Alienware 17 R5
- CPU: Intel Core i9-8950HK
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (8GB GDDR5X)
- Display: 17.3”, QHD (2560 x 1440), 120 Hz, IPS + G-Sync
- Storage: 1000GB SSD + 1000GB HDD
- RAM: 2x 16GB DDR4, 2666 MHz
- Weight: 4.42 kg (9.7 lbs)
Pros
- Good cooling system
- Lots of upgrade options
- 92% sRGB coverage (1080p AUO139D)
- Great performance (up to Core i9 + GTX 1080)
- Alienware Graphics Amplifier Port - for connecting an external GPU
- Lots of customization options (RGB lights)
- High-quality build and design
Cons
- Quite heavy - 4.42 kg (9.7 lbs)
- High fan noise
Alienware 17 R5 - Specs
Display
17.3”, QHD (2560 x 1440), 120 Hz, IPS + G-Sync
HDD/SSD
1TB SSD + 1TB HDD
M.2 Slot
2x 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 + 1x 2242 SATA See photo
Intel Optane
PCIe 3.0 x2 [60/120GB] See photo
RAM
2x 16GB DDR4, 2666 MHz
OS
Windows 10 Pro
Body Material
Aluminum, Magnesium alloy
Dimensions
424 x 332 x 29.99 mm (16.69" x 13.07" x 1.18")
Weight
4.42 kg (9.7 lbs)
Ports and connectivity
Features
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DISPLAY: 17.3”, QHD (2560 x 1440), 120 Hz, IPS + G-Sync
| Name | 17.3”, QHD (2560 x 1440), 120 Hz, IPS |
|---|---|
| Diagonal | 17.3" |
| Pixel density | 169.78 ppi |
| Panel Type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 |
| Becomes "Retina" from | 20 inches (52 cm) |
Alienware 17 R5 in-depth review
Alienware is an iconic name when it comes to gaming. These notebooks have always aroused attention with their out-of-this-world design and top-notch hardware. Now, in our labs, we have the latest iteration of the Alienware 17. With its 4.42 kg (9.7 lbs) weight it's hard to say that the notebook is easily portable but that's the price you pay for having the latest and greatest hardware inside. This year, the Alienware 17 R5 comes with the new Core i9-8950HK - a CPU unlocked for overclockin[...]
Read the full reviewCPU Performance: Intel Core i9-8950HK
Results are from the Cinebench 15 CPU test (the higher the score, the better)
Results are from the Fritz chess benchmark (the higher the score, the better)
Results are from our Photoshop benchmark test (the lower the score, the better)
GPU Performance: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (8GB GDDR5X)
Results are for the 3DMark: Fire Strike (Graphics) benchmark (the higher the score, the better)
23617.00+5.1%
performance
Results are for the Unigine Heaven 4.0 benchmark (the higher the score, the better)
4793.00-3.9%
performance
Results are for the Unigine Superposition benchmark (the higher the score, the better)
5114.00+31.5%
performance
Results are for the Unigine Heaven 3.0 benchmark (the higher the score, the better)
6140.00-1.5%
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