In depth comparison and review of MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) and Alienware x16 R1. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm | 36.481 cm x 28.998 cm x 1.857 cm |
| Weight | 2.49 kg | 2.72 kg |
| Colour | Lunar grey | Lunar silver |
| DISPLAY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Screen Size (Type) | 17" | 16" |
|---|---|---|
| Touchscreen | Yes | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | - |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | - | 188.7 |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | - |
| Image Brightness | - | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Features | Ultra Slim Design, Factory Calibration, MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 9 ms response rate, 3ms (grey-to-grey) response rate (Overdrive), Dell ComfortView Plus, 12 ms response rate (max), 7 ms (grey-to-grey) response rate (without overdrive), 0.134 mm pixel pitch |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| MEMORY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
|---|---|---|
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 6000 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 6000 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | - |
| Slots Qty | 2 | - |
| STORAGE | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
|---|
| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 1920 x 1080 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) |
| Resolution | - | 2.07 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) |
| Camera Features | - | IR/RGB camera, 80 degrees, 86.6 degrees (IR camera) |
| Image Sensor Type | - | CMOS |
| Video Resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360 |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Four speakers, microphone | Six speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3281 |
| Compliant Standards | DTS Sound | High Definition Audio |
| Audio Features | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i | M.2 2230 |
| BATTERY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Technology | 4-cell | 6-cell Lithium Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | - |
| Battery Weight | - | 330 g |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| Output | - | 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A |
| INPUT | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
|---|---|---|
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Interfaces | Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery) |
HDMI 2.1 USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) Headphone/microphone combo jack Mini DisplayPort |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|---|
| Software Included | - | Alienware Command Center |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Alienware x16 R1 |
|---|
| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
|---|---|---|
| Features | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology | ExpressCharge, ExpressChargeBoost |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | 0 °C |
| Humidity Range Operating | - | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |
| Model Number | 099UK | - |
cs
sk
de
it
es
fr
hu
pt
ru
pl
br
ro
