Alienware M15 R6 vs. M1 MacBook Pro 14”: Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the Alienware M15 R6 and M1 MacBook Pro 14” models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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Alienware M15 R6 Pros
Reasons that Alienware M15 R6 is better than M1 MacBook Pro 14”.
Alienware M15 R6 comes with two SODIMM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed. On the flip side, you can't upgrade RAM on the M1 MacBook Pro 14” since it has onboard memory.
Memory | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
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Slots | x2 | Onboard |
Type | DDR4 XMP | Unified |
Configurable up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 8GB GDDR6 115W TGP vs. integrated
Alienware M15 R6 comes with two M.2 slots that you can easily upgrade and install an additional SSD to expand the storage on the device.
Slots | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
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M.2 | Yes x2 | Onboard |
Alienware M15 R6 has a 15.6-inch screen size 9% larger than the 14.2-inch M1 MacBook Pro 14”.
M1 MacBook Pro 14” Pros
Reasons that M1 MacBook Pro 14” is better than Alienware M15 R6.
Apple M1 Max (10C, 32G) inside M1 MacBook Pro 14” has a 50% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i9-11900H inside Alienware M15 R6.
M1 MacBook Pro 14” weighed 3.5 pounds, 41% lighter than the 5.93 pounds Alienware M15 R6.
Weight | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
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Pound | 5.93 lbs. | 3.5 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.69 kg | 1.59 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between Alienware M15 R6 and M1 MacBook Pro 14”.
Both laptops supports up to 64GB of system memory.
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
Released | 2021 | 2021 |
Release Date | Announced on May 11, 2021 |
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Exterior | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
Dimensions | 14.02” x 10.73” x 0.51 - 0.76” (356.20 x 272.50 x 12.9 - 19.25 mm) |
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Weight | 5.93 lbs (2.69 kg) | 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg) |
Colors | Dark Moon Dark Side of the Moon with High Endurance Clear Coat and Silky Smooth Finish | Space Gray Silver |
Keyboard and Trackpad |
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Display | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
Size | 15.6 Inches | 14.2 Inches |
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Ports | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
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Right (3)
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Internal Specs | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory | 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 3200MHz or 3466MHz Dual-channel DDR4 SDRAM.2 x SO-DIMM slots.
| 16GB 32GB 64GB Unified Memory |
Discrete Graphics |
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Storage | 2 x M.2 2230/2280 slots (Up to 2TB each) | 512GB 1TB 2TB 4TB 8TB SSD |
Connectivity | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
Wi-Fi | Rivet Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 Dual Band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Up to 2400 Mbps WiFi 6 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology |
Ethernet | Killer E2600 Gigabit Ethernet Controller Transfer rate: 10/100/1000 Mbps | - |
Battery | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
Size |
| 70 Wh lithium‑polymer battery |
Battery Life | - |
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Power Supply | 180W 240W power adapter. |
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Software | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
OS | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 | Shipped with macOS Monterey |
Built-in Apps |
| Photos iMovie GarageBand Pages Numbers Keynote Siri Safari Mail FaceTime Messages Maps News Stocks Home Voice Memos Notes Calendar Contacts Reminders Photo Booth Preview Music Podcasts TV Books App Store Time Machine Find My QuickTime Player |
Camera & Audio | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
Camera |
| 1080p FaceTime HD camera Advanced image signal processor with computational video. |
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Misc | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
Sensors | Windows Hello IR Camera | Touch ID sensor |
Security | - |
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In the box | - |
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Warranty | - | Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage every 12 months, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. |
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Key Features | Alienware M15 R6 | M1 MacBook Pro 14” |
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