Looks like it's available now.

it must be very recent change. the last time i checked it wasn't there.

Doesn't matter I guess, I'm getting the GTX770 and an upgrade isn't warranted at the price Dell will quote for the upgrade. Better to upgrade to a GTX880 once that's out.

By that time though, I'll be in the market for a new machine. Alienware 18 would be the best choice, but warranty issues because they don't sell it in the country. I spoke to Dell and they say that they don't and won't help with warranty if anything goes wrong. I was told that Dell US will bypass those sales people and get someone there to fix the machine anyway but no confirmation. I'll try to contact them and see soon. Local Dell also said they don't sell it in Singapore.

Singapore does, but again they don't let you configure it as you want. Dell is always trying to shove some configuration down your throat, not something I like.

So we'll see, might be turning to other brands that allow you to configure every piece of hardware you want.

that sucks.

on the other hand, i think s'pore is fine because i have friends there. worst comes to worst i just fly there during weekends. if it's even possible, it's much better that they send me parts so that i can do it myself.

yeah these days customizations are really limited for aw.

I just don't understand why they force configurations down our throats. I mean, it's not that the configuration is dependent on the other options. You don't need the highest processor to run the GTX780. You can have a pretty solid system even on the 4700. Anyway, no use going on and on about it. Dell does allow you to custom the machine accordingly I believe, but it's a lot more expensive and you have to do it directly with the sales person who are usually clueless about anything except their support manuals. Sager might be worth going back to, or maybe try Illegear.

They've been unhelpful no matter what I ask them recently, they don't give me options, they just want me to say yes and move on.

This post has been edited by refnulf: Dec 16 2013, 10:53 PM

horns HOLY CRAP!!! New specs!!! This one has a review online on YouTube. But then, glossy screen only.... I want matte 120hz screen!!!

Well, speaking about GTX780M, last time I ordered mine, I have to wait for 1 month or so for them to replenish their stock.

Damn, that new spec is really sucking money... I'd rather spend a bit more for AW 18. Only downside is the warranty but then, how the hell would anyone carry an 18" running around? People already calling me insane when I carry my 17".

maybe it's the shortage of parts.

right; after-market upgrades are easy, and some parts are much cheaper now (for r4). although most of us are happy with self customizations, it's still the best if we can get a customized laptop that consists of parts directly from the manufacturer and are covered by proper warranty.

the reactions from sales reps might be due to the lack of options that they can offer (again, due to parts shortage?).

sager and illegear both use clevo. from what i've read, they might not be as quiet as aw.

well you can put a matte screen protector on the glossy screen if you want haha!

compared to the MYR8699 option, i think the price is ok. the cpu, gpu, and screen are what i want. i already have ssd's and 32gb ram's ready.

aw18 is really huge and heavy. a 17" looks small beside it. (by the way aw18's screen is 60hz, not 120hz)

I'm guessing the sales people could open their mouths to say that the parts are not available. Instead of their usual "NO" without any further explanation.

LOL!!! Well, I didn't say the price is not ok for AW 17". Just feels that AW 18 is much better due to SLI. Yeah, I know that the AW 18 has a 60hz screen but it has SLI. SLI > 120hz anytime for me.

my guess is that they were trying to avoid further questions like, 'why don't have? i saw it at dell US :/'.

LOL! i like 120hz screen more one of my friends just got his 18 recently. it has a 4930xm cpu, 780m sli, full ssd setup, with 32gb of ram. after some after-market customizations, it's now over MYR 20k.

personally I prefer 120hz >SLi. as I doesn't game those high end games.

with high refresh rate, the view is better and sharp. wao!!!

New AW14 user reporting in!
Received my 14 last saturday together with Vindicator Messenger.

Btw anyone facing problem when reinstall windows 8 into msata? i got an error code 0xc000034 any help?

same same

Yup agreed. Usually 120hz is on 3d screen right?

yes, usually it is

the super high-end option at dell malaysia is gone now. they like to tease us don't they? :/

there is a new driver pack at killergaming.com (1.1.38.1281):

http://www.killergaming.com/driverlists/Ki..._Win8_Win81.exe

Yyp. But from myside u can customize with 120hz but dont wan 3d. Save some bucks, haha

(y). No forceful 3d vision 2 glasses. haha!
my glasses are getting dust 2. I haven't used them from a long time. Maybe i'll use them again when I install windows 8.1

there is option for 120Hz screen? that sounds great!

Mr.rivent new user added. welcome to the mothership.

yeah. i hope to see better applications of the technology but it's really not that useful for now.

by the way, after a few months with .ac router, intel 7260 is stable. (fluctuating between 433 to 866.7 mbps; no disconnection)