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Exploded-view animation of an Alienware laptop reveals the motherboard and internal fans that draw 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.

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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 tilted at a 3-quarter angle to reveals the perimeter foot and hexigonal intake vents on its bottom. Animated blue arrows demostrate how cool air is drawn into the vents through recesses in the perimeter foot.

FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE

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

Frontal view of an Alienware M18 R2 laptop positioned on a table within a living room setting, showcasing dyanmic gameplay from Baldur's Gate animated vividly on its screen.

FAST REFRESH RATES

Immerse yourself in every game with blazing refresh rates that range from 240Hz to 480Hz 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, magnesium alloy, and stainless steel 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.

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HIGHLY TACTILE KEYBOARD

Experience the world’s first 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.

Alienware x14 R2 Gaming Laptop

$1,299.99
Key Features
World's thinnest 14-inch gaming laptop
Premium, durable full-metal chassis
Express Charging via Type-C ports
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ i7-13620H
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4060
Memory (RAM)
Up to 32 GB
Storage
Up to 4 TB
Display
14"

Alienware x16 R2 Gaming Laptop

$2,099.99
Key Features
Animated AlienFX lighting capabilities
Premium materials, full-metal chassis
6-speaker spatial sound
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 185H
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090
Memory (RAM)
Up to 32 GB
Storage
Up to 8 TB
Display
16"

Alienware m16 R2 Gaming Laptop

$1,499.99
Key Features
15% smaller footprint than previous gen
Efficient cooling with Alienware Cryo-tech™
Stealth Mode when you need to focus
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 185H
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070
Memory (RAM)
Up to 64 GB
Storage
Up to 8 TB
Display
16"

Alienware m18 Gaming Laptop

$1,499.99
Key Features
Alienware's most powerful AMD gaming laptop
Improved cooling with Alienware Cryo-tech™
Featuring AMD Smart Technologies
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to AMD Ryzen™ 9 7945HX
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090
Memory (RAM)
Up to 64 GB
Storage
Up to 8.5 TB + 512 GB
Display
18"

Alienware m18 R2 Gaming Laptop

$1,899.99
Key Features
Alienware's most powerful 18-inch gaming laptop
Improved cooling with Alienware Cryo-tech™
Tactile feel with optional CherryMX Mechanical Keyboard
Customizable Specs
Processor
Up to Intel® Core™ i9 14900HX
OS
Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090
Memory (RAM)
Up to 64 GB
Storage
Up to 8 TB
Display
18"

Alienware Gaming Laptops FAQs

When considering a gaming laptop, prioritize 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 Center 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 optimizing their system's performance, as well as controlling various features of their Alienware hardware, including AlienFX RGB lighting and settings per game.