Xps L502

i5-2520M / i5-2540M / i7-2620M. The i5-2540M seems to be the new "mid-range" dual-core CPU.

 

2720qm + 2820qm as well..

 

oops just found this

Dell Online Store: Byg dit system

Alienware with the 2630qm! Upgrade to 2720qm costs 2400kr while 2820qm cost 4000kr ekstra!

2400kr = ca 400$
4000kr = ca 700$

 

well it's not exactly cheap to go from one i7 version to the next highest i7 now.. so those prices don't suprise me

On the L501 now it costs £280 to go from the 1.73gz i7 to the 1.86gz i7
on the new M17x it costs £240 to go from the (new) 2.00gz i7 to the 2.20gz... so if anything with the newer processors you're getting more speed for your money when it comes to upgrade cost.... I don't see what the problem is

 

Unless the 2630 is free, there's quite a markup.

 

Define "free". The M17x comes with a 2630 as standard

 

Does the Dell XPS L502 have the option of a BD-RE burner? Or is it just the same bluray reader?

 

Did you read the link I provided? The cost of a 2730 is $378. Unless the cost of a 2630 is $0 (free), then the upgrade cost mentioned by teamet (~$400) represents a significant mark up. It may be a standard markup, but its still significant.

 

How come there's no information on it other than that one website? And will it really be available February 1st? The SB Core i5 doesn't even come out until February 20th. Guess I'll have to wait until at least then...

 

Just arrived.

15 L501x)-Win.7 Ult.- i7-840QM - 8GB - 640GB HD - GeForce GT 435M 2GB with TV Tuner - 15.6FHD TLF B+RGLED LCD - Backlit Keyboard - Bluetooth 3.0 - 9 Cell Batt - Blu-ray Disc BD-Combo - Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250, 802.11 a/g/n

Is Sandy Bridge going to be that "BAD" that I should pass on this? I can. Are they really going to me a lot better than this?

 

I'm looking for the answer to this question as well.

 

Hey, apparently the Dell XPS 1502x will have 6X BD-RE. From Eric G: "bryan_rowe,
The XPS L502X will be available to order with either 8X DVD±RW or 6X BD-RE.
So the answer is Yes " Details of upcoming Dell XPS L502X - Dell News, Tips & Tricks

 

Well after all I read today, I'm certainly going for the SB 1502x. Intels comparison of the i7-2820 vs. i7-840 is what tipped the scale, not to mention all the extra stuff that will be enabled on the chip!

 

but then how disappointed will you be when it doesn't come out until march or april? I'm also betting on early February, but i've been waiting 4-5 months to find something that suits me.

 

I'd be a little disappointed, but not near as much than I would be if I had something that wasn't doing what I wanted, plus other stuff, as well as the new chip, if I had only waited a few days, or months as you have.

 

first post, been reading for a few weeks.

just had a chat with a dell rep and i though i'd post some of his replies. i left my info and his name out so no worries. these are all his unedited responses from the chat session with a few of my questions left in:

-As of this time, the XPS systems that will have the 2nd Gen processors is not released yet. However, it will be available within late February or early March.

-I know what you mean. The updates that has been cascaded to us by our marketing team says it should be available late Feb so that there will be plenty of systems available.

-I see. They may consider having a lot of customers getting the XPS with the 2nd gen since multimedia persons might also want to get these systems.

-I completely understand. It may also have a Full HD option as well as a 3D screen.

-I understand. There may be an option where you can get the Full HD screen without the 3D function. The 3D only requires a 120hertz refresh rate.

-I see. I believe it will have a GTX 4 series Nvidia card. But there are no confirmation what will exactly be included with the system.

-Okay. The graphics card on the Alienware may be swapped as well as with the XPS 17. But, it will require the same dimensions to fit in the laptop.

---will a bluray burner be offered?

-Not really available as of this time, but you may get an external blu ray burner if you like.

-I see. In my honest opinion, if you are not into the design of the Alienware and not an avid gamer, it would be best to get the XPS 17 that will have the new processor. It is more professional looking compared to the Alienware.

---is there any way you'd be able to email me directly when you get info on the new xps?

-I understand. Unfortunately, we are unable to send out emails for the updates on our end.


enjoy!

 

Thanks for that. I spoke with an EPP rep yesterday and was told almost the same. 17's will come out first. I haven't seen a 17 to see the size or it. I will end up with one or the other. I've already resigned to wait. The 15" with the i7-840 and the 1080p went back to them today.

 

Ugh, I don't want to wait that long! I've been waiting since October.

 

yeah, i'm tired of waiting too. i was given money to buy a new laptop for christmas and i've been doing a good job of holding onto it the past 5 weeks. idk if i can wait another 5 weeks! might just go over to xotic pc and see if i can find an alternative :/

 

Bring it out Dell. Everyone is waiting.

 

I know the XPS L502 hasn't even come out yet, but Will there actually be a XPS L503?


If so when MIGHT that appear? and what would be the possible changes/updates?

 

Well i just ordered my XPS 15 yesterday night. Im not gonna cancel my order until more info leaks on the XPS 15 R2. Whats Dells return/canceling policy?

 

It's a never-ending problem.

I believe that those who urgently need the laptop, should buy it and stop speculating on the output of the L502.

When the sale is expected 2gen, will start rumors about the L503 with a new processor.

Just a comment ..

 

Yea like I couldn't really wait because my SXPS16 was horribly slow on the games I wanted to play. If we keep waiting for the newest thing in technology, we will never buy anything.

 

That's technology for ya. The problem for me is just deciding on whether I really urgently need it or not. I've just been waiting for so long that I think I am done by the end of February. If the L502 is not out by the end of February, I'm getting the L501.

 

This is very ironic! You own a MBP and cannot wait to get an XPS 15. For me, my short-lived experience with the XPS L501x has driven me to the Mac camp. I am also debating whether to get a Core i5 15" MBP or wait for the Sandy Bridge refresh.

 

Although I tend to agree with your comment under most circumstances it doesn't apply now. Although the GT 500M series graphics are largely incremental, Sandy Bridge is not. This is a huge release for Intel and is a huge improvement on all fronts at no price increase. I suggest you read Anandtech's review and benchmarking.
With Sandy bridge already available in many laptops, anyone who buys anything better than a netbook at this late date without getting Sandy Bridge is crazy or ignorant IMHO. (Or an Apple fanboy

 

Would it be stupid if I wait for the L502X, and get a i5 Sandy Bridge processor? I'm afraid the i7 would suck rapid juice.

 

Egads, I hope not. That's basically what I'm doing. I'm in serious need of replacing my seven year old Dell Inspiron 700m, and I'm waiting on i5 Sandy Bridge processors in the XPS 15 before I make the jump.

 

I have been reading a lot about the Sandy Bridge Architecture and seems like its worth the wait. It does perform quite a lot better than the existing options. Is the graphic card likely to change in the L502x? That would certainly put it on par with the AMD's highest offering.

 

Y'all need to quit talking this way or you're going to make me feel the need to cancel my XPS 15 (i5-480) order! I'm in no major rush to get the laptop, except that I had an extra $75 off coupon that was going to expire before Feb 1st, and getting it at a good price was an important factor. Now I'm really starting to wonder...

 

It just depends on your needs/wants. I want it for video processing. I don't want sluggish editing with what I intend to be doing. SB fits the bill, and then some.

 

I want it for "all-purpose" use. Mostly general web browsing, but also some gaming, Photoshopping, movies, etc. Also to remote access my work computer when traveling. Nothing overly extensive, which is why I chose not to wait. But it's replacing a 6 year old Inspiron, so I'd like it to last a little while too.

 

I talked to a Dell and they said they had no information on when the XPS 15 SB will be released. She told me that the XPS 17 Sb will be out the 1st, but everyone already knows that

 

with what offering? the XPS line except for the 17, competes with the 5600/5700 series. And you cant compare the performance with the older SXPS line, since they have gimped in every possible way the power of the AMD gpus.

Nvidia is only good at the high end side, GTX 460m and upwards (with the notable exception of the GTX 480m, which is one of the worst cards that they ever made). However for that performance you have to pay a pretty penny for it.

Im not in any way an AMD fanboy, its just a matter of facts.

 

the 460m is a pretty poor card,, it costs way more, consumes more power, and is about as fast as an HD5850.
Really, high end, ATI is the way to gun unless price & power upsage is not an issue. Mid end nvidia is better because of optimus technology.

 

Bottom line is that sandy bridge is a huge jump for the first generation I-series processors. Check out the benchmarks.. And if you get the sandy bridge processor now, the ivy bridge ones the come out next year will fit in the same socket type.

IMO, anyone who ordered a Dell in the past two weeks should return it. The benchmarks of the procs alone make it worth it.

 

Depending on the price of course.

If you can pick up a first gen for £200/£300 cheaper and that fits what you need it for then will SB really be worth the extra?
It suits some people to have the latest and yes it will of course be better but getting a cheaper laptop that still does the job for most people should be considered.

 

I mean from what I've seen there's not a huge price jump from the 1st gen to the second gen.. If you're gonna pay full price for a new computer, you'd might as well get your monies worth right? I was just sayin that since this is a thread about the l502x's, I think people would be better off waiting another few weeks, paying a similar price, and getting more for their money. I've actually decide to go with a Sager from Xotic PC over waiting the l702x, so I can't say much about having patience lol. But I can also get sandy bridge, upgrade to a gtx 485m, and have it at my door within ten days of ordering

 

Hi,
i've a question and wan't to know, what you would do in my case: I just got the l501x with
Intel i5-460M
4GB Ram
Nvidia GT420M
500GB HDD
BlueRay Drive
Full HD Display
Bluetooth

for 779 Euro (Germany), which is 1060 USD, shipping included. Since there are scratches on the laptop which i didn't cause, i'll send it back. I need it for Multimedia, Gaming but i don't work much with videos and stuff like that. What would you do, send it back an wait for the SB Generation (i just need Core i5, not i7) or just get another new l501x? I mean, the price is not bad, isn't it?

Thanks,

regards

 

If you mean the current i7, then yes, it is bad for battery life. The SB i7s are supposed to be a lot better for power savings.

 

nah, price doesn't seem bad, but if it doesn't do what you want very well, and you have time to wait, then i'd say send it back and chill a few more weeks. sandy bridge is a huge jump in performance, and they should be offering a better graphics card in the l502x.

 

Yeah, same in AU. Quad core was only avail. for several weeks, now only i5 480. Also lots of the customization options were limited. Looks to me like their trying to get rid of current stock to make room for SB. Hope So, anyway.

 

I just read on notebookcheck, that the i5 2nd Gen is not that more powerful than the one of the first Gen. Graphics of l502x could be GT540M, which is just a higher clocked GT420M...

 

Guys i was also going to buy Dell xps 15 but seems like Sandy bridge is really good in performance.

Here in China it cost around 9500 ¥,Which is around $1435

i7 740QM
6GB RAM
2GB GT435
650GB HD drive
1080p

I don't need laptop so soon because i am already having a desktop. What do you guys think ? is it worth waiting for sandy bridge ? Also price will be the same ?

 

Yes, you may be right that the new technology and Sandy Bridge will be a real leap for Intel.

Just try to say what would be my choice if you have to choose whether to wait for the L502, or opt for the L501, It all depends on if you can wait or not..

As said compwiz

 

yep, sandy bridge is worth every second you wait. Example - On comparing 2720qm with a 720qm i7, you can see a 100x performance boost. Moreover, on stressing the 2720qm, that is, when 4cores are fully loaded, the turbo boost will work @ 3.00GHz!! Compared to just a meagre 1.73GHz with the 720QM. Even its comparable to the current desktop i7 offering and beats even the i7 920, 930, etc.

 

100% performance boost huh? That is pretty revolutionary...

 

Where are you getting your numbers?


"...the new i7-2820QM checks in 43% faster than the i7-740QM..."
Intel?s Sandy Bridge i7-2820QM: Upheaval in the Mobile Landscape - AnandTech :: Your Source for Hardware Analysis and News

 

LOL, was thinking the same thing, 100x performance? WOW, that must be the Dell XPS L509 or something