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    Gaming - dv6tqe/dv7tqe

    Discussion in 'HP' started by Bag3l, Apr 7, 2011.

  1. Karant-rex

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    Yeah, i dont think so dude. You should try a dedicated gaming rig from Alienware or Sager for a game that heavy on the GPU. :p
     
    Karant-rex, Apr 14, 2011
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    Do you think this with two GTX 485Ms will be able to handle it or no?
     
    fcw0, Apr 14, 2011
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  3. Bag3l

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    LMAO stop trolling bud :p
     
    Bag3l, Apr 14, 2011
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  4. Karant-rex

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    Perhaps, but if you want good fps get a desktop with 3 way GTX 580, then perhaps you'd be able to play at medium with decent fps.Lol.
    OK, now on a serious note, I had my mind set on the XPS 15 with its awesome speakers and screen. Now i am kind off confused after reading the fps the 6770M can get. It is pretty much a gaming rig class GPU, and it is very tempting. Do you guys think it is worth loosing the better screen? It also lacks a backlit KB and i love those(have one my studio 15 and could not imagine living without it)
     
    Karant-rex, Apr 14, 2011
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  5. Bag3l

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    In my book, the fact that playing in native resolution will guarantee longer battery life, faster FPS, and future proof for future games due to native resolution, had me sold. The screen is really that bad. I don't see why people are complaining. And in the end, there is a really high chance that you can swap out the screen manually if you really really REALLY want to.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 14, 2011
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    Wait, what is the dilemma here about the screen?

    Home gaming: get a screen, you ain't going anywhere anyway. :rolleyes:

    On-the-go gaming: "bad" screen means higher fps with less juice = longer gaming.

    Best of both worlds, why complain about perfect compromise?
     
    marcusjhung, Apr 14, 2011
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  7. Bag3l

    Bag3l Notebook Evangelist

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    Perfectly phrased.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 14, 2011
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  8. Winkyeye

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    how high do temps go up for you guys in intense games? my CPU goes up to 91C when playing BFBC2 vietnam, and I am kind of worried about it.
     
    Winkyeye, Apr 15, 2011
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  9. Karant-rex

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    It is not so much about the fullHD screen as the 95% colour gamut of the Dell screen. The Hp screen literally pales in comparison. I really dont mind the lower resolution.
     
    Karant-rex, Apr 15, 2011
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  10. Bag3l

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    Are you using CoolSense?
     
    Bag3l, Apr 15, 2011
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  11. João Oliveira

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    what are the max temps of the dv6 model when gaming?
     
    João Oliveira, Apr 15, 2011
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  12. João Oliveira

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    delete please (double post)
     
    João Oliveira, Apr 15, 2011
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  13. fcw0

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    One word: repaste
     
    fcw0, Apr 15, 2011
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    Haha ive been checking for youtube videos everyday. Not that i dont beleive you guys, but im not getting mine until May, so Im interested to see what to look foward to
     
    dabezt1, Apr 15, 2011
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  15. Winkyeye

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    Yea, should I not be?

    I'm thinking about repasting, but I'd have to wait a month after my finals/mcats are over. I am just wondering if the temps I've been getting is normal or not.
     
    Winkyeye, Apr 15, 2011
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  16. Bag3l

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    Haha same. I always search for new videos.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 15, 2011
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    I have a request, could anyone try the original Crysis.
    Also how bad is the screen really? I currently use a 1080p on my Studio 15. Will it be a big downgrade?
     
    Karant-rex, Apr 16, 2011
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  18. Bag3l

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    If you're used to 1080p, you'll cry about it.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 16, 2011
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    How about this one-

    HP dv4- 3016tx
    Genuine Windows 7 OS Home Basic Edition
    Intel Core i5-2410M (2.3 GHz and Max Turbo Speed up to 2.9 GHz, 3MB Cache)
    Intel HM65 Chipset
    Dedicated 1GB DDR5 AMD Radeon HD 6750M Graphics
    4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 (1 x 4 GB) RAM
    500 GB Hard Disk
    DVD Writer
    14.0″ inch High-Definition LED HP Brightview Display
    1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 2 USB 3.0, 1 USB 2.0, 1 RJ45 Connectors
    Multi-Format Card Reader
    Webcam with Integrated Digital Microphone
    Full size island-style keyboard
    Gigabit Ethernet LAN
    Wireless 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth
    6 Cell battery
    Weight: 2.22 kg
    Dimensions: 23.8 x 34 x 2.81 cm

    720p on a 14inch wont look bad at all. But I am a little concerned the 6750m would be too big of a downgrade. How does the 6750m compare to the gt540m on a XPS15. Should i just get the XPS 15 instead
     
    Karant-rex, Apr 16, 2011
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  20. fcw0

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    6750? is that new because I thought it came with a 6770... The 6770 is on par with the XPS17s GT555m so it is plenty better than the 540m.
     
    fcw0, Apr 16, 2011
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  21. Karant-rex

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    That is not the dv6t it is the new dv4.
     
    Karant-rex, Apr 16, 2011
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    My 2 cents...
    Probably not 64-Bit Windows
    i5-2410 cannont touch the i7-2630QM (see PassMark Software - CPU Benchmark Charts)
    HM-65 - if this is a quick ship - maybe the B2 version? (Hardware failure problems)
    6770M (is worth the difference and the wait, if you can)
    8GB (paired 2x4GB wouldn't go any less)
    500GB HDD (because it doesn't say 7200rpm, proably not)
    14" (LOVE IT, wish I could get my specs on a 14)
    Weight 4.85lbs (Outstanding!)

    IMO I would buy it if it cost no more than $900, had 7200rpm HDD, and a 2630qm, u can upgrade the ram for $80. The dual core is the killer for me. Gaming view here though, if not a gamer I would go for it if a traveler. Personally I am a traveler and a gamer and went with the specs in my signature.
     
    clokesta, Apr 16, 2011
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  23. kevmanw4301

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    I may order one of these, but could someone run 3DMark 06 on here? I think this may be the perfect system. MW2 FPS anyone?
     
    kevmanw4301, Apr 16, 2011
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  24. KaiGaming

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    MW2 is easy to run, i wouldn't worry about it, someone played black ops at 60FPS MAX
     
    KaiGaming, Apr 16, 2011
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  25. kevmanw4301

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    Yeah, My M9750 with Radeon 3870 plays it max 1440x900. Jw. Any tips on getting the best price? I have one I can order for like $900 with 2630QM, 6770, 6GB RAM, 640GB HDD, both batteries, and Bluray. Good, or is there a new coupon code I don't know about.
     
    kevmanw4301, Apr 16, 2011
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  26. KaiGaming

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    It's good i got mine at $987 w/ tax. Don't upgrade to 750GB HDD because RPM is @ 5400rpm and 640GB is 7200RPM, and correct me if i'm wrong :D
     
    KaiGaming, Apr 16, 2011
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  27. kevmanw4301

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    Exactly why I chose the 640GB over the free upgrade to 750. Good eye.
     
    kevmanw4301, Apr 16, 2011
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  28. taxmantoo

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    No, the 6750m isn't too big of an upgrade. It should only be about 30% faster than a 540m, or 10% slower than a 555m. It should be a close match to a GT 550m. Since the 6750m is a downclocked 6770m, it should be able to easily beat the 555m if you want to overclock it, but an overclocked 6750m might be too big of an upgrade, if there is such a thing.
     
    taxmantoo, Apr 16, 2011
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  29. clokesta

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    Does a repaste really help that much? Asking someone that has done it before (no offense to anyone).
     
    clokesta, Apr 16, 2011
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  30. Bag3l

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    Yes... stock paste sucks. Simple as that.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 16, 2011
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    Riddhy916, Apr 16, 2011
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  32. KaiGaming

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    will switching from i7 2630qm to 2820qm affect gaming performance?
     
    KaiGaming, Apr 17, 2011
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    No. It won't for awhile.
     
    Etopn23, Apr 17, 2011
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  34. Winkyeye

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    I'm not sure how good the hp stock paste is but repasting made a huge difference for my old asus g73jh. It lowered the max gpu temps by 15C, going from 95C to 80C.
     
    Winkyeye, Apr 17, 2011
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  35. clokesta

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    So it is worth a breakdown of the laptop I guess. Is there a particular type/brand of paste to use?
     
    clokesta, Apr 17, 2011
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  36. Riddhy916

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    which paste u used? ic diamond?
     
    Riddhy916, Apr 17, 2011
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  37. Bag3l

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    My friend suggests Arctic Silver thermal paste.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 17, 2011
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  38. Silent3sniper

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    repasting voids warranty, right?
     
    Silent3sniper, Apr 17, 2011
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    Since 90% of the time nobody at HP will ever notice, no it won't
     
    fcw0, Apr 17, 2011
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  40. Silent3sniper

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    So there are no stickers that will break when tearing down the laptop into pieces etc? I suppose the new paste should at least have the same colour :D
    white or silverish, what's the standard paste?
     
    Silent3sniper, Apr 17, 2011
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  41. Winkyeye

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    Yea IC diamond is probably the best paste around now-a-days
     
    Winkyeye, Apr 17, 2011
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  42. fcw0

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    The standard paste is probably grey-ish. And I'm pretty sure that there are no seals because ripwind took his apart with the intent of returning it later. If you stay organized, then repasting shouldn't be too hard.
     
    fcw0, Apr 17, 2011
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  43. marcusjhung

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    Arctic is a nicer paste than IC Diamond, but diamond will do the job just fine.
     
    marcusjhung, Apr 17, 2011
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    Could someone please do a stock and OC benchmark for Vindictus and some other mmos?
     
    marcusjhung, Apr 17, 2011
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    Yeah, I'll be covering alot of the mainstream MMO's/FPS games when i get it because I play those alot.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 17, 2011
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    Just got Global Agenda, Dead Space, Assassin's Creed Brotherhood, Far Cry 2, Crysis Warhead, Mafia II, and Splinter-Cell Conviction, i will cover those when i get my laptop :)

    P.S i also can do Minecraft and Plant vs Zombie :eek:
     
    KaiGaming, Apr 17, 2011
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    That's not what people have been saying from the asus gaming forums. Plus IC diamond is a lot easier to apply compared to AS5 and doesn't have a curing period.
     
    Winkyeye, Apr 17, 2011
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    It's official the radeon hd 6770 has been upgraded to class 1 on notebookcheck.net.
     
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    Have to take apart my (old) HP DV7 to replace thhe keyboard, thought I would do a repaste while I was in there. All I need are the two things below correct? No special tools, etc? Will this be enough to also repaste my new laptop if it ever gets here? Thanks.

    Amazon.com: ArctiClean 60ml Kit (includes 30ml ArctiClean 1 and 30ml ArctiClean 2): Electronics

    Amazon.com: IC DIAMOND 7 CARAT 1.5 GRAM THERMAL COMPOUND: Electronics
     
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  50. Winkyeye

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    Yea you just need some isopropanol to clean off the old paste and 1 tube of IC diamond can be used for like 3-4 repastes probably.
     
    Winkyeye, Apr 18, 2011
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