Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H) Comparison

Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H) $1,399	MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070	Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 10 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
Overview
Brand
Alienware
Model
16 Aurora AC16250
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
RTX 5060 Laptops
RAM
16GB DDR5-5600MHz
16GB Laptops
Storage
1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) WVA, 120Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Weight
Starting at 2.49 kg or 5.49 lbs
Color
Interstellar Indigo (Blue)
Processor
CPU
Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2)
Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2) Laptops
Architecture
Meteor Lake (2nd Gen Core Ultra)
Cores
10 (6 Performance-cores + 4 Efficient-cores)
Threads
16.0
Base Clock
2.5 GHz (P-cores)
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.2 GHz (P-cores)
Cache
24MB L3 Cache
TDP
45W (Processor Base Power, Total Performance Power up to 115W CPU+GPU)
Additional Features
Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), Total processor performance up to 96 TOPS (CPU+NPU+GPU)
Display
Screen Size
16 inches (40.64 cm)
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
120Hz
Response Time
Not explicitly specified, but generally fast for gaming WVA/IPS panels.
Panel Type
WVA (Wide Viewing Angle), Anti-Glare
Color Gamut
100% sRGB
Brightness
300 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Additional Features
ComfortView Plus, Low Blue Light Technology, Flicker-Free (for some configurations), 1000:1 Contrast Ratio
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
VRAM
8GB GDDR7
Architecture
NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
TGP
Up to 85W (Total Graphics Power) / Up to 115W (Total Performance Power - combined CPU+GPU)
Ray Tracing
Yes
DLSS Support
Yes, DLSS 4
Additional Features
NVIDIA Optimus (Dynamic Display Switch), NVIDIA Reflex 2, NVIDIA GeForce Experience
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5-SDRAM
RAM Speed
5600 MT/s
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM slots, 16GB configured often means 2x8GB, but some base configs might be 1x16GB allowing for single slot upgrade to 32GB)
Storage
Primary Storage
1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Supports up to 2x PCIe Gen4 SSD slots (one occupied, one likely free for expansion, check exact configuration)
RAID Support
Not explicitly specified
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Not explicitly specified, but Alienware keyboard layout is gaming-optimized.
RGB Customization
Alienware White Backlit Keyboard (Single-Zone RGB, based on 'White Backlit' descriptions, not per-key RGB for this config), AlienFX lighting for customizable zones (implied by Alienware Command Center).
Game Optimization
Alienware Command Center (for performance profiles, thermal management, AlienFX lighting), Killer Intelligence Center (for network optimization).
Performance
Cooling Technology
Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology (Dual fans, ultra-thin blades, copper heat pipes, Cryo-Chamber design optimizing airflow for core components)
Overclocking Support
Yes (via Alienware Command Center)
Performance Modes
Available via Alienware Command Center (e.g., Performance, Balanced, Quiet)
Benchmark Scores
Not explicitly specified, but expected good performance for its class.
Battery
Capacity
96 WHr, 6-cell Lithium-ion (integrated)
Backup Time
Not explicitly specified, but designed for mobile gaming and productivity.
Charging Type
Standard Charging, USB Type-C Power Delivery (up to 100W)
Power Adapter
180W AC Power Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) (MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925, 2x2, MU-MIMO)
Ethernet
1GbE RJ45 Ethernet Port
Bluetooth
5.4
Ports
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Type-A ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C® port with DisplayPort™ 1.4a, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C® port with Power Delivery, 1x HDMI 2.1 port with Discrete Graphics Controller Direct Output, 1x Universal Audio Jack (3.5 mm headset/microphone combo), 1x RJ45 Ethernet port, 1x Power-adapter port
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Alienware White Backlit Keyboard, English US layout (Single-Zone RGB)
Key Travel
Not explicitly specified
N-Key Rollover
Not explicitly specified
Touchpad Features
Multi-touch gesture Premium Precision touchpad with integrated scrolling
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers (2W x 2 = 4W total)
Audio Enhancements
Realtek ALC3204 Audio Controller, Dual-array microphones
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes (Universal Audio Jack)
Camera
Webcam
720p at 30 fps HD camera, Dual-array microphones
Enhancements
Not explicitly specified for AI enhancements, but some Alienware models feature AI noise cancellation.
Privacy Shutter
No
Build & Design
Material
Anodized aluminum lid, Magnesium alloy interior frame, Durable chassis.
Color Options
Interstellar Indigo (Blue)
RGB Lighting
Single-zone keyboard backlight, AlienFX customizable zones (e.g., Alienware logo on lid, power button)
Dimensions
Height (peak): 22.70 mm (0.89 in) \| Width: 356.98 mm (14.05 in) \| Depth: 265.43 mm (10.45 in)
Additional Features
Streamlined design without rear thermal shelf for portability, comfortable soft contours.
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes (Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology)
Software
Alienware Command Center, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial)
Upgrade-Friendly Design
Two user-upgradeable DDR5 SO-DIMM memory slots, two upgradeable PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots.
AI PC Features
Intel AI Boost NPU for accelerated AI workloads.
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 180W AC Adapter
User Manual
Yes
Warranty Card
Yes, 1-year Onsite Service
Additional Accessories
Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial)
Launch Date
Release Date
June 2025 (as per current market listings, some sources indicate May 9, 2025)
Status
Available

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