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    460m vs 560m

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Toledano, Aug 21, 2011.

  1. Toledano

    Toledano Notebook Evangelist

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    Hey guys, I have the 460m, and now that they have the 560m, is there really a difference? And if there is, is it possible for me to upgrade the card? Any comments would be greatly appreciated :)
     
    Toledano, Aug 21, 2011
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  2. Simplified

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    560m = Power optimized 460m with higher clocks.

    Possible to upgrade = yes.

    Worth to upgrade = no.
     
    Simplified, Aug 21, 2011
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  3. Toledano

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    No idea what that means

    Nice that i can upgrade

    Not worth it? Money saved :)
     
    Toledano, Aug 21, 2011
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  4. Dr. J

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    Nearly the same card but 560 clocked 100mhz higher. Check some of the reviews online.
     
    Dr. J, Aug 21, 2011
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  5. Brabostaan

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    If you allready have a 460m it is not worth to upgrade to he 560m.

    If you are on a budget and not a hardcore gamer that care's about every FPS on max. setings the 560m will serve you well for the money it costs.
     
    Brabostaan, Aug 21, 2011
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  6. Toledano

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    ok, thanks a lot guys.
     
    Toledano, Aug 21, 2011
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  7. chennaxin95

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    go for it if you are not planning change your graphic card yourself or you don't have the budget for 6970m. Otherwise i wouldn't suggest you to do the upgrade.
     
    chennaxin95, Aug 21, 2011
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