Howdy jabbott313-ga,
Their main differences are found in processor type and speed, amount of RAM,
hard drive speed and size, display size and weight. Here are specifications
for the A, R & T Series ThinkPads.
The A Series, not made anymore, has these specifications; from a ZDNet review.
http://reviews-zdnet.com.com/IBM_ThinkPad_A_series/4507-3121_16-20344466.html
Processor: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz - Pentium 4-M 2GHz
RAM: 128M - 256M DDR SDRAM
Hard Drive: 20 - 60 GB IDE
Display: 14.1 - 15" TFT
Weight: 6.8 - 7.7 lbs
Other: CD/DVD - CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo
As the R/T Series are either wireless capable or have wireless installed, it
is somewhat "apples and oranges" to compare the A Series to the R/T series.
R Series specifications from the IBM web site.
http://www-132.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?categoryId=2302836&catalogId=-840
Processor: Intel Celeron M Processor 1.30GHz - Pentium M Processor 1.40GHz
RAM: 128M - 256M DDR SDRAM
Hard Drive: 20 - 40 GB
Display: 14.1" - 15" TFT
Weight: 5.6 - 6.7 lbs
Other: CD-ROM or CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo IV
T Series specifications from the IBM web site.
http://www-132.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?categoryId=2072541&catalogId=-840
Processor: Intel Pentium M Processor 1.40GHz - 1.6GHz
RAM: 256 - 512 DDR SDRAM
Hard Drive: 40 GB
Display: 14.1 TFT
Weight: 4.5 - 5.0 lbs.
Other: CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo
As one might expect, the lighter the computer, the more it costs. R Series
ThinkPads starts at $849 and the T Series starts at $1449.
If you need any clarification, feel free to ask.
Search Strategy:
Searched on the IBM web page.
http://www.ibm.com/
Google search on: ThinkPad "A Series"
://www.google.com/search?q=ThinkPad+%22A+Series%22
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Request for Answer Clarification by
jabbott313-ga
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06 May 2004 14:35 PDT
IS THEIR ANY APPRECIABLE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE R SERIES AND T SERIES?
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Clarification of Answer by
denco-ga
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06 May 2004 17:43 PDT
Howdy jabbott313-ga,
Better performance is usually inherent to having a faster processor, but
can also depend on factors that are not "built in" to the computer, such
as how much RAM is added to the system.
Yes, there is a difference between the R and T Series in that the fastest
processor for the R series is the Pentium M Processor running at 1.40GHz and
and the T Series is available with the same processor running at 1.60GHz. It
is hard to quantify that as "appreciable" as the speed increase is only part
of the "formula" and the .2GHz boost might not make that much difference.
Keep in mind that the T Series only comes with a 14.1" display, while you
can get a 15" display with the R Series. There is also the weight difference
of up to a 1.7 pounds, which can add up fast with multiple business flights.
As with the A Series compared to the R/T Series being a bit "apples and
oranges," so it is with comparing the R Series to the T Series. They are
aimed are two different groups, with the people opting for the T Series
worrying about weight and size, and not so much about the price.
Whether the trade off in slightly faster speed, size and weight is worth
$600 or more is a good question. If one was on a budget, and didn't have
to lug a laptop on lots of business trips, they should probably go with
the Series R. If the company is picking up the tab, go for the Series T.
So, it is not so much the R Series is better than the T Series, but tather
they are different.
For future reference, you might want to wait for the requested clarification
of your Question before rating the Answer. We aim to provide the response
that you need, even if it is not initially stated in your Question.
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Request for Answer Clarification by
jabbott313-ga
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07 May 2004 11:02 PDT
OOPS, SORRY. HOW CAN I CHANGE MY RATING FOR YOUR ANSWERES FROM FOUR STARS TO FIVE?
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Clarification of Answer by
denco-ga
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07 May 2004 13:47 PDT
Howdy jabbott313-ga,
That's one of the reasons you shoulf wait on a response to your clarification
question. Once an Answer is rated, there is no changing it.
Not a problem; we just want to make sure you are satisfied with the Answer that
you receive. I appreciate the thought!
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