ss_lemonade
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No, but I figured it's due to my laptop's form factor (msi gs60).
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2016+ Gaming Laptop Thread: Embracing Pascal's Wafer (Please Read OP)
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Killer Queen
Banned
new MSI GE
Mountainmohawk
Member
From my understanding, they should perform close to a 1030. I'm interested in them too, because i like the ultra portable form factor. I'm.currently waiting for the HP Envy 13 to come out with it.
Geez the ROG GL502VS with a 1070 is down to $870 at Micro Center now? That is a helluva deal if you can get to one.
So I bought a msi gt73vr awhile back but it doesn't run as smoothly on quite a few games as u think it should.its the i7 6820hk, 64gb ram, gtx 1080, ssd version, and games like Prey, Human Revolution, Mankind Divided, Gears of War ultimate edition can't run at a smooth 60fps, it's really strange. I can't remember if it's always been like that either.
The strange thing is that it runs Battlefield 1 on ultra settings 1080p at a locked 120fps
The strange thing is that it runs Battlefield 1 on ultra settings 1080p at a locked 120fps
Dear god that cover is hideous.
What percentage are you at? It was happening to me too (Lenovo Thinkpad e570) and I read that Lenovo considers it a feature and won't start charging until battery drains under 95%.
yep looked at the forums and thats what was happening
was kinda scared lol cause that didnt happen to my previous laptop
GameAddict411
Member
At 1080p for the games you mentioned before BF1? That's really strange as I can run 2 of the games you mentioned maxed at 1080p 60 FPS with a GTX 1060. I have to drop some settings for Mankind Divided to hit 60 FPS. Your GPU should destroy these games at 1080p and 1440p. If it's 4k you are talking about, then that's a different story. The GTX 1080 is not a a 4K 60 FPS card. You will have to get a GTX titan p or GTX 1080 ti for that. I would advise to monitor GPU and CPU clocks and temperatures.
GameAddict411
Member
Dat back plate my eyes. It seems that MSI are not learning from their designs at all. They make ugly notebooks and it's not hard to see why they are so ugly, but this takes the cake. Only a design that a 6 year might like.
Minsc
Gold Member
Why do you think Amazon is not good? Unless you're talking about customization, I'd buy a car or even house from Amazon if I could, let alone a laptop.
If there's so much as a speck of dust on the thing you can exchange it for a new model, next day shipping on their end, they'll do anything you want to make you happy, issue free money, free prime months, and so on. They pretty much have the best customer service on the planet imo.
GameAddict411
Member
I don't know about why he doesn't like it, but Amazon's refund policy is pretty cumbersome. If you decide to a return a $1000+ device, you will have to wait until they receive to their warehouse before they refund the amount(it takes about 10-14 days for that). Best buy on the other hand price match Amazon and their return policy regardless from where you buy it(Online or through store) is painless. You just drop off at the nearest best buy and the money is in your account is instantly if not the next business day. You can also get a replacement instantly.
Minsc
Gold Member
I've ordered PCs from them before, the one I'm using now is from there (it was also around $3,000). I guess there's a difference between a return and an exchange? The one they shipped me originally had a problem with the screen, and they issued a replacement before the broken one was returned (the replacement was sent next day air too, for free).
They also issue the credit to me instantly when I return stuff, sometimes before the post office scans the package, if not, usually the act of generating the scan at the post office for the return will get the refund issue.
Another example, I ordered my Switch from them, and they delivered it a few days late, so they gave me $50 credit for free and a few free months of prime. In fact, any time anything at all goes wrong with an order they pretty much give me free money and more free shipping, regardless of what the order is for.
Killer Queen
Banned
Compared to what Asus puts out, i consider it to be largely inoffensive. Like that you can seemingly do individual key colors now too.
Barely more powerful than some of the integrated graphics intel uses?
Ingeniero
Member
What about the GL702VM?
Thoughts? Nice specs but it doesn't say IPS monitor...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KB0X0OQ/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Maybe ips cause it has 160 degree viewing angle
GameAddict411
Member
The 940mx isn't much better than the intel integrated graphics in new intel CPU. I would go with something that has an iris pro graphics if you are buying a small notebook. There are also GTX 1050 powered system for about $800 which are much better at gaming.
Ingeniero
Member
Reviewer says it's IPS.
So what do you guys think, good for ~$1300?
Similar options in other brands at that price?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KB0X0OQ/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Ingeniero
Member
This could be better, $100 more.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZMFF0Z/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Opinions?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZMFF0Z/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Opinions?
The 940MX shits on the HD Graphics 630.
The ASUS has G-Sync, so I'd be more interested in that one.
Ingeniero
Member
Razzmatazzer
Member
What are the Alienware's specs?
So uh, what's the consensus here? I actually wanted the model that I saw because it was at only 14" and having at least a dedicated graphics card would improve the games that I'm playing. Most of the games that I play doesn't even require high specs but I want to at least play some bug games and I'm willing to lower settings if needed. If it goes to $800, I think that's Ultrabook territory already and would be outside of my budget but I think they're ideal for me since they're lightweight and small which is what I want, just expensive. There are some gaming laptops available but I find them too bulky and heavy which is why I'm avoiding them. But we'll see if I can stretch my budget a bit.
Razzmatazzer
Member
17.3"
Intel Core i7 6700HQ
16GB Memory
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070
1TB Hard Drive
128GB Solid State Drive
Just a lot bigger than I anticipated, but I jumped on the deal when I found it. Wanted something to do some gaming / video editing and was thinking 15" would be an ideal size. Hopefully I don't regret it later on!
In these newer small/thin laptops, you typically find an i7-7500U, which has the Intel HD 620.
Video: Geforce 940MX vs Intel HD 620
Spoiler: It's a massacre, outside of Rocket League.
You got the far better deal, trust me.
Razzmatazzer
Member
Out of curiosity (and to make myself feel better about seeing the Asus deal) why do you say that?
Outside of size, the AW17 is a better built laptop in every conceivable way. Literally.
Razzmatazzer
Member
On a side note, how are you liking this laptop? I am considering getting it because I can get the best deal on it.
The Gigabyte Aero 15 is probably the new hotness right now.
There's no need until AMD or Nividia releases new laptops that significantly change buying options. AMD is trying to put desktop CPUs and GPUs (Polaris only GPUs) in high end laptops, but Q-Max isn't enough of a game changer for Nividia.
nycgamer4ever
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metalmachine
Member
Anyone here waiting for the Lenovo Legion Y720 80VR002HUS? Newegg shows a release 06/23/2017. That already got pushed back a couple of times. Every day I'm scouring for more official info on its release.
da_stabbah
Member
looking at the Alienware 15 R3, the screen choices are:
option 1
15.6 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 60Hz IPS Anti-Glare 300-nits NVIDIA G-SYNC Enabled, Non-touch
option 2
15.6" FHD(1920 x 1080) 120Hz TN+WVA Anti-Glare 400-nits NVIDIA G-SYNC Enabled Display, Non-touch
from what i see on youtube reviews, the 120Hz TN screen is fast, but people complained about contrast being bad.
which would you recommend? i remember reading about IPS screens having technical issues like light bleed.
my gaming consists of Heros of the Storm, starcraft, diablo, some LoL, and for FPS Overwatch and CS:GO
option 1
15.6 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 60Hz IPS Anti-Glare 300-nits NVIDIA G-SYNC Enabled, Non-touch
option 2
15.6" FHD(1920 x 1080) 120Hz TN+WVA Anti-Glare 400-nits NVIDIA G-SYNC Enabled Display, Non-touch
from what i see on youtube reviews, the 120Hz TN screen is fast, but people complained about contrast being bad.
which would you recommend? i remember reading about IPS screens having technical issues like light bleed.
my gaming consists of Heros of the Storm, starcraft, diablo, some LoL, and for FPS Overwatch and CS:GO
Yeah I'm planning a new thread around Coffee Lake and Volta.
You'd be crazy to pass on the 120Hz.
Notebook Check measured the contrast at 990:1, which is in the upper echelon of what you can expect from 15" laptops.
You're regret not going 120Hz.
Good?
There are too many 1060 reviews out there, check some out.
Mr_Kuschels
Member
Hey guys,
does anyone own a 2015 Razor Blade with 970m?
I'm wondering if I'm just unlucky or if this is common with Razer Laptops.
I've been owning my system for roughly 1.5 years and so far my left mouse button occasionally doesn't work, the rubber feet are falling off and dead pixels are popping up (I have 3 by now). I'm super bummed considering the system cost me more than 2000 bucks.
does anyone own a 2015 Razor Blade with 970m?
I'm wondering if I'm just unlucky or if this is common with Razer Laptops.
I've been owning my system for roughly 1.5 years and so far my left mouse button occasionally doesn't work, the rubber feet are falling off and dead pixels are popping up (I have 3 by now). I'm super bummed considering the system cost me more than 2000 bucks.
Hey GAF.
My Sister is looking to get a new laptop/tablet and she came to me for advice. So im comming here.
Country: Australia
Retailers:
http://www.umart.com.au/newsite/index.php
Https://www.mwave.com.au
https://www.officeworks.com.au/
https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/laptops/
Max Price: 1500AUD its a hard number, closer to 1200 would be better if possible.
Max Screen Size: not sure. I would guess 15 inches.
Intended usage.
Your classic art usages. photography(Insta)/photoshop/light video/sound editing/drawing. Microsoft Office, general internet usage, videos ect. Her key feature is a useable stylus and ideally a creative suite included (or suggestions on good windows creative programs) Which is really important. As is screen quality (higher the better). Battery life is less of a concern as her current laptop is extremely old and she is happy enough using it while plugged into a powerpoint. She currently has a Mac and is thinking of getting a new Ipad pro, but i talked her into considering a PC due to better CPU functionality, better storage options and just generally more bang for your buck.
Im leaning towards a new I5 surface pro (but that is a bit pricy (1497AUD) and doesnt include the keyboard) or a Lenovo Yoga.
Thanks GAF
My Sister is looking to get a new laptop/tablet and she came to me for advice. So im comming here.
Country: Australia
Retailers:
http://www.umart.com.au/newsite/index.php
Https://www.mwave.com.au
https://www.officeworks.com.au/
https://www.jbhifi.com.au/computers-tablets/laptops/
Max Price: 1500AUD its a hard number, closer to 1200 would be better if possible.
Max Screen Size: not sure. I would guess 15 inches.
Intended usage.
Your classic art usages. photography(Insta)/photoshop/light video/sound editing/drawing. Microsoft Office, general internet usage, videos ect. Her key feature is a useable stylus and ideally a creative suite included (or suggestions on good windows creative programs) Which is really important. As is screen quality (higher the better). Battery life is less of a concern as her current laptop is extremely old and she is happy enough using it while plugged into a powerpoint. She currently has a Mac and is thinking of getting a new Ipad pro, but i talked her into considering a PC due to better CPU functionality, better storage options and just generally more bang for your buck.
Im leaning towards a new I5 surface pro (but that is a bit pricy (1497AUD) and doesnt include the keyboard) or a Lenovo Yoga.
Thanks GAF
da_stabbah
Member
thanks so much for the reply. my head is spinning after watching an endless stream of youtube reviews.. soon as a good sale comes up i think i will go with the AW 15R3
Dangerblade
Member
Hey guys. I don't really have room for a desktop PC in my flat, so I'm restricted to my laptop. The one I have can run indie games...but that's about it. I'd like something a bit beefier, so I wondered if I could get some recs.
Country where it will be purchased
United Kingdom
Maximum budget
£800
Max size
Anything considered
Planned usage (what kind of games or specific games it must run, if heavily gaming at all)
Looking at my library of games, some I'm unable to play currently that I'd like to would be Amnesia, Darkest Dungeon, Dangerous Golf, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, Infinifactory, Mirror's Edge, Portal 2, Rocket League...nothing too modern and AAA but certainly stuff beyond the scope of my current laptop. Perhaps not at max settings, but I'd like to be able to run them smoothly at a decent graphical level.
Retailers
Amazon
Game
PC World
Thanks for any help!
Country where it will be purchased
United Kingdom
Maximum budget
£800
Max size
Anything considered
Planned usage (what kind of games or specific games it must run, if heavily gaming at all)
Looking at my library of games, some I'm unable to play currently that I'd like to would be Amnesia, Darkest Dungeon, Dangerous Golf, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, Infinifactory, Mirror's Edge, Portal 2, Rocket League...nothing too modern and AAA but certainly stuff beyond the scope of my current laptop. Perhaps not at max settings, but I'd like to be able to run them smoothly at a decent graphical level.
Retailers
Amazon
Game
PC World
Thanks for any help!
Hey guys. I don't really have room for a desktop PC in my flat, so I'm restricted to my laptop. The one I have can run indie games...but that's about it. I'd like something a bit beefier, so I wondered if I could get some recs.
Country where it will be purchased
United Kingdom
Maximum budget
£800
Max size
Anything considered
Planned usage (what kind of games or specific games it must run, if heavily gaming at all)
Looking at my library of games, some I'm unable to play currently that I'd like to would be Amnesia, Darkest Dungeon, Dangerous Golf, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, Infinifactory, Mirror's Edge, Portal 2, Rocket League...nothing too modern and AAA but certainly stuff beyond the scope of my current laptop. Perhaps not at max settings, but I'd like to be able to run them smoothly at a decent graphical level.
Retailers
Amazon
Game
PC World
Thanks for any help!
Is £800 a hard limit? The HP Omen has about everything you need, at £829 shipped.
It's not easy to get an IPS display, SSD, and GTX 1050 at that price.