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    Difference between 8400 and 8600 on the Vostro 1500

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by CrimsonEclipse, Mar 3, 2008.

  1. CrimsonEclipse

    CrimsonEclipse Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have a Vostro 1500 with an 8400GS and I would like to know if
    the 8600GS is really that much of an improvement?
    If so, by how much?
    Is it worth the $150 upgrade?

    Is it possible that Dell will make an even more powerful vid card in the future?

    thanks

    CE
     
    CrimsonEclipse, Mar 3, 2008
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  2. scythie

    scythie I died for your sins.

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    The 8600M GT is a big improvement over the 8400M GS, but if you aren't gaming, it doesn't matter.
     
    scythie, Mar 3, 2008
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