Alienware instead of building...

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kylej866

Discussion Starter · Mar 15, 2009

I think rather then building my rig (see my sig) I am going to get an Alienware.

Although building may get a me a cheaper but more powerful system, I have to sacramental my mobility.

I am an on-the-go person kind of guy so a laptop would better suit my needs.

Should I still build, or get an alienware?

Alienware Specs:

Alienware Area 51 M17

Video/Graphics Card: Dual 512MB ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 3870 - CrossFireX™ Enabled!
Processor: IntelÂ® Core™2 Quad Q9000 2.00GHz (6MB Cache, 1066MHz FSB)
Design & Display: Black Skullcap Design
Chassis: 17-Inch WideXGA+ 1440 x 900 LCD (720p)
Keyboard Options: Illuminated Keyboard - Alienware Exclusive Design - Astral Blue
Operating System (Office software not included): Genuine Windows VistaÂ® Ultimate (64-bit Edition) with Service Pack 1
Notebook Tuners and Remotes: Without Media Center Remote Control or TV Tuner
Memory: 3GB Dual Channel DDR3 SO-DIMM at 1066MHz - 1 x 2048MB + 1 x 1024MB
System Drive: Single Drive Configuration - 250GB 7,200RPM (8MB Cache) w/ Free Fall Protection
Optical Drives : 8x Dual Layer Burner (DVDÂ±RW, CD-RW)
Wireless Network Card: Internal Wireless b/g (Full Mini-Card)
Sound Card : Internal High-Definition Audio with Surround Sound

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sgdude

· #2 · Mar 15, 2009

BUILD!
If you need a laptop get the Gateway FX. MUCH cheaper and will game well. 3870 CF is pretty outdated now.

Blue_Fire

· #3 · Mar 15, 2009

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Originally Posted by sgdude

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BUILD!
If you need a laptop get the Gateway FX. MUCH cheaper and will game well. 3870 CF is pretty outdated now.

not in laptops it's not. 3870 is better than most available options.
EDIT: but i really have to suggest you do not buy and alienware laptop, as they are REALLY overpriced.

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Benladesh

· #4 · Mar 15, 2009

It really depends what you want to use your computer for. If you think that you need a laptop and would potentially regret the choice of getting a desktop, then a laptop would be much more idea.

Laptops are more expensive, much less powerful and generally not made to game unless you spend an important amount of money in them. If you just want a laptop for a few simple processes but want to game...I'd say build your rig for gaming and with the money you save, buy a cheap laptop which will support basic things like internet, word, chat .etc

That was you will be able to game at home and have a powerful computer but also have a laptop for more on the go things.

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Arbiter419

· #5 · Mar 15, 2009

It's so sad to see people buying alienware...

As mentioned above, take a look at alternative gaming laptops, like Gateway's FX series. MSI has some nice ones too.

Just please, PLEASE don't buy alienware.

kylej866

Discussion Starter · #6 · Mar 15, 2009

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Originally Posted by Benladesh

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It really depends what you want to use your computer for. If you think that you need a laptop and would potentially regret the choice of getting a desktop, then a laptop would be much more idea.

Laptops are more expensive, much less powerful and generally not made to game unless you spend an important amount of money in them. If you just want a laptop for a few simple processes but want to game...I'd say build your rig for gaming and with the money you save, buy a cheap laptop which will support basic things like internet, word, chat .etc

That was you will be able to game at home and have a powerful computer but also have a laptop for more on the go things.

Thanks! That just made my decision. +rep

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-iceblade^

· #7 · Mar 15, 2009

what's the budget. i'm sure we can find a cheaper laptop for you for about the same price.

D3TH.GRUNT

· #8 · Mar 15, 2009

buy a lappy from ibuypower.com there cheap prices and you get a really great product, my friend got a killer one bout a year ago from them, and he loves it!

pulse223

· #9 · Mar 15, 2009

Asus G series laptops are also pretty amazing

But honestly...regardless of how "oh-the-go" you are, think carefully before going for a gaming laptop. have you ever actually tried carrying a 17in beast on your back/shoulder?? Not to mention youll be tethered to a plug the whole time

I have a 15.4 gaming notebook and honestly, these are not what theyre hyped up to be.

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Blue_Fire

· #10 · Mar 15, 2009

lol get an asus g series laptop, and then put a 4860 mobility in it when they come out.

Asus Mobile

· #11 · Mar 15, 2009

What is the cost? Unless you must have the stylings of Alienware consider something else.

Say?

W90VP-A1 $2346.43

Display:
18.4" WUXGA (1920x1080) Glossy
Video Card:
(1024MB Total) Dual 512MB DDR3 ATI HD4870's in (CROSSFIRE)
Processor:
IntelÂ® Core 2 Quad "Montevina" Q9000 2.0GHz 64-Bit 1066MHz FSB 6MB L2 Cache
Memory:
6GB DDR2 800MHz
Hard Drive:
Dual 320GB 7200RPM Hard Drives (640GB Total)

Notice 2x 4870's

Link.

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clbkdaz

· #12 · Mar 15, 2009

Here's the deal...for the price you will pay for an Alienware laptop...you can buy a very nice one from cyberpower or ibuypower...and still have enough left over to build a decent system for the house.

Don't get me wrong...I love Alienware - but they are so darn overpriced that what you are really paying for is the little alienhead logo on the cover. Your money is better spent on performance rather than on a name.

Inktfish

· #13 · Mar 15, 2009

Laptops for gaming...

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kylej866

Discussion Starter · #14 · Mar 15, 2009

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Originally Posted by Asus Mobile

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What is the cost? Unless you must have the stylings of Alienware consider something else.

Say?

W90VP-A1 $2346.43

Display:
18.4" WUXGA (1920x1080) Glossy
Video Card:
(1024MB Total) Dual 512MB DDR3 ATI HD4870's in (CROSSFIRE)
Processor:
IntelÂ® Core 2 Quad "Montevina" Q9000 2.0GHz 64-Bit 1066MHz FSB 6MB L2 Cache
Memory:
6GB DDR2 800MHz
Hard Drive:
Dual 320GB 7200RPM Hard Drives (640GB Total)

Notice 2x 4870's

Link.

WOW! Alienware was $2,561 that one is wayyy better. Thanks

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Lxcivic2k1

· #15 · Mar 15, 2009

Laptops are the only thing that alienware is priced decent at. I couldn't recommend an alienware desktop, but laptops I could unless they've changed, they use to be a good deal.

Asus Mobile

· #16 · Mar 15, 2009

Alienware are overpriced always have been. Just most people don't know a lot about performance notebooks. Performance and notebook= Clevo. MSI and Asus have a few also.

wierdo124

· #17 · Mar 15, 2009

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buy a lappy from ibuypower.com there cheap prices and you get a really great product, my friend got a killer one bout a year ago from them, and he loves it!

iBuyPower earned the nicnkames YouBuyCrap, and WhyBuyCrap for a reason you know. They're worse than CyberPowerPC. Alienware, facepalm.

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sgdude

· #18 · Mar 15, 2009

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Originally Posted by Asus Mobile

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What is the cost? Unless you must have the stylings of Alienware consider something else.

Say?

W90VP-A1 $2346.43

Display:
18.4" WUXGA (1920x1080) Glossy
Video Card:
(1024MB Total) Dual 512MB DDR3 ATI HD4870's in (CROSSFIRE)
Processor:
IntelÂ® Core 2 Quad "Montevina" Q9000 2.0GHz 64-Bit 1066MHz FSB 6MB L2 Cache
Memory:
6GB DDR2 800MHz
Hard Drive:
Dual 320GB 7200RPM Hard Drives (640GB Total)

Notice 2x 4870's

Link.

decent deal for a 45nm quad and 2x4870! I second getting this!

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edwardm

· #19 · Mar 15, 2009

I've heard positive things about the Gateway FX laptops and their prices look pretty reasonable compared to others

mr.derp

· #20 · Mar 15, 2009

Those quad and sli/crossfire laptops over heat like crazy. If you want a gaming laptop, like others said, get a fx. They aren't as cheap as they before they updated them but they're still a good price. I remember how the older ones were priced ridiculously low, they competed against laptops equipped with 8600 gt's.

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