Alienware X15 R1 vs. Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021): Full specs comparison
We thoroughly analyzed technical specifications for Alienware X15 R1 and Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) models, including CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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Alienware X15 R1 Pros
Reasons that Alienware X15 R1 is better than Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021).
Alienware X15 R1 weighed 5 pounds, 18% lighter than the 6.06 pounds Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021).
Weight | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
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Pound | 5 lbs. | 6.06 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.27 kg | 2.75 kg |
Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) Pros
Reasons that Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) is better than Alienware X15 R1.
Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) supports a larger memory capacity than the Alienware X15 R1. It supports up to 64GB versus 32GB of system memory on the Alienware X15 R1.
Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) 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 X15 R1 since it has onboard memory.
Memory | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
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Slots | Onboard | x2 |
Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) has a 17.3-inch screen size 10% larger than the 15.6-inch Alienware X15 R1.
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between Alienware X15 R1 and Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021).
Both laptops supports the same 3200MHz DDR4 RAM.
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
Released | 2021 | 2021 |
Release Date | Available on June 1, 2021 | Announced on July 14, 2021. |
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Exterior | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
Dimensions |
| 15.55” x 10.24” x 0.78” (395 mm x 260 mm x 19.9 mm) |
Weight | 5 - 5.2 lbs (2.27 - 2.36 kg) | 6.06 lbs (2.75 kg) |
Colors | Lunar light | Anodized Matte Black T6 CNC Aluminum with illuminated Razer Logo. |
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Display | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
Size | 15.6 Inches | 17.3 Inches |
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Ports | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
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Internal Specs | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
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Memory | Memory Slots
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Connectivity | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
Wi-Fi | Rivet Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675x Dual Band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Up to 2400 Mbps WiFi 6 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 Up to 2400 Mbps Triple band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz WiFi 6 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2 |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
Ethernet | - | 2.5 Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps. |
Battery | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
Size | 87 WHr, 6-cell smart lithium-ion battery | 70.5Wh 2-cells Lithium-ion polymer battery. |
Power Supply | 240W power adapter. | 230W Proprietary AC Adapter |
Software | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
OS | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 | Windows 10 Home 64-bit |
Built-in Apps |
| Razer Synapse 3 enabled with programmable keyboard |
Camera & Audio | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
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Misc | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
Sensors | Windows Hello IR Camera | - |
Security | - |
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Warranty | 1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis | - |
Key Features | Alienware X15 R1 | Razer Blade 17 (Mid 2021) |
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