Alienware New Model Speculation Thread

As much as I understand that point of view (and believe in it) the hard fact is this: The M17x with a 6970 is capable of playing every single game out there maxed out, apart from Metro 2033. I don't need more power than that, and the M18x is just too big and heavy for me.

And, as tempting as it is, the M18x will likely be just too expensive as well. I don't even know if I'll be able to scrape the money together for an M17x or an M14x as it is.

The reason I'm considering the M17x over the M14x is this will be my main computer, not a machine to go with another desktop (or laptop). The M14x just seems too small. And the HDMI in on the M17x is a massive bonus for me.

 

Thanks for the flashback link Speedy! I sure wish Alienware would at least offer some custom Paint Jobs like they had on their old machines.

 

I see a fully loaded (or close to it) M18x in my future.

 

you loose that ability to customize like that when you market to 20 countries and have to ship thousands a month.

Its also why they are 1500 cheaper now

 

sweetness excited to see the M14x

 

Do you think theres any chance alienware will have an option to remove the optical drive on the m14x and replace it with something else ?

 

no...


10char

 

whats the "10char" thing mean ? im guessing its like rep power or somthing ?

 

It means 10 characters which is the minimum number of characters you can write in a post, so if you write less you just complete it with 10char

 

ah ok

10char lol

 

Why anyone would want to remove the optical drive? how you gonna install stuff, usb? You cant install most games unless you are on steam I guess but still, optical drive still useful.

 

I'd rather have a 560M, 460M or 485M in it and no optical drive, than a 555M with one. Just buy an external if you need it. *M11x*

 

Because you can use that space for a 1TB HDD for storage and the ODD is most of the time useless

 

I'm really torn between the m14x and the m11x. On one hand, the m11x has great portability, it's light, great battery, but a screen that's a little too small for my taste. On the other hand, the m14x has more power, some portability, a worse battery, and a screen that more fits what I want (13") than the m11x. I've been leaning towards the m11x for a while (mostly due to battery life and weight), but the main thing that has been worrying me is the screen size, which I fear may get tiresome to look at after an hour or so. I've had a netbook before and it bothered me to some extent, but it also was only 9", about 2.5" smaller than the m11x. My question to m11x R1/R2 owners: is it tiring to look at the small screen for a prolonged period of time? I'm mostly going to be gaming on it, but I also will be surfing a little and taking notes for school. Plus, how good can the m14x battery life be? I'd think that it would be significantly worse than the m11x as it uses "real" processors (not ULV), a larger screen (is that a factor?), and a more power-intensive GPU.

 

What coupon would that be?

 

where

a few people, amongst thousands of notebook enthusiasts, on a notebook forum (where believe it or not, only a minority percentage of dell and/or alienware customers congregate in the first place) willing to trade out one for the other, does not constitute "a lot"...

in reality, the M17x R3 already pushes the envelope of portability & performance in a notebook. the M18x is an entirely different system altogether, aimed for an entirely different market segment who doesn't mind being tethered all that much, for the ultimate experience in desktop replacements. the consumer segment and model usage is in general much different, and should not be confused...

 

If the performance is good enough, I'll upgrade around Chrstmas so I can stack the Dell Employee discount on top of whatever discounts there are at the time so I can get one at $500 or so.

 

its official for tuesday 19th for those who were doubting

 

Do you need more than 5 hours (m17x can get 4.5 - 5 hours) battery life for school ? For me, m11x is awesome toy but the screen is too small. I went to
Future Shop to check it out in person and compare it with Envy 14. I looked at the m11x screen for 10 min including typing and web surfing. Then switched to Envy. It is night and day !!! It is definitely tiresome to look at such small screen. Beside gaming, I need to read many document and charts. So m11x won't cut it. Just think about it yourself. Do you really want to look at such small screen for more than an hour when doing homework ? Also, I don't want my Diablo 3 character looks too small on screen

 

I will have to order my alienware immediately upon release, after waiting 6 + months it will just be an uncontrollable impulse.

having said that m11x or m14x hmmm

 

Totally agree. I think the last game I installed via DVD was SC2 and since then I've made an image of the DVD and if I need re-install just use that. CAKE. And yeah STEAM and digital downloads ALL THE WAY. I swapped out my optical to put in a 750GB WD black to go alongside my Vertex 2. So yeah, optical is pretty much useless to me.

 

External drive's are kind of a hassle, since the point is trying to be as portable as possible, and it's not that portable if you have to carry around a usb-powered external OD. Also, even if it was removed, and another fan installed, I doubt the m14x has the heating capability for the 485m. Maybe the 460m or 560m, but the 485m is a 100w monster that would probably melt the heatsink.

 

I know, just dreaming. I thing a 6870 would be amazing, but obviously no optimus, so I say a 560M.

 

^ I'm with kevmanw4301 sorry. I hardly use the optical drive along with many other people. Alienware could include an optical drive free. That would be nice.

I wished that they had removed the optical drive, added in a switchable 560m, and added another fan/heatsink. The last time I used an optical drive was in June 2010. Everyone has different needs though....

 

I'll be honest. I use an optical drive. Frequently. On my desktop. I burn alot of CD's, but for a mobile system, I dont need one, unless there is a Blu-Ray option. I actually love having a Bluray drive, since it allows me to watch my movies.

 

I totally agree on the bluray drive. I don't have much need for a dvd drive other than OS installs but bluray let's me watch some movies when I am away from my Media Center

 

NO WEBCAM?? that's a dealbreaker

 

So according to that its 11-12pm EST... on Tuesday... Hmm I think I'll come back to this forum then... LOL! The addiction hurts

 

ARGH... 5 more days to wait.. But that's better than not knowing!!! M14x!!! Still salivating...

 

For what it's worth... I had an M11x R1 and sold it 6 months later. Too small for my almost 40 yr old eyes. Gave me terrible headaches.

 

I hope the M18X comes out next week, hah.

 

There you go

 

I hear you, My m17x-R3 still in production and I might just cancel my order (since delivery still 3 weeks from now) and take the m18x instead, but the timing has to be correct.

 

so why the 19th ? some big event ?

 

Whats wrong with the image they choose for the post, pink background, unicorn and a rainbow?

 

Of course! one new day after the 18... and even one day before the 20...

 

lol may the carnivorous fluffy bunnies bite you !

cant wait though !

 

What's the opinion on the 720p screen on the m14x? Is it bad compared to 1600x900? Also how much do you think the m14x will cost with an i7263?

 

the 1366x768 screen is likely to be one of the normal run of the mill **** ones.

 

Can't wait for this m18x! I'm so happy I have a contact at Dell who works with me on pricing!

 

no backlit keyboard? the biggest dealbreaker is the colour >_< I was hoping for something magical

 

That looks more like one of the new HP Elitebooks on steroids.

 

Want to PM me his contact info?

 

looks more like a a hp elitebook with obesity problems

 

Any chance this will be offered with a matte screen?

 

No chance. Sold my M17x-R3 and R2, I'm ready for Avenger!

 

Joker, I wish I had the money for that.... Need... Power...

 

That announcement next week better be for the M18X or else! hahah.

 

It will be the stupid 11inch and the other 2 will be released at E3 in June

 

I want the M11x R3, M14x and M18x to all be announced, but the only one I care about is the R3.