Detailed comparison and review of Alienware x17 R2 and MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.923 cm x 29.957 cm x 2.09 cm | 35.58 cm x 25.97 cm x 1.995 cm |
| Weight | 2.99 kg | 1.99 kg |
| Case Material | - | Magnesium-aluminum alloy |
| Colour | Lunar light | Star blue |
| DISPLAY | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 16" |
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| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 127 | - |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 480 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 0.2 mm pixel pitch | IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900HK / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | 14-core |
| Cache | L3 - 24 MB | L3 - 24 MB |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 5200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 5200 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
| STORAGE | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Video Memory | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA G-SYNC, AMD FreeSync, Advanced Optimus | Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Studio Drivers |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) | Yes - 1080p |
| Resolution | 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) | - |
| Camera Features | IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees | Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS | - |
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, four woofers, microphone |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3281 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
| Audio Features | - | Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Killer Ethernet E3100G | Killer E3100 |
| BATTERY | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 87 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 19.5 V | 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A |
| INPUT | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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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, Per-Key illumination | Precision touchpad, per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Slots | - | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | HDMI Mini DisplayPort 1.4 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) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) LAN (RJ-45) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
LAN HDMI 2.1 (8K support) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial) | MSI APP Player, MSI Center |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | - | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Features | AlienFX Lighting Zones, retail packaging | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, Meta Ready |
| Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | - |
| Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | - | 011UK |
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