One among Dell’s different gaming laptop computer refreshes for 2024 is the Alienware x16 R2, which is supposed to have superior efficiency over the Alienware m16 R2 for the reason that former is extra of a devoted gaming desktop substitute. As such, each CPU and GPU choices are maxed out with the very best laptop computer specs you will get.

There’s not a lot distinction by way of aesthetics, with the x16 R2 just like the 2022 Alienware x15 R2 however that is not a foul factor contemplating how distinctive and downright cool its design is.

It additionally obtained an improve to its show, webcam, and updates to its air flow system, which ought to assist catapult it to among the finest gaming laptops in the marketplace.

Alienware x16 R2: Worth and availability

The Alienware x16 R2 might be launching within the US, in line with data launched throughout CES 2024. There hasn’t been an official announcement but revealing the discharge window or availability for the UK and Australia however realizing Dell, it will be obtainable in these areas fairly quickly after the US launch.

As for pricing, it is beginning at round $2,099.99 / £1,649 / AU$3,136 and can find yourself as excessive as about $2,899.99. It is a big value distinction in comparison with the 2022 Alienware x15 R2 at $2,910 (£2,800 / AU$5,203). It is good to see that gaming laptop computer costs aren’t skyrocketing as I initially feared.

Alienware x16 R2: Specs

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Alienware x16 R2 specs

Part	Spec
Show	As much as 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 240Hz
CPU	As much as Intel Core Extremely 9 185H
Graphics	As much as Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090
RAM	As much as 32GB LPDDR5
Storage	As much as 4TB PCIe Four SSD (8TB in RAID 0)
Port choice	2x USB Sort-C ports, 1x Mini Show Port 1.4, 1x energy port, 1x HDMI 2.1 port, 1x 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack, 2x USB Sort-A, 1x micro SD reader
Weight	2.72 kg (6 lbs)
Dimensions	14.36 x 11.41 x 0.7311 inches; 364.81 x 289.98 x 18.57 mm (WxDxH)

Alienware x16 R2: Design

The Alienware x16 R2’s design is just about similar to the Alienware x15 R2 from earlier years, together with that shiny white shade with blue highlights in addition to the enduring again that juts out. It appears to be like tremendous distinctive, a gaming laptop computer that is value exhibiting off.

Its 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) show is all tricked out with a 240Hz refresh price,  3ms response time, in addition to having a 100% DCI-P3 shade gamut. Quickly after launch, Dell revealed a model with an FHD+ 480Hz panel would even be launched, which is unbelievable. As for the present model not solely does it supply extremely easy, stutter-free gameplay that may make any hardcore gamer glad, however it may be used for inventive and enhancing tasks with ease.

It is fairly a bit on the heavy facet, weighing six kilos. You will not be transporting this child round usually, nevertheless it’s in step with a desktop substitute. It is a little bit heavier than the 2022 x16 mannequin, so hopefully with the overhauled Alienware Cryo-tech Cooling expertise it ventilates higher and is not vulnerable to overheating.

The keyboard makes use of Alienware’s in-house switches just like the Alienware Professional Wi-fi keyboard and it has satisfying typing suggestions. To not point out the very distinctive rainbow-colored touchpad that enhances the RGB-lit keyboard. The built-in digicam has been upgraded, including HDR functionality on the FHD IR webcam, a plus for a gaming laptop computer.

The port choice, like earlier than, is positioned wholly on the again and consists of each HDMI and Show Port, which is a superb contact. But it surely’s bizarrely lacking an ethernet port, which is a matter for a desktop substitute, as hardcore avid gamers would need a extra secure connection.

Alienware x16 R2: Efficiency

The Alienware x16 R2 comes with choices for the current-gen Intel Core Extremely collection CPUs, with selections between the 7 and 9. Paired with the RTX 4000-series GPUs as much as an RTX 4090, and you’ve got a really tricked-out laptop computer made to carry out at its finest.

You possibly can both improve the storage to 4TB utilizing the usual single storage, or you possibly can improve to a whopping 8TB utilizing Raid Zero configurations. Nonetheless, you possibly can solely configure as much as 32GB LPDDR5 RAM, which is excellent however not as excessive because the Alienware m16 R2, an odd alternative.

Sadly, we can’t have benchmark outcomes till we will correctly sit down with and check out this gaming machine. However with the specs it has, this ought to be an absolute beast by way of output.

Alienware x16 R2: Early verdict

As an enormous fan of the 2022 Alienware x15 R2 gaming laptop computer, I’ve excessive hopes for the Alienware x16 R2 refresh I used to be proven. And to this point it looks like a strong improve from the earlier gen, with higher specs, an up to date show, improved air flow, an upgraded webcam and extra. All wrapped up in the identical horny bundle this collection is understood for, with just a few upgrades like that beautiful rainbow-lit touchpad. Even the pricing is considerably cheap and a lot better than so many different gaming laptops available in the market.

My solely actual concern is the shortage of an ethernet port, however that is not a deal breaker. I additionally hope that this air flow system can maintain up higher when operating an in depth gaming session. Aside from that, I look ahead to actually placing this laptop computer by means of the ringer in testing.