St. John's gives all its students laptops.

I will have a choice between a Lenovo ThinkPad T410, a Lenovo ThinkPad Edge or an Apple MacBook. I would have to pay a $400 fee if I want the MacBook. The fee is required to cover the higher cost of the Apple MacBook and additional software. The other two laptops are for free.

Which one should I choose and why?

Here is specific info:

LENOVO THINKPAD EDGE


Intel SU7300 Core 2
4GB memory
320GB 7200 RPM
Built-in web cam
8 hour battery
3.8 pounds
13.3” Screen
No Optical Drive
Accidental Damage Protection

MACBOOK

2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
2GB DDR3 memory
250GB 5400 RPM
Built-in web cam
7 hour battery
4.7 pounds
13” Screen
Integrated Optical Drive
Applecare Protection

LENOVO THINKPAD T410

Intel Core i3-330M
4 GB memory
320GB 7200 RPM
Built-in web cam
8.3 hour battery
5.3 pounds
14.1” Screen
Integrated Optical Drive
Accidental Damage Protection

last 1, nigga

Could you tell me WHY? I was planning to get the MacBook. $400 for a Mac seems worth it.

The first one sounds better. The T410 is a little bit bulky...and Apple sucks IMO. The Edge also has a better core processor.

OK EVEN MORE SPECIFIC DETAILS FOR EACH:

Lenovo ThinkPad Edge


Sleek modern ultra-portable design, lightweight, excellent battery life

Intel SU7300
4GB memory
320GB 7200 RPM
Built-in web cam
8 hour battery
3.8 pounds
Progressive design with smooth lines and black finish
13.3” Screen
No Optical Drive

Detailed Specifications
Screen 13.3" HD (1366x768) color, VibrantView (glossy), LED backlight
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo processor SU7300 with ultra low voltage, dual-core
Camera on top of screen, 0.3-megapixel, low light sensitive
Memory 4GB (2 x 2GB) / 4GB max / PC3-8500 1066MHz DDR3
Wireless Intel 1000 11b/g/n
UltraNav (TrackPoint and TouchPad)
Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD (GMA 4500MHD)
8 hour 6-cell battery
Card Reader 5 in 1

Accidental Damage Protection
The OPTIONAL Accidental Damage Protection program provides three years of low-cost protection against accidental damage which may occur during usage. Protection does not cover damage incurred as a result of negligence or inappropriate usage. The cost for this program is a one-time $49.00 fee that will automatically appear on your bill. Repair or replacement of your laptop can be arranged through the conveniently located on-site Laptop Shops.

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MACBOOK


Elegant rounded corner, white glossy design, user friendly software,
nearly virus resistant

2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
2GB DDR3 memory
250GB hard drive
Built-in web cam
7 hour battery
4.7 pounds
13” Screen
Integrated Optical Drive
* Additional $400 NON-Refundable Mac Program Fee applies
to MacBook® only.

Detailed Specifications
13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display
Glass Multi-Touch Trackpad
1.08 inches thin and 4.7 pounds
Brilliant LED Backlit Display
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor
MagSafe Power Adapter has a magnetic connection
AirPort Extreme 802.11n Wi-Fi
SuperDrive Optical DVD±RW
iSight Camera Built-in Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet

AppleCare Protection
Provides three years of comprehensive warranty support coverage provided both on-site at St. John’s as well as through any Apple Retailer or Apple authorized Repair center. AppleCare DOES NOT provide coverage against accidental damage.

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Lenovo ThinkPad T410


Powerful workhorse with emphasis on performance over style, durable industrial design with extended battery life

Intel Core i3-330M
4 GB memory
320GB 7200 RPM
Built-in web cam
8.3 hour battery
5.3 pounds
14.1” Screen
Integrated Optical Drive

Detailed Specifications
Screen 14.1" WXGA (1280x800) color, anti-glare, LED backlight
Processor Intel Core i3-330M Processor (2.13GHz, 3MB L3, 1066MHz FSB)
Camera on top of screen, 2.0-megapixel, fixed Focus
Memory 4GB (2 x 2GB) / 8GB max / PC3-8500 1066MHz DDR3
Optical DVD±RW
Wireless ThinkPad b/g/n
Gigabit Ethernet
UltraNav (TrackPoint and TouchPad)
Graphics NVIDIA Quadro NVS3100M, PCI Express x16, 256MB memory
8.3 hour 6-cell battery
Card Reader 5 in 1

Accidental Damage Protection
The OPTIONAL Accidental Damage Protection program provides three years of low-cost protection against accidental damage which may occur during usage. Protection does not cover damage incurred as a result of negligence or inappropriate usage. The cost for this program is a one-time $49.00 fee that will automatically appear on your bill. Repair or replacement of your laptop can be arranged through the conveniently located on-site Laptop Shops.

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PLEASE HELP ME CHOOSE AND TELL ME WHY BECAUSE ONCE I CHOOSE I WON'T BE ABLE TO CHANGE MY DECISION!

Well the T410 has a memory of 8 gigs while the Edge has a max of 4 gigs...but do you really even need 3 gigs...?

The T410 has better graphics than the Edge... but that's not necessary.

The Edge is easier to use and has better wireless capabilities.

The Edge is smaller and easier to carry...

While the Mac looks better and is the thinnest, but Apple gets extremely annoying when it comes to warranty. The Mac also has a much smaller memory unit. But it comes with Wi-Fi.

Hard to choose...but I'd go with the T410.

Well the T410 has a memory of 8 gigs...

Wait, where did it say that? I'm reading 4GB.

Also don't all laptops have wifi?

They all have Wi-Fi capability...but with the Mac, it's ensured.

Memory 4GB (2 x 2GB) / 8GB max /

Unless I understood it wrong...

Oh! That means if I add memory right? Alright. So that's one vote for the T410.

@Carig: but they wrote "8GB max"...that means you could install more memory.

BTW obviously the Windows is Windows 7.

I know lol. I like Windows 7. Anyways, so could you tell me why you choose the T410 Craig?

So why is it better than the Mac? (Yes, I know that your family hates Apple).

BTW notice that the first doesn't have a disk drive...so no CDs...

What is MACOS?

Alright Carig. That's two votes for the T410.

But what do they mean by "emphasis on performance over style"?

Also you could install Mac OS on a windows hardware?

get the one with the most memory so you have a bunch of room for my little pony stuff and envy stuff and a bunch of anime :3

The Edge also has a better core processor.

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No. Just no. Intel i3 is much better than what the Edge has.

So what's your opinion flame?

I got 2 opinions. Come on guys. Share your opinions. Don't be selfish.

Just tell me which is the best one, and why?