Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) Comparison

Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 $2,799	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) $5,499	MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
Overview
Brand
Dell	ASUS
Model
Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop (2024)	ROG Strix Scar 18 G835
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA RTX 5090
RTX 4080 Laptops \| RTX 5090 Laptops
RAM
Up to 64GB DDR5	64GB DDR5
64GB Laptops
Storage
Up to 4TB SSD	2TB SSD
4TB Laptops \| 2TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, 3ms response time	18" WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 16:10, Mini LED, Anti-glare, 100% DCI-P3, 240Hz, 3ms
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro
Weight
3.3 kg or 7.28 lbs	2.9 kg (6.39 lbs)
Color
Dark Metallic Moon	Obsidian Black
Processor
Model
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
Cores
12 Cores	24.0
Threads
24 Threads	24.0
Base Clock
3.2 GHz	2.10GHz
Max Turbo Boost
5.2 GHz	5.40GHz
Cache
76MB	36MB L3 Cache
TDP
55W	80W
CPU
	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	18 Inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)	2560x1600
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Response Time
3ms	3ms
Panel Type
IPS	Mini LED
Color Gamut
100% sRGB	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 500 nits	500 nits (typical)
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
ComfortView Plus, Anti-Glare, G-Sync	Anti-glare
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
VRAM
16GB GDDR6	24GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
Yes	Supported
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3	Supported
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus	Advanced cooling for GPU, DLSS 3.0
TGP
	175W
Benchmark Scores
	3DMark Time Spy: 35,000+
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
4800MHz	5600 MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Up to 8TB PCIe M.2 SSD (both upgradable)
Storage
Primary Storage
4TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD	2TB SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	Up to 8TB PCIe M.2 SSD
RAID Support
No	Yes
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro Functionality	RGB Backlit Keyboard (Fn+F2&F3), Numeric Keypad
RGB Customization
Yes, via AlienFX	Yes
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	Optimized for AAA titles with ROG Gaming Center
Performance
Cooling Technology
Seven Heat Pipes and Vapor Chamber for advanced cooling	Liquid Metal Thermal Compound, ROG Intelligent Cooling
Overclocking Support
Yes, via Alienware Command Center	Yes, via Armoury Crate
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, Turbo	Silent, Performance, Turbo
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	3DMark Time Spy: 35,000+
Battery
Capacity
86Wh	90Wh
Backup Time
Up to 5 hours (varies with usage)	Up to 2 hours under gaming load
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Fast Charging, USB-C Power Delivery
Power Adapter
330W	330W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6	Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
5.3	Bluetooth 5.3
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	2 x Thunderbolt 5, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x RJ-45, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Backlit Keyboard with AlienFX RGB lighting	RGB Backlit Mechanical Keyboard
Key Travel
1.8mm	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-gesture support	Large glass touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos	Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
Audio Enhancements
Hi-Res Audio, AI Noise Cancellation	ROG AudioWizard, DTS:X Ultra
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Headphone/Microphone Combo
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD	IR Camera with Windows Hello support
Privacy Shutter
Yes	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Magnesium Alloy	Aluminum chassis with magnesium alloy lid
Color Options
Dark Metallic Moon	Obsidian Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, AlienFX programmable lighting	Full-surround Aura RGB lighting
Dimensions
14.5 x 11.4 x 1.0 inches	410 x 290 x 25 mm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with seven heat pipes and vapor chamber	Yes, with vapor chamber and liquid metal
Software
Pre-installed Alienware Command Center for system control and customization	ROG Armoury Crate, GameFirst VI
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835
Power Adapter
Yes, 330W	330W AC Adapter
User Manual
Yes	Included
Warranty Card
Yes	Included
Additional Accessories
Microsoft Office Lifetime License, External CD/DVD Drive	PCO Notebook Folding Radiator, Laptop Cooler
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0	June 5, 2025
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 or ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX)?

Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:

Advantages of ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX):

Offers better Weight (2.9 kg (6.39 lbs) vs 3.3 kg or 7.28 lbs)
Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080)

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