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    Question: M15x with Precision M4800 QHD+ screen possible?

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by tetsussaiga, Sep 17, 2013.

  1. tetsussaiga

    tetsussaiga Notebook Evangelist

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    I haven't come across any threads of people trying to upgrade their screen to the Dell Ultrasharp 15" panels that come with the M4600 and M4700. According to some sellers, the AUO B+RG 95% gamut screen is compatible in both the M15x and M4600. This makes me think that the Ultrasharp panels are possible in the M15x too.. Am I wrong? Anyone know if there's a different LCD cable or port that is needed and comes with the crazy high res QHD+ display?

    IMO the AUO upgrade from the 1080p stock isn't worth the money or risk or effort, but the QHD+ panel just might be, if I can even get my hands on one of them.
     
    tetsussaiga, Sep 17, 2013
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  2. baii

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    The 95% works in m15x as far as I read. Ultrasharp is just a marketing term and have nothing to do with the screen.

    Would really have to see real pictures of the connections to tell.
     
    baii, Sep 17, 2013
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  3. fatboyslimerr

    fatboyslimerr Alienware M15x Fanatic

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    I'd be interested to know what screen upgrade options were available. I know the screen outer casing is reflective but could you put a matte screen inside and would it make any difference?
    I've got a few annoying dead pixels so would like to replace or upgrade and would appreciate knowing what works etc.
     
    fatboyslimerr, Sep 17, 2013
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  4. tetsussaiga

    tetsussaiga Notebook Evangelist

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    Right now the only known successful upgrade is the 95% gamut one I was talking about and here's the guide, or what's left of it..

    http://forum.notebookreview.com/alienware-m15x/606919-guide-swapping-stock-m15x-900p-1080p-lcd-b-rgled-1080p-lcd.html

    I don't know if the M15x screen is matte itself, but the M18x screen is matte and I indeed notice the same reflections with the glass as the M15x. The only way would be to completely remove the glass and make a custom bezel.

    Guess I'll head over to the Precision forums and have a look..
     
    tetsussaiga, Sep 18, 2013
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  5. King of Interns

    King of Interns Simply a laptop enthusiast

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    It is a horrible upgrade though. Opening the bezel is so hard!
     
    King of Interns, Sep 18, 2013
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  6. pterodactilo

    pterodactilo Notebook Consultant

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    Does anyone know manufacturer and model number of the QHD+ panel to begin with? I bet a new LVDS cable that supports such resolution is necessary.
     
    pterodactilo, Sep 23, 2013
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  7. Rockin_Zombie

    Rockin_Zombie Notebook Consultant

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    I think all the QHD screens use eDP, nor LVDS. So I doubt this is possible.

    Sent from my SGH-I317M using Tapatalk 2
     
    Rockin_Zombie, Sep 23, 2013
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  8. Alienware-L_Porras

    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    Was it worth it at least?
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Sep 24, 2013
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