diffstyle Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Hello, I need some input on choosing a laptop. I can either get the Sony Vaio Z 2nd generation with a i7 2620m processor and power media dock or the Lenovo X230t i7 model. I have a Slate 7 that I use at school for pen input note taking, but need something for video editing, and other Web development needs with a keyboard. What would you guys/gals recommend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Mirumir Subscriber¹ Posted January 17, 2013 Subscriber¹ Share Posted January 17, 2013 Since the same models can be configured differently, please provide links to the exact specifications so we could compare them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RommelS Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 From what you've describe, even though I like Sony laptops (have 3 of them), I would go with the Lenovo, and here is why: <p> X230T will alow you to take note as well, thus allowing you to do video editing / web development when time permits on the go X230T uses third gen Intel i7 CPU Ability to upgrade the RAM to 16 GB that could help you with your video editing (Z series 8 GB max) 2 USB 3.0 ports (Z series 1) Granted, the Z series is isn't a slouch even though part of its tech is somewhat dated, but if you will just use your laptop at home, then Z series would be a good solution as well. However, since you mentioned about note taking, and that you've even considered looking at the X230T as an option, then you might be leaning to a device that you can utilized for school and development; hence I will go with the X230T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astra.Xtreme Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 The Lenovo has better specs, and quality-wise Lenovo makes some of the best PCs you can buy. I'd go with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Fahim S. MVC Posted January 17, 2013 MVC Share Posted January 17, 2013 I'd hang fire soon as Lenovo are going to be releasing the ThinkPad Helix soon. It's likely top have an effect on X230T pricing if it doesn't replace it altogether. http://www.thinkscopes.com/thinkpad-x230t-farewell-hello-helix/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diffstyle Posted January 17, 2013 Author Share Posted January 17, 2013 Thanks for the replies, both of the computers are the same price point for me which is $800. That's why i am having a hard time making me choice. I love the way the Z looks and its a really powerful machine even though it uses a 2nd gen i7. Plus side is that Power Media Dock can provide me with enough gaming when I need to play some titles. The Lenevo on the other hard has a 3r gen i7 and tablet mode which means i could actually sell my samsung slate 7 and only have one computer since i take all my lecture notes with oneNote. This is why I'm stuck =( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remixedcat Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 what has the best battery life? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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