2021 ROG Strix G17 vs. Alienware M15 R5: Full specs comparison
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the 2021 ROG Strix G17 and Alienware M15 R5 specifications, including details on CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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2021 ROG Strix G17 Pros
Reasons that 2021 ROG Strix G17 is better than Alienware M15 R5.
10% larger display
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 has a 17.3-inch screen size 10% larger than the 15.6-inch Alienware M15 R5.
Display size
2021 ROG Strix G17
17.3-inch
Alienware M15 R5
15.6-inch
Alienware M15 R5 Pros
We couldn't find any advantages of Alienware M15 R5 over 2021 ROG Strix G17.
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between 2021 ROG Strix G17 and Alienware M15 R5.
Supports the same maximum memory size of up to 32GB
Both laptops supports up to 32GB of system memory.
Max system memory size
2021 ROG Strix G17
32 GB
Alienware M15 R5
32 GB
Uses the same memory type and speed
Both laptops supports the same 3200MHz DDR4 RAM.
Memory type and speed
2021 ROG Strix G17 - DDR4
3,200 MHz
Alienware M15 R5 - DDR4
3,200 MHz
Upgradable memory
Both laptops come with available RAM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed.
| Memory | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
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| Slots | x2 | x2 |
| Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Release Date | Announced on January 13, 2021 (CES 2021) | Announced on April 20, 2021 |
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Exterior | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
| Dimensions | 15.55 x 11.10 x 0.84 - 0.97” (395 x 282 x 21.4 - 24.6 mm) | 14.02” x 10.73” x 0.47 - 0.76” (356.20 x 272.50 x 12 - 19.25 mm) |
| Weight | 5.29 lbs (2.40 kg) | 5.34 - 5.93 lbs (2.42 - 2.69 kg) |
| Colors | Original Black Eclipse Gray | Dark Side of the Moon with High Endurance Clear Coat and Silky Smooth Finish |
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Display | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
| Size | 17.3 Inches | 15.6 Inches |
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Ports | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
 Left (3)
Back (5)
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Internal Specs | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
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| Memory | 16GB 32GB Dual-Channel DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM.2 x SODIMM slots | 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 3200MHz Dual-channel DDR4 SDRAM.2 x SO-DIMM slots. |
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| Storage | 512GB 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0.2 x M.2 SSD slots. | 2 x M.2 2230/2280 slots (Up to 2TB each) |
Connectivity | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
| Wi-Fi | Intel® Wi-Fi 6 with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) 2x2 multi-antenna | Rivet Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650x Dual Band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Up to 2400 Mbps WiFi 6 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. | Gigabit Ethernet Controller Transfer rate: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps |
Battery | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
| Size | 56Wh 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery. |
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| Battery Life | Up to 12 hours of video playback. | - |
| Power Supply |
| 180W 240W power adapter. |
Software | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
| OS |
| Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 |
| Built-in Apps | Armoury Crate GameVisual Aura Creator Scenario Profiles |
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Camera & Audio | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
| Camera | No Built-in camera. | Front-facing camera Alienware HD (1280x720 resolution) camera. |
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Key Features | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
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