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    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Uselesstoast, May 29, 2009.

  1. Uselesstoast

    Uselesstoast Notebook Enthusiast

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    I was considering buying a dv6z laptop. I"m not that heavy of a gamer, but for longer periods of time, I like to take up some games on the computer. I was wondering if I should get a 512MB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4530 for my computer. Would it be able to handle something like spore or sims? And would I be able to downgrade and still play games like that with a ATI Radeon HD 3200 (it's a cheaper choice, but I'd pay the extra money if I needed to for the 4350).
     
    Uselesstoast, May 29, 2009
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    Luke1708 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    the 4530 is a low end but it is way better than the ati 3200. i suggest you stick with it in order to futureproof your laptop.
     
    Luke1708, May 29, 2009
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    Uselesstoast Notebook Enthusiast

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    how crappy is the better one
     
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    lozanogo Notebook Deity

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    Check here: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=302231

    On average it is below the average, actually close to the bottom end of what you can call a gaming laptop (like the 8400m GT). In my view, which people can disagree, integrated graphics solutions do not constitute a gaming laptop.

    I hope this helps.
     
    lozanogo, May 30, 2009
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