Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 Alienware 16 Aurora Laptop (RTX 5060 & intel Core 7 240H) Comparison

Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 $2,799	Alienware 16 Aurora Laptop (RTX 5060 & intel Core 7 240H) $1,399	Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16IRX9H with RTX 4090
Overview
Brand
Dell	Alienware
Model
Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop (2024)	16 Aurora Laptop (AC16250)
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7
RTX 4080 Laptops \| RTX 5060 Laptops
RAM
Up to 64GB DDR5	16GB DDR5-5600MHz
64GB Laptops \| 16GB Laptops
Storage
Up to 4TB SSD	1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
4TB Laptops \| 1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, 3ms response time	16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, IPS
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Home
Weight
3.3 kg or 7.28 lbs	Approx. 2.8 kg or 6.17 lbs
Color
Dark Metallic Moon	Quantum Blue
Processor
Model
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
Cores
12 Cores	16 Cores (6 Performance + 10 Efficient)
Threads
24 Threads	22 Threads
Base Clock
3.2 GHz	2.1 GHz (Estimated)
Max Turbo Boost
5.2 GHz	Up to 5.2 GHz (Estimated)
Cache
76MB	24MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP
55W	45W (Base), Up to 115W (Turbo)
CPU
	Intel Core 7-240H Series 2
Intel Core 7-240H Series 2 Laptops
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	16 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)	2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Response Time
3ms	3ms
Panel Type
IPS	IPS-Level
Color Gamut
100% sRGB	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 500 nits	300 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
ComfortView Plus, Anti-Glare, G-Sync	NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus, ComfortView Plus (Hardware Low Blue Light)
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
VRAM
16GB GDDR6	8GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
Yes	Yes, with enhanced RT Cores
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3	Yes, DLSS 4.0 with Frame Generation & Ray Reconstruction
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus	MUX Switch, AI-Powered Tensor Cores
TGP
	140W (115W + 25W Dynamic Boost)
Benchmark Scores
	Not available (Next-generation GPU)
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
4800MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Yes, up to 64GB
Storage
Primary Storage
4TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD	1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	Second M.2 Slot Available
RAID Support
No	Yes, RAID 0/1
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro Functionality	Alienware Command Center Key
RGB Customization
Yes, via AlienFX	AlienFX Per-Key RGB Keyboard + Stadium Lighting
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	Alienware Command Center with Performance Profiles
Performance
Cooling Technology
Seven Heat Pipes and Vapor Chamber for advanced cooling	Alienware Cryo-tech Cooling with Vapor Chamber
Overclocking Support
Yes, via Alienware Command Center	Yes, via Alienware Command Center
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, Turbo	Quiet, Balanced, Performance, Overdrive
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not available (Next-generation platform)
Battery
Capacity
86Wh	90Wh
Backup Time
Up to 5 hours (varies with usage)	Up to 7 hours (light usage)
Charging Type
Fast Charging	ExpressCharge (80% in 60 minutes)
Power Adapter
330W	280W Small Form Factor (SFF) Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6	Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
5.3	5.4
Ports
1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB Type-A 3.2, 2 x USB Type-C 3.2, 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x RJ45 Ethernet, 1 x SD Card Slot, 1 x Global Headset Jack	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
Backlit Keyboard with AlienFX RGB lighting	Alienware M-Series Per-Key RGB Mechanical Keyboard (Optional)
Key Travel
1.8mm	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-gesture support	Precision Glass Touchpad
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos	Dual Stereo Speakers
Audio Enhancements
Hi-Res Audio, AI Noise Cancellation	Dolby Atmos
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Yes
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD	FHD (1080p) IR Webcam
Privacy Shutter
Yes	No
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Magnesium Alloy	Anodized Aluminum and Magnesium Alloy
Color Options
Dark Metallic Moon	Quantum Blue
RGB Lighting
Yes, AlienFX programmable lighting	Yes, AlienFX Keyboard, Logo, and Rear Stadium Ring
Dimensions
14.5 x 11.4 x 1.0 inches	Approx. 363 x 268 x 23 mm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with seven heat pipes and vapor chamber	Yes, Cryo-tech with Vapor Chamber
Software
Pre-installed Alienware Command Center for system control and customization	Alienware Command Center, Alienware Update, Dell SupportAssist
Service
	1 Year Premium Support with Onsite Service
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 330W	Yes, 280W SFF
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes	Yes
Additional Accessories
Microsoft Office Lifetime License, External CD/DVD Drive	Alienware Sticker Pack
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0	Expected Q4 2024
Status
Available	Announced / Forthcoming

Which is Better: Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 or Alienware 16 Aurora Laptop (RTX 5060 & intel Core 7 240H)?

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Advantages of Alienware 16 Aurora Laptop (RTX 5060 & intel Core 7 240H):

Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080)

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