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Hi, I recently ordered a T430 with the following specs.
Processor Intel Core i5-3320M Processor (3M Cache, up to 3.30 GHz)

Operating System - Windows 8 64
Operating System Language - Windows 8 64 English
Display Type - 14.0" HD+ (1600 x 900) LED Backlit AntiGlare Display, Mobile Broadband Ready
System Graphics - Intel HD Graphics 4000
Total Memory - 4 GB DDR3 - 1600MHz (1 DIMM)
Keyboard - Keyboard (Backlit) US English
Pointing Device - UltraNav with Fingerprint Reader
Camera - 720p HD Camera with Microphone
Hard Drive - 320GB Hard Disk Drive, 7200rpm
Ultrabay - DVD Recordable 8x Max, Dual Layer, Ultrabay Enhanced w/ SW Royalty for Windows 8
System Expansion Slots - Express Card Slot & 4-in-1 Card Reader & Smart Card Reader
Battery - 9 Cell Li-Ion TWL 70++
Power Cord - 90W AC Adapter - US (2pin)
Bluetooth - Bluetooth 4.0 with Antenna
Integrated WiFi Wireless LAN Adapters - Intel Centrino Advanced–N + WiMAX 6250
Integrated Mobile Broadband - Mobile Broadband upgradable
Language Pack - Language Pack Win8 US English

Well, My question really is I spent $785.00 on this laptop before taxes. I want to know if this is worth it? I still have the option of cancelling the order. Any advice and insight will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

My opinion is that it is definitely worth it! You got the 1600x900 screen, which would be the most important option to me. The Intel 6250 card is a good choice as well.

Bumping up the RAM is very easy and cheap to do compared to ordering it with more RAM. You could also consider upgrading the HDD to an SSD later on. The prices on those have been dropping like a rock lately.

You made a good choice if you are looking for a solid, dependable, and powerful laptop for work/general use.