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Alienware - m16 R2 - 16" 2.5K Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 2023 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 - 1TB Storage - Dark Metallic Moon

Model: AWM16-7025BLK-PUS
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  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 16 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Refresh Rate: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Brightness: 300 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
    • Processor Model: Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 1 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • CPU Base Clock Frequency: 1.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
    • System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
    • 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • General
    • Brand: Alienware
    • Model Number: AWM16-7025BLK-PUS
    • Product Name: m16 R2 - 16" 2.5K Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 2023 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 - 1TB Storage
    • Color: Dark Metallic Moon
    • Year of Release: 2024
  • Display
    • Display Type: LED
    • Screen Size: 16 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Refresh Rate: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Brightness: 300 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
    • Color Gamut (Standard RGB): 100 percent
  • Processor
    • Processor Brand: Intel
    • Processor Model: Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 1 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Processor Model Number: 155H
    • Processor Model Year of Release: 2023 (The year the processor model was initially available for sale or built into a computer.)
    • CPU Base Clock Frequency: 1.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
    • CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.8 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
    • Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
    • Number of CPU Threads: 22 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
    • CPU Cache Memory Level: L3
    • L3 Cache: 24 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
    • Neural Processing Unit (NPU): true (Whether the product comes with an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) that performs computations for AI (artificial intelligence) functions to increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption.)
    • Maximum NPU Performance: 8 trillions operations per second (The maximum neural processing unit (NPU) computations performed. NPUs increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption for AI (artificial intelligence) functions.)
  • Storage
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
    • Solid State Drive Interface: PCIe (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
  • Memory
    • System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
    • System Memory RAM Speed: 5600 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
    • Number Of Memory Slots: 2
    • Number of Memory Sticks Included: 2
  • Graphics
    • Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
    • GPU Brand: NVIDIA
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • GPU Video Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
    • GPU Video Memory Type (RAM): GDDR6 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
  • Compatibility
    • Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
    • Operating System Architecture: 64-bit (An operating system (OS) manages computer hardware, software resources, and programs in conjunction with the system's processor. 64-bit operating systems can handle more data at once than 32-bit systems, resulting in faster speeds, more effiency, and overall improved performance.)
  • Connectivity
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
    • Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total): 0
    • Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 1
    • Number of VGA Ports: 0 (VGA (Video Graphics Adapter or Video Graphics Array) is a display standard that transmits via analog signals. This type of interface is typically used to connect a computer to a display device such as a monitor, projector, or TV.)
    • USB Ports: 1 x USB-C 3.2, 2 x USB-A 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
    • Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
    • Number of USB-A Charging Ports: 0
    • Number of USB-C Charging Ports: 1
    • Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
    • Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
    • Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
    • Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000/2500 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
    • Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
    • Network Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance using a cellular network.)
  • Cooling
    • CPU Cooling System: Air
  • Power
    • Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 240 watts
    • Battery Cells: 6-cell
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: true
    • Front Facing Camera Megapixels: 0.92 megapixels (The more megapixels, the more detail that the camera facing the user can capture.)
    • Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 1080p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
    • Built-In Microphone: true
  • Features
    • 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
    • Customizable Keyboard Lighting: RGB
    • Foldable Screen: false
    • GPS Enabled: false
    • Touchpad Type: Multi-touch, Gesture
    • Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
    • Media Card Slot: Memory Stick Micro
    • Customizable Case Lighting: true
    • Audio Technology: Dolby Atmos Audio
    • Speaker Type: Stereo Speakers
    • Windows AI: Copilot
    • Cable Lock Slot: None
    • Stylus Dock: None
    • Casing Material: [Aluminum]
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.93 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 14.33 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 9.82 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 5.75 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
  • Included
    • Included Software: Microsoft Office 30-Day Trial
    • Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
    • Numeric Keypad: false
    • Stylus Included: false
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 Year Premium Support
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 Year Premium Support
  • Other
    • UPC: 884116427025

The new Alienware m16 R2 gaming laptop is designed to be 15% smaller than the previous generation, with more efficient airflow, making it ideal for gaming and more, wherever you go.

  • Windows 11 Home: Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.
  • 16.0" 240Hz QHD+ (2560 x 1600) Display: 2560 x 1600 resolution delivers amazing color and clarity with nearly 2.8 times the pixel density of Full HD.
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 155H: With lower thermals and improved efficiency, Intel Core Ultra processors provide balanced performance for gaming on the go. 3D hybrid architecture delivers multitasking performance with the combined capabilities of performance-cores, efficient-cores and low-power efficient-cores – all while remaining cool and quiet.
  • 16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 1TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Solid State Drive: Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics: Backed by 8GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for a fast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
  • Smaller Footprint: The internal layout has been re-engineered to take up less space, allowing the m16 R2 to have a 15% smaller footprint then the previous gen.
  • Efficient Airflow: This laptop features two fans with 94 ultra-thin fan blades that pull in cool air from the top and bottom vents, and exhausts warm air out the left, right, and rear vents for optimal cooling across four copper laser-welded heat pipes.
  • Legend 3.0 Design: Featuring smooth curves that accentuate the continous stadium shape with bold customizable lighting on the rear, illuminating the hexagon venting pattern.
  • Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos Audio: All Alienware laptops are enabled for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology allowing you to hear, see, and experience content as intended.
  • Life-Like Visuals: The m16 R2 features 16:10 aspect ratio 16" screen with graphic technologies meant to complete the visual gaming experience in-game and out.
  • No DVD/CD Drive: This computer does not include a built-in DVD/CD drive.
  • Windows 11 Home: Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.
  • 16.0" 240Hz QHD+ (2560 x 1600) Display: 2560 x 1600 resolution delivers amazing color and clarity with nearly 2.8 times the pixel density of Full HD.
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 155H: With lower thermals and improved efficiency, Intel Core Ultra processors provide balanced performance for gaming on the go. 3D hybrid architecture delivers multitasking performance with the combined capabilities of performance-cores, efficient-cores and low-power efficient-cores – all while remaining cool and quiet.
  • 16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 1TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Solid State Drive: Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics: Backed by 8GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for a fast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
  • Smaller Footprint: The internal layout has been re-engineered to take up less space, allowing the m16 R2 to have a 15% smaller footprint then the previous gen.
  • Efficient Airflow: This laptop features two fans with 94 ultra-thin fan blades that pull in cool air from the top and bottom vents, and exhausts warm air out the left, right, and rear vents for optimal cooling across four copper laser-welded heat pipes.
  • Legend 3.0 Design: Featuring smooth curves that accentuate the continous stadium shape with bold customizable lighting on the rear, illuminating the hexagon venting pattern.
  • Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos Audio: All Alienware laptops are enabled for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology allowing you to hear, see, and experience content as intended.
  • Life-Like Visuals: The m16 R2 features 16:10 aspect ratio 16" screen with graphic technologies meant to complete the visual gaming experience in-game and out.
  • No DVD/CD Drive: This computer does not include a built-in DVD/CD drive.
Whats Included
  • Alienware m16 R2 Laptop
  • US Power Cord
  • AC Adapter
  • Documents
  • Alienware m16 R2 Laptop
  • US Power Cord
  • AC Adapter
  • Documents

Q: Does this laptop have Dolby Atmos?

A: Yes, this laptop is enabled with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology.

Q: Does this laptop have an optical drive?

A: No, this computer does not include a built-in DVD/CD drive.

Q: Does this gaming laptop come with Windows 11?

A: Yes, this laptop comes with Windows 11 Home.

Q: How much storage space does this laptop have?

A: This Alienware gaming laptop is equipped with a 1TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Solid State Drive.

Q: What type of graphics card does this laptop have?

A: This laptop features the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics card.

Q: How much RAM does this Alienware laptop have?

A: This Alienware gaming laptop comes equipped with 16GB of DDR5 system memory.

Q: What is the processor in this gaming laptop?

A: This gaming laptop is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 155H.

Q: What is the screen size of this laptop?

A: This Alienware gaming laptop has a 16-inch screen.

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Pros for Alienware - m16 R2 - 16" 2.5K Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 2023 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 - 1TB Storage - Dark Metallic Moon
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Customers love the m16 R2 gaming laptop for its outstanding performance and excellent build quality. The laptop's speed, upgradeable RAM, and high refresh rate are also appreciated, along with its portability. However, some customers have expressed concerns about fan noise, battery life, screen brightness, and heat. Some customers also feel the laptop is heavy for its size.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good laptop with solid performance

    Just got my laptop yesterday. At first I was a bit skeptical because I havent had good experiences with Dell laptops but this laptop feels very well built. One thing you will notice is that it is quite heavy. Body is definitely not cheap plastic. I like how fast it is and the display is one of the best out there. Love the rgb lighting and how fast it is. I havent had a change go game on it but im sure that it will be a killer machine. 4070 video card. Ddr 5 ram and lots of room to upgrade both ssd and ram it makes it one of a kind. Im looking forward to gaming on it and will update my review once I get it done!

    Posted by Jimmyskillz

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Consider upgrading RAM

    Cosmetically I love the look of the product. It's relatively lightweight for a gaming laptop. Battery life out of the box with default settings isn't terrible, could maybe be a little better, but in all honesty is not bad considering it's a gaming laptop. I would definitely recommend to anyone buying this model is to either buy a RAM upgrade kit as part of the purchase or go with the next step up model that comes with more RAM. Especially if you are going to actually load and play your games off of it. Right out of the box with all of the Dell/Alienware bloatware it was sitting at roughly 9-10 GB RAM utilization just sitting idle. By the time I loaded all laptop and windows updates, installed 4 games, added my printer and teamviewer, it now sits idle at roughly 14.8 GB RAM utilization. If you plan on actually doing any kind of gaming, 1.2 GB of available free RAM is NOT sufficient to properly load and run a game and it run smoothly. So to anyone that wants to buy this specific model, you are either going to have to watch what you actually have loaded so you can game properly, or you are going to need to buy more RAM. The amount of RAM preinstalled is honestly the only concern. Not a huge issue. RAM is cheap. More of a concern and not a major issue. More so just wanting to let people know to be prepared to either buy more RAM if you want to actually game, or take the time to go through and remove the factory bloatware, or both.

    Posted by Albaluat

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AMAZING LAPTOP, limited by RAM.

    It is a great laptop, please understand that! I bought this 16gb RAM version knowing i can save a couple of hundred buckaroos by upgrading it myself to 64gb. BUT, in recent years alienware laptops have become extremely finnicky with RAM compatibility! Do your research when upgrading your ram on this computer. The only widely known and available brand that is compatible is crucial, and only at 5600mhz speed. the Alienware command center utilizes quite a bit running idle, which can pose issues with graphic intensive applications. particularly seen with games like bodycam. I had to return 2 32gb ddr5 vengeance 4800mhz ram modules to best buy because the computer did not recognize the ram even after a BIOS and CMOS reset. This computer is beautiful and the build quality is great. the intel core ultra 7 can run hotter than its ryzen counterpart and be safe doing so. The fans sound like a JET ENGINE. haha but they effectively cool the cpu and gpu, so i can live with that! I 3d printed a laptop stand on my bambu lab A1 and it helped with airflow and made a 5degree difference, compared to the laptop laying flat on a counter! Overall. I really do love the machine, and will be keeping it. But the RAM is a HUGE limitation right off the bat. I got mine for $1132 as an open box, while the computer was on sale for $1500. So i really have no room to complain. I am blessed, and have never owned a high end laptop like this!

    Posted by Niqhowie

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