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Which Laptop Should I Purchase?

by arzeisextinct Sep 14, 2018 12:18PM PDT

I’m looking for a laptop that can act as a tablet so I can draw and paint digitally. I also want to be able to game (not hardcore or big mmo games, just single player.) I’d also prefer the ability to use it as a second monitor and for it to have an HDMI output, so that I don’t have to get a smart tv. I have an Alienware x51, just for reference (I want them to be compatible. Thank you for reading and if you need any clarifications I’d love to inform. Any or all of these traits would be great for any recommendations you have!!
p.s. I’m not super savvy, but understand basic terms when it comes to PC tech. If you feel like educating me I’d appreciate it for sure

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Clarification Request

So for art?

by r. proffitt Forum moderator Sep 14, 2018 12:48PM PDT

https://www.wacom.com/en-us/products/pen-computers/wacom-mobilestudio-pro-16 in the i7 trim gives you the following GPU -> https://www.notebookcheck.net/NVIDIA-Quadro-M1000M.151582.0.html so gaming is possible.

The problem with most tablets is they don't have the pen needed for artwork.

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