I have the same decision to make like You mate...
Wonder if the Gang will be able to advise us.
Les
Curently: Dell Inspiron 2650
Deciding between these 2 notebooks.
5000Z has 2mb max memory vs. 1mb in 5000T
5000Z only has 4200 rpm hard disk vs. 5400 in 5000T
5000Z has AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor vs. Pentium(R) 4 3E w/HT
Price difference not an issue for me.
I want the best overall machine and best performance.
Will use general home office applications, lots of Web
surfing, lots of CD burning, and not much gaming.
Will likely replace in 3 years.
Whatcha think?

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