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    Is the T60 for me?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by mclar22, Jun 22, 2006.

  1. mclar22

    mclar22 Notebook Guru

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    I'm in the market for a ~ 14" laptop equipped with a dedicated graphics processing unit. I've chosen 14" because I want a laptop with a useable screen; yet, I also want a laptop that is as thin and light as possible. As a student, battery life and durability are also important. Originally, I planned on getting a sony SZ, but lately I've heard so many bad things about it's build quality. Aditionally, I've seen the SZ in person and I'm a little nervous regarding the thin LCD. So what are my alternatives? I've done some research on the toshiba M100 but decided it runs too warm and the build quality isn't good enough. I like the new e1405 but there isn't any dedicated GPU option. I've also begun to consider Lenovo/Ibm's T60 equipped with a 14" screen and Ati X1400. Any other good alternatives? What do people think about the T60? I want something that really will last me the next 5 years. Please don't talk about Asus!!! I don't understand the site's obsession with Asus! I'm sure they're a good brand, But I've never even seen an Asus before!

    Thanks,
     
    mclar22, Jun 22, 2006
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  2. titaniummd

    titaniummd Notebook Deity

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    The Lenovo T60 is excellent. I wanted a widescreen option; however, so I went for the Dell Latitude D620.

    I liked the SZ but the keyboard buttons didn't do the trick for me. It is light but flimsy.

    I liked the Toughbook but no dual core or dedicated graphics turned me off.
     
    titaniummd, Jun 22, 2006
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  3. abjam77

    abjam77 Notebook Enthusiast

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    the t60 is also more expensive with the gfx option, but im not sure what your budget it.
     
    abjam77, Jun 22, 2006
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    What are you going to do with it? The Z series is worth a look as well.
     
    ZaZ, Jun 22, 2006
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  5. Rellik

    Rellik Notebook Consultant

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    Well, at least in my case:

    I could get a really good price on a T60, but after trying out a T43 for an extended period of time, I am quite certain that the T60 is not for me.

    Main reason: not wide-screen. It really does make a huge difference - I owned an e1505, which is a 15.4" widescreen, and the 14" standard-aspect-ratio screen on the T43 feels just as bulky, just more cramped to look at.

    So if you haven't tried out a standard 4:3 screen laptop, then you should really give it a try before you make a decision.
     
    Rellik, Jun 22, 2006
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