Origin PC EON17-X
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Reviews for the Origin PC EON17-X
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
Though it faces heavy (literally) competition from the largest and costliest gaming rigs, the Origin EON17-X has plenty to offer a gamer who wants cost-no-object performance but objects to a cost of $3,000 or more. Its keyboard and display are good, except for the latter's viewing angles; its speakers are decent; and its performance is blazing fast.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/07/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Digital Trends Archive.org version
The Origin EON17-X asks users to make little compromise in exchange for its impressive processor power. It’s only a tad larger than competitors from Alienware and Asus, and it’s also not much more expensive. In fact, it’s a bit less expensive than the Asus G751 or Alienware 17 when similarly equipped.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/04/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
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Model: The Origin PC EON17-X is a fully customizable gaming laptop made for the advanced gamer looking to push their machine to the next level. These days, the theme is fairly consistent with the requirements being able to pack the most power in the littlest of spaces. Design-wise, the Origin PC EON17-X compares to most gaming laptops with edgy lines and a sleek profile. Users have the option to choose the cover color scheme either from pre-sets or a self-designed artwork.
The matte 17.3 inch LED backlit display produces awesome images in terms of colors and contrast. At the highest configuration possible, the Origin PC EON17-X comes with an Intel i7-4790K quad-core processor clocked at 4.0 GHz, 32 GB DDR3 1600MHz RAM, an NVIDIA GTX 980M with 8 GB VRAM and an almost endless array from internal storage options.
Even the operating system has an option with the Windows 8.1 Professional 64-bit edition being top of the range. The audio quality is impressive. There are a few options from Creative Sound Blaster technology. Other features on the Origin PC EON17-X include SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, a card reader, an optional biometric fingerprint reader and a built-in 2.0 MP video camera. Origin offers a plethora of warranty packages with up to 3 years part replacement service.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 965M: Lower high-end graphics card based on the Maxwell chip GM204 and GM206 (newer 2016 version with higher clock rates). Part of the GeForce GTX 900M series.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
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17.30": This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
3.9 kg:
Only a few laptops are in this weight class because the mobility is rather limited due to the high weight.
Origin PC:
Origin PC is a US-American brand for laptops and desktops, especially for gaming. There are few reviews, the first one appeared in 2014. The ratings are average.
80%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.