Alienware M17 R1 vs. Alienware M17 R4: Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the Alienware M17 R1 and Alienware M17 R4 models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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Alienware M17 R1 Pros
Reasons that Alienware M17 R1 is better than Alienware M17 R4.
Alienware M17 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 M17 R4 since it has onboard memory.
Memory | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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Slots | x2 | Onboard |
Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
Alienware M17 R4 Pros
Reasons that Alienware M17 R4 is better than Alienware M17 R1.
2021 vs. 2019
Intel Core i9-10980HK inside Alienware M17 R4 has a 43% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i7-9750H inside Alienware M17 R1.
Alienware M17 R4 supports a faster memory speed than the Alienware M17 R1. It supports up to 2933MHz versus 2666MHz of system memory on the Alienware M17 R1.
Alienware M17 R4 weighed 5.51 pounds, 5% lighter than the 5.79 pounds Alienware M17 R1.
Weight | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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Pound | 5.79 lbs. | 5.51 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.63 kg | 2.50 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between Alienware M17 R1 and Alienware M17 R4.
Both laptops supports up to 32GB of system memory.
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Released | 2019 | 2021 |
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Pricing | Starting at $1,649.99 | Starting at $2,149.99 |
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Exterior | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Dimensions | 16.1 x 11.52 x 0.727 - 0.91 in (362 x 292.5 x 18.5 - 23 mm)
| 15.74” x 11.585” x 0.6618 - 0.87 - 0.8154” (399.8 mm x 294.26 mm x 16.9 - 22 - 20.71 mm) |
Weight | Starting at 5.79 Lbs (2.63 Kg) | Starting at 5.51 lbs (2.50 kg) up to 6.55 lbs (2.97 kg) |
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Display | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Size | 17.3 Inches | 17.3 Inches |
Info | Full HD with 60Hz refresh rate
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Ports | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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Internal Specs | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory |
| 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 2933 MHz Dual-channel DDR4 RAM. |
Discrete Graphics |
| NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3000 series |
Storage | Single Storage Configurations
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Connectivity | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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Battery | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Size |
| 86 WHr, 6-cell smart lithium-ion with Alienware Battery Defender |
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Software | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
OS | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 |
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Camera & Audio | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Camera |
| Front-facing camera Alienware FHD (1920x1080 resolution) camera. |
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Misc | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Sensors | - |
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Security |
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Warranty | 1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis | - |
More | CHASIS
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Key Features | Alienware M17 R1 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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