Alienware 17 R5
- Intel Core i7-8750H
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB GDDR5)
- 17.3”, QHD (2560 x 1440), 120 Hz, IPS + G-Sync
- 256GB SSD
- 16GB DDR4
- 4.42 kg (9.7 lbs)
Review
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 overclocking up to 5.00 GHz. The Alienware 17 R5 is all about overclocking and getting maximum performance. Even the GPU inside is factory OC - something you rarely find in notebooks.The biggest concern is if the cooling system is going to be able to sustain this hardware. Let's find out if the Alienware 17[...]
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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
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