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Announced shortly after the release of Intel's i7 processors - the Dell XPS 730x is an updated version of the Dell XPS 730 which was made available in May 2008. Featuring an improved Intel X58 chipset and a Core i7 processor, the XPS 730x retains the 730's graphics subsystem - allowing for both Crossfire and SLI multi-card options. Similarly, the 730x also includes an H2C model, a factory overclocked liquid cooling option that brings a substantial performance boost.
MSRP $1,799.00
Release date November, 2008
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Features
- CPU/RAM: Core i7-920 to Core i7-965 EE, 3-6GB DDR3 1066MHz (triple channel)
- Storage: single HDDs available up to 1TB including 150/300GB WD Raptors, 128GB SSD available, Data security or performance RAIDs also available
- Optical: Single or dual drive configurations, DVD +/- RW and Blu-ray readers/writers available
- Graphics cards: Triple card SLI/Crossfire available, Radeon HD 4850, GeForce 9800GT or GeForce GTX 280 available
- Sound: Onboard 7.1 HD audio or Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium
- Network: dual onboard Gigabit, optional Killer NIC Gaming network card
- Expansion: PCI x 1, PCIe (x1) x 1, PCIe (x16) x 3
- Ports: (front) USB 2.0 x 2, 1394a x 1, headphone out, microphone in (rear) USB 2.0 x 6, 1394a x 1, eSATA x 1, PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard, Gigabit x 2
- Dimensions & Weight: 21.9" x 8.6" x 23.4" (55.5 x 21.9 x 59.4cm), 47.8 pounds (typical), 68 pounds (maximum)
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Competitors
MSRP $1,249.99
Released November, 2008
Pros
- highly configurable
- affordable prices compared to other manufacturers
- not as gaudy as competing products
Cons
- made by Gateway
- doesn't include as many quality accessories
Dell XPS 730x
vs.
Gateway FX6800
MSRP $1,699.99
Released May, 2008
Pros
- Great bang for the buck!
- case is not as flashy and lit up as other gaming computers
- Core i7 isn't much of an improvement compared to Core 2 equivalents found in the Predator - still super fast
Cons
- gaudy looking
- aging and now somewhat expensive compared to newer Core i7 gaming computers
Dell XPS 730x
vs.
Acer Aspire Predator G7710
MSRP --
Released November, 2008
Cons
- not as easily found or configured as competing products
- very expensive
Dell XPS 730x
vs.
Asus ROG CG6190
Reviews
December 23, 2008
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Pros
- highly customizable
- custom case
- latest most powerful computer technology
- easily overclockable
- water cooling model available directly from the manufacturer
- ATX compliant chassis can be reused with future components
- comes with a variety of accessories
- no pre-installed trial software
- LED lighting, with Alienware customization software
Cons
- Heavy
- limited manufacturer provided video card options (not configurable without a video card)
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