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    is the 17" matte 72% gamut screen worth $175 for gaming?

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by theoak1, Sep 6, 2012.

  1. theoak1

    theoak1 Notebook Consultant

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    I was ordering a 17" Clevo and I wanted to know if the 72% gamut matte screen is a worthwhile upgrade over the conventional matte screen? My primary use is gaming, internet, some photo editing, MS Office. I'm almost thinking I should save the money and buy a nice 24" external monitor if I need it.

    Lastly, are the "Steelseries" Chiclet keyboards worth another $100? What advantage do they offer aside from a more tactile feel? Am I better off spending the extra $100 on a faster processor or an extra HD?
     
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  2. jeffreyac

    jeffreyac Notebook Evangelist

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    No help for your topic, but a side question - where can you still get the steelseries for the clevos? I was under the impression the resellers had to stop offering that....
     
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  3. Prostar Computer

    Prostar Computer Company Representative

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    It will enhance the picture display in some of the games.

    Please be aware that "Steel Series" keyboard is a registered for MSI laptops only. Clevo's P170EM does come with backlit keyboard.

    I would recommend to spend more money on processor because of gaming and photo editing.
     
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    mythlogic Company Representative

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    We still have them, and by SteelSeries we mean the Chiclet backlit Keyboard that is made by Sunrex :mask: that is electrically compatible with these laptops
     
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    fenryr423 Notebook Evangelist

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    The matte 72% screen is great for gaming. It has great vibrancy and contrast and is very bright
     
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  6. Support.3@XOTIC PC

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    For gaming you dont see as much of a benefit from a wider gamut but for everything else you plan on doing especially photo editing it will help. I highly do recommend that screen, and you'll see why once you get it.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Sep 6, 2012
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