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    Best Alienware M11x deal? (R1, R2, or R3?)

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by VoltCut875, Jul 3, 2011.

  1. VoltCut875

    VoltCut875 Newbie

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    Hey guys,

    My girlfriend who doesn't do any gaming just broke her HP laptop. She said she doesn't really care about getting a laptop but I want to surprise her with the M11x. I have the M15x and greatly enjoy the Alienware products. I am getting her an m11x because I want to be able to use it sometimes too =). I was wondering if anyone knows of the cheapest deal out there for an Alienware M11x. Trying not to spend an arm and a leg. I know the R1 U5400 series is going for $599. Any other really good deals? Thanks again
     
    VoltCut875, Jul 3, 2011
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  2. HTWingNut

    HTWingNut Potato

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    The U5400 is an R2 (same core as ULV i3/i5), and at $599 yes it is best bang for your buck. The CPU is close to R1 SU7300 though, so don't expect miracles when gaming.
     
    HTWingNut, Jul 3, 2011
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  3. shadvich

    shadvich Notebook Enthusiast

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    Any chance of the older core2duo models showing up on the outlet for 599 or less?
     
    shadvich, Jul 3, 2011
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  4. ejohnson

    ejohnson Is that lemon zest?

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    Get her a r1, best battery life, and still a solid machine that works on lots of games if she does want to play something.
     
    ejohnson, Jul 3, 2011
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    el_pitaya Notebook Consultant

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    yeap get her a r1 for best price/performance !
     
    el_pitaya, Jul 3, 2011
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  6. VoltCut875

    VoltCut875 Newbie

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    Any idea where to get one?
     
    VoltCut875, Jul 4, 2011
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    j7777v Notebook Enthusiast

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    Dell outlet or Ebay!
     
    j7777v, Jul 4, 2011
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    Descalzo Notebook Evangelist

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    Keep looking at the outlet. I got mine there for just under $500 after tax. I've seen others there from time to time as well.
     
    Descalzo, Jul 5, 2011
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