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    256MB Nvidia 7600 in m5550 vs 128Mb ver. in Vaio?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Storm9, Aug 9, 2006.

  1. Storm9

    Storm9 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am looking at the sony Vaio FE vs Alienware M5550.

    How much differnce does the 256mb vs 128mb make?

    Also can the one in the Vaio tap into the RAM to get more video memory?
     
    Storm9, Aug 9, 2006
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    usapatriot Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The 256mb will make a big difference in todays games, I recommend the 256mb version.

    Tapping in to RAM is not a good idea, as it is slower and can cause lag, get the 256mb version.
     
    usapatriot, Aug 9, 2006
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    hey your laptop has very nice specs
     
    Storm9, Aug 9, 2006
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    Well My 128mb is no slouch, I never dip into memory. But yeah if the price is right get the 256mb version
     
    Thaenatos, Aug 9, 2006
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    thx :)


    remember more video memory is more future proofed.
     
    usapatriot, Aug 9, 2006
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