Question about mobility

I have the EX7 and I do take this with me on many of my trips. The only time I don't is if I have a fear of security in the hotels I am staying at. I paid too much money to leave this laying around. However, one of the reasons I went with this was the 17" screen (not the only reason, but one). It is so much nicer for playing games and watching movies. During the last seven months, I have been on the road for about 10 weeks and getting ready to leave for another five weeks next week. Comfort while watching movies when I am relaxing is a big deal.

That aside, I have a question. Why did you pick the CQ6 over the MX6? Even though I am not fully read up on these two systems, the MX6 seems to be a more updated version of the CQ6. It has the dual channel memory, fasters FSB, allows for 2 hard drives vs one. To me, if I was looking at the two, I would more than likely go with the MX6.

That aside, how mobile are you talking about? The difference in weight is about 2 lbs, and yes, with the 17" screen, it is a bit larger. But it is still completely mobile, just as my EX7 is. But a difference is the battery life. The time on the CQ6 and the MX6 is much greater than the AX7. If you are one of those who are away from electricity when you are out and about, this makes a big difference. This should be something to think about.

Wish you the best in your decisions and if you have other questions, please feel free to ask.

Really depends on what your doing, is this laptop for school, work, or just fun?

The Aviator AX7 and Aviator CQ6 are both Clevo-based models. The Aviator MX6 is an Asus based model. Unless you are wanting a Clevo based model, then the Aviator MX6 is the best lightweight model that HyperSonic offers in my opinion. It also has a Nvidia GeForce Go 6600 128MB DDR which is a higher performing video card than the ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 which is offered on the AX7 and CQ6.

Of course, there is also the Aviator EX6 if you want a loaded desktop replacement with a 15.4" WUXGA display.... Choices...Choices

Unless it is required by each class that you bring your laptop I would say it might find itself sitting in your dorm room after a few weeks of toting it around.
I can't speak for the 6600 (my MX6 has not arrived yet) but my powerbook has a 9700 in it and I do alot of 3d rendering also use maya 5 on it aswell, play a few games on it also, and works just fine.

Do you know the programs you will be using for your architecture classes?
If you do know post the name or names of software programs and I will poke around some other forums and see if I can get you a good answer on what would be a better card for you.

Well, the Nvidia GeForce Go 6600 has considerably more raw power than the ATI Mobility Radeon 9700. Also, Nvidia has always been known for superior OpenGL performance which is usually the base for 3D modeling.

As far as the Acer Ferrari 4000, that uses the ATI Mobility Radeon X700 which is the direct competitor and equivalent to the Nvidia GeForce Go 6600. Therefore, the performance should be similar. However, once again, Nvidia usually has superior OpenGL performance.

Heat issue?

I am also looking at these two and have a question about the heat issue that is floating around. Is it the graphic cards or the cpu's the source of the rumors?

Well, between those 2 machines, there are 2 completely different displays as well to consider.

The Aviator MX6 comes with a anti-glare 15.4" WSXGA+ 1680x1050 display.
The Aviator CQ6 comes with a glare-type 15.4" WXGA+ 1280x800 display.

I don't like glare type displays, and I would want the higher resolution (with the exception of WUXGA 1920x1200 on a 15.4" which I feel is too high) so my decision would be easy.

However, you have to decide what you would like and prefer to help aid your decision outside of the issue of performance.

In some cases, you can see what is available by pulling down the option menu when you are pricing the system. However, in this case, the MX6 only has the option Dennis mentioned above and the CQ5 doesn't give you a menu option, thus, I believe you are again limited to what is available.

I have mixed feelings on the screens. I was a huge fan of the non-glare with my GX7 and it was great. However, the EX7 didn't have the option for the non-glare. So I had to go with the glare. The screen is very nice and crisp. The only issue is if there is any light behind you, be careful. I have a window next to my chair and so when the sun comes in late in the afternoon, I have to drop the shades.

That aside, my feelings are that the MX6 is a better system to go with all around. I believe the screen on there is comparable to what I had on the GX7 (just 15.4"), and if so, you will love it.

Good luck!

Sorry I was out of town for the holiday. Sounds like you made a choice, good for you.
I have read a few posts of different people using the 6600 for CAD programs, if your still unsure look at the Quadro series card I think it's available on the fusion EX7 machine. Bigger machine but still a bad momma

Shucks, my vote for the Ferrari is too late