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Key Specs
Screen Size18 inchesScreen Resolution1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate480HzProcessor ModelAMD Ryzen 9 7000 SeriesCPU Base Clock Frequency3 gigahertzStorage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesSystem Memory (RAM)32 gigabytesGraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1Battery TypeLithium-ion polymer2-in-1 DesignNoBacklit KeyboardYes
General
Product Namem18 18" 480Hz Gaming Laptop FHD+ - AMD Ryzen 9 7000 Series with 32GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 - 1TB SSDBrandAlienwareModel NumberAWM18-A145BLK-PUSYear of Release2023ColorDark Metallic MoonColor CategoryBlack
Display
Display TypeLEDScreen Size18 inchesScreen Resolution1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate480Hz
Processor
Processor BrandAMDProcessor ModelAMD Ryzen 9 7000 SeriesProcessor Model Number7845HXCPU Base Clock Frequency3 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency5.2 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores12-coreNumber of CPU Threads24
Storage
Storage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesSolid State Drive Capacity1000 gigabytesSolid State Drive InterfacePCIe
Memory
System Memory (RAM)32 gigabytesType of Memory (RAM)DDR5System Memory RAM Speed4800 megahertzNumber Of Memory Slots2Number of Memory Sticks Included2
Graphics
Graphics TypeDedicatedGPU BrandNVIDIAGraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070GPU Video Memory (RAM)8 gigabytesGPU Video Memory Type (RAM)GDDR6
Compatibility
Operating SystemWindows 11 ProOperating System Architecture64-bit
Connectivity
Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)1Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total)0Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total)0USB Ports3 x USB-A 3.2, 3 x USB-C 3.2Number of USB Ports (Total)6Number of USB-A Charging Ports1Number of USB-C Charging Ports0Headphone JackYesMicrophone InputYesWireless ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-FiWireless StandardAXWireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 6Ethernet Card10/100/1000Number Of Ethernet Ports1
Cooling
CPU Cooling SystemAir
Power
Power Supply Maximum Wattage330 wattsBattery Cells6-cellBattery TypeLithium-ion polymer
Camera
Front-Facing CameraYesFront Facing Camera Megapixels0.92 megapixelsFront Facing Camera Video Resolution1080pBuilt-In MicrophoneYes
Features
2-in-1 DesignNoBacklit KeyboardYesCustomizable Keyboard LightingRGBFoldable ScreenNoGPS EnabledNoTouchpad TypeMulti-touch, GestureMedia Card ReaderYesCustomizable Case LightingYesAudio TechnologyDolby Atmos AudioSpeaker TypeStereo SpeakersCable Lock SlotNoneStylus DockNoneCasing MaterialAluminum
Dimensions
Product Height1.05 inchesProduct Width16.15 inchesProduct Depth12.59 inchesProduct Weight8.9 pounds
Certifications & Listings
ENERGY STAR CertifiedNoEPEAT QualifiedNo
Included
Included SoftwareMicrosoft Office 30-Day TrialOptical Drive TypeNoneNumeric KeypadYesStylus IncludedNo
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year Premium SupportManufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year Premium Support
Other
UPC884116428145
Alienware m18 Gaming Laptop - Play like a boss with a high-powered, 18-inch gaming laptop that features advanced Alienware Cryo-techcooling, 7000 Series AMD Ryzen 9 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series graphics.
Windows 11 Pro Operating System
Protect your data with enterprise-grade security, login from any device anywhere, and boost productivity with powerful management tools.
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX Processor
Imagine, design and create without boundaries. The powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor features machine intelligence that anticipates your needs. Discover true responsiveness with 12 cores and 24 threads for ultimate performance.
32GB 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.
Uncompromised Performance
Our cooling technology, Alienware Cryo-tech, helps maintain system stability, even during the most demanding sessions.
Feast Your Eyes
Never overlook your competition with our crystal-clear, 18-inch, 16:10 display with Dolby Vision in 480Hz FHD+.
Cue the Boss Music
Dolby Atmos helps you experience games as if you were in them, by placing sounds, voices and instruments in their own space.
Key Into Superior Gaming
Amp up your comfort and precision with a recessed keyboard, full NumPad and a 14% larger touchpad.
Legend Perfected
A more comfortable palm rest. A redesigned hinge. And updated perimeter feet. Those are but a few of the improvements that help make our Legend 3 design more premium, tactile and futuristic than ever.
No DVD/CD Drive
This computer does not include a built-in DVD/CD drive.
AMD, AMD Arrow logo and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Q: QuestionGood day Bestbuy! Just want to ask if this model has the mx cherry mechanical keyboard?(1 answer)
A: AnswerThis laptop comes with the following keyboard: Alienware M Series per-key AlienFX RGB keyboard - US English.Answered by YourDellTeam
Q: QuestionWhat is the max TDP of this GPU? Is the ram also upgradable?(1 answer)
A: AnswerThe total graphics power of RTX 4070 in this laptop is 140W, including 25W dynamic boost. The RAM on this laptop is upgradeable.Answered by YourDellTeam
Q: Questionwhat is the keyboard is it the m series or the cherry m(1 answer)
A: AnswerThis laptop comes with the following keyboard: Alienware M Series per-key AlienFX RGB keyboard - US English.Answered by YourDellTeam
- A: AnswerThis laptop does not include Thunderbolt 4 Ports. This laptop includes one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port that can be used to connect to external storage devices and provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps(Note: This port does not support video/audio streaming). This laptop model shipped with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, RTX 4090, and AMD RX 7600M XT graphics card comes with Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports with DisplayPort. This laptop model shipped with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060/4070 graphics card comes with one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with DisplayPort and one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port. For more details, we recommend contacting the Best Buy support team for assistance: https://www.bestbuy.com/contact-us
Answered by YourDellTeam
- A: AnswerThe storage on this laptop is upgradeable. This laptop has a total of two M.2 2280 solid-state drive slots, for computers shipped with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060/4070 graphics card. For more details on parts upgradation, we recommend contacting the Dell Technical support team for assistance after the purchase. They are available on Facebook and Twitter(@Dellcares).
Answered by YourDellTeam
Q: QuestionIs blue tooth included(1 answer)
A: AnswerYes, bluetooth is available which enables wireless connectivity for peripherals such as headphones, speakers, mice, and keyboards.Answered by YourDellTeam
Q: QuestionWas this laptop used ? If so, for how long ? Thanks(1 answer)
A: AnswerNo, this is not a used laptop. It is new in box.Answered by YourDellTeam
Q: QuestionWhat is the TDP of the 7845hx in this laptop?(1 answer)
A: AnswerThe AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX processor in the Alienware m18 FHD+ 480Hz Gaming Laptop has a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 55W.Answered by YourDellTeam
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Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 352 reviews
4.2Rating by feature
- 3.9Battery Life
Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Speed
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- 4.6Display
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
5 expert reviews
Customers are saying
Customers praise the m18 FHD+ 480Hz Gaming Laptop for its exceptional screen, powerful performance, and impressive graphics. They appreciate the build quality, storage options, and variety of ports. However, some users express concerns about the laptop's battery life, weight, cooling system, motherboard reliability, and sound quality.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Pretty amazing value!
This is a great machine and offers good price-to-performance! The build quality is phenomenal! Port selection pretty much has everything you would want including Ethernet, full size SD card slot, 3 USB As, 3 USB Cs, HDMI, and even Mini DisplayPort! The 480hz screen is super smooth even if it’s a little ridiculous. While I think a QHD+ screen makes more sense at this 18 inch size the panel is still very good with great colors and good brightness for indoor use. The 16:10 aspect ratio also makes the display super immersive and just so satisfying to use! The fans on mine can be a little whiny at about 50% speed but I guess that’s what headphones are for. The 4070 is very potent especially with this display’s resolution and you can play almost anything with it. Trackpad is plastic and is ok to use but not super smooth. Speakers can get very loud just don’t expect it to have the definition of a good pair of headphones. Battery life will probably be ok but not great because 7000 series Ryzen is less power efficient and the display doesn’t support 60hz refresh rate, the lowest you can go is 120hz. Lastly and this was the big surprise it has Advanced Optimus and G-Sync which is something I hadn’t seen before in a Ryzen based machine!! Also, getting it with Total Tech is great! Best Buy’s extended warranty is a nice safety net. So overall this is a good value and a great price to performance option!
Posted by JavierM
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BEST GAMING LAPTOP!!
I love this computer, talk about fast because this thing can sure download big games that are like 100GB in less than 20 minutes. And wow those graphics are superb, I’ve seen so many movies, YouTube videos and played many games at the highest resolution and there’s no lag at all. Everything runs smoothly even when you go overdrive, the fans do sound loud when running certain big games but hey, as least you get to play the game without any problems. It also helps to know that the fans are keeping the cpu cool. So if you do buy one and hear those fans running loud, don’t get worried right away, it’s totally normal. This is my first gaming laptop so I’m talking from experience. Another cool and amazing feature about this laptop is it shows you the temperature it’s running at and you can choose how you want it running, from the lowest and quietest mode to the most highest and loudest. This sure is one hell of an awesome gaming laptop and if your new to getting them then I for sure recommend this one. Also getting an external hard drive or upgrading the laptop will make it more powerful as well, either way just the way it is, it’s powerful enough already. Best decision I made.
Posted by OscarG
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bestbuy Delivers Excellence with the Alienware M18
I recently acquired the Alienware M18 Gaming Laptop, and I must say, it has completely exceeded my expectations in every aspect. This gaming beast is a true marvel, and here's why it deserves a solid 5-star rating: 1. Unmatched Performance: The Alienware M18 is an absolute powerhouse when it comes to performance. With its top-of-the-line Intel processor, ample RAM, and cutting-edge graphics card, it effortlessly handles even the most demanding games and resource-intensive applications. 2. Stunning Display: The laptop boasts a breathtaking display that brings games to life with vivid colors and sharp details. The large screen size is perfect for immersive gaming experiences, and the high refresh rate ensures smooth visuals, eliminating any hint of lag. Bestbuy has left me thoroughly impressed. Bestbuy not only provided a seamless purchasing experience but also delivered a product that has exceeded my gaming expectations. Here's why I believe the Alienware M18 from Bestbuy deserves a solid 5-star review: 1. Hassle-Free Purchase: Bestbuy's ordering process was a breeze, and the laptop arrived promptly as promised. The packaging was secure, ensuring that my new gaming rig arrived in perfect condition. The convenience and reliability of Bestbuy's service made the entire purchasing experience smooth and worry-free. 2. Competitive Pricing: Best Buy offered a competitive price for the Alienware M18, making it a compelling choice for gamers seeking high-end performance without breaking the bank. The value for money I received was exceptional, especially considering the laptop's top-tier specifications and build quality.
Posted by JessieS