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    New 2012 Models Speculation Thread - PxxxEM Series (P151EM, P150EM, P170EM)

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by wild05kid05, Jan 26, 2012.

  1. micahmatthew

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    The Webcam is 2.0MP, its about as good as your average webcam; its not HD its 480p I believe. The microphone works fine; I've used it on a P151HM for video games and Skype and I asked if it sounded fine and they all said I came in clear.
     
    micahmatthew, Apr 13, 2012
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  2. M.H

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    camera and build in mic are sufficient for skype all right ;) I have been using them since I got the machine.
     
    M.H, Apr 13, 2012
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    What's the difference between the AMD and Nvidia chips that are supposed to be coming out? Do both have switchable graphics? Do either one have an advantage over the other?
     
    yhyoon12, Apr 13, 2012
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  4. micahmatthew

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    both will have switchable graphics. amd will probably perform slightly lower but will cost significantly less. we have to wait and see though
     
    micahmatthew, Apr 13, 2012
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    For gaming they will probably be very similar. If you do anything else that uses the GPU like HD video editing, CAD, or other 3D model rending programs the Nvidia card will be much better. It has CUDA cores which alot of those programs will take advantage of and use those for processing instead of the CPU. Those programs run much better off the GPU if they use CUDA.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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    The "switchable graphics" ability: Will it be on the GPU itself or on the processor? What exactly is this function called and how do you enable it?
     
    mjrdamage, Apr 13, 2012
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    Thanks for that! now waiting for ivy :cool: :cool:
     
    Tiagopeter, Apr 13, 2012
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  8. custom90gt

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    Come on Hutsady, you know you want to tell us when the AMD cards will be available in the P150em.
     
    custom90gt, Apr 13, 2012
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  9. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    I know as much as you guys do :(
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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  10. Wildride

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    I see Xotic is offering a discount to NBR members again. Would the current preorders with the NP9170 be eligible for the additional discount since we already have the $50 deferred?
     
    Wildride, Apr 13, 2012
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  11. Fredrick90005

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    Does it apply to all reseller? Like Xoticpc? Because i just talk to them and said that it's not yet confirmed from Sager.
     
    Fredrick90005, Apr 13, 2012
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  12. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    The deferred discount and NBR discount cant be combined. Deferred saves you more.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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  13. Fredrick90005

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    That's weird, i just spoke with Roland and he said that the deferred shipping can be stock up with NBR discount.
     
    Fredrick90005, Apr 13, 2012
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  14. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    Sorry that is not correct, i'll smack him around a bit.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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    I've been told the same thing. I might have to speak with someone about this. I have already placed my order and it is clearly noted that I am availing myself of both deferred and NBR discounts!
     
    mjrdamage, Apr 13, 2012
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    Adrianople, Apr 13, 2012
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    shouldn't be too much.
     
    awakeN, Apr 13, 2012
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  18. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    We'll be happy to clear this up. If you have a sales advisor contact them directly, if not feel free to get ahold of me.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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    I dunno but if that's the case you better hook me up too w/ the NBR discount Hustady! lol
     
    urmystlkal, Apr 13, 2012
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  20. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    If you don't have a pre order placed that qualified you for the deferred shipping i'll be happy to get the NBR discount on there for ya :)
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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  21. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    Yes we are also extending it to people who want to wait for Ivy Bridge. Consider it confirmed. This does only apply if you did place an order while the deferred shipping discount was active.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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  22. Fredrick90005

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    I made my preorder and talked to Roland today to informed that i would like to wait for the Ivy bridge. He said that the sager is not confirmed yet about the $50 deferred. BUt it can be stock up with the NBR discount. Paladin said that it already been confirmed. Now Hutsay is saying the deferred shipping cannot be stock up with the NBR discount. I just don't understand why. Because from what i know, the $50 discount comes from sager and is totally different from the NBR discount.

    Everyone is saying differently. It would be nice to find out what is the real deal.
     
    Fredrick90005, Apr 13, 2012
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  23. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    To summarize:
    Deferred shipping and NBR discount can not be combined. Roland was incorrect when he said you could and has now been smacked around thoroughly. They are different but not totally different as it is with Sager's authorization that we offer the NBR discount. Consider it a Sager discount available through Xotic PC just like the deferred shipping discount was available when ordering through us (along with other Sager resellers)

    If you placed an order while the deferred shipping discount was active you can wait for Ivy Bridge and still get the discount. Sager had not confirmed this with us until about 10mins ago, right before I posted it was confirmed.

    If you'd like you can contact Roland and he can fill you in.
    I hope that clears it up :)
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Apr 13, 2012
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  24. pastapvz

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    From what I saw before, the diference between those two using the same configurations was 100€ give or take (P150EM DIY ), the version with GTX 675M was 1249€ if I'm not mistaken.
    I'm glad I waited and didn't bought the GTX 675M :) It's an Excellent card the GTX675M, but I'm hoping that the 7970M will be better :p
     
    pastapvz, Apr 13, 2012
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    New sources are saying 35% better score in benchmarks and 25-30% better FPS than 6990M...
    New rumors everyday :rolleyes:
     
    Cloudfire, Apr 13, 2012
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  26. pastapvz

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    Cloud were did you read that?
     
    pastapvz, Apr 13, 2012
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    Cloudfire, Apr 13, 2012
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    pastapvz, Apr 13, 2012
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  29. micahmatthew

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    7970 might be 35 percent faster than 6990? thats intense if true it will outperform the gtx 675m by at least 20 percent for hopefully the same price or thereabouts. i really want 7 seroes plus ivy 3610, gahhh. your killing me amd and intel
     
    micahmatthew, Apr 13, 2012
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  30. plancy

    plancy Notebook Evangelist

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    so is 7970m just a rebadged 6990m? :( oh well i'll probably choose it over a 660m anyway if it's priced under a 675m
     
    plancy, Apr 13, 2012
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  31. awakeN

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    wat

    10char
     
    awakeN, Apr 13, 2012
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  32. Cloudfire

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    I tried to do a google translate but that didn`t make any sense. Lucky we have people that understand chinese in our forums :)
     
    Cloudfire, Apr 13, 2012
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  33. pastapvz

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    It seems that the Chinese are comparing performance of 7970M to 6990M, not saying a rebadge.
    But I don't understand what's written, so if anyone does please translate.

    "7970M relatively 6990M
    Ran sub-35% increase
    The actual game frame rate of 25% -30%"

    this was from google translator

    Good answer cloud :p you posted before me with a good translation didn't saw that, Thanks bro
     
    pastapvz, Apr 13, 2012
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  34. BASwerrie

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    I'm now having a problem where my new order just got an order update and confirmation request, but they claim I don't qualify for the deferred shipping. I've sent off an email covering the questions and statements they made, but I'm at a loss as to why they are telling me I don't qualify.

    I attempted to call the verifications office but was unable to reach my verifications representative.

    This is a little frustrating.
     
    BASwerrie, Apr 13, 2012
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  35. micahmatthew

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    is it bad that i think im literally having computer withdrawals ? 7970 and 3610 wherr are you !!! in need of video games anf photoshop ! if i order may 1 should it be done before may 15 ?
     
    micahmatthew, Apr 13, 2012
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  36. plancy

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    i meant 6990 of course, and wow 20% is amazing......... if it's priced the same as 675m then wow I'm definitely going to drop the cash.
     
    plancy, Apr 13, 2012
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  37. pastapvz

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    Bro in my order I paid approximately 100€ more for 7970M over the 675M.
     
    pastapvz, Apr 13, 2012
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    Well that further proves that 7970M is indeed better than 675M/6990M. Can`t imagine AMD taking a hefty premium for a GPU thats not better than the old Fermi 675M/580M. :)
    What a rip off it would have been if 7970M = 675M

    Who did you order from btw?
     
    Cloudfire, Apr 13, 2012
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  39. pastapvz

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    Micah may 15 because of Diablo III? :rolleyes:
     
    pastapvz, Apr 13, 2012
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    pastapvz, Apr 13, 2012
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  42. micahmatthew

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    yes because of Diablo haha.
     
    micahmatthew, Apr 13, 2012
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    I am looking to install my own drives into the P150EM. I was wondering how easy it is to remove the backplate on the laptop and insert a drive in? How about inserting a drive into the optical bay as a secondary drive?

    I've heard it's an easier process than other laptop manufacturers.
     
    letmegocheck, Apr 14, 2012
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    It's very easy, just remove the screws holding the backplate and it comes right off. Yes, you can have a hard drive in place of the optical bay, though you need the caddy, which is like a $15 option (no optical drive), I think.
     
    fourgate, Apr 14, 2012
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    Is it possible for me to buy a hard drive caddy for the P150EM on Newegg? If so, can you provide the link? :D
     
    Control13, Apr 14, 2012
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    A P151EM will be able to handle an upgrade to the 680m correct?
     
    thegoods81, Apr 14, 2012
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    You will have to get a new AC adapter, as the 120W won't be big enough to power it.
     
    mythlogic, Apr 14, 2012
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    Will the P151EM be able to handle the 7970M ? And if yes, do we have an idea of when it will begin to be shipped out?

    Thanks!
     
    Fr3netico, Apr 14, 2012
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  49. micahmatthew

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    since tge 680m is kepler isnt it still possible it may only require a 120w ? and the 7970 should definitely work on the 151em. since the 670m does.
     
    micahmatthew, Apr 14, 2012
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    micahmatthew, Apr 15, 2012
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