M1 MacBook Pro 16” vs. Alienware X15 R1: Full specs comparison
We thoroughly analyzed technical specifications for M1 MacBook Pro 16” and Alienware X15 R1 models, including CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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M1 MacBook Pro 16” Pros
Reasons that M1 MacBook Pro 16” is better than Alienware X15 R1.
Apple M1 Max (10C, 32G) inside M1 MacBook Pro 16” has a 50% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i9-11900H inside Alienware X15 R1.
M1 MacBook Pro 16” 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.
M1 MacBook Pro 16” weighed 4.7 pounds, 6% lighter than the 5 pounds Alienware X15 R1.
Weight | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
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Pound | 4.7 lbs. | 5 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.13 kg | 2.27 kg |
Alienware X15 R1 Pros
Reasons that Alienware X15 R1 is better than M1 MacBook Pro 16”.
Configurable up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 8GB GDDR6 90W TGP vs. integrated
Alienware X15 R1 comes with two M.2 slots that you can easily upgrade and install an additional SSD to expand the storage on the device.
Slots | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
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M.2 | Onboard | Yes x2 |
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
Released | 2021 | 2021 |
Release Date |
| Available on June 1, 2021 |
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Exterior | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
Dimensions |
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Weight |
| 5 - 5.2 lbs (2.27 - 2.36 kg) |
Colors | Space Gray Silver | Lunar light |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Backlit Magic Keyboard with:
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Display | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
Size | 16.2 Inches | 15.6 Inches |
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Ports | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
Left (4)
Right (3)
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Internal Specs | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
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Memory | 16GB 32GB 64GB Unified Memory | Memory Slots
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Discrete Graphics | - |
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Storage | 512GB 1TB 2TB 4TB 8TB SSD |
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Connectivity | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
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 |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology | Bluetooth 5.2 |
Battery | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
Size | 100 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | 87 WHr, 6-cell smart lithium-ion battery |
Battery Life |
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Power Supply | 140W USB‑C Power Adapter Charging up to 50 percent in just 30 minutes with included USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable. | 240W power adapter. |
Software | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
OS | Shipped with macOS Monterey | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Upgradable to Windows 11 |
Built-in Apps | Photos iMovie GarageBand Pages Numbers Keynote Siri Safari Mail FaceTime Messages Maps News Stocks Home Voice Memos Notes Calendar Contacts Reminders Photo Booth Preview Music Podcasts TV Books App Store Time Machine Find My QuickTime Player |
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Camera & Audio | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
Camera | 1080p FaceTime HD camera Advanced image signal processor with computational video. |
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Misc | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
Sensors | Touch ID sensor | Windows Hello IR Camera |
Security |
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Warranty | Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage every 12 months, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. | 1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis |
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Key Features | M1 MacBook Pro 16” | Alienware X15 R1 |
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