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    Does anyone know how to check whether screen has 60hz or 120hz screen?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Dn_93, Feb 14, 2013.

  1. Dn_93

    Dn_93 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi.

    I'm trying to buy a used M17X, and seller claims it has 120hz.
    Is there a way know whether it has 60hz or 120hz?
    (I'll be probably meet him locally to examine the laptop)

    Thanks!

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    by the way, does anyone know rough price for used
    2630QM
    GTX580M
    120hz ?
     
    Dn_93, Feb 14, 2013
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  2. Omen123

    Omen123 Notebook Consultant

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    I think only the 3D screens are 120HZ. If it's not 3D, then it's not 120HZ.
     
    Omen123, Feb 14, 2013
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    vic_doom69 Notebook Consultant

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    right click desktop and open nvidia control panel. click on change resolution. there will be a drop down box that says refresh rate at the top. if there is a 120hz option then its a 120hz screen
     
    vic_doom69, Feb 15, 2013
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