Side by side comparison and review of Alienware M15 and Alienware x14. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36.25 cm x 27.5 cm x 1.999 cm | 32.15 cm x 26.277 cm x 1.45 cm |
Weight | 2.2 kg | 1.79 kg |
Colour | Epic silver | Lunar light |
DISPLAY | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - IPS | 14" |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 141 | 157 |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 72% | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.179 mm pixel pitch | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 7 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dell ComfortView Plus, Dolby Vision, 0.1725 mm pixel pitch |
PROCESSOR | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.1 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 6-core | 12-core |
Cache | 9 MB | L3 - 18 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | - |
Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
MEMORY | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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RAM | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 2666 MHz | - |
Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | - |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | - |
Slots Qty | 2 | - |
Empty Slots | 1 | - |
STORAGE | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
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Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | - | NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus |
Gaming | - | Yes |
Camera | Yes - Full HD | Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) |
Resolution | 2 Megapixel | 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) |
Camera Features | 74.9 degrees | IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees |
Image Sensor Type | - | CMOS |
Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3281-CG | Realtek ALC3281-CG |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wireless-AC 1550 - M.2 Card | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
Ethernet Controller | Killer Ethernet E2500 | - |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 6-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 60 Wh | 80 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 19.5 V | 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V |
INPUT | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, 4-zone illumination | Multi-gesture touch pad, N-key rollover, precision glass touchpad, 1 RGB zone |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare) USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI Mini DisplayPort Graphics Amplifier Port Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN |
HDMI 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
SOFTWARE | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | - | Alienware Command Center |
MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware M15 | Alienware x14 |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
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Security Slot Type | Noble Wedge security slot | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | - | Alienware Battery Defender technology |
Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | 35 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | 0 °C |
Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 15 months | - |