2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 vs. Alienware M15 R5: Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively analyzed the technical specifications for the 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 and Alienware M15 R5 models. Our report includes intricate details such as the CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 Pros
Reasons that 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 is better than Alienware M15 R5.
The 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 supports a larger memory capacity than the Alienware M15 R5. It supports up to 64GB versus 32GB of system memory on the Alienware M15 R5.
The 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 has a 17.3-inch screen size 10% larger than the 15.6-inch Alienware M15 R5.
Alienware M15 R5 Pros
Reasons that Alienware M15 R5 is better than 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17.
Alienware M15 R5 weighed 5.34 pounds, 11% lighter than the 5.95 pounds 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17.
Weight | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
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Pound | 5.95 lbs. | 5.34 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.70 kg | 2.42 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 and Alienware M15 R5.
Both laptops supports the same 3200MHz DDR4 RAM.
Both laptops come with available RAM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed.
Memory | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 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 SCAR 17 | 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 SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
Dimensions | 15.55 x 11.10 x 0.92 - 1.08” (395 x 282 x 23.4 - 27.5 mm) | 14.02” x 10.73” x 0.47 - 0.76” (356.20 x 272.50 x 12 - 19.25 mm) |
Weight | 5.95 lbs (2.70 kg) | 5.34 - 5.93 lbs (2.42 - 2.69 kg) |
Colors | Black with Rubber Grey Customizable Armor Cap. | Dark Side of the Moon with High Endurance Clear Coat and Silky Smooth Finish |
Keyboard and Trackpad |
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Display | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
Size | 17.3 Inches | 15.6 Inches |
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Ports | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
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Internal Specs | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory | 16GB 32GB 64GB Dual-Channel LPDDR4 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, supports RAID-0. | 2 x M.2 2230/2280 slots (Up to 2TB each) |
Connectivity | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
Wi-Fi | Intel® Wi-Fi 6 with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) | 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 SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
Size | 90 Wh (4-cell lithium-ion) |
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Power Supply | 240W ø6.0 mm power adapter.Supports USB-C™ Power Delivery 3.0 up to 100W | 180W 240W power adapter. |
Software | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
OS |
| Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 |
Built-in Apps | Armoury Crate Screen Xpert Aura Creator 1M Xbox Game Pass |
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Camera & Audio | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
Camera | No built-in webcam. | Front-facing camera Alienware HD (1280x720 resolution) camera. |
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Key Features | 2021 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | Alienware M15 R5 |
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