Alienware 17 or M14x R5 120hz display question

Top of the day peeps!

Got a quick question regarding the 3d 120hz display on the AW17, is that a glossy display or matte?

 

I believe the 120Hz/3D bundle has a glossy finish over the panel.

 

I read that on the new models it has anti-glare technology. See: Dell TrueLife™ LCD Screens - What is it?. Dell describe the panel as 'truelife'

 

Thanks to both of you that replied. I actually prefer it to be glossy since I have a bad experience with matte panels lately being grainy and the smudgy dirty look and glossy solves that issue by having a much vivid and clearer panel.

J.Dre is saying it is glossy like on the m17x r4 and micky Is saying that it is matte w/ truelife but which one it is?

 

The video I saw on YouTube of someone unboxing the 120Hz 3D bundle had a glossy finish. It's not as bad as the M17x R4, though. :thumbsup:



Goto 2:28 and start watching the screen.

 

Kinda both if you read up on it. It is a glossy finish (not matte) but has anti-glare technology. I was checking this out when I was thinking of getting one. Only seen a couple of reviews and they were positive. Glossy screen on this one is it's worst feature but I also prefer glossy for low-light gaming

 

I actually think it's a nice combination of the two. The bundle is definitely not nearly as glossy as the M17x R4...

 

This is exactly how it is, it's a great combination of both.

 

Anyone know the part number for the AW 17 120hz 3D replacement screen?

 

Look at post #3 (parts list) in the Alienware 17 Owner's Lounge.

3FVH7 17.3 FHD WLED TLF 3D with eDP cable (GN36T,N392W)

 

Thanks Mr. Fox. I'm curious if this screen is any different than the previous m17x-R3/R4.

 

Read from post #3 in this thread!


Edit: The R4 introduced 3D Vision 2 with new glasses and a 'lightboost' display. I don't know if AW17 is lightboost?

 

So could you just replace a the anti glare screen with this one? Also would the 3d function with a 780m, or is there more to it then that. My replacement didn't come with the 3d screen which is fine , but if I can add it later I might think about it.

 

Yes, you would also need the cable as it plugs into a different MB port. The emitter is built into the assembly.

The 3D should function with any NV GPU that dell supply as standard for a specific model. Otherwise you can still get 120hz but no 3D. You will also have no optimus as the on-board will not be detected by the POST = less battery time.

Having an awesome time in Batman AO in 3D right now, a joy to behold, love it

 

Bought a used m17x R5 came with the 1600x900 has any one actually upgraded the screen? thinking 120hz screen would be awesome. How much any links to were I can buy it? Talked to Dell support said it wasn't possible to upgrade.?

 

Hi there, others are looking into this, have a look here: http://forum.notebookreview.com/alienware-17-m17x/744470-aw17-120hz-screen-2.html.

Dell are a bit weird when it comes to buying parts. They look up your service tag and if the upgrade is not on their list then 'it's not possible' . It's got a lot worse since the AW17 (r5) was released. Dell decided to lock down the configs with things like; you can only get the 3D screen with a 780m, and on the M18 you can no longer get it with a single card and add one yourself later.

A lot of complaints at the time since you used to be able to pretty much build whatever you wanted. It's not just a case of screwing more money out of the customers. If they keep the officially supported configs to a minimum then support costs drop correspondingly - and they are more competitive with the prices now from what I saw.

Good luck