xps 15
xps 15
You're weighing two options for a Dell XPS 15 7590 upgrade. The 9300h+gtx1650 is priced around $1350, while the 9750h+gtx1650 is about $1500. Since you're a student with budget considerations, it's wise to compare features and performance. The extra 2C/4T in the 9750 might offer better value if you need more power or future-proofing. Consider your specific needs—do you prioritize performance, portability, or cost?
Aim for savings by targeting 9300h. Increase demand power and keep it straightforward.
The VRM heatsink works best only with i9 models. The i7 experiences the most throttling across all setups. Regardless of your choice, you’ll face significant GPU slowdowns. Dell has limited the GPU frequency to 75°C in the BIOS, causing it to drop to around 1000MHz or less, which drops performance below that of a standard 1050 card.
According to the article, the 1125Mhz model remains significantly quicker than the 1050, which has 640 CPU cores compared to the 1650’s 896 CUDA cores. Additionally, the 1650 only reduces performance under combined CPU and GPU workloads.
In short, whenever you require it for work, it performs just like a well-boosted 1050—those can hit 1700MHz. The additional 30% CUDA cores struggle to make up for about a 50% drop in clock speed.