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    Dell notebook w/dedicated graphics <$550 at Best Buy

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by blksnake, Feb 22, 2010.

  1. blksnake

    blksnake Notebook Consultant

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    I saw this notebook at a local Best Buy today on sale for only $549:
    Dell I1546-2453JBK

    • AMD Turion™ X2 dual-core processor RM-75* for true multicore processing
    • HyperTransport™ 3.0, AMD PowerNow!™ and AMD CoolCore™ technologies to extend battery life; improved security with Enhanced Virus Protection.
    • 4GB DDR2 SDRAM - For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB.
    • Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive
    • 15.6" LED high-definition widescreen display - With TrueLife technology and 1366 x 768 resolution showcases movies and games in stunning clarity.
    • 250GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
    • ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4330 graphics - Features up to 512MB video memory for lush, intricate detail.

    The WEI 3D gaming score is 5.8 out of 7.9.

    What do you guys think?

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    blksnake, Feb 22, 2010
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  2. ronnieb

    ronnieb Representing the Canucks

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    The processor is a serious bottleneck, but good find nonetheless :) + rep
     
    ronnieb, Feb 22, 2010
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  3. sean473

    sean473 Notebook Prophet

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    Well u can get refurbished ASUS G50s with NVDIA 9800M GS or Gateway's FX7805U for $600 with 9800M GTS... both these laptops would own the dell one u are showing...
     
    sean473, Feb 23, 2010
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