AW/DELL Ordering Advice - How to save $$$

[jonas1151]

is there a way to get discounts in BELGIUM?

[Dalli]

possible to get the m17x r4

base i7
7970m+200
upgrade to 1080p+150
killer wireless+70

which is around 1949 (the prices are all from memory)

for around 1400? so around 1525 after tax+ free shipping?

or even cheaper?

so far best i can do by myself via online is 2% student/100 off from alienware/50 off if 1499+ coupons + 200 giftcard or xbox deal(only way to couple is via calling because i cant online).

I have previously gotten an m11x r2 for 900 bucks pre tax(upgraded) by calling b4 so i have the rep's details which i can call back.

I really want to get the m17x r4 for around 1300 (original being 1949 or 1879(no wireless card))

Once i see a % off coupon on the web, ill make the call and couple this with some rep talking. Hopefully this can be achievable.

[faiz23]

www.alienware.com/landing

[evoandroidevo]

www.alienware.com/landing

Glad I'm buying today

Sent From My Rooted EVO 3D

[Identitycrisis]

Just so you guys know, when I tried to order an m17x with that $100 off coupon, the rep had trouble with the coupon. Last week they had a deal where they had configs with like 10% off or something. so they 100 coupon code wouldnt work. it is also VERY difficult to read, the 2nd letter looked like a B but it was an 8 etc...

Stick with it, they will get it to work somehow.

I couldn't get a deal I was happy with on an m17x, but really wanted the m18x more than the m17x anyways, and ended up waiting, then the next day I saw an m18x for sale here on NBR, so I jumped on that instead.

I did speak with a rep who's contact information was given to me by oblast, and she couldn't help me right away because I had cancelled another order with a different rep just a few minutes prior. But I would definitely try and contact her again if I was ordering a new laptop.

[jonas1151]

is there a way to get discounts in belgium, on an alienware m17x r4

[Magicremi]

Hey guys, so I plan on buying my first Alienware in November in the United States. But they are really expensive (the GTX 680M's price doesn't help either).

So my question is: is Alienware, or NVIDIA for the matter, known for dropping their prices? Any history of them doing this?
And if so, any chance (and I know this is pure speculation) that the prices drop for November? (that's when I go to the USA, and the prices are considerably lower over there)

Thanks in advance


(also, I read somewhere that if you order by phone, you can haggle the price, is this true?)

[Ironleaf]

I've posted this a few times before but its worth posting again.

If you buy an Alienware from Dell at the price listed on the website then you are doing yourself and your wallet a disservice.

Instead, price out what you want for your build but do it from a competitor's website. Now bring that price and build and call 1-800-ALIENWARE.

Yes, I know it seems like that is too many numbers. Dial it anyway.

When you get a rep tell them you are looking to buy a new Alienware right now but you've got a few things you need. Ask for all these things up front. Ask if they will be able to give you these things and if not you will look elsewhere.

Be specific. When a price is finally agreed on tic off once again each of your requests to be sure that they are included in that price, such as 5% gift card, free shipping, etc. Ask the rep what those things will show up as on your invoice.

1) Ask for them to beat the competitor's price.
2) If you have to pay tax from Dell ask that the price they give you beating their competitor's price INCLUDES THE TAX.
3) Also mention that you are willing to purchase it as long as you receive a 5% gift card, a $200 gift card, and free next day shipping.
4) Be aware of current sales. Currently there is a sale for something like $100 off an Alienware laptop over $1000 IIRC. Make sure their pricing reflects that.
5) Do not take an 'estimate' over the phone. Ask that the order be placed with you then and there. Also have your rep email you their contact information and let them know you will be contacting them frequently to check on the status of your order.

This is an easy way to get a great price. Will this alone get you the lowest price? Probably not THE lowest. There is always room for min/max-ing but it could take you forever.

We also have an Alienware sales assistance thread where you can submit your build to an Alienware rep that deals with Notebook Review members and who will then pm you back a quote.

Do both. Figure out which one is best for you.

To get a good deal on an Alienware you have to do a lot of the groundwork yourself. You will not see a 'sale' saving you hundreds of dollars on the website or in a store. And if you do you can be sure that the people calling and haggling or PM'ing Rev are getting an even better deal.

[Marinesniper]

Ironleaf,

Thanks for all the great information! I do have a question for you that I hope you can answer. I am currently working through AAFES, and the rep there has said that he is willing to do a price match guarantee with me assuming that I can get a written quote including the system configuration from Alienware. I spoke with someone last night who gave me a good quote, but I am now having trouble finding anyone willing to provide me that quote in writing....if you have any suggestions that might help me please PM me and tell me what I should do!! Thanks again to all the members out there who have given of their time and resources to help others get the best deal possible on their dream computer!!

[Defengar]

Nvidia card usually drop in price and are comparable in price to their AMD counterparts a few months before the next gen comes out. So they very well be cheaper in a few months.