Alienware M16 R1 vs. Alienware X16 R1: Full specs comparison

Here is a comparison of the specs between Alienware M16 R1 and Alienware X16 R1, including CPU, RAM, storage, battery, display, and more.

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Alienware M16 R1 Pros

Reasons that Alienware M16 R1 is better than Alienware X16 R1.

Much faster CPU performance

Intel Core i9-13900HX inside Alienware M16 R1 has a 60% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i9-13900HK inside Alienware X16 R1.

Geekbench 5 multi-core score
Alienware M16 R1 - Intel Core i9-13900HX
20,000
Alienware M16 R1 - Intel Core i7-13700HX
15,438
Alienware X16 R1 - Intel Core i7-13700H
14,321
Alienware X16 R1 - Intel Core i9-13900HK
12,500
Supports larger memory

Alienware M16 R1 supports a larger memory capacity than the Alienware X16 R1. It supports up to 64GB versus 32GB of system memory on the Alienware X16 R1.

Max system memory size
Alienware M16 R1
64 GB
Alienware X16 R1
32 GB
Upgradable memory

Alienware M16 R1 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 Alienware X16 R1 since it has onboard memory.

MemoryAlienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Slots
x2
Onboard
TypeDDR5LPDDR5
Has one more port and slot

Alienware M16 R1 has more ports and slots count than the Alienware X16 R1. It has ten versus nine amount of ports and slots on the Alienware X16 R1.

PortsAlienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
full-size SD card slotYesNo
HDMIYesYes
headphone jackYesYes
microSD card slotNoYes
Mini DisplayPortYesYes
power portYesYes
RJ-45YesNo
Thunderbolt 4Yes x2Yes
USB-AYes x2Yes x2
USB-CNoYes
Total109

Alienware X16 R1 Pros

Reasons that Alienware X16 R1 is better than Alienware M16 R1.

Supports faster memory

Alienware X16 R1 supports a faster memory speed than the Alienware M16 R1. It supports up to 6000MHz versus 4800MHz of system memory on the Alienware M16 R1.

Memory type and speed
Alienware X16 R1 - LPDDR5
6,000 MHz
Alienware M16 R1 - DDR5
4,800 MHz

Prices

Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.

Alienware M16 R1 Price
Dell Alienware m16 R1 Gaming Laptop 2023 16” WQXGA 2560 x 1600 IPS 240 Hertz Intel Core i7-13700HX NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 32GB DDR5 1TB SSD Thunderbolt 4 Windows 11 Home
 Dell Alienware m16 R1 Gaming Laptop 2023 16” WQXGA 2560 x 1600 IPS 240 Hertz Intel Core i7-13700HX NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 32GB DDR5 1TB SSD Thunderbolt 4 Windows 11 Home
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$1,999.00
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Alienware X16 R1 Gaming Laptop - 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz Display, Intel Core i9-13900HK, 32GB LPDDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6, Windows 11 Home - Lunar Silver
 Alienware X16 R1 Gaming Laptop - 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz Display, Intel Core i9-13900HK, 32GB LPDDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6, Windows 11 Home - Lunar Silver
By Alienware
$2,399.97
$2,999.97 20% OFF
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Dell Alienware M16 R1 Gaming Laptop, Intel 16-Core i7-13700HX, 16" WQXGA 165Hz IPS Display, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, 64GB DDR5 1TB SSD, Per-Key RGB Backlit Keyboard, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6E, Win11 Pro
 Dell Alienware M16 R1 Gaming Laptop, Intel 16-Core i7-13700HX, 16" WQXGA 165Hz IPS Display, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, 64GB DDR5 1TB SSD, Per-Key RGB Backlit Keyboard, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6E, Win11 Pro
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$2,449.00
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Alienware X16 R1 Price
Alienware X16 R1 Gaming Laptop - 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz Display, Intel Core i9-13900HK, 32GB LPDDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6, Windows 11 Home - Lunar Silver
 Alienware X16 R1 Gaming Laptop - 16-inch QHD+ 240Hz Display, Intel Core i9-13900HK, 32GB LPDDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6, Windows 11 Home - Lunar Silver
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$2,399.97
$2,999.97 20% OFF
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Alienware m18 AMD Gaming Laptop - 18-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 480Hz 3ms Display, AMD Ryzen 9-7845HX, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GDDR6, 1-Year Premium Support - Dark Metallic Moon
 Alienware m18 AMD Gaming Laptop - 18-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 480Hz 3ms Display, AMD Ryzen 9-7845HX, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GDDR6, 1-Year Premium Support - Dark Metallic Moon
By Alienware
$2,199.97
$2,799.97 21% OFF
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Dell Alienware m16 R1 Gaming Laptop 2023 16” WQXGA 2560 x 1600 IPS 240 Hertz Intel Core i7-13700HX NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 32GB DDR5 1TB SSD Thunderbolt 4 Windows 11 Home
 Dell Alienware m16 R1 Gaming Laptop 2023 16” WQXGA 2560 x 1600 IPS 240 Hertz Intel Core i7-13700HX NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 32GB DDR5 1TB SSD Thunderbolt 4 Windows 11 Home
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$1,999.00
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Specs Comparison

Availability

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Released20232023
Release Date
  • Announced on January 3, 2023 (CES 2023)
  • Available starting in Q1 2023.
  • AMD models will be available starting in Q2 2023.
  • Announced on January 3, 2023 (CES 2023)
  • Available starting in Q1 2023.
PricingStarting at $1,899 or $2,599 (CA)Starting at $2,149.99 or $2,899.99 (CA)
Applicable Models
  • Alienware m16 Gaming Laptop
  • Original Alienware m16 Gaming Laptop
  • First Gen Alienware m16 Gaming Laptop
  • Alienware m16 R1 Gaming Laptop
  • Alienware m6 (2023) Gaming Laptop
  • Alienware m16 with 13th Gen Intel-HX55 processors
  • Alienware m16 with RTX 4000-Series
  • Alienware x16 Gaming Laptop
  • Original Alienware x16 Gaming Laptop
  • First Gen Alienware x16 Gaming Laptop
  • Alienware x16 R1 Gaming Laptop
  • Alienware x16 (2023) Gaming Laptop
  • Alienware x16 with 13th Gen Intel-H45 processors
  • Alienware x16 with RTX 4000-Series

Exterior

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Dimensions14.5 x 11.41 x 0.91 ~ 1.0 ~ 0.91 inch (368.9 x 289.9 x 23.1 ~ 25.4 ~ 23.0 mm)14.36 x 11.41 x 0.7311 inches (364.74 x 289.81 x 18.57 mm)
Weight-6 lbs. (2.72 kgs)
Colors
Dark Metallic Moon aluminum
Lunar Silver
Keyboard and Trackpad
  • Alienware mSeries 1-Zone AlienFX RGB keyboard.
  • Alienware mSeries Per-Keyy AlienFX RGB keyboard.
  • Alienware's CherryMX ultra-low-profile mechanical laptop keyboard with per-key AlienFX lighting.
    • 1.8mm key travel
    • Includes N-key rollover technology
  • Touchpad
    • Multi-touch gesture touchpad with integrated scrolling.
Keyboard
  • Alienware X-Series AlienFX RGB keyboard
    • Per-key RGB LED with AlienFX lighting
    • Anti-ghosting and N-key rollover technology.
    • 1.8mm key travel.
  • Alienware's CherryMX ultra-low-profile mechanical laptop keyboard
    • Per-key AlienFX lighting
    • 1.8mm key travel
    • Includes N-key rollover and anti-ghosting technology
Touchpad
  • Multi-touch gesture Premium Precision glass touchpad with integrated scrolling.
  • Optional  AlienFX touchpad.
Chasis Information
  • Featuring the new Alienware's Legend 3.0 industrial design language
  • Updated Perimeter foot enables increased bottom side airflow aiding system and gaming performance
  • Reformed V-rail edges aid in daily use providing an ergonomic approach to using the laptop
  • All configurations are certified for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technologies
  • Engineered with Alienware Cryo
  • Tech ™Cooling technology
  • Constructed with copper alloy thermal components
  • Vapor chamber cooling technology over both the CPU and GPU
  • Based on Alienware's Legend 3 industrial design language
  • Full Metal Chassis constructed with Anodized Aluminum and Magnesium Alloy*
  • Dual Torque Element Hinge
  • Updated Perimeter foot enables increased bottom side airflow aiding system and gaming performance
  • Reformed V-rail edges aid in daily use providing an ergonomic approach to using the laptop
  • Engineered with Alienware Cryo-Tech™Cooling technology
  • Includes Element 31 thermal interface material applied to CPU and GPU (on all x16 configs)
  • Constructed with copper alloy thermal components
  • Vapor chamber cooling technology (on configs based on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 or 4090)
  • All configurations are enabled to support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technologies
  • 6-Speaker Spatial Sound

Display

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Size16 Inches16 Inches
Info
  • 16” FHD+ 480Hz 3ms
    1920 x 1200, 16:10, 480Hz, 300-nits, 100% DCI-P3 gamut,1000:1 contrast ratio, ComfortView Plus, 3ms response time, NVIDIA G-Sync, Advanced Optimus.
  • 16” QHD+ 165Hz 3ms
    2560 x 1600, 16:10, 165Hz, 300-nits, 100% sRGB gamut, 1000:1 contrast ratio, ComfortView Plus, 3ms response time, NVIDIA G-Sync, Advanced Optimus.
  • 16” QHD+ 240Hz 3ms
    2560 x 1600, 16:10, 240Hz, 300-nits, 100% DCI-P3 gamut,1000:1 contrast ratio, ComfortView Plus, 3ms response time, NVIDIA G-Sync, Advanced Optimus.
  • 16” FHD+ 480Hz 3ms
    1920 x 1200, 16:10, 480Hz, 100% DCI-P3 gamut, ComfortView Plus, 3ms response time, NVIDIA G-Sync, Advanced Optimus.
  • 16” QHD+ 165Hz 3ms
    2560 x 1600, 16:10, 165Hz, 100% sRGB gamut, ComfortView Plus, 3ms response time, NVIDIA G-Sync, Advanced Optimus.
  • 16” QHD+ 240Hz 3ms
    2560 x 1600, 16:10, 240Hz, 100% DCI-P3 gamut, ComfortView Plus, 3ms response time, NVIDIA G-Sync, Advanced Optimus.

Ports

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Alienware M16 R1 Ports
Image Source: Dell
Left (3)
Alienware M16 R1 Ports - Left
Image Source: Dell
  • 1 x RJ-45
  • 1 x USB-A
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), PowerShare
  • 1 x headphone jack
    Headphone/Microphone
Back (7)
Alienware M16 R1 Ports - Back
Image Source: Dell
  • 2 x Thunderbolt 4
    40 Gpbs, USB 4.0 (40 Gbps), 15W (5V/3A) Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4
  • 1 x USB-A
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
  • 1 x HDMI
    v2.1
  • 1 x Mini DisplayPort
    v1.4
  • 1 x full-size SD card slot
  • 1 x power port
Alienware X16 R1 Ports
Image Source: Dell
Back (9)
Alienware X16 R1 Ports - Back
Image Source: Dell
  • 1 x headphone jack
    Headphone/Microphone
  • 1 x microSD card slot
    v5.2, UHS-II
  • 1 x Thunderbolt 4
    40 Gpbs, USB 4.0 (40 Gbps), Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4
  • 1 x USB-C
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4
  • 1 x HDMI
    v2.1, HDCP 2.3 support with NVIDIA GeForce graphics
  • 2 x USB-A
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), PowerShare
  • 1 x Mini DisplayPort
    v1.4
  • 1 x power port

Internal Specs

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Processor
  1. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13650HX
    14 cores, 20 threads, 1.90 → 4.90 GHz, 24MB SmartCache, 55W
  2. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13700HX
    16 cores, 24 threads, 1.50 → 5.00 GHz, 30MB SmartCache, 55W
  3. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-13900HX
    24 cores, 32 threads, 1.80 → 5.40 GHz, 36MB SmartCache, 55W
  1. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13620H
    10 cores, 16 threads, 1.80 → 4.90 GHz, 24MB SmartCache, 45W
  2. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13700H
    14 cores, 20 threads, 2.40 → 5.00 GHz, 24MB SmartCache, 45W
  3. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-13900HK
    14 cores, 20 threads, 2.60 → 5.40 GHz, 24MB SmartCache, 45W
Integrated Graphics
  1. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13650HX
    Intel® UHD Graphics
    16 Execution Units, → 1550 MHz
  2. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13700HX
    Intel® UHD Graphics
    32 Execution Units,
  3. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-13900HX
    Intel® UHD Graphics
    32 Execution Units, 300 → 1650 MHz
  1. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13620H
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    64 Execution Units, 400 → 1500 MHz
  2. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13700H
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    96 Execution Units, 400 → 1500 MHz
  3. 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-13900HK
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    96 Execution Units, 400 → 1500 MHz
Memory
8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64GB
4800 MHz Dual-channel DDR5 SDRAM.
2 x SO-DIMM slots.
  • 16GB
    Dual Channel LPDDR5 5200MHz
    Models with i7-13620H
  • 16GB 32GB
    Dual Channel LPDDR5 6000MHz
    Models with i7-13700H and i9-13900HK
Memory Slots
  • Onboard memory
Memory Configurations
  • Speed:
    5200 MHz 6000 MHz
  • Memory Type: Dual-channel LPDDR5
  • Minimum Memory: 16 GB
  • Maximum Memory: 32 GB
Discrete Graphics
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4050 - 6GB GDDR6
    TGP: 115W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 140W, 1270 MHz
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 - 8GB GDDR6
    TGP: 115W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 140W, 2070 - 2175 MHz
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4080 - 12GB GDDR6
    TGP: 150W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 175W, 1860 - 2280 MHz
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090 - 16GB GDDR6
    TGP: 150W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 175W, 1590 - 2040 MHz
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4050 - 6GB GDDR6
    TGP: 115W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 140W, 9-phase HyperEfficient graphics voltage regulation
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4060 - 8GB GDDR6
    TGP: 125W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 140W, 9-phase HyperEfficient graphics voltage regulation
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 - 8GB GDDR6
    TGP: 125W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 140W, 9-phase HyperEfficient graphics voltage regulation
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4080 - 12GB GDDR6
    TGP: 150W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 175W, 12-phase HyperEfficient graphics voltage regulation
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090 - 16GB GDDR6
    TGP: 150W, Dynamic Boost: 25W, Max Power: 175W, 12-phase HyperEfficient graphics voltage regulation
Storage4 x M.2 2230/2280 slots (Up to 2TB each)
  • Storage slots: 2 x M.2 2280 PCIe slots
Single Storage Configuration
  • 256GB 512GB 1TB 2TB
    PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
Dual Storage Configuration
  • 512GB 1TB 2TB 4TB
    RAID-0 (2 x PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD)
Fans Number4-
Cooling Info7 heat pipes and 5 vents.-

Connectivity

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Wi-Fi
  • Intel Killer 1675i Wi-Fi 6E
  • Intel Killer 1690i Wi-Fi 6E
  • Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
  • Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Ethernet2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Controller-

Battery

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Size86 WHr, 6-cell smart lithium-ion battery90 WHr Lithium-ion battery
With Alienware Battery Defender technology.
Power Supply
330W
power adapter.
240W 330W
USB Type-C small form factor power adapter.

Software

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
OSWindows 11
Home Pro
Windows 11
Home Pro
Built-in Apps
  • Alienware Command Center
    • Brand new architecture with redesigned UI/UX
    • The intuitive dashboard navigates all features, including thermals, system performance, overclocking, and themes
    • Game Library to manage titles from multiple services
    • AlienFX supports full RGB values up to 16.8 million colors, keybinds, and calibration settings on peripherals
    • Power Management pre-sets or manual controls
    • Overclocking controls system performance and overclocking profiles
Alienware Command CenterThe dashboard navigates all features, including themes, system performance, and overclocking.
  • Five Tailored Power States
    full speed performance balanced quiet battery saver
  • Game Library to manage titles from multiple services
  • FX supports full RBG values up to 16.8 million colors
  • Power Management adjusts power plans with a game
  • Overclocking controls system performance and overclocking profiles
  • Sound Center dials in the perfect sound by managing sound profiles, audio effects, and Audio Recon
AlienFX Lighting Detail
  • Programmable with up to 16.8 million distinct colors
  • Rear stadium lighting is now engineered with 90 micro-LEDs for a bold new look

Camera & Audio

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
Camera
  • Front-facing camera.
    Alienware FHD (1920 x 1080 resolution) camera.
  • Optional Windows Hello IR support.
  • Front-facing camera.
    Alienware FHD (1920 x 1080 resolution) camera.
  • Windows Hello IR support.
Audio
  • Speakers:
    • 2 x 2W speakers
  • Microphone:
    • Dual-array microphones
  • Speakers:
    • 6 x speakers spatial sound with Dolby Atmos
  • Microphone:
    • Dual-array microphones

Misc

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
SensorsWindows Hello IR CameraWindows Hello IR Camera
Security-Windows Hello IR camera for Facial Biometrics
Warranty1 Year Premium Support1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis

Key Features

Alienware M16 R1Alienware X16 R1
At Glance
Released in Early
2023
16:10 QHD+
16”
1600p 240Hz
Weight
6 lb
2.72 kg
Up to
Intel Core i9-13900HX
24C/32T, 1.80 → 5.40 GHz
Geekbench 5
2,000
Single Core
Geekbench 5
20,000
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® UHD Graphics
32 Execution Units, 300 → 1650 MHz
Upgradable up to
64GB
4800 MHz DDR5
Alienware M16 R1 Ports
Nvidia GeForce
RTX 4090
16GB GDDR6 175W Max
Released in Early
2023
16:9 QHD+
16”
1600p 240Hz
Weight
6 lb
2.72 kg
Up to
Intel Core i9-13900HK
14C/20T, 2.60 → 5.40 GHz
Geekbench 5
1,870
Single Core
Geekbench 5
12,500
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
96 Execution Units, 400 → 1500 MHz
Configurable up to
32GB
6000 MHz LPDDR5
Alienware X16 R1 Ports
Nvidia GeForce
RTX 4090
16GB GDDR6 175W Max

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