Alienware X17 R2 vs. 2022 Razer Blade 17: Which is better?
Here is a side by side comparison between Alienware X17 R2 and 2022 Razer Blade 17 specs including CPU, RAM, storage, battery, display, and more.
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Alienware X17 R2 Pros
Reasons that Alienware X17 R2 is better than 2022 Razer Blade 17.
Intel Core i9-12900HK inside Alienware X17 R2 has a 8% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i9-12900H inside 2022 Razer Blade 17.
2022 Razer Blade 17 Pros
Reasons that 2022 Razer Blade 17 is better than Alienware X17 R2.
The 2022 Razer Blade 17 supports a larger memory capacity than the Alienware X17 R2. It supports up to 64GB versus 32GB of system memory on the Alienware X17 R2.
The 2022 Razer Blade 17 weighed 6.06 pounds, 8% lighter than the 6.54 pounds Alienware X17 R2.
Weight | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
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Pound | 6.54 lbs. | 6.06 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.97 kg | 2.75 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between Alienware X17 R2 and 2022 Razer Blade 17.
Both laptops supports the same 4800MHz DDR5 RAM.
Both laptops come with available RAM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed.
Memory | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
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Slots | x2 | x2 |
Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
Released | 2022 | 2022 |
Release Date |
| Announced on January 04, 2022. |
Pricing | Starting at $2,299 |
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Exterior | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
Dimensions |
| 15.55” x 10.24” x 0.78” (395 mm x 260 mm x 19.9 mm) |
Weight | 6.54 ~ 6.82 lbs. (2.96 - 3.09 kg) | 6.06 lbs (2.75 kg) |
Colors | Lunar light With High Endurance Clear Coat and Silky - Smooth Finish | Anodized Matte Black T6 CNC Aluminum with illuminated Razer Logo. |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Keyboard
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Display | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
Size | 17.3 Inches | 17.3 Inches |
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Ports | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
Left (1)
Right (1)
Back (8)
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Internal Specs | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
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Memory |
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Storage |
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Connectivity | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
Wi-Fi | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Dual Band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz WiFi 6E 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Killer® AX1690 Triple bands 2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz WiFi 6E 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/az Bluetooth 5.2 |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
Ethernet | Killer E3100 2.5G Ethernet Controller Transfer rate: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps | 2.5 Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps. |
Battery | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
Size | 87 WHr, 6-cell smart lithium-ion battery | 82Wh Lithium-ion polymer battery. |
Power Supply | 240W 330W power adapter. | 280W Proprietary AC Adapter |
Software | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
OS | Windows 11 Home Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Built-in Apps | Alienware Command CenterDashboard navigates all features, including themes, system performance, and overclocking.
| Razer Synapse 3 enabled with programmable keyboard |
Camera & Audio | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
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Misc | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
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 |
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Key Features | Alienware X17 R2 | 2022 Razer Blade 17 |
At Glance |
Comparison Summary
Dell has released the Alienware X17 R2, a 17.3-inch machine, in early-2022. It is powered by up to 14-core Intel Core i9-12900HK with a boost clock speed up to 5.00 GHz. The laptop has a dedicated GPU option up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti with 16GB GDDR6.
On the other hand, we have the 17.3-inch Blade 17 was introduced by Razer around the same time in early-2022. It comes with up to 14-core Intel Core i9-12900H with a boost clock speed up to 5.00 GHz. It has a dedicated GPU option up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with 8GB GDDR6 Max at 95W.
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Both Alienware X17 R2 and 2022 Razer Blade 17 have the same 17.3-inch display size. In addition, the Alienware X17 R2 weighs 6.54 lbs. about 7% heavier than the 6.06 lbs. 2022 Razer Blade 17. Moreover, measured at 15.72” x 11.79” x 0.82”, the Alienware X17 R2 is much bulkier than the 2022 Razer Blade 17 at 15.55” x 10.24” x 0.78”.
Moving over to upgradability, Dell claims that the Alienware X17 R2 supports up to 32GB 4800 MHz DDR5 memory that you can upgrade with two memory module slots on the motherboard. It also comes with two M.2 slots that users can easily upgrade and install an additional SSD to expand the storage on the device.
For 2022 Razer Blade 17, it supports up to 64GB 4800 MHz DDR5 memory that you can upgrade with two memory module slots on the motherboard. It also has two M.2 slots that users can easily swap or add an extra SSD to get extra space when needed.
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