Dell laptop deal

[fatboy]

First deal post. Been looking for a laptop for while now. Not sure if I want to spend the money but having hard time not hitting the order button. What do you guys think? Also, would it be worth it sticking with the 667mhz memory or going with the step down?

SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Inspiron E1705 Qty 1
Intel® Core? Duo Proc T2250 (1.73GHz/533MHz/2 X 1MB L2 Cache), Genuine Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Unit Price $1,482.00
Inspiron affiliate offer 20% off $999
LIMITED TIME OFFER! Remove Coupon
- $296.40

Catalog Number: 29 E1705S1
Module Description Show Details
Inspiron E1705 Intel® Core? Duo Proc T2250 (1.73GHz/533MHz/2 X 1MB L2 Cache)
Operating System (Office software not included) Genuine Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005
LCD Panel 17 inch Wide Screen XGA+ Display
Memory 1GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667MHz
Video Card 256MB NVIDIA® GeForce? Go 7900 GS
Hard Drive 80GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive
Network Card Integrated 10/100 Network Card and Modem
Adobe Software Adobe® Acrobat® Reader 7.0
Combo/DVD+RW Drives 24X CD Burner/DVD Combo Drive
Sound Options Integrated Audio
Wireless Networking Cards Intel PRO/Wireless 3945 Internal Wireless
Office Software (not included in Windows XP) No productivity suite- Includes Microsoft Works 8. DOES NOT INCLUDE MS WORD
Anti-Virus/Security Suite (Pre-installed) No Security Subscription
Primary Battery 53 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
Limited Warranty, Services and Support 1Yr Ltd Warranty, 1Yr At-Home Service, and 1Yr HW Warranty Support
Dial-Up Internet Access 6 Months of America Online Membership Included
Miscellaneous Award Winning Service and Support
Free SKIN Promotion 17 - Free Promotion for 17 inch Skin
Future Operating Systems Windows Vista? Capable
Dell Digital Entertainment Starter pack- Basic and trial products from Corel and Yahoo

TOTAL:$1,185.60

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[coolVariable]

Wrong Forum

 

[Evadman]

that is almost exactly what I bought, except I got 2 9 cell bats for the same cost. My only regret is that I got the 1705. It is too damn big. I should have got the 15 or 14 instead.

 

[TripleAAA]

Originally posted by: coolVariable
Wrong Forum

Right forum, and that doesn't seem like a shabby price. I need to get one soon.

 

[Powermoloch]

Originally posted by: Evadman
that is almost exactly what I bought, except I got 2 9 cell bats for the same cost. My only regret is that I got the 1705. It is too damn big. I should have got the 15 or 14 instead.

How's the performance on that thing? especially on oblivion ?

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: Evadman
that is almost exactly what I bought, except I got 2 9 cell bats for the same cost. My only regret is that I got the 1705. It is too damn big. I should have got the 15 or 14 instead.

Even 15.4" is pretty big.

If you're not a gamer or power user, I think 14.1" WXGA is the ideal size.

 

[1EZduzit]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: Evadman
that is almost exactly what I bought, except I got 2 9 cell bats for the same cost. My only regret is that I got the 1705. It is too damn big. I should have got the 15 or 14 instead.

Even 15.4" is pretty big.

If you're not a gamer or power user, I think 14.1" WXGA is the ideal size.

If you don't have to lug it around too much, a 15.4 is a great size!

 

[blckgrffn]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: Evadman
that is almost exactly what I bought, except I got 2 9 cell bats for the same cost. My only regret is that I got the 1705. It is too damn big. I should have got the 15 or 14 instead.

Even 15.4" is pretty big.

If you're not a gamer or power user, I think 14.1" WXGA is the ideal size.

Too bad it is difficult to get a semi powerful video card in that size...

Where is the 7600GS/x1650xt's for our portable laptops? I can't be the only one that likes to play games on my laptop yet wants to be actually be able to use it as a laptop too!

The 64 meg 9000 in my 600m was once at least serviceable, but not anymore.

 

[crimson117]

Yeah, seems you either buy a monster behemoth laptop to get a decent video card in it, or you're stuck with lesser 3D graphics. I can't imagine why they don't make the 7900 available in the 15.4 inch E1505, except that they need a reasont o charge more for the E1705.

 

[TallBill]

Originally posted by: crimson117
Yeah, seems you either buy a monster behemoth laptop to get a decent video card in it, or you're stuck with lesser 3D graphics. I can't imagine why they don't make the 7900 available in the 15.4 inch E1505, except that they need a reasont o charge more for the E1705.

Hah, I've noticed that myself. I'm trying to keep my budget just a tad bit lower then what the OP posted, although that is a good deal.

 

[Jassi]

I'm waiting for the Core 2 Duo option. I think my brother would love that exact laptop. Good deal.

 

[fatboy]

It is a Core Duo. That is why I really want to get it. I need it for studying but also want to replace my desktop for playing Day of Defeat.

Inspiron E1705 Intel® Core? Duo Proc T2250 (1.73GHz/533MHz/2 X 1MB L2 Cache)

 

[uhohs]

there may be even more discounts for this once core2duo/merom models start showing up.

 

[fatboy]

I didn't relize that they was releasing a new procerssor soon... hum.. may worth waiting it out then. Guess if I don't find a good deal this weekend at best buy then may wait for price drop on this one.

 

[gsaldivar]

I suggest checking http://outlet.dell.com before you buy. If you're in the market for a Dell, you can save a pretty good amount of money by buying a fully-warranted refurb.

I picked up a fully loaded dual 2GHz 6400/E1505 for not much more than you're planning on paying.

Keep in mind that they have several tiers of "refurbished" laptops on their site: Some are scratch & dent, some are used, and others were made to order but not actually "used". A different level of discount is applied to each of these tiers.

The in-stock list changes thoughout the day & night. Check in the late night/early morning hours if you're looking for a specific configuration. Once you add something to your cart, I think they give you 15 minutes to complete the transaction before the item is returned to stock.

Good luck!

 

[feelingshorter]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: Evadman
that is almost exactly what I bought, except I got 2 9 cell bats for the same cost. My only regret is that I got the 1705. It is too damn big. I should have got the 15 or 14 instead.

Even 15.4" is pretty big.

If you're not a gamer or power user, I think 14.1" WXGA is the ideal size.

So true. If your a college student like me who doesnt game anymore and have an hour lunch break at school, a 14 is nearly perfect. A 8/9 cell batt isnt always a must. Even my dad's compaq which has 6 cells rated at 3 hours lasts 5 hours of web browsing and light usage.

 

[AkumaX]

RossMAN (or anyone), any deals on an E1405?