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    HP announces DV8 Core i7 laptop

    Discussion in 'HP' started by aleicgrant, Sep 7, 2009.

  1. aleicgrant

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    aleicgrant, Sep 7, 2009
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    Quad core smod core aside....1.60GHz as a standard speed is NOT a desktop replacement clock speed. However I'm interested in seeing what this turbo speed is clocking in at 2.80 GHz which is much more respectable. So where is the average speed going to be hovering at? Also I'm HIGHLY interested in the GPU that will be in this thing since the current GPU in HP's HDX 18t is pretty anemic.

    As for price *shrugs* Its a brand new architecture. This was to be expected.
     
    SiliconAddict, Sep 7, 2009
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    Already posted, and that's not the 18.4" laptop (the pic).
     
    Ayepecks, Sep 7, 2009
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    DV8 specification:
    http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/...8059&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN

    HP Pavilion dv8-1080ea Notebook PC - Product Specifications


    Product Number VJ746EA
    Microprocessor 1.6 GHz Intel Core processor i7-720QM
    Microprocessor Cache 6 MB Level 2 cache
    Memory 4096 MB (1 x 4096 MB)
    Memory Max Up to 8 GB
    Video Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GT 230
    Video Memory Up to 2815 MB (1 GB dedicated)
    Hard Drive 640 GB (2 x 320 GB) (7200 rpm)
    Multimedia Drive Lightscribe Blu-Ray ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer
    Display 18.4" Diagonal High Definition HP Ultra Brightview Infinity Display (1920 x 1080)
    Network Card Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
    Wireless Connectivity Intel 802.11 a/g/n

    Bluetooth
    Sound Altec Lansing speakers with integrated subwoofer and with Dolby Home Theater
    Keyboard Full size keyboard with integrated numeric keypad and 1 Quick Launch Button - Capacitive
    Pointing Device Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical Scroll Up/Down pad
    PC Card Slots

    * One ExpressCard/54 slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)

    External Ports

    * 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
    * 4 USB 2.0
    * 1 VGA port
    * 1 HDMI connector
    * 1 eSata + USB connector
    * 1 RJ45 ethernet connector
    * 2 headphones-out
    * 1 mic-in
    * expansion port
    * 1 IEEE 1394
    * remote control infrared port
    * cable docking connector

    Dimensions 43.6 cm (L) x 28.6 cm (W) x 3.37 cm (min H) / 4.37 cm (max H)
    Weight 4.06 kg
    Security Integrated finger print reader
    Power

    * 90 W AC Power Adapter
    * 8-cell Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery

    What's In The Box HP Pavilion WebCam with Integrated Microphone

    HP Mobile Remote Control
     
    jaivipin, Sep 18, 2009
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  5. aleicgrant

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    Wonder when u can order
     
    aleicgrant, Sep 18, 2009
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  6. RJEvans

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    The GPU is a joke. I hope it can be upgraded.
     
    RJEvans, Sep 18, 2009
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    Yeah the GPU is a joke, but I don't think HP intended this to be a gaming notebook. More like a multimedia entertainment notebook for Bluray, pictures, and video editing.
     
    sendmarksmail, Sep 18, 2009
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    I think there will be a 0% chance of upgrading the GPU.
     
    sgogeta4, Sep 19, 2009
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    That's not the laptop in question. And the article contains bits and pieces and is poorly written.
     
    Krane, Sep 19, 2009
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  10. Kuu

    Kuu That Quiet Person

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    Yeah..... Core i7 is good and all... but the price...

    I only paid 1145 for my HDX, maybe I should have waited, but oh well >.>

    It doesn't look as shiny, but some might find that a good thing.
     
    Kuu, Sep 19, 2009
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  11. Krane

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    Unless you're a gamer, you won't miss anything.
     
    Krane, Sep 19, 2009
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    Gamers won't really notice a difference with i7. It's video encoders and those who do lots of calculations that will really benefit.
     
    sgogeta4, Sep 19, 2009
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    The thing is HP does not really have a gaming notebook. It is not really their market, but it is nice to have an option.
     
    RJEvans, Sep 19, 2009
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