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    Help deciding between an Alienware 15 and 13? Opinions needed

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by Spunky424, Feb 15, 2017.

  1. Spunky424

    Spunky424 Notebook Consultant

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    So i'm debating between the these two laptops the specs for both are as follows:

    Alienware 13 - Model: AW13R2-8900SLV
    • Intel Core i7-6500U Processor 2.5GHz
    • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M 2GB GDDR5
    • 16GB RAM
    • 500GB HDD
    • Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64-bit
    • Killer Gigabit Network
    • Killer 1535 802.11ac 2x2 Wireless
    • Bluetooth 4.1
    • 13.3" Full HD IPS Anti-glare Display
    Alienware 15
    • Model Number: Alienware 15 P42F
    • Screen Size: 15.6"
    • Screen: 1920x1080
    • Processor Type: Intel i7-4710HQ
    • Processor Speed: 2.50GHz
    • Memory:16GB
    • Hard Drive Capacity: 1TB HDD + 128GB SSD
    • Graphics: nVidia GeForce GTX 980M
    I know the Alienware 13 is newer but the stronger graphics card is what is making me lean towards the 15. Both will cost roughly $800. is that even a fair price? please let me know your thoughts. portability of either laptop isnt a really big issue. and when docked at home i'm planning on getting the alienware amplifier as well.
     
    Spunky424, Feb 15, 2017
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  2. ThatOldGuy

    ThatOldGuy Notebook Virtuoso

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    Apples and Oranges really.

    The AW 13 is a ULV processor Laptop for good battery life and portability. $800 is too much imho. You should be able to get one with the GTX 965m or OLED for that price.
     
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  3. Spunky424

    Spunky424 Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for your input. do you think the price is reasonable for the alienware 15 for its specs?
     
    Spunky424, Feb 15, 2017
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    MahmoudDewy Gaming Laptops Master Race!

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    The 15 hands down and I personally believe the price is very good
     
    MahmoudDewy, Feb 15, 2017
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  5. ThatOldGuy

    ThatOldGuy Notebook Virtuoso

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    not a huge deal. I would call it a fair price
     
    ThatOldGuy, Feb 15, 2017
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