New M17x R4, M14X R2 and M18X R2 are coming - Speculation thread.

[joecait]

Interesting thread. I wish I had come across this before I ordered my M18x R1 which arrives on monday (6990s in xfire, i7 2860QM).

On the one hand I'm thinking that if one waits for updated hardware you will end up always waiting for that something better and never buying anything. On the other hand will the launch cpus and graphics cards for the M18x R2 really be that much faster than the R1 I ordered?

I also got a mega discount on my system (almost 15%) which I doubt I would get on the new ones. Once I receive my laptop, do dell offer a return policy without there being a fault on the machine or is it just a case of suck it for now? I suppose if I also knew that the 7970s and GTX680 actually fit into the M18x R1 chassis I'd be less inclined to wait for the R2. Any thoughts?

Max discount on dell is around 25-30% tops usually...Returns are a pain and they may charge you a re-stocking fee (have to negotiate and they will give you a hard time to change). Also, these new systems won't be out till Apr/May so that's too long to wait for a return. I think a lot of the excitement with the M18x R2 is if they offer a better screen rather than the power of the CPU/GPU.

If folks can afford to wait, always better to wait. IF not, then buy and enjoy now.

[IKAS V]

Now just to wait for the M11X R4, hopefully with improved screen new GPU and IvyBridge CPU's.

[javilionaire]

This just in regarding the M18x R2!

A source close to Dell has disclosed the graphics options that will be available with Dell's yet to be launched M18x R2 under its Alienware branding. This laptop will sport an 18.4-inch display and feature one of Intel's upcoming Ivy Bridge CPUs. It will be available in either black or red and will come crammed to the hilt with an array of features and optional extras such as Wireless HD (WiHD).

In terms of GPU options, the M18X R2 can be had with dual Radeon HD 7970M's in Crossfire, or if NVIDIA's offerings are preferred, you can opt for two GeForce GTX 675M's (SLI) or the slightly lower spec'd GTX 660M (it is unconfirmed at this time as to whether or not the 660M will be available in an SLI configuration or just as a single card).

Read more: Info shared on GPU options for Dell's Alienware M18X R2 by VR-Zone.com

[Brabostaan]

Interesting thread. I wish I had come across this before I ordered my M18x R1 which arrives on monday (6990s in xfire, i7 2860QM).

On the one hand I'm thinking that if one waits for updated hardware you will end up always waiting for that something better and never buying anything. On the other hand will the launch cpus and graphics cards for the M18x R2 really be that much faster than the R1 I ordered?

I also got a mega discount on my system (almost 15%) which I doubt I would get on the new ones. Once I receive my laptop, do dell offer a return policy without there being a fault on the machine or is it just a case of suck it for now? I suppose if I also knew that the 7970s and GTX680 actually fit into the M18x R1 chassis I'd be less inclined to wait for the R2. Any thoughts?

Once you get the system call Dell and return it. Its really easy did it a couple of time's. Within 21 days (depends on the country you live in) you can return the system witout any reasson, after that you pay a restocking fee.

[SkittlesXD]

M11x-R4 will probably be out in May since that's when the Ivy Bridge dual cores are due to launch.

[PsiPr0]

Interesting thread. I wish I had come across this before I ordered my M18x R1 which arrives on monday (6990s in xfire, i7 2860QM).

On the one hand I'm thinking that if one waits for updated hardware you will end up always waiting for that something better and never buying anything. On the other hand will the launch cpus and graphics cards for the M18x R2 really be that much faster than the R1 I ordered?

I also got a mega discount on my system (almost 15%) which I doubt I would get on the new ones. Once I receive my laptop, do dell offer a return policy without there being a fault on the machine or is it just a case of suck it for now? I suppose if I also knew that the 7970s and GTX680 actually fit into the M18x R1 chassis I'd be less inclined to wait for the R2. Any thoughts?

Wait? I don't wait for the latest, but I am glad I chose the M17xR2 over the R1/R3 and am looking forward to the M18xR2 to see what they fixed on the M18xR1.

[Aikimox]

Wait? I don't wait for the latest, but I am glad I chose the M17xR2 over the R1/R3 and am looking forward to the M18xR2 to see what they fixed on the M18xR1.

And what exactly was broken? Haven't found a single glitch in the last 8 months. Now, the r2, everything is open. New mobo, new CPU lines, maybe new some features, and those will surely need some polishing.

[Gearsguy]

Did anyone see this?

Details out on Alienware's 2012 notebook range by VR-Zone.com


The 14-inch M14x R2's GPU options remain unclear at this time, but it will apparently offer 1 or 2GB discrete graphics, with the option of saving money and going for integrated graphics.

Read more: Details out on Alienware's 2012 notebook range by VR-Zone.com

[Aikimox]

1 or 2GB is mostly a marketing thing, it doesn't really change real gaming performance.

[Serephucus]

I'd think he meant more the fact that you can buy an M14x with only integrated graphics. I can't say I entirely see the logic of this. Perhaps with the M11x, considering Ivy's graphics are probably going to be around 60% faster than Sandy's, but for the M14x you have plenty of room for a dedicated card. Not having one would basically give you a bog-standard laptop in an Alienware shell.