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    Display Options: Which one should I choose?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Kattmandu, Jun 6, 2014.

  1. Kattmandu

    Kattmandu Notebook Enthusiast

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    Included in Price
    17.3" WLED FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare Display

    + $147.00
    17.3" 120Hz WLED FHD (1920 x 1080) TrueLife Display w/3D Bundle

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    Kattmandu, Jun 6, 2014
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  2. Scale

    Scale Notebook Enthusiast

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    If i am correct if you select the 3D screen the integrated GPU will be disabled because it can only output 60hz, This will cause more battery drain.

    So if you are going for "portable" / longer battery life i would choice the FHD, If you are going for optimal gaming experience then 120hz/3D would be nice.
     
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    Is the main difference 120Hz vs 60Hz? Or does the image look a whole lot better on the 120Hz? The reason for this computer is gaming but battery life would be nice too. I really wouldn't do any 3D glasses gaming.
     
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    eXtreme Burrito! Notebook Geek

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    How about you keep your build to one thread instead of making a new thread for each option you have a question about

    Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk
     
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    Does it matter? Maybe someone else reading down the road is only interested in display options. Is there a forum rule I missed about build option posting? How about you offer advice about the subject of this post?
     
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    J.Dre Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The 120Hz screen is twice as good as the standard 1080p screen. But as mentioned above, it will cut battery life in half. You'll have to take your PSU wherever you go. You get an upgraded screen, no Optimus issues, and 3D glasses, all for $147. I think that's worth it.

    For future reference: there have been at least two dozen others who have asked this very question. You should use the search function before making a thread. I'm willing to bet whatever other questions you may want to ask have already been answered, too. ;)
     
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    Valid point. And, I actually did do that after my post. It seems it's a matter of preference. Some people prefer the matte finish because it has virtually no glare or reflections while others prefer the much better image quality on the glossy 120Hz display.

    Update: I ordered the 120Hz. :D
     
    Kattmandu, Jun 6, 2014
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    IanC Notebook Evangelist

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    i have had my m17 120hz for about 4 months now, and if i had my time again i would still choose the 120hz... simply stunning in every way. Yes the battery will drain a bit quicker but the performance for me outweigh the slightly less battery life...
     
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