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What is the difference?  
« on: January 13, 2007, 09:31:26 AM »
I am searching for the ULTIMATE GAMERS notebook.  What is the difference in these two processors?
Games to be played mostly is of course the ultimate!!!!  WoW  *grinz*
AMDTurion64x2TL-56  and   Ntelcore core2 duo processor T5500??
Also, what notebook do you prefer for gaming?  I have approx. $3000.00 to spend.

Did I mention that I am a newb??? My geekdom rests in your hands!!

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #1 on: January 13, 2007, 11:10:33 AM »
The FAQ section isn't the place for this, can a mod please move this?
Thanks.
As for your question . . . the Core 2 is the better processor, but the CPU isn't the most important component for gaming, the GPU is.
What games do you play?  Just WoW or others too?
How many fps do you really want/need?
What other things do you want to do with it?
Screen size needed?
Battery life needed?
Other features?
Why a notebook?
$3000 will buy you a great gaming notebook, but you could get the best ever gaming desktop for that money - do you need a notebook?
For us to advise you properly, we need a more specific post about what exactly you want.
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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #2 on: January 13, 2007, 08:47:35 PM »
Order a laptop from Alienware. These are great gaming laptops. 8-)
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« Reply #3 on: January 14, 2007, 03:44:14 AM »
Some people don't like Alienware though, they either say they're way overpriced, which they are, or they don't like the styling.
Personally I wouldn't have one, I'd prefer one that's less flashy and therefore less likely to get stolen.
Each to their own though, and Alienware are powerful, as are most of the boutique gaming notebook manufacturers' products.

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #4 on: January 14, 2007, 03:50:38 AM »
With that kind of budget you can afford it though.
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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #5 on: January 14, 2007, 03:52:45 AM »
Indeed.
Or you could get a more powerful one from another manufacturer.
Again, not "dissing" anyone, just saying.
I wish I had that kind of money to spend now . . . I did, but I spent it on this laptop, now I wish I hadn't . . .

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #6 on: January 14, 2007, 06:12:00 AM »
Thanks for finding the right forum for this Cal.   *winks*

I am looking at Sager as well as Alienware....Sager is what my boyfriend has and loves it, while it is not a boutique computer he tells me that the speed is important that is why I asked about the cpu...

I need a notebook for work as well as gaming.  I prefer to sit on my couch to game *quite frankly* as it seems less like work and more like leisure to me.   *honestly*

I am just starting the online gaming world and want the best for the money and one that will allow me to keep up as best as I can with the ever changing tech world.

Thanks again...please keep the reply coming.  

I need a tech guru...any takers?  * she giggles and skips away*
« Last Edit: January 14, 2007, 07:29:39 AM by christal »

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #7 on: January 14, 2007, 06:16:55 AM »
I didn't find the forum, it was Fed who moved it.
Thanks Fed.
If you want it on your lap you'll want one that doesn't put out too much heat and one that's not too heavy, which may limit you you to a smaller and less powerful notebook.
What screen size do you want?
How light does it need to be?
Battery life?
What other features do you want?
What will it be used for, other than gaming?
How long do you want to keep the notebook for?
This is a great site for notebook reviews and info.
I also "moonlight" over at their forum lol.

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #8 on: January 14, 2007, 06:36:37 AM »
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I didn't find the forum, it was Fed who moved it.
Thanks Fed.
If you want it on your lap you'll want one that doesn't put out too much heat and one that's not too heavy, which may limit you you to a smaller and less powerful notebook.
What screen size do you want?
How light does it need to be?
Battery life?
What other features do you want?
What will it be used for, other than gaming?
How long do you want to keep the notebook for?
This is a great site for notebook reviews and info.
I also "moonlight" over at their forum lol.


Thanks Fed.  *grinz*

I don't know about battery life *the newb thing again, sorry*  but I want at least 19 inch screen, I will have a laptop desk soweight and the heat is not too too much an issue other then protecting the puter.
Memory is key to me I plan to have the computer as long as possible without falling behind in the tech race.  I always tend to want the new gadgets out there.  Price is not really an issue here.  
I need one that can do the basics as far as other then gaming, you know, documents, excel, surfing, blogging...etc..

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #9 on: January 14, 2007, 06:42:27 AM »
You'll struggle to find a 19" screen on a notebook.
They are available, but very uncommon and expensive.  I've even seen a 20.1" screen.  However, larger than 17" isn't really feasible or easy to find.
Mainstream is 15" or 15.4" widescreen, gaming tends to be 17" widescreen.
If you're going to use it plugged in, battery life isn't an issue for you.
A gaming laptop's battery will be short anyway because of the powerful components.
By memory, do you mean RAM or HDD space?
RAM is fast temporary storage - more of it improves the PC's ability to multitask, helps games load faster and play more smoothly, and soon.
HDD space is storage, where programs and games are installed to, and where you store documents.
An 80Gb disk is standard, they now go up to 160Gb.
Look for a 7200rpm disk rather than a slower 5400rpm or 4200rpm, as games will load faster and the laptop will boot much quicker.  Overall performance will also be better.
What games do you plan to play?
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« Reply #10 on: January 14, 2007, 06:51:45 AM »
That is very good info for me..thanks.

I will play WoW, and uh...poker...*giggles* and as far as others...I am open to suggestions.  Just about everybody I know is on Wow, so I thought it would be a good place to start.  Are there other good ones I should consider?  How about a beginners game on DnD? Is there one online?

The Sager does offer a 20 inch as well as certain Alienware models.... I want fast loading and speed for multi tasking..and HEY can't a girl have both??

I am afraid I have too much zeal and little knowledge on the terminologies for computers...I am getting "info" hooked though and want to do homework on it and learn as much as I can in this field...it is facinating what this site has to say.  I fear I may annoy everyone with my questions.  
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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #11 on: January 14, 2007, 07:03:11 AM »
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Order a laptop from Alienware. These are great gaming laptops. 8-)
I am looking at their Aurora m9700 of course it will be uber sized.

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #12 on: January 14, 2007, 07:05:08 AM »
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Indeed.
Or you could get a more powerful one from another manufacturer.
Again, not "dissing" anyone, just saying.
I wish I had that kind of money to spend now . . . I did, but I spent it on this laptop, now I wish I hadn't . . .
what is your regret on a laptop?  You have me wondering now...Humm *scratches her head* :-?

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #13 on: January 14, 2007, 07:18:56 AM »
Laptop to me means light and portable, not this



http://laptopmag.com/Review/Dell-XPS-M2010.htm

At 20 pounds, that is a desktop, and a very expensive one too.  ::)
« Last Edit: January 14, 2007, 07:23:04 AM by GX1_Man »

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Re: What is the difference?  
« Reply #14 on: January 14, 2007, 07:26:14 AM »
LMAO

That is awesome....and yes true..I can see it can get out of hand.

I was thinking, we need a lazyboy with a built in lap top.....what do you think?  It would revolutionize the world...and then we could have Budweiser and then maybe uhh let's see...Frito/Lay to endorse it...course then I am sure Jenny Craig would want her grubby paws on it too.  whew...