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    AMD support and reliability?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by CrossXedge, May 22, 2012.

  1. CrossXedge

    CrossXedge Notebook Consultant

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    I was thinking of getting the R4 with the 7970m, but I've always used Nvidia. Finding their drivers and getting support for them is easier. How reliable are the 7970m's and how long do you think they will last for future games?
     
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  2. San Pedro

    San Pedro Notebook Geek

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    I've had same amount of problems with nvidia and AMD. I think the price/performance of the 7970 is unbeatable.

    The biggest problem with AMD mobility drivers is that our Alienwares aren't really supported since we are using switchable graphics, but they may change sine the 7970m uses Enduro.
     
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