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Help With Dell Studio 14 Options

Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Fahrenheit85, Nov 7, 2010.

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Hey guys, I'm in the market with for a ultra light and thing laptop. The Dell Studio 14 fits the bill. If you guys could just help me with the CPU and GPU options that be great.

CPU
Core i3-370M Vs Core i5-460M @$100 Cost

GPU
HD 540v Vs HD 5450 @$85 Cost

I can only afford one option but rather pick none for my poor wallet is bleeding as it is. As far as what I do with it? Well HD video is very important to me. I'd also like to emulate SNES and PSX at least on it. How much gaming could ether card do?

Fahrenheit85, Nov 7, 2010

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For the CPU I say the i3 370M is worth more (for $100 less).

For the GPU, both will play HD video. For games, the HD5450 might be a better performer (but not $85 better imo for general use/video playback).

Save your money and enjoy your new system.

tilleroftheearth, Nov 8, 2010

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Thanks buddy. Will do

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