JESUIT - gadget@TTS -Ep55- Gateway P-171XL FX Laptop

[tamaskrisztian]

m-1625 and now nv 79 xx

[megadomonic]

@o0Deano2k80o

I believe Gateway already made an updated FX laptop not too long ago.

[gadgettts]

@o0Deano2k80o,

True... but isn't that the way with ALL technology? -- After all, this review IS from more than 2 years ago.

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[norwaygy]

get a desktop or laptop at ibuypower (i think its called that) they're cheap and good if you are looking for gaming laptop or desktop

[TheWhiskeyFairy]

It's 1,050 at bestbuy. :D ......But im totally broke right now. -.-

[DeathToTheseWalls]

The modern-day model of this laptop costs $1050.

Changes in technology changes never cease to shock me.

[gadgettts]

DeathToTheseWalls,

Such is the life of a nerd! -- That's one of the reasons why I never buy "bleeding edge" products. (Think first iPhone, first laptop, first OLED screen, etc.) They may be cool, and I like to review them so that I can show people what's around the corner, but either wait two months or buy the third unit from the top to hit the price-performance sweet spot.

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[magdi1966]

Ah yes, I have one. What an incredible machine. I love my baby.

[nojita]

there are quad notebooks ... :S

[gadgettts]

nojita,

That's true... NOW... but not over a year ago when this notebook was reviewed. :)

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[h0tthings]

check the quasimo from Toshiba

[gadgettts]

h0tthings,

I asked them to send one to us for review... here's hoping they want to come out and play!

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[Jay12341235]

yes the 100 point difference in 3d05. IT DOESN"T MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN GAMES

[paranoid1414]

Lol...

...2k-3k???

its at best buy for 1.1k new =D imma have 2 get 1

[gadgettts]

paranoid1414,

You may want to check the date of the review...

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[paranoid1414]

good point lol...

[cardazio]

How bias can a review get?

Example: Runs Crysis at max settings in FullHD without anything more than minor problems - Right..

3 GB 667 mhz ram... what the hell...

..SPONSORED..

[gadgettts]

cardazio,

A few things....

1. Check the date of the review. This is A YEAR OLD. This was the state of the art last year.

2. Do you have your own benchmarks? Your own experience with the product? Or are you simply talking out your end?

I constantly hear from people like you who take it as fact that since we are sponsored we must somehow be in somebody's pocket. -- If you disagree, great. But we've been doing this a long time and I stand behind my reviews.

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[cardazio]

Do you stand by the statement that running Crysis at 1920x1080 with max settings was pretty smooth? In that case, there is no saving you.

2. Crysis at 0xAA in 1680 resolution with a pretty extreme rig (Stationary QX6850 (3 Ghz), 4 GB 1066 mhz, GTX280 ..) had around 37 fps:

Hexus (dot) net is my source. Can't post links here it seems.. :(

See the "Crysis" page for the fps rates.

No AA at 1920x1080 gave below 33.

What bugs me is that you mentioned nothing negative about it.

[gadgettts]

cardazio,

You're not blocked. I never block somebody for voicing a dissenting opinion... I have only blocked those individuals who have either written racial slurs, disrespectful or biggotted comments, or SPAM. (And you are clearly not one of those.)

[cardazio]

I asked you in a message, not here. The reason was I didn't know youtube blocks url:s in the posts. I also wrote you a message 5 minutes later (long before you posted this message) that I was wrong and apologized.

[gadgettts]

I do stand by the statement that running Crysis at 1920x1080 with max settings was pretty smooth. I don't know what rig you are using, but this was my experience. -- Remeber that I was testing experience, not FPS. 24FPS is all that you need for "smooth motion video" --- It may not run up against a quad core a year later, but for its time it was a fantastic machine. At the time, Crysis at max settings was impossible on even a powerful rig. The 171 made it playable. I stand behind that 100%

[cardazio]

If we put everything else aside - you won't get 24 fps with that laptop with the settings maxed. In max settings AA is included.

Although I do like the thorough overview regarding the specs and appearance.

[gadgettts]

You also need to remember that this was a review from A YEAR AGO. - Performance is a very subjective thing for those who live outside of benchmarks. My comparison was against other "gaming notebooks" from HP, Alienware, FN, etc. Given all that, I think that the 171 still holds up well even today.

[gadgettts]

As for the lack of "negatives" --- I think I spelled it out pretty clearly in that I mention that this isn't a notebook for everybody. Like all well-designed products it has a paricular audience. This isn't going to be your "daily drive" nor should you expect it to last through your cross-country flight. It's heavy and large. It uses up a lot of battery power.

[gadgettts]

That said, if you look at all of my reviews I have been consistent through the entire series because I don't review bad products. I have explained several times that I receive many products in the lab. The ones I like (i.e. that I would actually use) I review. The ones that I don't like get sent back to the manufacturer with a list of the things I found wrong with the product. There are plenty of negative review shows out there. If that's what you want, then we're not one of them.

[gadgettts]

Listen, I appreciate your input... and believe me when I say that I've heard the same complaint many times before... but this is the way that I review. I do this in my free time because I really enjoy playing with good technology. I don't make a living off of it, nor do any of our production sponsors pay us anything for a good review.

[gadgettts]

In the end, if we are helpful, entertaining or provokative in any way, then I consider what we do to be a success. If not, then I thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment.

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[WiiFreedom]

I am so getting this! =D

[mathers3000]

Gateway has gone under and are undergoing many lawsuits. DO NOT buy as they no longer support the warrenty for their computers.

Please research this company before deciding to purchase. Don't get screwed by this company that no longer exits.

[gadgettts]

Mathers3000,

Gateway Computers is owned by Acer Computers. Together they are the #2 seller of laptops and desktops in the world.

Pehaps you mean Gateway PROFESSIONAL which was bought by MPC and filed for bankruptcy a few months ago.

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[orland44football]

i just got this laptop from best buy and it's true everything is great...but the only problem i found with my notebook is when i try to turn it off it turns back on by itself??? what's up with that, it's only a week old? Should I return even though i didn't get the geek squad warranty?

[gadgettts]

orland44football,

That's not a hardware problem. Check the BIOS and the power saving setting. You want to disallow the "Wake Up" due to LAN or USB activity.

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[sarkerm2]

priest teaching us about computers lol

nice review though

[shikamaru6999]

I can wait to get mine! :3

[GoEnFast101]

I own it I love it,.... Everyone here should buy it..

[leopardrox]

excellent review, thanks

[EpiiCgamers360]

do they still make this one?

because idk i heard its cheapr then the new one the p-7805u becuase i am getting of of them

and if they make this one where can i get it?

[YoSoyJesus]

its only $850 now

[sillypiggy2]

850$!? from where? thats crazy, i was saving $1200 for it and if i can get it for $850.. thats amazing

[YoSoyJesus]

Nvm i was looking at the non fx version.

The FX version is on sale at best buy for 1.15k,

but why bother buying that when u can get the alienware area 51 mx15 for $150 more.

I've heard bad rumors about gateway..

[sillypiggy2]

oh really? i guess i should look into that then thanks

[prowler169]

Dude Alienware is overrated you can build a better one for less

[sillypiggy2]

yeah i looked into it a little while ago and i saw, way over priced.

[prowler169]

I just ordered my parts came up to a little under a G and it'll smoke any alienware

[burply2112]

it still cost $1200

here in Milwaukee,Wisconsin

[Billyist]

Is there anyway to get it without windows vista?

[gadgettts]

Billyist,

No. It comes with Vista.

[gschreiber94]

you could install windows xp

[murfy911]

when you buy this laptop... does it come with the basic programs such as word, excel and those stuff??... and would it be good for a dorm college student??

[gadgettts]

murfy911,

It comes with the 60-day trial. Typically I suggest that the cash-strapped studen remove the trial and download a copy of Open Office for free!

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[murfy911]

kk... thnx bro... and where can i get Open Office??... im still studying, so its a necessity.

[murfy911]

Ok... where can i download it?...

[gadgettts]

download.openoffice(org)

[mcdudly00]

well try the mc series there smaller and comes with an illuminated keyboard and shortcuts(if u wanna work in dark)

[murfy911]

have u used the MC series... is it any good and is it good for playing games like COD4, AOE 3... crysis?

[johnlares13]

can this play crysis and crysis warhead at full max power high detail will it play smooth?

[gadgettts]

johnlares13,

No --- If you turn on ALL the eye candy and pump it to the maximum resolution you will notice choppiness.

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[o0tomma0o]

Hi, anyone knowing the name of the race game shown at 0.34?

Thnx :D

[gadgettts]

o0tomma0o,

Wow... it's been so long since I filmed it that I've completely forgotten!

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Peace,

Fr. Robert

[o0tomma0o]

thats a pitty :(

Thnx for your fast reply anyway ;)

I really enjoyed the video, keep up the good work!

[zabizum]

i think it's GREED

[Silverjag1997]

do you reckon an asus x50r could run world of warcraft

[gadgettts]

Silverjag1997,

I do not know. Unfortunately we've never reviewed an Asus system on the show. :(

. Peace, Fr. Robert

[Humancyclone7]

plz do one on the gateway p-6860 FX thanks!!!!

[utubegod35]

Having not actually used one, I couldn't say for sure it could... Though, given WoW's low requirements, I'd assume it could with no problems.

[landth78]

2800 dollars?! omgod!!!

[gadgettts]

landth78,

This episode is 8 months old. Check out our review of the FX7811 -- Lower price, more performance, same style.

 Peace, Fr. Robert

[killjoy9898]

Wow... that's what i call a nice laptop... I wants it lolz :/

[MRCTechOne]

ok i have the first series of the fx laptop. and it has 3 gigs of ram and intel centrino core 2 duo in it. and i have been playing gears of war on it and it seems to have frame rate issues sometimes with all the settings on high.i dont know if i should upgrade my fx laptop to 4 gigs of ram or what (i dont know if that will help it). P.S. has any one had this trouble playing gears of war on the fx with all settings on high. thanks

[gadgettts]

The extra memory will not help you unless you are running Vista 64-bit version.

[toutinette]

Haha I got this one and its soo cool!

FAT ASS battery though :P

[unnlimit3d]

The 2x200GB HDDs get really HOT !! :)DO NOT BLOCK THE BOTTOM VENTS

[dantomato355]

haha, u said "to show you uber gamage ownage" lol nice

[ProjectRealityBf2]

The only thing that turned me off from getting this laptop was the fact that it has an HD DVD drive instead of a blue-ray because as most of us know HD DVDs have been discontinued and blue ray is raining supreme in the high def market!

[Ryan123497]

what kind of idiot buys a laptop for gaming

[gandolfjr]

Let's see, you're a 16 year-old from Chicago who makes crappy art, is a wannabe gamer, and who writes on his profile, "I think Illiegal mexicans do nothing for this country, they should all be shiped back. And California is more our enemy than

the middle east. What the hell lest blow

both of them up. I hate liberals."

-- No wonder why you can't figure out who buys a laptop for gaming. -- Grow up, get a job, stop calling your pencil smears art and then MAYBE you'll get it.

[gadgettts]

Ryan123497,

It's not just for gaming. This system happens to be fantastic for when I'm editing video on the road. If you're not into that kind of stuff then I understand why YOU wouldn't want it, but that hardly makes idiots of those who CAN use its power.

It's not really about gaming... it's about pushing the envelope of what is possible with technology. You know... shrinking components, making them more efficient/powerful. That's what makes it cool. Peace, Fr. Robert

[rxrivera1]

Fr. Robert,

I agree with you. I just bought my P-7811fx last week and I love it. When you consider where we were a couple of years ago - the technology has come a long way.

I'm not familiar with laptop technology, can you tell me if the P-7811fx is upgradable in any way?

Thanks,

Rich

[gadgettts]

All the laptops in the P-Series have two hard drives bays (which means that you can upgrade it to run in RAID 0 or 1 depending on your needs) and the CPU is socketed, meaning that you could replace it with a higher-end part. Peace, Fr. Robert

[hellzfire15]

an idiot that likes to entertain its self by playing a game that you cannt do in real life.

[KMMPlanet]

OMG T-T i head that the supplies are very limited for this laptop at tigerdirect is that true if so I NEED TO GET IT

[KMMPlanet]

nice review im subscribing ur reviews are awesome very informative lol

[AntiHatorade]

LOL HD-DVD

[KMMPlanet]

just to tell u blu ray isnt that great it just makes u spend a whole lot of money a dvds when u can be buying other things and this laptop is pretty good for its price and specs

[jind604]

this is a monster laptop... amazing power

[jakehills]

lol i have it and it is good

[saleall]

jesus gaming laptop. lol

[enzoa17]

nvm... ignore me. I know where to buy now. Thanks for sharing this video ! good review too.

[enzoa17]

just kidding... Where i can buy the cheapest one? or on sale? lol.

[enzoa17]

how much is this laptop?

[gadgettts]

They don't sell the P-171XL FX anymore. -- You can check out our review of the P-7811FX, just release two weeks ago. Just go to our channel and you'll find it. Peace, Fr. Robert

[enzoa17]

pinoy po ba kayo? i can tell hehe...

[gadgettts]

Thanks nvidiagunz... I appreciate the compliment and I admire your name! :)

[dougla5man100]

it,s not $ 2800 to $ 3000 it,s only 1400 to 2000.

[gadgettts]

I'm sorry, but I'm not really sure to what this comment is in response.

Exactly what are you saying?

[Lemonbunnyboy]

I might;ve gotten the best laptop deal in history.

p-6860fx gateway.

4GB

320GB

8800 graphics.

for 750$

on clearance at bestbuy near me... not avalible anywhere else that ive heard.

[gadgettts]

Nice... It's quite close to the P-7811FX that we just reviewed.... Good find.

 Peace, Fr. Robert

[cheesyb00ty]

Hey Father robert! long time watcher, first time writer. I just bought this laptop online based off your detailed review. Gotta say, already loving it, thanks :] But heres the question. Having trouble keeping finger prints off... Ive seen u use thsi laptop in a few of your videos. Any idea how to keep those prints off >:[ - thanks - dave

[gadgettts]

Hey Cheesyb00ty,

Yeah... the fingerprint thing. That's a commong problem for ALL laptops with the glossy color schemes. Unfortunately I don't have a really good way to keep the finger prints off. The good news is that they tend to wipe off quite easily. Peace, Fr. Robert

[ruspyati]

no way this laptop cant game for shit with that hardware unless you want to play good old games

[gadgettts]

Yes, you are absolutely right.

Except for the fact that we played Bioshock and Crysis on it... then again, those ARE old games, yes? Peace, Fr. Robert

[p7811fx]

I got my new P-7811FX model at $1449 a few dys ago. and let me tell you I love it. Im playing bioshock at high 1920 X 1200 and crysis on very high everything 2xAA at 800 X 600 full screen and it looks amazing and there is no lags(it maybe a shitty res but it still looks great and runs superbly)!!!! best laptop ever....send me a message if you have a question

[hardcoregamer847A]

hey that laptop is awesome but can u plzzzzzz tell me how much battery life it has.(i mean can i play games like Bioshock,Oblivion,Dialo 3,Rainbow six vegas etc for 3 hrs straight???)Plzzzz answer.

P.S= Do u know when the ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series will go mobile???

[gadgettts]

I will NOT tell you... because we've got an even better (and cheaper) gaming laptop coming up in 10 days. ... :)

Stay tuned.

[3ternityxX]

Are you talking about the P-7811?

i cant find it in any bestbuy!!

HELP

[hardcoregamer847A]

k then thnx. guess ill have 2 wait 10 days..........

[p7811fx]

I have a newer model which is the p7811fx and that was 1449 USD. It has a intel core 2 duo aat 2.26 Ghz and nvidia 9800 gts and 4 gigs of ram. Their are different power plans such as balanced, power saver, and high performance. Each consumes battery life at a rate slower or faster compared to each other. I leave mine on high performance and it gets slightly over 2 hours so I have an extra battery on hands at all times. But i usually play games when it pluged in to an AC Adapter

[hardcoregamer847A]

when u say 2 hrs u mean while constant gaming right???

[cheezer20004]

whyyyyyyy r they putting a 360 disk in it?

[gadgettts]

That's not a 360 disk. That's Bioshock for the PC.

[qwertyismypass]

roar stupid australia doesnt sell em

[DragonTamer2345]

Me want now!!

I might get this instead of a new gaming desktop...

[sunnytuesday]

very sexy notebook. might consider getting one soon.

[Cheezburgerz]

is it true that you can't play games on vista home premium 64 bit?

[gadgettts]

You CAN play games on Vista Home Premium 64 bit. I've played Bioshock and Crysis on VHP64 with no problems. However, I understand that some WOW players are having trouble getting it to load properly on ANY Vista machine. They just go back to XP for their gaming.

[fhantazm]

EXCELLENT review. I love the format with which you reviewed it, as well as the technical aspect. I love my 6860FX (x7800, 4gb RAM, Vista 64bit, 2-320GB 7200RPM in RAID 0) and reviews like this help others to make a better buying decision.

[Armoredfury193]

excellent series of notebooks. I have the P-173X FX and it works like a dream

[janderson505]

these are some of the best reviews on youtube for sure.very well done father..

peace

[berumen56]

you can get this laptop on ebay direct from gateway for $1081.00 with $39 shipping... since it is discontinued now

[gadgettts]

Nice... thanks for the note. It's a great laptop and that's a great price.

Peace, Fr. Robert

[GolfinPanda]

What's the battery life? exactly.

[antoniown]

isnt the res 1920 by 1200?

[antoniown]

woah its not fast its uber fast thats even better

[issyrocks]

im gunna be getting my P 173XL soon im so excited.. smae as this other than 4GB of RAM, and a better processer

[issyrocks]

also it only cost $2000 more for less

[climb2freak]

Should I buy it via the internet or is it not trustable? I REALLY WANT that laptop ^^(I live in Belgium)

Greetz

[gadgettts]

Online from the Gateway site is just fine... they are quite trustworthy! Peace, Fr. Robert

[mixcoatl14]

heeeeyyyyyy!!!!! i got just like that one but a bit smaller and no finger print crap!! IS MY FX STILL GOOD? STUPID BEST BUY GUY!!

[gadgettts]

The entire FX line is pretty good. They have several different models and you just got the one that is smaller and lighter... no big deal. The only question is... 'do YOU like it?' Peace, Fr. Robert

[MRCTechOne]

soooooo hot thats cole trains laptop

[xxmarka]

P-172x FX I mean

[xxmarka]

you are really corny, but I am very glad you made this video because I'm waiting for my P-172x to ship =]

[iloveRorkMuzic]

im going to buy it but i think make me hesitate is people said that the microphone jack doesn't work ... is it? i really love this gaming notebook..thank u for posting it

[Arabman666]

Since there is a built in mic, im sure they didn't know how to use the external mic through switching between the two.

[Feder147]

YOUR A CATHOLIC FATHER!? im catholic too, but I never thought a priest would be a gamer OMG OMG OMG, Im going to your church

[Shan224]

More specifically an estimate fps for crysis on high settings.

[Shan224]

Please tell me how crysis runs on this I havnt seen any benchmarks.

[schpeck]

Great review! Might be picking one of these up at Best Buy.

[chazutz]

I just got the one from bestbuy yesterday! I love it so much! Loaded Crysis on it and it runs on high everything perfectly! The battery life is suprising for the laptop too. About 3 hours...who would of thunk it? A gateway...

[gadgettts]

I know... Gateway?!?!? --- They've really done their homework with the latest gen of systems. I think they're the biggest secret in the PC world.

[hrtfjyy]

i looked up gateways website and didnt see the p-171 XL??????? i really want to buy one but dont see it on the site

[jfitts23]

the x7900 is a intel extreme cpu. Like the one in the computer in this video.

[jfitts23]

i have the 6860fx and i want to upgrade my cpu which is better the x7900 or t9300? i can get them for about the same price.

[gadgettts]

You're comparing apples to oranges here. The X7900 is an ATI GPU, the t9300 is an Intel CPU.

[tipoomaster]

the next model down, the the Gateway P-172S FX Edition is the CHEAPEST LAPTOP that has an 8800m GTS in it! much better value than the high end one.

[w3t8ack]

>:o fuck!!!!

[ccubsfan94]

can you play flight simulator x on this and get your geek on

[NorWay707]

no you cant, im terribly sorry its not possible on only this laptop.

[ccubsfan94]

shut up im saying are the specs good enough asshole

[NorWay707]

no you are asking because u dont know asshole xD

[ccubsfan94]

you dunbass just shut the fuck up already

[NorWay707]

no because u dont know a shit! xD

ur making me funny xD

[ccubsfan94]

just shut up ur an asshole that pisses everyone off

[NorWay707]

at least its pissing you off 8)

[lostinapaperbag9]

i love dumbasses on the internet fighting over a simple question

[NorWay707]

:)

well its a nice computer.

ashame that you cant play flight simulator on it xD

[zurbon]

yes you can I own the gateway fx p-172s and i have the flight sim demo and it plays very well.

[w3t8ack]

ahahahahahah

[tipoomaster]

me want!

but why oh why is it stuck with a HD DVD drive??? i hope they fix this.

[dean05876]

Where is this laptop on sale at? (website)

Thanks in advance. :)

[tipoomaster]

gateway's main website.

[Emm22it]

Has anyone that has the 6831FX version, upgraded the cpu? if so, does anyone know the highest processor that can be installed, and where I can find a how to guide for replacing the cpu?

[Atomo626]

I am planning to get this laptop for gaming and school but im a little concerned since im getting the downgraded version just below the P-171XL FX that it will not work as well. I am also a wondering about the battery life which I heard is 1hr. and 30 min (which is pretty good for a gaming laptop)that it could increase to possibly 2hr. if I just run microsoft word/internet/low brightness. So far from the looks of this killer piece of tech... it PWNS!

[toxuxiaowei]

i just dont understand...simly means i cant buy it in canada plus the striped down vision used to be sell @bestbuy? never see them again since feb

[gadgettts]

Gateway is constantly refreshing/revolving their product line... don't worry, it'll get to you! :)

[NCtarheels011]

do you know if you can upgrade the processor on this laptop?

[gadgettts]

Yes. It is a socketed processor.

[samuelsamsamuel]

can you upgrade the graphics card at all?

[zurbon]

yes the p-172s fx comes standard with a ati hd 2600xt but you can have them put in the 8800m gts its about 250 bucks more but well worth the upgrade thats what i did the hell with the 2600xt.

[lolak47]

quade core 3.2ghz intel

4 gb of ram

1.5 tb HDD

37 lcd

my rig kick the gayway p171

[gadgettts]

Uhhhh... yeah... and can you pack your rig into your backpack, take it on a plane and rip off a few games while sitting in coach?

[drumsaboutdrums]

zing

[xbahamunatx]

im trying to get the p-171x FX but it says its sold out TT. Anyways im really looking forward to this^^

[LordF0amY]

ehm can you help me on a question here. im thinking of buying one of these. the 2.0 ghz version instead of the slow 1.66 one. Do u know what the 3dmark06 score is on the 2.0ghz one? thanks

[LordF0amY]

Also, how well this thing run crysis?

[NCtarheels011]

i have this laptop. it runs perfect and i have it on all max settings. This laptop is a must buy for the money.

[SaviorSixtySix]

I wish I had a laptop like that. I got an Acer over a Wal*Mart for $745 for school, but being the gamer I am I uploaded stuff like KOTOR and Call of Duty on it and using the Intel 945 expres, although they could play, they were slow and laggy and basically unplayable.

You are pretty lucky that the lord found favor in you to have such an awesome job. What do you do with the products you receive after they are reviewed? Do you give them back, audition/sell, or give them away?

[gadgettts]

SSS,

I WISH I could keep/auction/sell/give away the gear! :)

It all goes back. (Though some gear goes back more slowly! -- I'll use it as long as the let me!)

Oh... and this really isn't my job. It's more of a hobby. My REAL job is being a full-time associate pastor. (Catholic Priest stuff)

Thanks for watching and for commenting... I hope you get a system that is more commiserate with your gaming skills. :)

[JohnnyZina]

i just bought this laptop a few days ago, it is truly amazing, but they dropped the price a bit at best buy, its like $1400 same laptop same everything