Alienware M18 with RTX 4070 Lenovo LOQ with RTX 5050 (Ryzen 7 250) Comparison

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Overview
Brand
AlienwareLenovo
Model
M18 Gaming Laptop - 2024LOQ RTX 5050 Gaming Laptop
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7
RTX 4070 Laptops | RTX 5050 Laptops
RAM
16GB DDR5-5600MHz32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 4800MHz SO-DIMM
16GB Laptops
Storage
1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD2TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
1TB Laptops | 2TB Laptops
Display
18-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 165Hz, 3ms15.6" FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Anti-Glare, 144Hz, 100%sRGB, 300 nits
Operating System
Windows 11 HomeWindows 11 Home
Weight
3.5 kg or 7.72 lbs
Color
Dark Metallic MoonGrey
Processor
CPU
Intel Core i7-14700HXAMD Ryzen 7 5800X
Intel Core i7 Laptops | AMD Ryzen 7 Laptops
Cores
16 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 8 Efficient Cores)8.0
Threads
24 Threads16.0
Base Clock
2.5 GHz3.3GHz
Max Turbo Boost
5.1 GHz5.1GHz
Cache
24MB Intel Smart Cache16MB L3 Cache
TDP
55W105W
Display
Screen Size
18 inches15.6"
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (QHD+)1920x1080
Refresh Rate
165Hz144Hz
Response Time
3ms
Panel Type
IPSIPS
Color Gamut
100% sRGB100% sRGB
Brightness
Up to 400 nits300 nits
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, NVIDIA G-SyncAnti-Glare, Non-Touch
Aspect Ratio
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050
VRAM
8GB GDDR68GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
YesSupported
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3Supported
Additional Features
MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
TGP
Benchmark Scores
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5DDR5 SO-DIMM
RAM Speed
5600MHz4800MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GBUp to 64GB (2x32GB)
Storage
Primary Storage
1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD2TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified
RAID Support
No
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro FunctionalityNumeric Keypad
RGB Customization
Yes, via AlienFX Lighting
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning
Performance
Cooling Technology
Alienware Cryo-Techâ„¢ Cooling with dual fans and vapor chamberStandard cooling with internal fans
Overclocking Support
Yes, via Alienware Command CenterSupported via BIOS/Software
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, Full SpeedBalanced, Performance, Quiet
Benchmark Scores
Not specified
Battery
Capacity
90Wh
Backup Time
Up to 6 hours (varies with usage)
Charging Type
Fast ChargingSupports fast charging; approximately 30 minutes to 50%
Power Adapter
240W65W or 100W USB-C Power Delivery compatible
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
5.3Bluetooth 5.2
Ports
1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, G-Sync), 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack3 x USB 3.2 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Type-C, 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit ChicletBacklit Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
Key Travel
1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes
Touchpad Features
Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture SupportPrecision Touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo Speakers with Alienware Sound SystemStereo speakers
Audio Enhancements
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jackYes (3.5mm combo)
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD720p HD webcam
Privacy Shutter
Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Magnesium AlloyPlastic chassis with metal lid
Color Options
Dark Metallic MoonGrey
RGB Lighting
Yes, AlienFX programmable lightingKeyboard backlit with customizable RGB
Dimensions
41.0 x 30.0 x 2.45 cm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
YesNo
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with Alienware Cryo-Techâ„¢Standard cooling system
Software
Pre-installed Alienware Command Center for system control and customizationLenovo Vantage for system management
Box Contents
Laptop
YesLenovo LOQ RTX 5050 Gaming Laptop
Power Adapter
Yes, 240W65W/100W USB-C charger
User Manual
YesIncluded
Warranty Card
YesIncluded
Additional Accessories
NonePCO Notebook Cooler
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0October 22, 2025
Status
AvailableAvailable

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