Do yourself a favour and buy that Dell. Both notebooks are fine but based upon different design architecture. Specs are the same almost except for the processor. If you want to do some very heavy work and heat generation/fan noise dont bother you then go for Sony. But if you intend going for a futuristic notebook then select Dell with sufficient power performance and wireless connectivity. Its quieter and lighter as well. Screens of both notebooks are good for a rich visual experience. But do coonsider the place from where you intend to buy them in terms of warranty and backup support.
..Hi ppl..
Please help me choose from the following two laptops..Thanks
Option 1 )
Dell Inspiron 6000d ..( cost approx $1450 after discount )
Pentium M 2 Ghz
15.4" WXGA
512 MB RAM
80 GB Harddisk
24x CD RW/DVD ROM
Option 2 )
Sony Vaio K45 ( $1299 )
Intel Pentium 4 processor 3.2 Ghz
512 MB RAM
80 GB HDD
15.4 " WXGA with XBrite
CD RW and DVD RW
Both these laptops are ok ..but i have heard dell's screen isnt that good..whereas sony's is the best.
Also if i have to keep the laptop on for like say 10 hours..( not on battery ) ..will sony with the p4 processor..heat up a lot ?
thanks,
ninad

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