Yeah, sounds like a good idea for what your interested in. The only thing it doesn't have is the possessing power, the best one you can get is 1.5 GHz, nor great resolution for that matter. Ive got the M17x, but the only thing I want you to know is that the m11x, is 11 inches, Its really really small. (Hence the M15x being 15 inches, and the M17x, 17). I'd do a bit of research before you get it, maybe there a faster laptop out there that you might like, but never as epic as an Alienware. Its really up to you, though. I love mine, but its not really like the 11x will pack as much punch as the 17x. Good luck with you new laptop! -Graboy