Big performance difference between T43 and T43p?

[Whyme]

I'm returning my T43P with UXGA because I'd like to get SXGA for my poor eyes. But I can't find one with SXGA.

I'd have to get a T43. Is there a big difference between the two as far as performance?

[MobileGuru]

None.

The only big advantage is the screen and additional video memory.

Regards.

[Whyme]

I found the 2668-L3U with SXGA which is a T-43 that is almost exactly the same as my T-43p. The only difference is the video card. Plus, the L3U comes with an equally fast but larger hard drive!

[craigg]

I purchased my T43 before the T43p was available. I added the 7200rpm hard drive and an additional 512mb of memory. Except for the slightly faster video card which would only be useful for CAD, I have the same machine as the T43p. Check my signature for the model number. I'm not sure if it's still available as it was one of the first T43s released.

[ddutta]

Most T43s lack the following in comparision to the T43p's:

* 9 cell battery
* 7200rpm drive
* UXGA for 15" displays
* fireGL graphics card

You can order a CTO T43 with the 1st two features or buy an equivalent express model. I got a CTO 2668AJU with SXGA+, a 9 cell and a 60GB 7200rpm drive.

On a different note: If you dont need to do CAD etc, there is little point in having a T43p and paying $500 more. You might as well get more memory and a larger 7200rpm drive if you have cash to spare.