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    Let me ask a stupid question.

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Snow_fox, Sep 18, 2006.

  1. Snow_fox

    Snow_fox Notebook Consultant

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    Is the HEL-80 Mentioned on Ibuypower.com the same as the HEL-80 I see commonly mentioned on these forums?

    If it isn't the same then how much weaker/stronger would the one on the website be?

    Assuming its weaker would I still be able to play most games on high graphics..
     
    Snow_fox, Sep 18, 2006
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  2. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Do they list it with the "Go7600GT"? If so, that is a false claim. It is the same card as in the standard HEL80 offered by every other dealer. Underclocked as it may be, it can still handle the latest games at high settings (at various resolutions).
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Sep 18, 2006
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  3. Snow_fox

    Snow_fox Notebook Consultant

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    its listed as nvidia geforce go 7600 graphics card.
     
    Snow_fox, Sep 18, 2006
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  4. chrisyano

    chrisyano Hall Monitor NBR Reviewer

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    The HEL80's underclocked card is still a very capable gaming card at its stock settings as Chaz mentioned.

    I would highly recommend you get your system from a reputable reseller though. You'll get better support and total ownership experience through one of them.
     
    chrisyano, Sep 18, 2006
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  5. jointhedarkside

    jointhedarkside Notebook Enthusiast

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    powernotebooks.com has the hel 80 (listed under another name... crown something or other). I got my s96j from them (also called something else) and they have been nothing but helpful with all my questions before and after i recieved my laptop
     
    jointhedarkside, Sep 18, 2006
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