Is my CPU too weak

[VaultBoy1O6]

I ordered an Alienware m11x with a intel SU7300 core 2duo processor that works at 1.3 ghz (overclockable to 1.7 ghz). It also is coming with 4GB of RAM and a 250 GB Hard Drive, also a nvida 335 gT or something like that(feel free to correct me)

 

I was wondering if 1.3ghz is enough to play FO3 or if I should risk OCing to get 1.7 ghz.

 

Thank you for helping!

[evilneko]

I didn't know Alienware sold computers with CPUs that slow.

 

Based on notebookcheck.net your GPU is up to the task though.

 

It's a toss-up. Maybe, maybe not. More likely not.

[VaultBoy1O6]

Why most likely not, cause I just saw a video on YouTube o some guy doing Take It Back, with the processor at 1.7ghz.

 

So what reasoning do you have. (Sorry if that sounded a bit mean)

[evilneko]

The minimum reqs state 2.4 GHz. Also I tried Oblivion (which runs on the same engine) on a 1.9 GHz dual core once, and it didn't go so well. However, your laptop has a more powerful GPU than that system did. Your GPU is pretty much overkill for FO3.

 

If it runs, it'll run pretty well when there's not much going on. Highly-scripted scenes or areas with a ton of NPCs may cause problems. That'd be my prediction for it.

[VaultBoy1O6]

What type of problems, like lower frame rates or full blown system crash?

[Infestation]

to be honest with you alienware sucks unless you pay a minimum of 2500 dollars.. i got my laptop for 1300 dollars and it has quad core @ 1.6 ghz

but 1.3 ghz should be ok but it may be a little slow.

if i were you i would cancel that order and order an asus g73jh or something similar :)

cheaper and stronger

[VaultBoy1O6]

Thanks but canceling the order would make it so I don't get a compurer for another however long. But really the M11x is the most powerful computer for it's size, and as long as FO3 and FNV are playable ima happy camper.