Whew, what's the best deal FS

[toddreg]

on the board right now in a "professional" opinion? Sub $500 that is.

[basketb]

I'm probably dense, but what is it that your are asking us?

[underclocker]

No brainer, mine -> http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=71686

[Thomcat]

Here's another option:

http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=70716

[toddreg]

What I am asking is some help ascertaining what someone who understands all the differences in the thinkpad line would consider a good deal from the deals currently available on the board. I am not that familiar with the Thinkpad line. I do need a good screen, of the 15" variety.

[underclocker]

I do need a good screen, of the 15" variety.

Not sure what "good" means (no scratches or high resolution or both), but this is a nice machine -> http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=71450

I also have an absolutely mint Z60m that I haven't listed yet (15.4" WXGA LCD) that will be about $350, you can PM me for the details if you're interested.

[toddreg]

on the Dell

[basketb]

You should probably list all of your requirements so people can help you find a good deal.
e.g., 15" screens come in XGA, SXGA+ and UXGA resolutions (+ the widescreen variants, if you like widescreen). What resolution are you comfortable with? (e.g., I would not take anything below UXGA or WUXGA, but your eyes may not like it (because of the high resolution)).

[toddreg]

15" SXGA no need for widescreen

[basketb]

You may want to do what ranchmom5 did and solicit feedback on what would be a good Thinkpad for your needs and budget. Then you can open a new WTB (want to buy) thread, similar to this one: http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=71460 and state all your requirements

[ajkula66]

If you want an IPS LCD, then T43.

If you want a Core Duo CPU, R60.

Or add a few bucks and get both in a T60.