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    Alienware vs XPS......

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by edeech, Jan 16, 2011.

  1. edeech

    edeech Notebook Enthusiast

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    OK folks, here is a puzzler.....since I can get the exact same components, down to the mfg, ect. Why would I want to spend extra for the Alienware vs XPS? The lights? The only difference I can fathom is the cooling configuration, perhaps better fans/airflow slots? Is mobo same as well, assuming all else is confirmed the same? Please point out differences....
    I am not a heavy gamer, so perhaps XPS is the way to go? (hey, its not a total bail on Alienware, the cash stays inhouse :)
     
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  2. raven evo

    raven evo Notebook Consultant

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    I assume this is m15x vs XPS 15.I'm not so knowledgeable on this stuff but i had a little play and XPS graphics card is worse.(thought no problem for you)
    And i think a fully spec'd 15X is stronger than a fully spec'd XPS 15.

    I don't know about the mobo's sorry but the alienware's are well built and have great airflow, easy to upgrade in the future too and the lights are cool :p
    I'm finding it a bit hard to answer you, i think if you posted both specs that would be easier....for me at least
     
    raven evo, Jan 16, 2011
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  3. XmDXtReMeK

    XmDXtReMeK Notebook Consultant

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    M15x same specs = better cooling, pretty lights, heavier, no wide screen.
    Thats all, I would get XPS just because it has amazing speakers and for everyday use, I prefer widescreen.
     
    XmDXtReMeK, Jan 16, 2011
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    I don't know a lot about the latest XPS systems, but some points which I think are different... the M15x has:

    -5.1 surround output via 3 stereo jacks

    -easy accesible parts in case you want to upgrade something yourself

    -a really great screen compared to other systems (in my opinion... I have the 1080p)

    -Premium support (next business day service)

    -you already mentioned the lights, the design in general is unique

    -build quality is superb imo



    It really depends on your needs... the M15x is a powerful system, even a lower-end configuration will do a great job.


    Edit:
    Well, not exactly the same parts... take a look at the GPU for example. But since you're not a heavy gamer it probably won't matter anyway.
     
    svl7, Jan 16, 2011
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    Wait, no widescreen, what are you talking about? Last time I checked my M15x still had the 1080p screen...
     
    svl7, Jan 16, 2011
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  6. edeech

    edeech Notebook Enthusiast

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    The XPS I am looking at: I-740,Navidia GeForce GT445 8G ram@1333mhz, 256 SSD, bluetooth, advanced-n card, 2.0 webcam, backlit keyboard, HD 900 display, facial recognition, Win7 Ultimate, 9 cell battery, 2x USB, ect, and superior sound vs Alienware.
    All this for $400.00 less than M15X that has Ati 5730 card and lesser battery, no facial recognition (no big deal either way here...) same CPU and SSD.
    Anybody see value here?
     
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  7. Kratzen

    Kratzen Notebook Consultant

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    Just to specify.. the m15x does have facial recogniton (mine has anyway)...
     
    Kratzen, Jan 16, 2011
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  8. BatBoy

    BatBoy Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    BatBoy, Jan 16, 2011
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