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 - PC Comparison Chart -
Updated:
08/22/2008
You can use the charts below to compare both
desktop and laptop computers. Although I prefer the Dell Vostro, you can
see several vendors that have attractive prices, but be sure to compare
the CPU specs closely since that is one of the most important
components.
(If you are on a tight budget and want to be sure you make the very best
use of every dollar you spend on your new computer,
click here to view my suggestions.)
Laptops
|
Manufacturer |
Dell |
Dell |
Dell |
Toshiba |
HP |
Compaq |
Gateway |
|
Model |
Vostro |
Latitude |
Inspiron |
Satellite |
Pavilion |
Presario |
|
|
Model #
|
1500 |
D830 |
1525 |
A205-S5841 |
dv2819nr |
C769US |
ML-6731 |
|
Operating System |
Win XP Home |
Win XP Home |
Vista Home Premium |
Vista Home Premium |
Vista Ultimate |
Vista Home Premium |
Vista Home Premium |
|
Processor |
Dual Core 2.0 gHz |
Dual Core 2.0 gHz |
Dual Core
1.6 gHz |
Dual Core
1.73 gHz |
AMD Turion
2.0 gHz |
Dual Core
1.73 gHz |
Dual Core
1.73 gHz |
|
Memory |
2 gig |
2 gig |
2 gig |
2 gig |
2 gig |
2 gig |
2 gig |
|
Hard Drive |
120 gig |
120 gig |
160 gig |
160 gig |
250 gig |
250 gig |
160 gig |
|
Weight |
5.7 lbs |
lbs |
6 lbs |
6 lbs |
|
8 lbs |
|
|
Monitor |
15.4 in. |
15.4 in. |
15.4 in. |
15.4 in. |
14.1 in. |
15.4 in. |
15.4 in. |
|
Optical Drive |
DVD/RW |
DVD/RW |
DVD/RW |
DVD/RW |
DVD/RW |
DVD/RW |
DVD/RW |
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Webcam |
no |
no |
yes |
no |
yes |
no |
no |
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Vendor |
Dell |
Dell |
Walmart |
Walmart |
Best Buy |
Walmart |
Fry's |
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Price * |
$769 |
$914 |
$798 |
$668 |
$799 |
$709 |
$649 |
* Note: the prices listed were posted on
Friday, August 22, 2008. You
should verify current prices yourself before making any decision to purchase new
computers.
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