Alienware 16 Aurora Laptop (RTX 5060 & intel Core 7 240H) Comparison

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Overview
Brand
Alienware
Model
16 Aurora Laptop (AC16250)
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7
RTX 5060 Laptops
RAM
16GB DDR5-5600MHz
16GB Laptops
Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, IPS
Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Weight
Approx. 2.8 kg or 6.17 lbs
Color
Quantum Blue
Processor
CPU
Intel Core 7-240H Series 2
Intel Core 7-240H Series 2 Laptops
Cores
16 Cores (6 Performance + 10 Efficient)
Threads
22 Threads
Base Clock
2.1 GHz (Estimated)
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.2 GHz (Estimated)
Cache
24MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP
45W (Base), Up to 115W (Turbo)
Display
Screen Size
16 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
240Hz
Response Time
3ms
Panel Type
IPS-Level
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3
Brightness
300 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Additional Features
NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus, ComfortView Plus (Hardware Low Blue Light)
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
VRAM
8GB GDDR7
TGP
140W (115W + 25W Dynamic Boost)
Ray Tracing
Yes, with enhanced RT Cores
DLSS Support
Yes, DLSS 4.0 with Frame Generation & Ray Reconstruction
Benchmark Scores
Not available (Next-generation GPU)
Additional Features
MUX Switch, AI-Powered Tensor Cores
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB
Storage
Primary Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Second M.2 Slot Available
RAID Support
Yes, RAID 0/1
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Alienware Command Center Key
RGB Customization
AlienFX Per-Key RGB Keyboard + Stadium Lighting
Game Optimization
Alienware Command Center with Performance Profiles
Performance
Cooling Technology
Alienware Cryo-tech Cooling with Vapor Chamber
Overclocking Support
Yes, via Alienware Command Center
Performance Modes
Quiet, Balanced, Performance, Overdrive
Benchmark Scores
Not available (Next-generation platform)
Battery
Capacity
90Wh
Backup Time
Up to 7 hours (light usage)
Charging Type
ExpressCharge (80% in 60 minutes)
Power Adapter
280W Small Form Factor (SFF) Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
5.4
Ports
1 x Thunderbolt 5 (Type-C with DisplayPort & Power Delivery), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (with DisplayPort), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (one with PowerShare), 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Global Headset Jack, 1 x MicroSD Card Reader
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Alienware M-Series Per-Key RGB Mechanical Keyboard (Optional)
Key Travel
1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision Glass Touchpad
Audio
Speakers
Dual Stereo Speakers
Audio Enhancements
Dolby Atmos
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes
Camera
Webcam
FHD (1080p) IR Webcam
Privacy Shutter
No
Build & Design
Material
Anodized Aluminum and Magnesium Alloy
Color Options
Quantum Blue
RGB Lighting
Yes, AlienFX Keyboard, Logo, and Rear Stadium Ring
Dimensions
Approx. 363 x 268 x 23 mm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, Cryo-tech with Vapor Chamber
Software
Alienware Command Center, Alienware Update, Dell SupportAssist
Service
1 Year Premium Support with Onsite Service
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 280W SFF
User Manual
Yes
Warranty Card
Yes
Additional Accessories
Alienware Sticker Pack
Launch Date
Release Date
Expected Q4 2024
Status
Announced / Forthcoming

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