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    fx1800m vs fx3800m

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by oyeioyei, Sep 8, 2010.

  1. oyeioyei

    oyeioyei Notebook Enthusiast

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    hi
    how much better is fx3800m from fx1800m. Is the difference huge. Is it worth sacrificing the portability for better graphics performance. I will be using the card for CAD programs and little bit of gaming and want something which will easily do all that. Also how does firepro m7820 compare to these 2
     
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    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    There is a massive difference. In terms of pure performance, the FX 3800M is over 100% better. The M7820 is close to the FX 3800M in performance and typically a lot cheaper and unless you have a specific need for nVidia cards, is a better deal for the price.
     
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    moral hazard Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The 3800m is a lot better, but the 1800m will run a lot cooler.
     
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    oyeioyei Notebook Enthusiast

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    I dont mind about nvidia or Ati, just need the best performance. At the moment I configured the Lenovo W701 with fx3800m and core i7 820qm, and dell m6500 with Ati m7820 and core i7 940XM for about the same price. Which one is better.
     
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    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    HP 8740w with a 30-bit IPS screen, ATI M7820 and i7-840QM ;) With a 28% OFF, it's way cheaper than both W701 and M6500
     
    Aikimox, Sep 8, 2010
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    oyeioyei Notebook Enthusiast

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    I cant buy a high spec HP in UK :( Anyway u can suggest??
     
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    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    I couldn't buy it in Canada...*whispering*- Ordered from the HP US and forwarded it to Canada. Saved ~1000$.

    Oh, my... Just got an email from Lenovo... There's a sale in Canada (today and tomorrow only) - 40% OFF on all ThinkPads. That's just crazy! Too bad, I don't need another ThinkPad... :(
     
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    oyeioyei Notebook Enthusiast

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    Man!!! you guys r so lucky :(, BTW do they have an international shipping service?
     
    oyeioyei, Sep 8, 2010
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    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    Nope, they don't have. But you can always try ordering from your country (using Skype or any other call forwarding software), Wire Transfer as a method of payment and a third party mail forwarding service (they will have a shipping address in Canada reserved for you, receive and forward the package to your country)


    >>> Still, I think HP will be the best deal since in addition to the best screen option you also get a travel 3 year NBD warranty for just 40$ extra ;)
     
    Aikimox, Sep 8, 2010
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