Dell has unveiled its latest gaming laptops, the Alienware m16 and x14 R2 models. These laptops are engineered to strike a balance between high-end performance and ease of portability.
The devices are equipped with the latest 13th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-Series GPUs, making them ideal for gaming enthusiasts. It’s worth noting that these laptops follow the launch of Dell Alienware m18 and x16 R1 and Inspiron laptops for gamers back in April.
Dell Alienware m16
The latest Alienware M series laptops come with a 16:10 display, Legend 3.0 design, and advanced thermal architecture, including the Alienware Cryo-tech design and redesigned Alienware Command Centre 6.0, all packed into a compact form factor. These laptops are built for high performance, offering high frame rates and maximized graphics settings for an immersive gaming experience.
The Alienware m16 model features up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9 13900HX CPUs, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU, and storage of up to 9TB. The advanced thermal design dissipates heat efficiently using Element 31 thermal interface material, an expanded vapour chamber, and four ultra-thin fans, which increase internal airflow by nearly 25%.
The m16 boasts a 16:10 aspect ratio screen with a 16″ QHD+ display, a choice between a 165Hz and 240Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos for an enhanced gaming experience. With a new FHD webcam and FHD IR camera, the m16 is a future-proof device that caters to the needs of power-hungry gamers.
Quick specifications: Alienware m16
- Display: 16″ QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 165Hz, 3ms, ComfortView Plus, NVIDIA G-SYNC + DDS, 100% sRGB
- Processor: 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900HX
- Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, 12 GB GDDR6
- Memory: 16 GB, 2 x 8 GB, DDR5, 4800 MHz
- Hard Drive: 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD; 1 SD card slot
- Ports: Ports: 2 Type-C Port (Thunderbolt 4.0, USB 4 Gen 2, DisplayPort 1.4, and 15W Power Delivery (3A/5V) capabilities), 1x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1 Output port, Mini DisplayPort 1.4, Power/DC-in port, RJ-45 Ethernet Port, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A with PowerShare Port and 1 Global headset jack
- Keyboard: Alienware M Series 1-Zone AlienFX keyboard (English)
- AlienFX Lighting Zones: Programmable with up to 16.8 million distinct colors
- Connectivity: Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, 2×2, 802.11ax, Bluetooth wireless card
- Multi-touch gesture touchpad with integrated scrolling
- Audio and Speakers: Stereo speakers, 2 W x 2 = 4 W total; Realtek ALC3254, Dual-array microphones
- Camera: 1080p at 30 fps FHD camera
- Battery: 86 Wh, 330W Adapter
- Windows 11 Home
- Alienware Command Center
- Color: Dark Metallic Moon
Dell Alienware x14 R2
The Alienware x14 R2 is a gaming laptop that was first unveiled at CES 2023. Despite its small size, it boasts a luxurious design and advanced features. The laptop is incredibly thin and comes equipped with a new display panel that has 97% more pixels than its predecessor, providing more visual real estate and higher resolution.
The x14 R2 has a 14″ 165Hz QHD+ display and supports charging capabilities, as well as lightning-fast Express Charge and Type-C support for convenient portable gaming. Its innovative dual-torque hinge design maintains its slim profile while delivering high performance, allowing the device to push the limits of thinness while still providing optimal performance.
Quick specifications: Alienware x14 R2
- Display: 14” QHD+ (2560 x 1600)165Hz, 3ms, 300nitsDCIP3 100%typ + Hello/LBL/GSYNC/DDS/ ComfortView Plus
- Processor: 13th Generation Intel Core i7- 13620H
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GDDR6
- Memory : 32 GB, LPDDR5, 4800 MHz, integrated
- Hard Drive: 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive; 1 MicroSD-card slot
- Ports: x1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with Power Delivery and DisplayPort, Global headset jack port, HDMI 2.1 port, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port with PowerShare and x2 Thunderbolt 4 ports with Power Delivery and DisplayPort (Type-C port)
- Camera: Alienware FHD (1920 x 1080 resolution) camera with dual-array microphones and Windows Hello IR support
- AlienFX Lighting Zones: Programmable with up to 16.8 million distinct colors
- Connectivity: Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, 2×2, 802.11ax, MU-MIMO, Bluetooth wireless card
- Keyboard: Alienware X Series 1-Zone AlienFX keyboard
- Premium Precision Glass TouchPad with Muti-touch Gesture
- Audio and Speakers: Speaker: 2 W x 2
- Battery: 80 Wh, 130W Adapter
- Windows 11 Home
- Alienware Command Center
- Color: Lunar Silver
Pricing and availability
The Dell Alienware m16 is starts at Rs. 1,84,990, while the Alienware x14 R2 starts at Rs. 2,06,990. Pricing varies depending on the model.
Both laptops are now available for purchase as of May 12, 2023, from various outlets such as Dell Exclusive Stores, Dell.com, Amazon.in, and other retail stores.
Speaking at the launch, Pujan Chadha, Director for Product Marketing, India Consumer, Dell Technologies, India, said:
We are thrilled to announce our new products in the Alienware line, which are high-end, elegant, mobile and made for gamers who demand performance. Our Alienware and G-series devices cater to the needs and preferences of today’s pro-gamers and enthusiasts, who can rely on them for gaming.