Alienware M17 R3 vs. 2021 ROG Strix G17: Full specs comparison
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Alienware M17 R3 and 2021 ROG Strix G17 specifications, including details on CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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Alienware M17 R3 Pros
We couldn't find any advantages of Alienware M17 R3 over 2021 ROG Strix G17.
2021 ROG Strix G17 Pros
Reasons that 2021 ROG Strix G17 is better than Alienware M17 R3.
2021 vs. 2020
AMD Ryzen 9-5900HX inside 2021 ROG Strix G17 has a 9% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i9-10980HK inside Alienware M17 R3.
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 supports a faster memory speed than the Alienware M17 R3. It supports up to 3200MHz versus 2666MHz of system memory on the Alienware M17 R3.
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 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 R3 since it has onboard memory.
Memory | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
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Slots | Onboard | x2 |
Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 weighed 5.29 pounds, 20% lighter than the 6.55 pounds Alienware M17 R3.
Weight | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
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Pound | 6.55 lbs. | 5.29 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.97 kg | 2.40 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between Alienware M17 R3 and 2021 ROG Strix G17.
Both laptops supports up to 32GB of system memory.
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Released | 2020 | 2021 |
Release Date |
| Announced on January 13, 2021 (CES 2021) |
Pricing | Starting at $1,549.99 | - |
Applicable Models | - |
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Exterior | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Dimensions | 15.74 x 11.59 x 0.89 in (399.80 x 294.30 x 22.50 mm)
| 15.55 x 11.10 x 0.84 - 0.97” (395 x 282 x 21.4 - 24.6 mm) |
Weight | Starting at 6.55 lb (2.97 kg) | 5.29 lbs (2.40 kg) |
Colors |
| Original Black Eclipse Gray |
Keyboard and Trackpad |
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Display | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Size | 17.3 Inches | 17.3 Inches |
Info | Full HD with 144Hz refresh rate
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Ports | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
| Left (3)
Back (5)
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Internal Specs | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Processor |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory |
| 16GB 32GB Dual-Channel DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM.2 x SODIMM slots |
Discrete Graphics |
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Storage | Available Slots
| 512GB 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0.2 x M.2 SSD slots. |
Connectivity | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Wi-Fi |
| Intel® Wi-Fi 6 with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) 2x2 multi-antenna |
Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth 5.1 |
Ethernet |
| Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. |
Battery | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Size |
| 56Wh 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery. |
Battery Life | - | Up to 12 hours of video playback. |
Power Supply |
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Software | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
OS | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 |
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Built-in Apps |
| Armoury Crate GameVisual Aura Creator Scenario Profiles |
Camera & Audio | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Camera |
| No Built-in camera. |
Audio |
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Misc | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
Sensors |
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Security |
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More | CHASIS
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Key Features | Alienware M17 R3 | 2021 ROG Strix G17 |
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