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    GPU Downclocking *Fix*

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by Winrarh, Jun 18, 2011.

  1. Winrarh

    Winrarh Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have found that MSI Afterburner (probably any other GPU overclocking software) can easily override the battery downclocking. I have my core speed set at 450mhz and ram at 700mhz. No shutdowns on battery yet, and lags a heck less than when its at 203mhz. I'll try going higher later today.
     
    Winrarh, Jun 18, 2011
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    Winrarh Notebook Enthusiast

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    Stock (On AC): P1421
    Result

    500Mhz Core & 800Mhz Mem (On Battery): P1207
    Result

    I'm unable to run it in at downclocked Balanced Mode speeds for some reason, it still runs at 509Mhz even on batteries.
     
    Winrarh, Jun 18, 2011
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    ninja2000 Mash IT

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    thats excelleny work. +rep

    hows battery life at 450?

    Also does it keep the fan any quieter?
     
    ninja2000, Jun 19, 2011
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    Winrarh Notebook Enthusiast

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    Not sure about the battery life but the fan doesnt get any quieter :(
     
    Winrarh, Jun 19, 2011
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