How fast would this system be?

Hello peeps,
SORRY IF I POSTED IN A WRONG SECTION
I'm just asking if the processor of this laptop would be enough for the graphics card. Also i am not really concerned about the resolution.. Isn't 1366x768 a bit low for a 15.6" screen? Also do you think this laptop could run Aion smoothly with maxed out settings?

Here's the specs:
Asus G51VX-RX05 NOTEBOOK with Intel Core 2 Duo P7350

Intel Core 2 Duo P7350 @ 2.0Ghz

320GB hard drive 7200rpm

4 GB of RAM pc-6400

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M graphics (1GB dedicated graphics)

15.6" WXGA widescreen LED display (1366 x 768)

Regards,

 

hmm, strange the processor is so low compared to the graphics card, but it shouldnt have any problem running most games. maybe not totally future proof, but fairly so. that graphics card is pretty beasty. lol.

and the resolution isnt low, mine is 1280x800 (16:10 aspect ratio) whereas yours would be roughly 16:9. just a slightly different shaped screen. wider but shorter.

 

The processor is a little low, and you would have a lot of problem with games heavily based on the processor, such as GTA IV, but it wouldn't be that bad when it comes to a lot of other games.

Instead of getting the RX05, I would recommend that you get the G51VX-X1A from Newegg. It has a much better processor.

If you don't want to go that way, then you could always overclock the P7350.

 

This has been discussed numerous times already. Yes, the CPU in the RX05 is on the older/slower side and yes, the screen resolution is also on the lower side. Also, they tend to run rather hot.

However, the GTX260m in the G51 (although downclocked), is very powerful and, for the price, the RX05 is a very good deal.

 

Thanks I just don't know which laptop to buy
Firstly i wanted an msi gt628 off ebay for $1100 but it has been sold. This asus seemed like a good deal for $1120 that's why i asked you guys.
G51VX-X1A would be awesome! Thanks for the tip! The only problem is i live in Hungary and Newegg won't ship the laptop to this country.. So either i have to ask someone to buy it for me then ship it straight away or try and find one @ ebay..

 

Res too low for my tastes.

 

$1120 is to much for this notebook.

 

Bestbuy doesn't ship internationally either though. You may find that the G51 isn't actually available in Hungary though. I know it isn't in Australia. I searched all over the internet that would sell a G51 in Australia, but there is nothing. We only have the G60VX, which isn't available in the US currently, and the G71, although with different specifications than in the US.

Try looking for the G60 though. It has a quad core, the same GPU, and iis roughly the same size.

 

how can i overclock p7350 cpu???

 

Should be easy. All you really have to do is go into your BIOS (if it isn't locked), raise the clocks a little, then save and reboot. Also, download CPU-Z to see if you have overclocked properly. Remember, you only need to raise the clocks a little at a time, like for starters maybe 20Mhz (FSB, not multiplyer), and save. If you overclocked too far, then you can always go back and lower it until you get a stable speed. You'll know that if you've overclocked too far, you'll get a BSOD or it will probably randomly shut down. You should probably stress test your CPU with Prime95, or Orthos, and also measure what temperatures you are getting before and after your overclock.

 

Hmm this would be too much for my budget...
I just cant decide which laptop to buy
And you wont find the asus G51VX-RX05 for any cheaper on ebay.
My budget is something like 1340 usd and you still have to extract the shipping fee. Any advises? Firstly i wanted to buy dell studio 1555 but that would be too weak for me. I need a proper gaming notebook with a beasty graphics card.

 

I really don't think you'll find a notebook that powerful for that cheap inside Hungary. If the G60VX in Australia (almost same specs) costs $2500 AUD ($2000USD, then you'll probably have a hard time finding one as cheap as 1340 USD in Hungary.

 

Actually, you'll have to use SetFSB. There is no overclocking feature in the Asus BIOS.

 

The G51 is ok but the MSI GT628 would be a better choice, Its more portable, runs cool, better screen resolution, The GTS 160m is on the same level as the GTX 260m, The MSI's GPU isnt downclocked and is a great overclocker.. They both have overclocking options on them this is my personal opinion though on what laptop to recommend you to buy.. Now the newegg version of the G51 would be a great choice..

 

So does it worth buying the rx05 for 1150 usd plus shipping fee? Or is there someone here who are willing to help me out by buying a notebook on newegg and then ship it straight away ?

 

It might be better if u wait a while, might find a proper G51 on e bay... P7350 is quite weak... an alternative for u would be to buy the G51 with the P7350 and replace the P7350 with a T9600/9800/9900 or a P9500/9600/9700. Its the best i can think of. BTW even the underclocked GTX260M can beat the GTS160M easily.... both cards are in different leagues....

 

What do you think about msi gt729? Is the 4850 card any good?

 

4850 is a very powerful card, so no doubt about that. It's actually 4870, but downclocked...

Check the link: http://www.notebookcheck.net/AMD-ATI-Mobility-Radeon-HD-4850.13975.0.html

 

Damn, that would suck. I don't know, I've never owned an Asus, but I want one.

 

I've seen this a couple of times on the forums, and it somehow doesn't make sense to me.

While it has higher core and shader clocks, the 160m only has 64 unified shaders, whereas the 260m has 112.

Looking at Notebookcheck's scores, a G71gx with a T9550, 6GB RAM, and GTX 260m core clock at 500 (underclocked) scored 34905 in 3DMark06. An MSI with a Q9000, 4GBs of RAM, 160m core clocking at 600 only received 30011. (Resolution for both trials were 1024x768).

I'm not sure how 3DMark runs with more cores (a higher-clocked dual-core might give better scores than a slower quad core?) but I think it's conclusive that the 260m isn't "comparable" to the 160m. The 9800m GTS and GTS 160m might be a better comparison, methinks.

 

totally agree with you.

 

what do you think about this one? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220480878618&ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123
really cheap for this piece, although it is refurbished..
I dont know if i should stick to this one or to the msi gt729

 

A 2.0 Ghz Core2Duo will keep up with the GTX260m with no problems at all. Only the most CPU intensive games might have a few problems with that CPU but there aren't too many that I would worry about.

That 2.0 Ghz Core2Duo would get around the same frame rates in GPU intensive games as a 3.0 Ghz Core2Duo would.

Games that may suffer with that processor are Supreme Commander, GTA IV, the Total War series and CPU intensive RTS games.

EDIT: Just noticed the low resolution that places a bit more stress on the CPU. I would never buy a laptop with such a low resolution though.

 

MSI GT729... all the way...

 

Hmm i have changed my mind (tbh got more money)
http://cgi.ebay.com/GATEWAY-P-7805U...ov05?hash=item439a62be8a&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Any opinion about this notebook?
X9100 processor seems really fast but i am a bit worried about 9800m GTS isn't it a bit slow?

 

That is a decent GPU but I am sure you can get a better spec for that sort of money. If you haven't done so already, I suggest you fill out the faq in the ''What Notebook'' area of the forum. Since I only deal with GBP, I don't have many ideas but others will.

 

A little bit slower than the GTX260m yes, but by no means slow.

It's still more powerful than probably 95% of the notebooks out there.

 

Yea, i like this forum, instant replies
I haven't seen a detailed review about that gateway notebook. The chasis looks a bit cheap .. and it seems it was made of not so expensive materials
Or am i blind?

 

Instead of buying from Ebay, try and see if there are any Clevo or Sager resellers in your area. I think you would do well with a Sager or Clevo, if the resellers aren't ridiculously overpriced.