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    Dell Studio XPS 16 Core i7 1.6GHz, 2.8 GHz Turbo Mode/6MB Cache, 4GB, WLED etc- $1,247 w/$100 Gift Card + Free Shipping @dell.com

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by Cin', Oct 7, 2009.

  1. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Hey..

    at dell.com:

    Dell Studio XPS 16 Core i7 1.6GHz 16" Laptop for $1,247     + Free $100 Gift Certificate and Free Next Day Shipping!! (see specs below)..when you open the link...scroll down to the *specs list on the right hand side to see the $100 gift card offer*

    This is nice, and should qualify for the free Win 7 Upgrade! :D

    ** Also, remember..if you have EPP..they are supposed to Price Match this..and that includes the $100 GC!

    And, Pay with Dell DPA...save an Additional 3% off of the purchase Price! :) That's some more nice savings! :cool:

    For Deal Linky, Click (already in *List* view..you can switch to *Icon* view if you prefer: HERE!

    Specs:
    • Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium Edition SP1, 64-bit
    • Intel ® Core ™ i7 720QM 1.6GHz (2.8 GHz Turbo Mode, 6MB Cache)
    • No Microsoft Office
    • 1Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty, InHome Service after Remote Diagnosis
    • McAfee SecurityCenter, 15-Months
    • HD+ Widescreen 15.6 inch WLED LCD (1680x945) W/2.0 MP
    • 4GB Shared Dual Channel DDR3 at 1333MHz
    • 250GB 7200 RPM SATA Hard Drive
    • Slot Load DVD+/-RW (DVD/CD read/write)
    • High Definition Audio 2.0 with SRS Premium Sound
    • Obsidian Black High Gloss Finish
    *84 WHr 9-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
    *Integrated 10/100 Network Card
    *Intel® 5300 WLAN Wireless-N (3x3) Mini Card
    *$100 Dell Promo Gift Card - Arrives in 6-8 wks, carries a 90 Day Exp. Dell.com/giftcard

    [​IMG]
    [​IMG]

    Cin...
     
    Cin', Oct 7, 2009
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  2. spradhan01

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    I got two words for all: "Best Deal" :p
     
    spradhan01, Oct 7, 2009
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  3. ajreynol

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    fantastic.
     
    ajreynol, Oct 7, 2009
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  4. okadam111

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    Wow...Great deal! Graphic card is not too bad either...Not the best, but can play all games out right now. Good price for those that need the processor.
     
    okadam111, Oct 8, 2009
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  5. Mad*Max

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    Yes but it gets too hot...
     
    Mad*Max, Oct 8, 2009
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  6. BrandonSi

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    Great to see the prices already dropping.. Had it the option to upgrade to a 4850/70 I'd be all over it but the 4670 just won't cut the mustard for me.
     
    BrandonSi, Oct 8, 2009
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  7. Serg

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    I am so temped to go with this rather than the W500, considering that dam Lenovo upped the price and lowered the coupon code's effect from 15 to 5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     
    Serg, Oct 8, 2009
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  8. electrosoft

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    At that resolution (1680x945), the 4670 (aka OC'd 4650) is a very capable card. But I, too, am worried about the heat issues in this chassis, considering some previous owners complained of heat/throttling. Now, toss in a 45w CPU that is still using a shared GPU/CPU fan.....
     
    electrosoft, Oct 9, 2009
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  9. BobXX

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    lol, you can't ask for too much... ;)
     
    BobXX, Oct 9, 2009
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  10. electrosoft

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    lol, agreed. For the price, this is a great system. I've used and setup some Studio 17's in the past, and I really like the look, fit and finish of them, and for a 17" notebook they are relatively light (~7lbs w/ 6-cell battery). the Studio 16 is like a tighter, leaner mildly more plush 17. I do prefer the extra screen real estate and cooling of the 17, though.
     
    electrosoft, Oct 9, 2009
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  11. xpherion

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    This is really good deal.
     
    xpherion, Oct 9, 2009
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  12. peli_kan

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    It sure is. I give it the peli_kan FOTM seal of approval.
     
    peli_kan, Oct 10, 2009
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  13. Serg

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    I cant tell, but it is backlit KB>?
     
    Serg, Oct 10, 2009
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  14. lilyang

    lilyang Notebook Evangelist

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    Yes studio xps 13/16 both have backlit keys!
     
    lilyang, Oct 11, 2009
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  15. Serg

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    as standard? This model in particular, does it have it??
     
    Serg, Oct 11, 2009
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  16. xpherion

    xpherion Notebook Geek

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    backlit keyboard is stanard for studio xps laptops.
     
    xpherion, Oct 11, 2009
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  17. ps2cho

    ps2cho Notebook Evangelist

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    Does anybody have benchmarks that compare the i7 1.6GHz vs a 2.5/2.6GHz C2D?

    I'm not sure how the i7 would stack up because the turboboost only affects single threaded applications.
     
    ps2cho, Oct 11, 2009
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  18. sgogeta4

    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Turbo boost doesn't only affect single threaded applications. The 720QM will overclock automatically to 2.4GHz when using 2 cores and 2.8GHz when using 1 core. It should perform similarly or better compared to the more expensive C2Ds below 2.6GHz but perform slightly less in dual core optimized programs against those higher (such as the T9550, T9600, T9800, and T9900).
     
    sgogeta4, Oct 11, 2009
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  19. Serg

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    Well, in theory, if running two separate threads, if HT is on, it could run 2 threads on 1 core at 2.8 (theory, have got no confirmation on this...yet)
     
    Serg, Oct 11, 2009
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  20. sgogeta4

    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    2 cores at 2.4GHz will be better than 1 core at 2.8GHz + HT.
     
    sgogeta4, Oct 11, 2009
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  21. ajreynol

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    great price for the package, but let's be real: most of us need 1920x1080...or would at least like it to be an option. C'mon, Dell!
     
    ajreynol, Oct 11, 2009
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  22. lilyang

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    If you go to the page and customize it, there is an option for 1920x1080 with the 16in RGBLED display
     
    lilyang, Oct 11, 2009
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  23. Serg

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    For 250!!!!
    That is a HUGE up!
     
    Serg, Oct 11, 2009
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  24. lilyang

    lilyang Notebook Evangelist

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    Yeah it is a costly upgrade, a much nicer larger LCD but more battery drain and a big price tag
     
    lilyang, Oct 11, 2009
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  25. ajreynol

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    really? because when I looked last night, there were only 2 options. both were "900p" and the difference was the later had facial recognition and was $25 more.

    but now that I look at this thread title, it may have been a similar Dell thread here...

    anyway, $250 is still a slap in the face. I see Dell is gouging on the memory too.

    edit: yea, the thread I was thinking of in here was featuring a Dell Studio 16 (not an XPS).
     
    ajreynol, Oct 11, 2009
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  26. sgogeta4

    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Pretty much all companies gouge on upgrades...
     
    sgogeta4, Oct 11, 2009
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  27. lilyang

    lilyang Notebook Evangelist

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    QFT, stock on everything I can, then newegg!
     
    lilyang, Oct 11, 2009
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  28. ajreynol

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    can't call Newegg for a replacement display for your shiny new XPS. ;)
     
    ajreynol, Oct 11, 2009
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  29. lilyang

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    display does not fall under the everything I can go stock category :)
     
    lilyang, Oct 11, 2009
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  30. ajreynol

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    but it is a gouged expense. which was the point anyway.

    but carry on.
     
    ajreynol, Oct 11, 2009
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  31. Cin'

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    ***This deal is still active...wow!!!
    Still *tempting*...


    Cin...
     
    Cin', Oct 15, 2009
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  32. Serg

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    Me wants!!!
    In fact I am getting this.
     
    Serg, Oct 15, 2009
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  33. mattmjb0188

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    Its to bad they don't include the RGBLED screen or bluray? Then it would be a kick a$$ deal!!! :D

    Sucks to that systems have EDD's of 11-20. All because of the i7 Processor ):
     
    mattmjb0188, Oct 15, 2009
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  34. Clutch

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    I would get the RGB screen.
     
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  35. Serg

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    Got it. Proud (future) owner of one...grrr Cin, you got me with this one
     
    Serg, Oct 16, 2009
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  36. electrosoft

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    I think the RGBLED is pushing back the EDD even moreso than the i7 atm.
     
    electrosoft, Oct 16, 2009
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  37. Cin'

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    Congrat's, Serg! :D
    I'm so happy you finally ordered! You will have yourself one fine lappy soon! ;) :cool:

    (Proud to have made someone happy today)!


    Cin...
     
    Cin', Oct 16, 2009
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  38. Hoy

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    What's the EXP. on this deal? I bet it expires before the 22nd...
     
    Hoy, Oct 17, 2009
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  39. Serg

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    Serg, Oct 17, 2009
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  40. tianxia

    tianxia kitty!!!

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    same price in the uk, in pounds :(
     
    tianxia, Oct 17, 2009
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  41. Serg

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    As usual...lol
    In fact I found a better deal, if you go thru the EPP only, you get it for $1300 with a 500GB 7200RPM, X-Fi audio, 2 years warranty, BT included...dang, why didnt I grab that one?
     
    Serg, Oct 17, 2009
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  42. alitunay

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    that one has a tray loading optical drive, no $100 gift card so it is not a better deal overall.
     
    alitunay, Oct 18, 2009
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  43. Serg

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    No studio XPS has a tray loading they are all slot load, and whats the dif?
     
    Serg, Oct 18, 2009
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  44. oncdoc

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    guys is this laptop light enough to put on your lap.
    will it heat up and burn my you know what....
     
    oncdoc, Oct 18, 2009
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  45. oncdoc

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    is this a good deal. i dont understand the language on the screen. i mean what is rgb? is the screen in the deal not good enough for say lotro?
     
    oncdoc, Oct 18, 2009
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  46. Serg

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    RGB LED vs WLED.
    It means that the first uses LEDs that are Red, Green and Blue, while the second uses White LEDs to backlit the LCD.

    Basically the RGBLED is one of the best screens out there.
     
    Serg, Oct 18, 2009
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  47. oncdoc

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    its 7 lbs right. i am typing on a xps m1730 and that is how many pounds? anyone know off the top of their head?
     
    oncdoc, Oct 18, 2009
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    i'm rather confused.. If I equally spec a studio xps with a core i7 using the deal that is posted here (through Cin) with an EPP studio xps core i7 they are both around the same price ($2000, give or take a few bucks, for the deal i used). Basically, the deal in here gets me a 100$ gift card, while the EPP deal gets me a 3 year warranty, so each one has its pros n cons. I read here that you can match the deal with the gift card in EPP, what doea that exactly mean? Can i configure the deal i got in EPP with the 3 year warranty, and then persuade them to add the 100$ gift card to it?
     
    7even, Oct 19, 2009
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  49. SPEEDwithJJ

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    You can always call them up to find out. With Dell, there is a high chance of that kind of deal happening if you make the call & "negotiate" with a sales agent. Good luck. :)
     
    SPEEDwithJJ, Oct 19, 2009
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