Dell 1501 n-Series (Rs. 39,157)
The answer to Dell’s Numero Uno position in the world’s PC market lies in their legendary service. Dell offers 24/7 support and On-site warranty i.e. if you have a problem with your laptop, you can call their helpline numbers and sort out the issue. If a part needs replacement, Dell will send their representative directly to your home, eliminating the need to go to a service center.
We couldn’t fit in a Core Duo processor in a configuration under Rs. 40,000. Dell only sells their laptops online. That gives the opportunity to configure a laptop to your choice. You cannot mix and match anything, rather Dell has a pre-configured configuration wherein you can make changes, like increase the RAM or opt for a 9-cell battery instead of a 6-cell battery.
We modified the 1501 n-Series for a DVD writer instead of a Combo drive and added a nylon carry bag taking the cost to Rs. 39,157 with 4% VAT inclusive. Mumbai customers have to pay an additional 5% as Octroi.
Coming back to the main features, the 1501 features an AMD 1.6 GHz X2 TL-50 dual core processor. Though this processor is not as fast as the Core Duo or the Core 2 Duo, the performance difference hardly matters for general applications. In fact if you are leaning towards installing Windows Vista Premium or Ultimate, (again, the 1501 comes pre-installed with DOS), it can be done without any hassle. Dell has the ATI Xpress 1150 as its onboard graphics chip, which is the best of the lot and is Vista Premium capable i.e. it can comfortably run Aero Glass. For Vista premium capability, you will have to up your RAM to 1GB.
It comes with a 15.4 inch wide-screen with a resolution of 1280x800 pixels. Connectivity is in the form of 10/100 LAN, 56k Modem and 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi. Other features include a 80GB SATA hard drive and a 6 cell battery.
The 1501 weighs 2.7 kg. The reason for the increase in the overall weight is the Dell's 15.4-inch screen as compared to a 14.1 in the above two comparisons.
Hi! this is Ankit. I am planning to buy a laptop of around 40,000.
