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    Can't Decide Between M11X and M15X

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by jasonlee, Jul 13, 2010.

  1. jasonlee

    jasonlee Newbie

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    I need help deciding between a brand new m11x and a used m15x. The m11x costs $800 while the m15x costs 750. I plan to play aion and final fantasy 14. I will also be joining the navy this week so I will need one that will last awhile. Thanks and I'm typing on my phone.

    I like the m11x, but wished it was bigger

    m11x spec:
    intel core 2 duo su7300
    4gb ddr3 ram
    250gb 7200rpm hard drive
    bluetooth
    nvidia geforce gt 335m 1gb

    m15x spec:
    4gb ram
    intel core2 duo 2.4ghz
    512mb radeon hd 3870
     
    jasonlee, Jul 13, 2010
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  2. nodeffect

    nodeffect Notebook Evangelist

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    I would buy the new m11x.... the old m15x has hinge problems, heating problems, and some other kinds of problems that I often heard people complaining. m11x is much safer and have better support.
     
    nodeffect, Jul 13, 2010
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  3. DaneGRClose

    DaneGRClose Notebook Virtuoso

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    Why not check out the Dell Outlet Store? You can get the new M15xR2's with core i3 or i5 cpus. and decent specs for about that same price after the coupons you can find, and they come with a full warranty like new systems. Dell puts out outlet coupons of between 15-25% all the time, and they ship instantly from the outlet.
     
    DaneGRClose, Jul 13, 2010
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  4. mb67

    mb67 Notebook Evangelist

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    You mentioned joining the Navy- Ship space is really tight. The smaller the better. ;) I'm in the USAF (Air Guard now after being active duty for a long time :p) and for traveling purposes the M11X is really nice to tote. :)
     
    mb67, Jul 13, 2010
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  5. jasonlee

    jasonlee Newbie

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    Aww so sad, wished I knew about the outlet. I just checked the outlet and damn the prices are cheap! I even used the coupon..oh well, I ended up buying the m11x after starting this topic. So far so good, I like it already.
     
    jasonlee, Jul 14, 2010
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  6. Mr Pras

    Mr Pras Hardware and systems

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    I think you made the right choice :)
     
    Mr Pras, Jul 14, 2010
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