Alienware M17 R5 vs. MacBook Pro 15” (2018): Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the Alienware M17 R5 and MacBook Pro 15” (2018) 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 R5 Pros
Reasons that Alienware M17 R5 is better than MacBook Pro 15” (2018).
2022 vs. 2018
Alienware M17 R5 supports a faster memory speed than the MacBook Pro 15” (2018). It supports up to 4800MHz versus 2400MHz of system memory on the MacBook Pro 15” (2018).
Alienware M17 R5 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 MacBook Pro 15” (2018) since it has onboard memory.
Memory | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
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Slots | x2 | Onboard |
Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
Alienware M17 R5 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 M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
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M.2 | Yes x2 | Onboard |
Alienware M17 R5 has a 17.3-inch screen size 12% larger than the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro 15” (2018).
MacBook Pro 15” (2018) Pros
Reasons that MacBook Pro 15” (2018) is better than Alienware M17 R5.
MacBook Pro 15” (2018) weighed 4.02 pounds, 45% lighter than the 7.3 pounds Alienware M17 R5.
Weight | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
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Pound | 7.3 lbs. | 4.02 lbs. |
Kilogram | 3.31 kg | 1.82 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between Alienware M17 R5 and MacBook Pro 15” (2018).
Both laptops supports up to 32GB of system memory.
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Released | 2022 | 2018 |
Release Date |
| Announced on July 13, 2018 |
Pricing | Starting at $1,599 |
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Exterior | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Dimensions | 15.64 x 11.76 x 0.5756 ~ 1.05 ~ 0.89 inches (397.3 x 298.71 x 14.62 ~ 26.7 ~ 22.6 mm) | 13.75” x 9.48” x 0.61” (349.3 mm x 240.7 mm x 155 mm) |
Weight | 7.3 lbs. (3.3 kg) | Starting at 4.02 pounds (1.83 kg) |
Colors | Dark Side of the Moon With High Endurance Clear Coat. | Space Gray Silver |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Keyboard
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Chasis Information | Chassis Features
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Display | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Size | 17.3 Inches | 15.4 Inches |
Info |
| Retina display
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Ports | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Left
| Left (2)
Right (3)
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Internal Specs | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Processor |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory |
| 16GB configurable to 32GB of 2400MHz DDR4 onboard memory |
Discrete Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™
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Storage |
| 256GB 512GB configurable to 1TB, 2TB, or 4TB SSD |
Connectivity | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology |
Ethernet |
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Battery | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Size | 64Wh 97Wh | 83.6 Wh lithium‑polymer battery |
Battery Life | - |
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Power Supply | 180 240W Barrel type power adapter. | 87W USB‑C Power Adapter |
Software | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
OS | Windows 11 Home Pro | Shipped with macOS Catalina |
Built-in Apps | Alienware Command Center
| 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 M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Camera |
| 720p FaceTime HD camera |
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Misc | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
Sensors | Optional Windows Hello IR Camera |
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Security | Windows Hello IR camera for Facial Biometrics |
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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, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. |
More | - | Video SupportSimultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display at millions of colors and:
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Key Features | Alienware M17 R5 | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) |
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