PC Status | Overall this PC is performing above expectations (69th percentile). This means that out of 100 PCs with exactly the same components, 31 performed better. The overall PC percentile is the average of each of its individual components. |
Processor | With a good single core score, this CPU can easily handle the majority of general computing tasks. Despite its good single core score this processor isn't appropriate for workstation use due to its relatively weak multi-core performance. Finally, with a gaming score of 65.6%, this CPU's suitability for 3D gaming is above average. |
Graphics | 2.32% is too low to play 3D games or use CAD packages. (Note: general computing tasks don't require 3D graphics) |
Boot Drive | 84.6% is a very good SSD score. This drive is suitable for moderate workstation use, it will facilitate fast boots, responsive applications and ensure minimum IO wait times. |
Memory | 6GB is enough RAM to run any version of Windows and it's sufficient for the vast majority of games. 6GB is also enough for moderate file and system caches which result in a very responsive system. |
OS Version | Although Windows 8.1 is a recent version of Windows, it's worth upgrading to Windows 10 which has had several improvements made to the user interface including a better homescreen. |
System | Alienware M17x (all builds) |
Motherboard | Alienware |
Memory | 4 GB free of 6 GB @ 1.3 GHz |
Display | 1920 x 1200 - 32 Bit colors |
OS | Windows 8.1 |
BIOS Date | 20110117 |
Uptime | 0.1 Days |
Run Date | Apr 01 '17 at 12:15 |
Run Duration | 143 Seconds |
Run User | LVA-User |
Background CPU | 15% |
Actual performance vs. expectations. The graphs show user score (x) vs user score frequency (y).
Processor | Bench | Normal | Heavy | Server |
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65.6%
Good
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Graphics Card | Bench | 3D DX9 | 3D DX10 | 3D DX11 |
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Nvidia GeForce GTX 460M
Dell(1028 043A) 1.5GB
CLim: 335 MHz, MLim: 312 MHz, Ram: 1.5GB, Driver: 378.92
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2.32%
Terrible
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Memory Kit | Bench | Multi core | Single core | Latency |
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Unknown HMT351S6AFR8C-H9 80CE M471B5673FH0-CH9 6GB
1333, 1333 MHz
4096, 2048 MB
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41.6%
Average
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L1/L2/L3 CPU cache and main memory (DIMM) access latencies in nano seconds
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CPU | |
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Core i7 Q 720Intel $220Bench 51%, 13,149 samples | 13x |
Core i7 Q 820Intel $119Bench 52%, 2,269 samples | 9x |
Core i7 X 920Intel $90Bench 57%, 998 samples | 9x |
GPU | |
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Mobility Radeon HD 4870ATIBench 8%, 153 samples | 27x |
Mobility Radeon HD 5870AMDBench 9%, 3,040 samples | 25x |
GeForce GTX 260MNvidiaBench 5%, 1,120 samples | 7x |
EDIT WITH CUSTOM PC BUILDER | Value: 50% - Above average | Total price: $248 |