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Exploded-view animation of an Alienware laptop shows fans drawing in cool air while expelling hot air through vents.

OPTIMIZED AIRFLOW

Designed to intelligently manage thermal activity for maximum performance, every Alienware laptop is designed with an intentional array of air intakes and exhausts tested to deliver the performance you need.

Close-up of V-rail edges that allow for easy opening. Animation shows comfort rail for your palms.

EFFORTLESS AND COMFORTABLE

The third generation of our Legend design introduces our thoughtfully designed V-rail edges, which allow for a more comfortable palm rest and quick, easy opening.

A laptop shows the perimeter foot which helps cool air to be drawn into the vents.

FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE

The all-new perimeter foot elevates the laptop to functionally improve airflow and maintain performance.

View of an Alienware M18 R2 laptop showcasing gameplay from Baldur's Gate animating vividly on screen.

FAST REFRESH RATES

Immerse yourself in every game with 240Hz blazing refresh rates and with a minimal response time of just 3ms.

Two Alienware laptops are positioned back-to-back at 3-quarter angles, both slightly opened showcasing premium materials.

PREMIUM MATERIALS

Our latest Alienware laptops are designed with materials like anodized aluminum and magnesium alloy to provide structural rigidity, thinness, and an optimized design built around performance.

Exploded view of only the cryo-tech components in Alienware laptops.

ALIENWARE CRYO-TECH™

Game uninterrupted for hours with Alienware Cryo-Tech™ that creates efficient thermals using a combination of Element 31, load balancing copper heat pipes, and optional vapor chamber technology.

An Alienware motherboard with Element 31 thermal paste on the CPU and GPU.

HEAT-DIMINISHING ELEMENT 31

Alienware's unique Element 31 is a gallium-silicone material on the CPU and GPU that helps dissipate heat to keep your laptop running at optimum speeds.

Close-up of fingers typing on a colorful, backlit keyboard.

HIGHLY TACTILE KEYBOARD

Experience ultra-low-profile mechanical keyboard with 1.8mm key-travel and a 15 million keystroke lifecycle courtesy of our latest collaboration with Cherry as an optional upgrade.

Exploded-view animation of an Alienware laptop shows fans drawing in cool air while expelling hot air through vents.

OPTIMIZED AIRFLOW

Designed to intelligently manage thermal activity for maximum performance, every Alienware laptop is designed with an intentional array of air intakes and exhausts tested to deliver the performance you need.

Close-up of V-rail edges that allow for easy opening. Animation shows comfort rail for your palms.

EFFORTLESS AND COMFORTABLE

The third generation of our Legend design introduces our thoughtfully designed V-rail edges, which allow for a more comfortable palm rest and quick, easy opening.

Alienware x16 R2 Gaming Laptop

Key Features
Animated AlienFX lighting capabilities
Premium materials, full-metal chassis
6-speaker spatial sound

Alienware m18 R2 Gaming Laptop

Key Features
Alienware's most powerful 18-inch gaming laptop
Improved cooling with Alienware Cryo-tech™
Tactile feel with optional CherryMX Mechanical Keyboard

Alienware m16 R2 Gaming Laptop

Key Features
15% smaller footprint than previous gen
Efficient cooling with Alienware Cryo-tech™
Stealth Mode when you need to focus

Alienware Gaming Laptops FAQs

When considering a gaming laptop, prioritise aspects like a powerful GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), high-refresh-rate display, more RAM that can boost system responsiveness, newer generation CPU, fast SSD storage, effective cooling systems, and a sturdy build for durability.
Good specifications for a gaming laptop include a high-performance GPU (such as NVIDIA GeForce RTX), a powerful CPU (like Intel Core i7), at least 16GB of RAM, a fast SSD (NVMe preferably), and a high-refresh-rate display.
Alienware laptops often use high-performance graphics cards from NVIDIA, such as GeForce RTX series GPUs. Offering users powerful gaming experiences with excellent graphics rendering and performance.
Alienware gaming laptops feature strategically placed vents and fans that facilitate efficient airflow. The design allows cool air to enter and hot air to exit, ensuring proper heat dissipation and maintaining optimal operating temperatures for components.
Alienware Cryo-tech is an advanced cooling technology used in Alienware laptops. It may comprises various cooling components like advanced heat pipes, vapor chambers, and high-quality fans designed to efficiently dissipate heat, ensuring optimal performance during intensive gaming sessions.
Alienware Command Centre is a proprietary software application developed for its Alienware line of gaming computers, displays, and peripherals. This software provides users with a centralized hub for customizing and optimising their system's performance, as well as controlling various features of their Alienware hardware, including AlienFX RGB lighting and settings per game.