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    Intel GMA X4500 faster than a Radeon 9000?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by monkeynut, Oct 6, 2008.

  1. monkeynut

    monkeynut Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi there!

    Anyone know if this is true? My Pentium M laptop has died and I'm looking at a replacement with this graphics chip. Thoughts?
     
    monkeynut, Oct 6, 2008
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    basskiddanny Notebook Evangelist

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    If you intend to play games expect no noticeable difference to be honest. Try and go for a Radeon HD 3650 at the minimum for games as that is about on par with an 8600M GT, not spectacular but okay for casual games!
     
    basskiddanny, Oct 6, 2008
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  3. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Agreed, you should look for something like the mentioned HD 3650 or Nvidia 8600/9600 series. They are very solid mid-range gaming choices. Filling out the FAQ in our What Should I Buy forum can help us recommend something to you.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Oct 6, 2008
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  4. monkeynut

    monkeynut Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi there. Thanks for the suggestions. I only really want to run SpellForce 2 at most which ran well on a GeForce FX5600. Surely it can cope with this?
     
    monkeynut, Oct 6, 2008
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    stanny1 Notebook Consultant

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    Sure it can. I am currently playing Heroes 5 and Guild Wars on the x4500. All very playable.
     
    stanny1, Oct 6, 2008
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    monkeynut Notebook Enthusiast

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    Well that sounds just peachy. Spellforce 2 was about the most demanding game I ran on the Radeon.
     
    monkeynut, Oct 7, 2008
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    The X4500 is just about on par with my radeon 9600 in benchmarks, but the X4500 would beat out my radeon 9600 in newer games...
    I lost my pride and opted for a smaller notebook and I don't 'game' anymore jks
     
    namaiki, Oct 7, 2008
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    Right, thanks. I should be getting 2+ hours of battery life, right? Does the chip go into low power mode?
     
    monkeynut, Oct 8, 2008
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  9. Matt is Pro

    Matt is Pro I'm a PC, so?

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    What about considering the ATI HD3200 IGP?
     
    Matt is Pro, Oct 8, 2008
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    monkeynut Notebook Enthusiast

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    Maybe I'm thick but I can't find any anywhere! :(
     
    monkeynut, Oct 11, 2008
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  11. Leon

    Leon Notebook Deity

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    If you need a smaller notebook, opt for the LG P300. I believe it has a 8600M GS graphics card and a 13.3 inch screen, a unique computer. This video card will be four to five times faster than the Intel X4500.
     
    Leon, Oct 11, 2008
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    Do they have it in the USA now?
     
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    phoduma, Oct 12, 2008
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