.

    Hopefully it's something they've addressed with the X301.