Alienware AM11X-2894CSB 11.6-Inch Laptop (Cosmic Black) Review
This thing is perfect for me. Its light, compact, long battery life, and has the GPU needed to play my games on medium settings. I sometimes have to carry alot of other gear so the compactness and light weight is very nice. I have used the ASUS G73 series (they make great desktop replacment systems and are very powerful) but those are WAY to big and heavy for my intended use. I wont get into the lights issue as that has already been covered in other reviews.
I did ALOT of research before this purchase. I really wanted the R2 version with the i7 processor and optimus. However I went to several forums and there are many problems with the i5/i7, optimus, and DX10 when it comes to games like Civ V. The R1 has manually switching (FN+F6) and drivers that work really well with DX10. I really like the manually switching to save battery life when doing mundane tasks that dont need the 335M GPU. I also downloaded the updated BIOS (A05) and all the other drivers from the dell website and they all work fine.
I played the Civ V demo with everything on medium with textures and water on high at max resolution and it was very smooth. Company of Heroes online (the best RTS EVER made, its free and its even better than SC2!) plays perfectly on this machine. It also came with Portal for free on Steam, and it plays flawlessly with everything on high. I dont play very many FPS on PC because I have a 360 and PS3 and thats what all of my friends have. I also have a custom gaming desktop rig that I built my self using MSI parts so if I want to do some heavy PC gaming at home I use that.
After I updated the BIOS I was able to overclock the CPU to 1.6 according to CPUZ (great program). The overclocked Core Duo is comparable to an i3 when it comes to speed, the i5/i7 really isnt that much faster, and the battery life takes a big hit too. Some games run better on the R1 and a few R2 users have even traded in their systems to go back to the R1.
The R2 version from [...] will cost you around 00 out the door with the same specs (except the processor and bluetooth) as this one on amazon. The R1 comes in cosmic black vs the R2 soft touch stealth black. You cant really go wrong the R1 or R2 but there is a well documented hinge issue on both machines if you look on other forums such as [...]. I guess I got a good one because the screen does NOT touch the keyboard on mine. Also the screen is really glossy. I dont use this outdoors so it is not an issue for me but it could be a deal breaker for others.
So if you need a light, extremely portable laptop, and want to play some Company of Heroes, SC2, or Civ V on the move, get the M11x. If you want a big, super powerful, heavy, low battery life destop replacement then look elsewhere.
Alienware AM11X-2894CSB 11.6-Inch Laptop (Cosmic Black) Feature
- 1.3GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300 Processor with 3MB cache
- 4GB Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM at 1066MHz (two DIMMs)
- 320GB, 7200 RPM SATA hard drive (no internal optical drive--use external)
- 11.6-inch high-definition widescreen 720p (1366 x 768) LCD; HDMI output
- Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium (64-Bit) Operating System
Alienware AM11X-2894CSB 11.6-Inch Laptop (Cosmic Black) Overview
With the AlienwareTM M11x gaming laptop, you can play anything, anywhere. While weighing in at less than 4.51 pounds, the M11x packs enough power to handle the latest games. It truly redefines the gaming capabilities of sub-15-Inch laptops.
Alienware AM11X-2894CSB 11.6-Inch Laptop (Cosmic Black) Specifications
With the Alienware M11x gaming laptop, you can play anything, anywhere. WHile weighing in at less than 4.51 pounds, the M11x packs enough power to handle the latest games, redefining the gaming capabilities of sub-15-inch laptops.
All Powerful. All Portable.
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Out-of-This-World Power
Alienware builds some of the most powerful and high-performing PCs on the planet. Be creative, work hard, play fast: That's the Alienware goal.
Supremely Mobile
Game virtually anywhere with this premium laptop measuring under 12 inches and weighing less than 4.5 lbs. You'll also enjoy extensive battery life--up to 8 hours, 39 minutes in integrated graphics mode.
Striking Visuals
With NVIDIA GeForce GT 335M graphics, the Alienware M11x is designed to deliver a mind-blowing HD view of games. Alienware's BinaryGFX technology also allows users to switch between discrete and integrated graphics at will.
Fast and Efficient
Get the most from your computing experience with a high-speed Intel Core 2 Duo processor.
On top of that, you'll get 4GB of speedy 1066MHz system memory, for a machine that's ready for action.
Superb Sound
Enjoy internal high-definition surround sound audio, with built-in front speakers.
Close Connections
It's not all about gaming. This machine includes a built-in 1.3MP webcam and microphone so people can stay close and connected wherever they go. (Internet connection required.)
Plenty of Room
Your storage needs should be addressed by the large 320GB hard drive, with faster performance thanks to its 7200 RPM speed.
Media Card Reader
Easily hook up digital devices and seamlessly transfer music, movies, pictures and more.
All About Connections
A Dell 1520 WLAN card allows you to access the Internet from any hotspot and stay connected with your favorite sites and people. If you need a little more bandwidth connect via 10/100 Ethernet.
An HDMI port allows you to connect your machine to an HDTV for high-resolution entertainment with audio and video delivered on a single cable.
Strong Support
This machine is backed with Alienware's one-year limited hardware warranty, along with 24/7 phone support.
Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. You can even watch, pause, rewind, and record TV. Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
 Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium. |
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- Simplify your PC with new navigation features like Aero Shake, Jump Lists, and Snap.
- Customize Windows to look and feel the way you like by changing themes and taskbar programs.
- Setting up a home network and connecting to printers and devices is easier than ever.
- Windows 7 Home Premium supports the latest hardware and software.
- Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker.
- Takes full advantage of 64-bit PC hardware and memory.
- Connecting to wireless networks is fast and easy.
- Watch, pause, rewind, and record TV with Windows Media Center.
- Watch your favorite DVD movies.
- Includes integrated video and Dolby audio codecs.
Jump Lists
New in Windows 7, Jump Lists take you right to the documents, pictures, songs, or websites you turn to each day. To open a Jump List, just right-click a program icon on the Windows 7 taskbar. (You'll also find them on the Start menu.) What you see in a Jump List depends entirely on the program. The Jump List for Internet Explorer 8 shows frequently-viewed websites. Windows Media Player 12 lists commonly-played tunes. Your Jump List missing a favorite? You can "pin" whatever files you like there. Jump Lists don't just show shortcuts to files. Sometimes they also provide quick access to commands for things like composing new e‑mail messages or playing music.
Improved Windows Taskbar
In Windows 7 you can "pin" favorite programs anywhere on the taskbar for easy access. Not crazy about the icon lineup? Now you can rearrange them any way you like by clicking and dragging. Finally, there are new ways to preview windows. Point to a taskbar icon to see a thumbnail preview of open files or programs. Then, move your mouse over a thumbnail to preview the window full-screen. You can even close windows from the thumbnail previews--a big time saver.
Snap
Ever need to cut through a cluttered desktop and quickly focus on a single window? Just click a pane and give your mouse a shake. Every open window except that one instantly disappears. Jiggle again--and your windows are back.
What's in the Box
Dell Alienware M11x (Cosmic Black), Eight-Cell Rechargeable Battery, AC Adapter, User Manual, Warranty Card
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