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    Safe to buy a AW15 r1?

    Discussion in '2015+ Alienware 13 / 15 / 17' started by Beasthunt, Aug 1, 2016.

  1. Beasthunt

    Beasthunt Notebook Geek

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    I am in the market for a new laptop for away from home gaming. I reaaaaaaaaaally like the Alienware for it's graphics amplifier option. I have the opportunity to purchase a AWr1 w/graphics amp for $950. The unit is still under warranty until November. But that thread about the thermal throttling issue has me worried a bit. I mean, a lot. To the point where I've not even considered that purchase but it's basically BNIB. Pass or take my chances or just pony up for the 980m?

    Truth be told I just want it for SWTOR and WoW. The 970m should be able to handle those games at ultra minus some shadows. Right?
     
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    judal57 Notebook Deity

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    wich processor ? if is the i7 4710hq is fine ... if is the 4720hq ... i dont recommend you ... too much throttling ... the gtx 970m is enought for everything in full hd and ultra ... and have really good OC capabilities
     
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  3. Beasthunt

    Beasthunt Notebook Geek

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    So it's just the 4720q that throttles? The one I was looking at was indeed the 4720.

    http://m.ebay.com/itm/Alienware-15-...s-Amplifier-/262548764087?nav=WATCHING_ACTIVE
     
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    I had 2 with the 4720HQ, both didnt thrtottle. Most people that did had throttling had the 980m versions.
     
    rinneh, Aug 2, 2016
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