Er, XGA? SXGA? UXGA? WUXGA? QXGA? *scratches head*

[3nigma]

Hey all!

I'm getti'n ready to make my first plunge and get my very first ThinkPad.

I've heard a lot of talk on these different screen types, and was wondering if people could offer some insight into the differences.

I've gleaned that XGA is lowest end, basic res (1024x780 max?).
SXGA is the next step up.
UXGA I assume has a nicer dedicated video card and is 15"+ widescreen models.
WUXGA, I know the "W" refers to wide 16:9 aspect ratio on the screen/resolution and pixels.
QXGA I read is a rare item seen only in few manufacturers, and that it was the best- no clue on details.

Thanks everyone, and I'm excited to join the ranks!
-3nigma

[real_psyence]

Of course, you could look it up:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Screen_resolution

But if your question related more to thinkpad specifics, then here's a couple of points of interest:

The FlexView screens, UXGA and SXGA+ on the T6*p models are IPS technology TFT's, which in general have much wider viewing angles and better color gamut. apparently though the UXGA is discontinued.

The QXGA was a CTO option on the R50p and was never sold as a regular model.

The Z series hold the reigns when it comes to widescreen, and the Z6*p are WUXGA.

etc. Browsing the config's will tell you more, as will searching through here, google, and lenovo's pages.

Good luck!