Is this a good deal for a T43?

[Jackal30]

I can get the Thinkpad T43 for $2097 + tax with the following specs:

Processor:
Intel Mobil M 2.0 GHz

Memory:
1GB DDR2 533 MHz

Display:
15.1" SXGA + TFT

Disk Drives:
80GB Ultra ATA Hard Drive
24x10x24/2x/DVD R/RW

Graphics:
ATI Mobility Radeon X300 64MB/PCI Express Graphics

Audio:
16-bit Audio with integrated speaker adn microphone

Communication Devices:
IBM wireless 802.11 a/b/g

Expansion Ports:
USB 2.0 (2)
PCMCIA type II (1)
Type II ExpressCard/54 Slot (1)

Battery:
Li-Ion Battery (about 4 hours)

Weight:
5.9 lbs

Warranty:
3-year Parts & Labor

I'm using it mainly for classes and travel but would also like to use it for some gaming. (although i already have a dedicated gaming desktop) Also, would a different model be better for my needs? What do people think of the T42p?

Any input appreciated. Thanks.

[mlykke]

Read the thread "the search for the ultimate thinkpad" for a comparison and benchmarks between a t42p, t43 and t43p.