Is this new model with the non-dedicated Nvidia 750M worth the $600 over the much talked about Iris Pro Graphics where gaming is concerned?
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It depends on what kind of games you prefer. If you're into the graphics intense games such as Battlefield 4, Crysis 3, Call of Duty, etc. 600 is definitely worth it. Note that you do not need to spend 2600 on this machine though. Check out the 3rd party sellers. (One goes as low as $1999)
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Keep in mind that it's not just the dedicated GPU you are getting for that $600. You are getting a faster CPU, double the ram and double the SSD space. That in itself is worth it. The tech isn't cheap!
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It's not a classic motherboard graphics card, it is an actual dedicated system, but it's not a classic dedicated card. It is built into the CPU (new fangled tech). They generate significantly less heat, and use significantly less battery. The Nvidia counterpart is probably more powerful, but also more overheat+power usage.What you're really asking is, "will this run ____". The answer is yes. Obviously no competition for a well-built desktop, but as gaming laptops go, I've found the A8-4500 to be sufficient for smoothly running KSP, Planetside2, Gmod/HL:____/Nitronic rush, etc.I also do 3d modelling, until I dropped a screw on the motherboard, it was able to run both Inventor (solidworks), and Maya no problem. It's not a classic motherboard graphics card, it is an actual dedicated system, but it's not a classic dedicated card. It is built into the CPU (new fangled tech). They generate significantly less heat, and use significantly less battery. The Nvidia counterpart is probably more powerful, but also more overheat+power usage.What you're really asking is, "will this run ____". The answer is yes. Obviously no competition for a well-built desktop, but as gaming laptops go, I've found the A8-4500 to be sufficient for smoothly running KSP, Planetside2,... » Read More It's not a classic motherboard graphics card, it is an actual dedicated system, but it's not a classic dedicated card. It is built into the CPU (new fangled tech). They generate significantly less heat, and use significantly less battery. The Nvidia counterpart is probably more powerful, but also more overheat+power usage.What you're really asking is, "will this run ____". The answer is yes. Obviously no competition for a well-built desktop, but as gaming laptops go, I've found the A8-4500 to be sufficient for smoothly running KSP, Planetside2, Gmod/HL:____/Nitronic rush, etc.I also do 3d modelling, until I dropped a screw on the motherboard, it was able to run both Inventor (solidworks), and Maya no problem. « Show Less
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I have this card and it's great. It's a little loud, but it can play all games at max settings with a good frame rate. The nvidia 680 is a bit more powerful, but may not be supported by an apple display. Also it is more expensive.
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It has 2 graphics processors; an on the motherboard Intel chip for standard videos and browsing as well as a Nvidia M series card for gaming. The Nvidia card handles most games well but you have to sacrifice eye candy for performance. Specifically, as stated in the information its the 630M from nVidia.
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So is this problem specific to the 750 model, or has anyone had the same issue with the 650? The price difference now is less than $100, but I would prefer the 650 simply to stay away from the frame and halo issues.
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I haven't gotten this card yet, but is my planned next upgrade from the r9 280x (xfx). But I will say what I've found in my research. Direct competitor of this card from Nvidia it seems is the GTX 780. very close. http://www.pcpro.co.uk/reviews/graphics-cards/386182/amd-radeon-r9-290x-vs-nvidia-geforce-gtx-780 (it's not about the sapphire version but it is about the 290x) check out gpuboss for some comparisons & tom's hardware for reviews. From waht I've read specifically to the vapor x version of cards, it is actualy cheaper than the toxic version, is only slightly slower, and rumored to be cooler.
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It is worse. See notebookreview.com for rankings. Tigerdirect has the ibuypower with nvidia 675mx for 1249
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No, this is all on board. Gigabyte does make an nvidia version you might consider.
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I have not been playing games with it, but it is fast regarding graphics. Cheers.
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I am not sure as to what the black version has/had, but I've been playing Batman Arkham City on everything set to Very High with 4x AA minus DX11 options and I've ran the benchmark and it came out to 35fps average which is more than enough for me. Everything is smooth and I've played about 5 games so far on the machine. It might not be the greatest and fastest GPU out there, but for the price it will play new games just fine. Typically I aim for at least 30fps as above that point I can't tell a diffrence and am not willing to pay extra just to say that I am getting 100fps.
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It could run relatively new games in 720p, with medium graphics. I've played the last Tomb Raider and Batman: Arkham City, and it keeps FPS between 20-40, rarely dropping from 20. For me is more than OK for causal gaming. In light-graphics games (like FIFA14 or GTAIV) it goes smooth all the time.
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If the extent of your gaming is FarmVille and Angry Birds, go for it. If you want to run any of the latest mainstream games like Assassin's Creed and Battlefield, I highly recommend a laptop with an accessory GPU from NVIDIA. Getting a system with a GT 740M would not be much more expensive.
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No. It's 740. The newer HP ENVY 17 Quad Leap-Motion Laptop | Intel Core i7 features NVIDIA GeForce GT 750M.
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I went ahead and put in my pre-order for the 554 a few days ago. Seems like a good bet that they'll start to flow along the system in the next few days. I may even spring for some 3D specs, just to try it out.
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There is no integrated graphics, probably should get a nvidia graphics card(or ATI)The processor handles 3D applications like a champ, also multiple applications at once really well. I did find one more processor for socket 775 that is a bit faster, I forget the model I want to say Q9650 I believe
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My driver was a mid-range board at low cost and TWO ports for DVI. I can only compare differing NVIDIA products but "better" is in the eye of the beholder. They both use 2GB worth of GDDR5 memory at 128-bit. The tipping point would be which features on each card are triggered by your favorite game(s).
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It doesn't have nvidia on board. That information on amazon is incorrect. 4 GB RAM - 500 GB HDD - DVD-Writer - Intel HD 4000 Graphics - Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64-bit - 1366 x 768 Display