Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) Comparison

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Overview
Brand
DellGIGABYTE
Model
Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop (2024)AORUS Master 16 BXH-C4USE64SH
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
RTX 4080 Laptops | RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
Up to 64GB DDR532GB DDR5-5600MHz
64GB Laptops | 32GB Laptops
Storage
Up to 4TB SSD1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
4TB Laptops | 1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, 3ms response time16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) OLED, 240Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Home
Weight
3.3 kg or 7.28 lbs2.5 kg or 5.51 lbs
Color
Dark Metallic MoonDark Tide (Black)
Processor
Model
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
Cores
12 Cores24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)
Threads
24 Threads24.0
Base Clock
3.2 GHz2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core)
Max Turbo Boost
5.2 GHzUp to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)
Cache
76MB36MB L3 Cache
TDP
55W55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 230W CPU+GPU Combined)
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) Laptops
Architecture
Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra)
Additional Features
Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), GiMATE AI agent, Embedded LLM for local AI processing, Intel vPro Technology
Display
Screen Size
16 inches16 inches (40.64 cm)
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
240Hz240Hz
Response Time
3ms0.2ms (G2G)
Panel Type
IPSOLED Display
Color Gamut
100% sRGB100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 500 nits500 nits (SDR), VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 (peak 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio)
Aspect Ratio
16:1016:10
Additional Features
ComfortView Plus, Anti-Glare, G-SyncAnti-Glare Display, G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, Pantone Validated, TÜV Rheinland Certified, Dolby Vision®
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
16GB GDDR612GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
YesYes, with 4th Gen RT Cores
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced OptimusNVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, AI-enhanced graphics and performance, 1962 AI TOPS (GPU only)
Architecture
NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
TGP
140W (Maximum Graphics Power with Dynamic Boost, up to 230W total thermal power with CPU)
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5DDR5
RAM Speed
4800MHz5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GBYes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots, 2x16GB configured for 32GB total)
Storage
Primary Storage
4TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified1 additional PCIe Gen5x4 M.2 Slot available, and 1 additional PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Slot (Total 2 M.2 slots for expansion, supports up to 4TB total storage).
RAID Support
NoYes, supports PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD in RAID 0 for higher-end configurations.
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro FunctionalityNot explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard with N-Key rollover.
RGB Customization
Yes, via AlienFXPer-Key RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector).
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuningGIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling.
Performance
Cooling Technology
Seven Heat Pipes and Vapor Chamber for advanced coolingWINDFORCE Infinity EX (Vapor Chamber, Dual 84-blade Fans, 5x High-coverage Heat Pipes, 0.1mm Thin Fins, 3D VortX Air-Channeling with 4-way outlets, Keyboard & D-cover Inlets, Icy Touch Design, 0dB Ambient Experience via GiMATE)
Overclocking Support
Yes, via Alienware Command CenterYes (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms, via GiMATE)
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, TurboDynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes available (e.g., Gaming, Creator, Silent).
Benchmark Scores
Not specifiedNot explicitly specified by Gigabyte, but expected leading performance for its class (e.g., Time Spy: ~20,377 with RTX 5080 variant, will be slightly lower for 5070 Ti).
Battery
Capacity
86Wh99Wh Li-Polymer Battery
Backup Time
Up to 5 hours (varies with usage)Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for a gaming laptop, supports long usage hours.
Charging Type
Fast ChargingFast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support (up to 100W)
Power Adapter
330W330W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2)
Bluetooth
5.35.4
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 Jack1x Thunderbolt™ 5 (Type C, DP 2.1 and PD 3.0, up to 120Gbps), 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type C, DP 1.4 and PD 3.0, up to 40Gbps), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x microSD Card Reader (UHS-II), 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1x Power-adapter port
Ethernet
RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Backlit Keyboard with AlienFX RGB lightingPer-Key RGB backlit membrane keyboard, N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting
Key Travel
1.8mm1.7mm key travel
N-Key Rollover
YesN-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-gesture supportMulti-touch trackpad with gesture control, 26% larger operating area
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos4x 2W Speakers (total 8W)
Audio Enhancements
Hi-Res Audio, AI Noise CancellationDolby Atmos®, Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Built-in Microphones, Hi-Res Audio Ready
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jackYes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack)
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHDFHD 1080p IR Camera
Privacy Shutter
YesNo
Enhancements
Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Magnesium AlloyAluminum chassis with anti-fingerprint coating
Color Options
Dark Metallic MoonDark Tide (Black)
RGB Lighting
Yes, AlienFX programmable lightingPer-Key RGB Keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector), RGB Light Bar (on some designs, common for Master series).
Dimensions
14.5 x 11.4 x 1.0 inches23.11-29.97 mm (H) x 357.12 mm (W) x 254 mm (D) / 0.91-1.18 x 14.06 x 10 inches
Additional Features
Patented 4-sided Super-slim Bezels, NIL Technology for exquisite appearance, Icy Touch Design on keyboard area.
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
YesYes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with seven heat pipes and vapor chamberYes (WINDFORCE Infinity EX with Vapor Chamber, high-density fins)
Software
Pre-installed Alienware Command Center for system control and customizationWindows 11 Home, GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent), AI Cooling, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Windows Hello.
Upgrade-Friendly Design
Expandable RAM (up to 64GB), Dual-slot PCIe SSDs (up to 4TB total).
Box Contents
Laptop
YesYes
Power Adapter
Yes, 330WYes, 330W AC Adapter
User Manual
YesYes
Warranty Card
YesYes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee
Additional Accessories
Microsoft Office Lifetime License, External CD/DVD DriveNone explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories.
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0March 2025 (Pre-orders started Feb 2025, availability from March 2025)
Status
AvailableAvailable

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