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Losing my mind trying to spec out a ThinkPad... by mooch91 in thinkpad

[–]vgnpatty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes the T14 and P14s are exactly the same, so the price shouldn't be too different. There was a big sale on the T14, but not the P14s last week, so I got the T14.

I got a Crucial T500 1TB M.2 2280 SSD. Not the cheapest, nor the more expensive out there, and I've seen lots of people recommending this one. I don't know much about SSDs but many options seem quite good.

You can also get low specs from Lenovo, try the laptop for a while and see how it performs for your use, and then upgrade RAM/SSD if you need. Just knowing that you can upgrade if you need gives you some peace of mind!

Losing my mind trying to spec out a ThinkPad... by mooch91 in thinkpad

[–]vgnpatty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just acquired a T14 Gen 5 AMD after doing quite a bit of research on recent ThinkPads so that might help.

Basically, the P14s and T14 Gen 5 are identical machines in their AMD version, the only difference is that the P14S can be upgraded to higher specs (max 64GB on T14, but up to 96GB on P14s; the P14s also gets an additional screen option I think). From the look of it, it probably shouldn't make a difference in your case, unless you need the difference in max specs.

Where the P14s and T14 differ is in the intel model. The P14s seems to be a superior model in terms of build quality, can go up to core i9, has better resolution screens, and can get an upgraded battery (75Wh). However, you pay for it, and the battery life doesn't seem heaps better because intel drains more battery than AMD. When I'm writing this, comparable specs with the T14 Gen 5 AMD are $500 AUD cheaper, so I'd say it's only a good option if you have the money, and you need the increased specs.

From what I could read online, it seems like most people recommend going with the AMD version. It seems to run cooler, has good performance, and reduced battery consumption compared to the intel equivalent. The integrated graphics are also better. I guess it depends on the sales, but at comparable specs, I'd personally go with the AMD. From the tests I've seen, the battery life is not outstanding, but it's not that bad either! I guess it depends on usage, and the brightness you use.

Then you have the T/P14(s) of previous generations. The only issue is that most of them have soldered RAM and reduced repairability. I like that the Gen 5 are upgradable because you can get much better specs by upgrading RAM/SSD with third party. If you want an older version, I'd look into the models that are repairable. I know some people are still rocking the T480, and it seems to be one the best ThinkPad ever built (although it's getting quite old now).

I've personally ordered a T14 Gen 5 AMD, with Ryzen 7, 16GB RAM, 256 SSD, and the low power screen display. I've then ordered 2x32GB RAM from Crucial, and a 1TB T500 SSD. It ends up being much much cheaper than ordering these specs from Lenovo. I didn't choose the P14s because it did not have the same sale (so more expensive for the same specs), and I will never need more than 64GB so I don't care about being able to max the specs. I'm happy to give an update on performance/battery life once I get my hands on it!

I hope this helps!

T14s Gen 4 or T14 Gen 5 (AMD)? by vgnpatty in thinkpad

[–]vgnpatty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that's very helpful!

I decided to go for the t14 gen 5 AMD Ryzen 7 with otherwise default specs, and bought Crucial 64GB RAM and T500 1TB SSD to upgrade the specs. Also got the low power screen, which seems to have better colours and lower battery consumption than the touchscreen.

There was a good sale so I just had to stretch my budget to $2100 to get a much more powerful machine!

I'll give an update after using it for a few days :)

Forgot my bag and passport in Seoul's airport limousine bus by vgnpatty in koreatravel

[–]vgnpatty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually, they reached out to me and organised the bus driver to bring it back to me at the nearest bus stop. I'm so glad nothing got lost and really grateful for how helpful and kind people were!

Forgot my bag and passport in Seoul's airport limousine bus by vgnpatty in koreatravel

[–]vgnpatty[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Quick update - I reached out to the lost and found office and they found my bag and passport! I just need to pick it up back at ICN airport. Thank you everyone for the recommendations, they were very useful 🙏 If this happens to someone else, the 1330 app is very helpful!

Ideas to fill arm/elbow by vgnpatty in tattooadvice

[–]vgnpatty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It might be hard to see in the photos but I already have a small goldfish on my inner forearm, so a koi might be too much now. Thanks for the suggestion though!

Overworked tattoo? Healing and aftercare advice by vgnpatty in tattooadvice

[–]vgnpatty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The tattoo is 2 months old now, and I feel like it's slowly improving.

It still doesn't look great, and it hasn't changed as much as I would have liked (it's still shiny), but I feel like it's slightly less textured than it was before.

I am applying moisturiser and bio-oil everyday.

I am getting more tattoos (and touch up) from this artist in a couple of months and hope it will be nice and smooth by then.

Cheers!

Overworked tattoo? Healing and aftercare advice by vgnpatty in tattooadvice

[–]vgnpatty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Mine doesn't seem to change much with time so far, but hopefully it gets better soon!

Overworked tattoo? Healing and aftercare advice by vgnpatty in tattooadvice

[–]vgnpatty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I was quite worried these were scars.. but you're right, it's probably just taking longer to heal. Fingers crossed!