Dell Alienware m16 R1 (2023)

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Dell Alienware m16 R1 (2023)
ManufacturerDell
Product familyAlienware
Release dateMarch 2023;
3 years ago (2023-03)
Introductory priceUSD 1349 to 3049
DiscontinuedNo
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
(Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro)
CPUIntel Core i7-13700HX
Intel Core i9-13900HX
AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
Memory16 GB DDR5-4800 MHz (2x8 GB) or 32 GB DDR5-4800 MHz (2x16 GB) or 64 GB DDR5-4800 MHz
Memory slots2 user accessible
Storage1 TB M.2 NVMe Gen4 (Hynix PC801) with additional slots (2x 2280, 2x 2230)
Storage slots4 user accessible
Removable storageFull-size SD card reader
DisplayScreen size: 16 inch
Panel type: IPS
Coating: Matte (anti-glare)
Resolution: 2560 x 1600
PPI: 188
Aspect ratio: 16:10
Refresh rate: 165, 240, or 480 Hz
Brightness: 300 Nits
Contrast ratio: 1215:1
sRGB: 145.3 %
Adobe RGB: 100.1 %
P3: 102.9 %
Screen-to-body ratio:
GraphicsIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop 12 GB GDDR6 175 W
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop
AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT
Sound2 x 2W stereo speakers
CameraFront: FHD with IR
TouchpadGlass, small size
ConnectivityKiller AX1675i WiFi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, Thunderbolt 4, 15W PD)
1 x HDMI 2.1
1 x Mini DisplayPort 1.4
1 x Ethernet (2.5 Gbps)
1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack
DimensionsW: 14.5 inches (37 cm)
D: 11.41 inches (29.0 cm)
H: 1 inch (2.5 cm)
Mass6.67 pounds (3.03 kg) to 7.28 pounds (3.30 kg)
Power brick330W old school brick style
Battery86 Wh
KeyboardPer key RGB backlit
ChassisColor: Anodized aluminum lid
Materials: Anodized aluminum lid; Soft touch plastic keyboard deck
Cooling: Vapor chamber with 4 fans
Number padNo
Fingerprint readerNo
Facial recognitionYes
WebsiteDell

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The Dell Alienware m16 R1 (2023) is a high-performance gaming laptop equipped with Intel Raptor Lake HX and AMD Dragon Range HX processors, aswell as Nvidia Geforce RTX 40-series and AMD Radeon RX 7000 series mobile GPUs. Available configurations vary by store and location.[1] The m16 R1 is positioned as a premium gaming laptop with a focus on performance and cooling capabilities.[2]

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Alienware m16 R1 (2023) can come with the following processors[3]"Alienware m16 R1 (2023) Specifications". Dell. Retrieved 2024-07-19.</ref>:

  • Intel Core i7-13700HX with 16 cores (8 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 24 threads, 30 MB cache and a max frequency of 5.0 Ghz for P-cores and 3.7 Ghz for E-cores.
  • Intel Core i9-13900HX with 24 cores (8 P-cores + 16 E-cores) and 32 threads, 36 MB cache and max frequency of 5.4 Ghz for P-cores and 3.9 Ghz for E-cores.
  • AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX with 8 cores and 16 threads, 32 MB cache and a max frequency of 5.1 Ghz.
  • AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX with 12 cores and 24 threads, 64 MB cache and a max frequency of 5.2 Ghz.
  • AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX with 16 cores and 32 threads, 64 MB cache and a max frequency of 5.4 Ghz.

Dell supplies the processors with sufficient power and cooling for CPU-intensive tasks resulting in excellent performance compared to other laptops with the same processors. In CPU-only tasks, the i9-13900HX performs as expected, with sustained performance at ~150W in Full Speed profile, though it runs very loud in this mode at 55+ dBA.[4] The Balanced profile offers a quieter experience with only a small drop in performance.[5]

The AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX configuration offers competitive performance, with multi-thread performance about 20 to 25 percent slower than the Ryzen 9 7945HX but roughly 50 percent ahead of the Ryzen 7 7745HX.[6]

Benchmarks:

  • Cinebench R23:
    • i7-13700HX: 1,933 pts (single-core), 21,889 pts (multi-core)
    • i9-13900HX: 1,925 pts (single-core), 30,713 pts (multi-core)[7]
    • R9 7845HX: 1,852 pts (single-core), 26,876 pts (multi-core)[8]

Graphics

In addition to the integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics, the Alienware m16 R1 (2023) ships with the following discrete GPUs[3]:

Dell supplies the GPUs with sufficient power for gaming and high-load performance. The RTX 4080 Laptop GPU, rated for 175W total graphics power, does a lot of heavy lifting to run all titles smoothly. Even the most demanding AAA games run smoothly with decent frame rates at native resolution.[9]

Benchmarks:

  • 3D Mark TimeSpy:
    • RTX 4080: ~18398 pts[10]

Memory

The Alienware m16 R1 supports up to[3]:

  • 192GB sDDR5-5600MHz | i9-13900HX units
  • 192GB sDDR5-4800MHz | i7-13650HX & i7-13700HX units
  • 64GB sDDR5-5200MHz | Ryzen Dragon Range units

Pre-configured SKUs come with either 16GB (2x8GB), 32GB (2x16GB), or 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5-4800 MHz memory.[11]

Storage

The Alienware m16 R1 can ship with a 1 TB M.2 NVMe Gen4 SSD (Hynix PC801)[3]. Some configurations come with two 1TB SSDs in RAID 0 configuration, providing incredibly fast drives.[12] RTX 4080 Laptop and RTX 4090 Laptop units have 3x2230 additional slots for storage expansion, whereas the rest only have an additional 1x2230 additional slot for storage expansion.

Benchmarks:

  • CrystalDiskMark 8:
    • SEQ1M Q8T1 (Sequential 1MB blocks): ~6600 MB/s (read), ~4900 MB/s (write)[13]

Input Devices

Keyboard

The Alienware m16 R1 features a keyboard with per-key RGB backlighting and offers an option for CherryMX switches for an additional cost[3]. The keyboard provides ample key travel and feedback, making it comfortable for typing.[14] The keyboard can be ordered in the form of non-mechanical keys with a single backlighting zone, non-mechanical keys with per-key backlighting, or the mechanical keys with per-key backlighting.[15]

Touchpad

The touchpad on the Alienware m16 R1 is small due to the keyboard's lower placement. It is a glass, buttonless design with multi-touch gestures functioning properly.[16] The touchpad is bigger than the one on some Alienware X-series laptops, but it is still considered sub-par for accurate tracking gestures.[17]

Webcam

The Alienware m16 R1 is equipped with a FHD webcam with IR support for facial recognition.[3][18] The webcam is considered sharp for a 1080p camera.[19]

Output Devices

Display

The Alienware m16 R1 offers multiple display options[3]:

  • 16" 1600p 240Hz IPS 100%DCI-P3 300nits
  • 16" 1600p 165Hz IPS 100%sRGB 300nits
  • 16" 1200p 480Hz IPS 100%sRGB 300nits

They all supports AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync, providing a smooth gaming experience without screen tearing.[20]

Audio

The Alienware m16 R1 is equipped with 2 x 2W stereo speakers[3]. The speakers deliver good audio with enough bass, but they are not enough to mask the loud fans.[21]

Connectivity

WiFi

The Alienware m16 R1 is equipped with a Killer AX1675i WiFi 6E module, providing excellent reception and connectivity.[3][22] AMD configurations come with Qualcomm WCN6856-DBS Wi-Fi 6E.[23]

Bluetooth

The Alienware m16 R1 comes with Bluetooth 5.2.[3][24]

SD Card Reader

The Alienware m16 R1 includes a full-size SD card reader.[3][25]

USB

The Alienware m16 R1 is equipped with the following USB ports[3]:

  • 2x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
  • 2x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, Thunderbolt 4, 15W Power Delivery)[26]

Display Outputs

The Alienware m16 R1 comes with the following display outputs:

  • 2 x USB-C with Thunderbolt 4
  • 1 x HDMI 2.1
  • 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1.4[27]

Case

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The Alienware m16 R1 features an anodized aluminum lid with a soft-touch plastic keyboard deck[3]. The design includes a backlit Alienware head on the lid and a light ring around the rear vents.[28] The m16 features Alienware's updated design style first seen in the x16, with a dark color and mostly unadorned style, giving it a stark, minimalist look.[29] The laptop is available in a Dark Metallic Moon finish, which gives it a stealthy look.[30]

Maintenance

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The bottom panel of the Alienware m16 R1 is held on by screws, allowing access to the RAM, SSD slots, and WiFi card for upgrades.[31]

Cooling System

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The Alienware m16 R1 is equipped with a vapor chamber cooling system and four fans to manage heat[3]. The cooling system is effective, though the laptop can get warm under light use.[32] The laptop runs extremely hot with loud fans under load, which is a trade-off for its high performance.[33]

Energy Management

Power Consumption

The Alienware m16 R1 ships with a 330 W charger[3]. The laptop consumes 19.2 W when idle and up to 80.5 W during gaming.[34]

Battery Life

The Alienware m16 R1 is equipped with an 86 Wh battery[3]. The battery life is below average, with around 3 hours of use during light tasks and 1 hour during gaming.[35] PCMag reports a battery life of 5 hours and 20 minutes during video playback tests.[36] The battery life is not a strong suit of gaming laptops, and the Alienware m16 R1 is no exception in this regard.[37]

Biometrics

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The Alienware m16 R1 supports Windows Hello face recognition with its IR-equipped webcam[3].

Software

The Alienware m16 R1 ships with Windows 11 Home but can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro[3]. The Alienware Command Center is used to control power profiles and RGB lighting.[38]

Accessories & Warranty

The Alienware m16 R1 comes with a 330 W charger. Warranty details vary by region[3].

Reviews Summary

Overall Sentiment

The Alienware m16 R1 is praised for its excellent gaming performance and premium build quality[3]. However, its large size, weight, and below-average battery life make it less suitable for everyday use or work.[39] The laptop is considered a top-end performer with a sleek build and fast display, offering a reasonable starting price and configuration options that enhance its appeal.[40] The Alienware m16 R1 is a beastly gaming laptop with 13th-generation Intel Core or AMD Ryzen 7045HX series processors and up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 graphics. It's super bulky and runs a little hot, but if you're looking for performance over portability, the m16 R1 won't disappoint.[41]

Problems Summary

  • Very large and heavy compared to most 16” laptops.
  • Gets warm under light/typical use.
  • Small trackpad.
  • Advanced Optimus can be buggy.
  • Below average battery life.
  • The laptop runs extremely hot with loud fans under load, which is a trade-off for its high performance.[42]
  • Inverted motherboard, which makes repasting harder.

Community Reception

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