Anyone have experience with Sagers? Deciding between two...

[knockout34]

http://www.xoticpc.com/sager-np9150-clevo-p150em-p-4341.html

or

http://www.xoticpc.com/sager-np9130-clevo-p151em1-p-4340.html

Both pretty similar in specs. Only physical difference is that the 9130 does not have a backlit keyboard. Not sure if a keyboard justifies spending an extra $200. Both of them have user upgradeable GPU's, which for me is pretty important as it will extend the life of the machine. Anyone have any experience or recommendations for these two?

 

[Laquer Head]

Both are nice, I cant help but wonder about the 'upgradeable' nature of the GPU is decided at time of purchase-- not upgradeable later unless you replace entire mobo, etc..

Not sure though??

To answer your other query-- I dont think $200 extra for a flashy keyboard is worth it.

 

[byteninja2]

Sager is a respeccted brand, but do you REALLY need it to be portable?

 

[knockout34]

Sager is a respeccted brand, but do you REALLY need it to be portable?

Unfortunately yes. Believe me, as soon as I am able to have a gaming desktop I'm building my own. For now though I need something that I can game on respectably that will travel with me.

And Laquer Head, from what I've read, even after purchase they are upgradeable as long as you have a compatible GPU. From looking at the inside, it's just held in place by 4 screws. Actually looks pretty simple compared to what you normally have to do to replace a notebook GPU.

 

[Laquer Head]

..And Laquer Head, from what I've read, even after purchase they are upgradeable as long as you have a compatible GPU. From looking at the inside, it's just held in place by 4 screws. Actually looks pretty simple compared to hat you normally have to do to replace a notebook GPU.

Thats cool, I honestly havent seen a GPU chageable laptop before.. take pictures if you do--I'm very curious now

 

[knockout34]

Thats cool, I honestly havent seen a GPU chageable laptop before.. take pictures if you do--I'm very curious now

Sure thing, might take a while though. In the meantime, this picture shows the interior, with the 4 screws circled. And opening it up and swapping pieces doesn't void your warranty with Sager.