Hi,
I'm thinking of getting a M14X end of this year but am fairly new to the laptop world. With all the problems/overheating etc it could experience is it worth to look into a different type of laptop as I'm not going to be able to fix hardware, modify BIOS, reinstall stuff etc easily.
I'm just worried I'm not going to be able to handle it and want a computer that I'm not going to have to play around with too much.
Any input is welcome,
crZyhamSter
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For the M14x, the overheating is the main issue, me myself I have a cooler and have the Turbo Boost turn off (because it would reduce a lot of heat produce by the CPU), however for the Turbo Boost to be turn off you'll have to go into the BIOS, but trust me it will help you a lot. If not for the heating issue, then the M14x will be a perfect gaming laptop and I think it is the best 14" gaming laptop in the world. As long as you dont block the air ventilation you'll be fine.
For the price you have there is worth more than getting a MBP however I do admit that Alienware is somewhat overpriced but it is not as overpriced as the MBP that you pay more for less, because I think you pay for the brand - Apple, not the product itself, and that goes with Alienware too, but still it is worthier than MBP. -
What do you want to do with the laptop? I'm assuming that you want to use it for gaming? -
If you need portability and more power than average then yes, I would suggest it. If you want a better system for power, then I would get:
FORCE 16F2-012 / MSI 16F2
If you were an experienced laptop owner, then you might be able to handle:
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The m14x doesn't overheat. Lots of people get that wrong somehow. It doesn't shutdown or anything due to high heat. It does however, have an excessive heat issue, which only problem is that the gets really hot on the bottom so you'd need a cooler if you want to use it on your lap, or get better temps for over clocking. It sounds like you're pretty new to the computer (laptop) world, so unless you're gaming, I wouldn't recommend it. You can however get a cheaper laptop for around 700 with a low end dedicated graphics card and wait a year or so for the alienware.
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The overheating isn't a big issue. Just use a cooler pad when gaming, or prop up the laptop so that the intake vent isn't blocked. A pencil works great!
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bigtonyman Desktop Powa!!!
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Ahh yes well the Alienware is the ultimate student laptop. The Force is the ultimate value for a gamer laptop. Just be happy you don't have to carry about 1.2 pounds more. On the plus side, yours does get 5 hours of battery life -
As usual, your mileage may vary. -
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I had been looking at the FORCE 16f2 from XoticPC but MSI wont offer a NZ warranty so I'd have to send it back to US for fixing. Sad as it looks really good especially for the price : ) -
katalin_2003 NBR Spectre Super Moderator
For questions regarding the M14x:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/alienware-m14x/578658-official-m14x-owners-lounge-thread.html
If you're not sure if the M14x is fit for you try here, make sure you read the stickies:
What Notebook Should I Buy?
M14X for a beginner?
Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by crZyhamSter, Dec 9, 2011.