Dell Alienware m18 and x16 R1


The new gaming machines from Dell and Alienware, announced at CES 2023, are packed with powerful features. The Alienware m18 is a performance powerhouse with 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series Laptop GPUs. It has a 165Hz (QHD) refresh rate display with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and G-SYNC support, and offers gaming enthusiasts 14% more screen space and storage capacity of up to 9TB.

The Alienware x16 is a portable companion with a 6-speaker setup, including up firing tweeters for clarity and dual woofers for strong bass. It also boasts 100 micro-LEDs on the rear stadium, enhanced with new AlienFX Scanner, Loop, and Rainbow lighting mods. The laptop features Alienware’s HyperEfficient Voltage Regulation technology for sustained performance during long gaming sessions.

The Legend 3.0 design is premium and futuristic, with softer edges for improved grip and taller 16:10 displays for a greater field of view. The displays of Alienware m18 and x16 R1 have refresh rates of 165Hz (QHD) and 240Hz QHD+, respectively, with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and G-SYNC support. Dolby Atmos® and Dolby Vision provide immersive sound and stunning visuals, and ComfortView Plus helps reduce blue light emissions.

The devices also include optimized heat dissipation with Element 31 thermal interface material, vapour chamber, heat pipes, and fans for better airflow, as well as a CherryMX ultra low-profile mechanical keyboard for enhanced haptic experiences. The revamped Alienware Command Center 6.0 offers improved stability, navigation, and control over system performance.

Quick specifications: Dell Alienware m18 2023 specs

  • Display: 18″ QHD+ (2560 x 1600) or FHD (1920 x 1200) with 165Hz or 480Hz refresh rate, Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync support, Dolby Vision
  • Processor: Up to Intel Core i9-13900HX (24-Core, 36MB L3 Cache, up to 5.4GHz Max Turbo)
  • Graphics: Next-gen Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 with 16GB GDDR6 memory
  • RAM: Up to dual-channel 64GB DDR5-4800, user upgradeable
  • Storage: 4x NVMe SSD slots, up to 9TB total
  • Battery: 97Whr; 330W Adapter
  • FHD IR Webcam, Dolby Atmos support, Dual-array microphones
  • Connectivity: Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, 2×2, 802.11ax, Bluetooth wireless card
  • Ports: 1x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Type C), 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type A), 2x Thunderbolt 4 (Type C), HDMI, SD Card Reader, Headphone and Mic Combo Jack, RJ45 (LAN)
  • AlienFX RGB or CherryMX ultra low-profile mechanical keyboard
  • Alienware Command Center 6.0
  • Color: Dark Metallic Moon
Quick specifications: Dell Alienware x16 R1 2023 specs
  • Display: 16″ QHD+ (2560 x 1600) with Dolby Vision, Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync support
  • Processor: Up to Intel Core i9-13900HK (24-Core, 36MB L3 Cache, up to 5.4GHz Max Turbo)
  • Graphics: Up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 with 16GB GDDR6 memory
  • RAM: Up to 32GB LPDDR5-5600
  • Storage: Up to 4TB NVMe SSD
  • Speaker: Tweeter speaker: 2W x 2; Woofer speaker: 3W x 4
  • Battery: 90Whr; 330W Small Form Factor adapter
  • Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type C), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type A), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (Type C), HDMI, MicroSD Card Reader, Headphone and Mic Combo Jack
  • Connectivity: Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, 2×2, 802.11ax, Bluetooth wireless card
  • Alienware CherryMX ultra low-profile mechanical keyboard with per-key AlienFX RGB – US English
  • Windows 11
  • Color: Lunar Silver

The all-new Dell Alienware devices available for purchase from April 12, 2023, while the Inspiron devices available from April 14, 2023, on Dell.com, Dell Exclusive Stores (DES), and retail outlets.

  • Dell Alienware m18 start at Rs. 3,59,990.
  • Dell Alienware x16 R1 start at Rs. 3,79,990.