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    T7700 processors and 15" models

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Harleyquin07, Oct 1, 2007.

  1. Harleyquin07

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    I'm curious if there's a 15" notebook on the market with a T7700 as an option (stock or upgrade). Every 15" I've seen equips the T7500 as the best option and I don't know if an aftermarket upgrade to T7700 is even possible on this notebook size.
     
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    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    So it is possible. Unfortunately for me I'm not a US resident and don't have the same range of options the North American continent has. At least the T7500 isn't a bad choice for a 15" model.

    Edit: I've checked my local Dell website, and it does offer T7700 for the 15" Latitude models, I wanted one for the Inspiron 1520 I'm considering.
     
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    Why do you need a T7700? The difference between a T7500 and a T7700 is minimal for nearly all tasks. And even on the tasks where there is a difference, it's still not that much. And the premium you pay is quite large.
     
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    I've read that every extra bit of processing power helps for games such as Supreme Commander and the Total War series. As I will be spending quite a bit to try and make my future 15" purchase last as long as possible I figured it might be worth the expense (if available).
     
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    Ah. One of the few reasons that actually are good for buying a T7700.
     
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    Glad you approve of it. Unfortunately the local Dell website won't offer the option even though I'm positive I saw it a couple of months ago.
     
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