Alienware X17 R2 vs. Alienware M17 R4: Full specs comparison
Here is a comparison of the specs between Alienware X17 R2 and Alienware M17 R4, including CPU, RAM, storage, battery, display, and more.
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Alienware X17 R2 Pros
Reasons that Alienware X17 R2 is better than Alienware M17 R4.
2022 vs. 2021
Intel Core i9-12900HK inside Alienware X17 R2 has a 85% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i9-10980HK inside Alienware M17 R4.
Alienware X17 R2 supports a faster memory speed than the Alienware M17 R4. It supports up to 4800MHz versus 2933MHz of system memory on the Alienware M17 R4.
Alienware X17 R2 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 X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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Slots | x2 | Onboard |
Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
Alienware M17 R4 Pros
Reasons that Alienware M17 R4 is better than Alienware X17 R2.
Alienware M17 R4 weighed 5.51 pounds, 16% lighter than the 6.54 pounds Alienware X17 R2.
Weight | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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Pound | 6.54 lbs. | 5.51 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.97 kg | 2.50 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between Alienware X17 R2 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 X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Released | 2022 | 2021 |
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Pricing | Starting at $2,299 | Starting at $2,149.99 |
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Exterior | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Dimensions |
| 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 | 6.54 ~ 6.82 lbs. (2.96 - 3.09 kg) | Starting at 5.51 lbs (2.50 kg) up to 6.55 lbs (2.97 kg) |
Colors | Lunar light With High Endurance Clear Coat and Silky - Smooth Finish |
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Keyboard and Trackpad | Keyboard
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Display | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Size | 17.3 Inches | 17.3 Inches |
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Ports | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Left (1)
Right (1)
Back (8)
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Internal Specs | Alienware X17 R2 | 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 |
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Connectivity | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Wi-Fi | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Dual Band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz WiFi 6E 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Ethernet | Killer E3100 2.5G Ethernet Controller Transfer rate: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps |
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Battery | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Size | 87 WHr, 6-cell smart lithium-ion battery | 86 WHr, 6-cell smart lithium-ion with Alienware Battery Defender |
Power Supply | 240W 330W power adapter. |
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Software | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
OS | Windows 11 Home Pro | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 |
Built-in Apps | Alienware Command CenterDashboard navigates all features, including themes, system performance, and overclocking.
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Camera & Audio | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Camera |
| Front-facing camera Alienware FHD (1920x1080 resolution) camera. |
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Misc | Alienware X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
Sensors | Windows Hello IR Camera |
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Security | Windows Hello IR camera for Facial Biometrics |
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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 X17 R2 | Alienware M17 R4 |
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