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    Hex-core Processors In Alienware laptops??

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by skwizzle, Apr 23, 2012.

  1. skwizzle

    skwizzle Newbie

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    I was wondering if Alienware was going to add the option to add hexcore processors in any of there laptops like Origin or Sager do. They both offer the i7- 3930K desktop processors. I am looking for a full desktop replacement and would love to have the hexcore processing power in a laptop but I really like the the esthetics of the Alienware compared to Origin and Sager. Anyone know if we will be seeing any hexcore's anytime soon in Alienwares :)
     
    skwizzle, Apr 23, 2012
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  2. katalin_2003

    katalin_2003 NBR Spectre Super Moderator

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    Dell/Alienware laptops use mobile processors.
     
    katalin_2003, Apr 23, 2012
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    Meaker@Sager Company Representative

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    Yes, there are no hex mobile parts so none will even fit in a mobile chipset machine.

    However if you are only interested in gaming then the overclocked quad in an alienware will outperform a hexcore CPU.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Apr 23, 2012
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