Alienware m9700 review

Typical price: £2,028

What is it: A 17-inch SLI-capable gaming laptop, available in a range of configurations and colours

What we think: Excellent gaming power comes at a price

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Reviewed by: Paul Lester

Reviewed on: 3 November 2006

Tags: Alienware, Alienware m9700, desktop replacement, applications, home cinema

We like:

Excellent performance from twin graphics cards; 17-inch widescreen display

We don't like:

Smallish hard drive; niggling issues with the case design; slightly dated looks; no GTX upgrade option for graphics

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CNET UK judgement:

The m9700 is without a doubt an extremely capable laptop that'll crush most of the competition. Twin 512MB 7900GS SLI graphics did impress at medium resolutions, but can clam up when maxed out on today's most demanding titles. Still a good machine, but you may want to consider a more basic spec to save some cash

Full review:

Alienware prides itself on never getting left behind in the gaming arena, and is usually first on the scene when a new graphics configuration or technology hits the market. But its latest creation stands out for another reason -- it's finished in a rather garish 'Cyborg Green'. Continue Reading...