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    X205-S5359 vs Gateway P-7811FX

    Discussion in 'Toshiba' started by douglaz, Aug 2, 2008.

  1. douglaz

    douglaz Notebook Evangelist

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    I know some Toshiba X205 owners switched to Gateway P-6860FX before. I'm asking if it's worth to change my currrent laptop (X205-S9359) to a Gateway P-7811FX which will be coming out in couple of weeks?
    I will be playing games on it of course :)
     
    douglaz, Aug 2, 2008
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  2. Dook

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    I googled your model(s5359) and couldnt find anything on your specs. If you could list your exact specs, ill give you an honest opinion, as I am of the mindset no one should spend money if they dont have to.
     
    Dook, Aug 2, 2008
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  3. douglaz

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    I typed it wrong that's why you couldn't find it. I corrected it now...

    I would appriciate your help. Here it is:
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    Toshiba Satellite X205-S9359
    17" Diagonal WSXGA (1680 x 1050) TruBright Display
    Intel Core2 Duo Processor T7300 2.0 Ghz @ 800MHz FSB
    4 GB RAM @ 677 MHz (upgraded from 2 GB)
    NVIDIA GeForce 8700M GT with 512MB VRAM
    HD DVD-ROM/DVD SuperMulti Drive
    Dolby Home Theater Technology
    320GB HDD (2x160GB) (5400RPM)
    4 HARMON KARDON Speakers with subwoofer
    Vista Ultimate 64-bit SP1
     
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  4. dtwn

    dtwn C'thulhu fhtagn

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    What games are you playing?
     
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  5. douglaz

    douglaz Notebook Evangelist

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    Well... Pro Evolution Soccer 2008, Tomb Raider, NBA Live and such.
     
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  6. Dook

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    Thats kind of a hard call, as thats a pretty powerful machine. However, you will benefit from better resolution and the ability to play more games at said resolution. The answer to dtwns question pretty much is the determining factor.
     
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  7. douglaz

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    Hmm. Decisions decisions... :rolleyes:
     
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    i think your x205 can pull through at least 6 more months, no rush, you would get a better gpu in the gateway but beside that, not much to drool on.
     
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  9. douglaz

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    Thank you. But isn't gaming all about good GPU?
     
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    Honestly, with your games, you won't see much of an increase in performance with the 7811FX.

    Now if you were looking at Crysis or COD 4 or the like, the 7811FX would be a better decision.

    To oversimplify it, Starcraft would run equally well on your machine/a P6860FX or a 7811 FX.
     
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  11. douglaz

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    I see your point. Thank you so much. So I guess i'll keep my Toshiba.
     
    douglaz, Aug 2, 2008
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  12. Dook

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    I agree. You have a very nice laptop that still has a lot of life and playability. Id keep that bad boy. :)
     
    Dook, Aug 2, 2008
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    Thank you. I'm keeping it :)
     
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    What will the specs be on the 7811 FX?
     
    R3v4n, Aug 4, 2008
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    Dook, Aug 4, 2008
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    =o I shoulda used the search feature I guess haha. Ty :)
     
    R3v4n, Aug 4, 2008
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    The new Gateway is going to be a hell of a deal.
     
    IKAS V, Aug 4, 2008
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