Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (RTX 5060 & i7 14th Gen) Comparison
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
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| Overview | ||
| Brand | ||
| Alienware | ASUS | |
| Model | ||
| 16 Aurora AC16250 | ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615JMR (e.g., G615JMR-G7161W) | |
| Graphics | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | |
| RTX 5060 Laptops | ||
| RAM | ||
| 16GB DDR5-5600MHz | 16GB DDR5-5600MHz | |
| 16GB Laptops | ||
| Storage | ||
| 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| 1TB Laptops | ||
| Display | ||
| 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) WVA, 120Hz | 16-inch FHD+ 16:10 (1920 x 1200) IPS-level, 165Hz, 3ms | |
| Operating System | ||
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | |
| Weight | ||
| Starting at 2.49 kg or 5.49 lbs | 2.65 kg or 5.84 lbs | |
| Color | ||
| Interstellar Indigo (Blue) | Eclipse Gray | |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | ||
| Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2) | Intel Core i7 Processor 14650HX | |
| Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2) Laptops | Intel Core i7 Laptops | ||
| Architecture | ||
| Meteor Lake (2nd Gen Core Ultra) | Raptor Lake (14th Gen) | |
| Cores | ||
| 10 (6 Performance-cores + 4 Efficient-cores) | 16 (8 Performance-cores + 8 Efficient-cores) | |
| Threads | ||
| 16.0 | 24.0 | |
| Base Clock | ||
| 2.5 GHz (P-cores) | 2.2 GHz | |
| Max Turbo Boost | ||
| Up to 5.2 GHz (P-cores) | Up to 5.2 GHz | |
| Cache | ||
| 24MB L3 Cache | 30MB L3 Cache | |
| TDP | ||
| 45W (Processor Base Power, Total Performance Power up to 115W CPU+GPU) | 45W (Processor Base Power, ROG Boost: 100W+15W Dynamic Boost for GPU) | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), Total processor performance up to 96 TOPS (CPU+NPU+GPU) | Intel AI Boost NPU (implied by 14th Gen HX series, specific TOPS not listed for this model) | |
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | ||
| 16 inches (40.64 cm) | 16 inches | |
| Resolution | ||
| 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | 1920 x 1200 (FHD+ WUXGA) | |
| Refresh Rate | ||
| 120Hz | 165Hz | |
| Response Time | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but generally fast for gaming WVA/IPS panels. | 3ms (G2G) | |
| Panel Type | ||
| WVA (Wide Viewing Angle), Anti-Glare | IPS-level, Anti-glare display | |
| Color Gamut | ||
| 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB | |
| Brightness | ||
| 300 nits | 300 nits | |
| Aspect Ratio | ||
| 16:10 | 16:10 | |
| Additional Features | ||
| ComfortView Plus, Low Blue Light Technology, Flicker-Free (for some configurations), 1000:1 Contrast Ratio | G-Sync, MUX Switch + NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, Support Dolby Vision HDR | |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | |
| VRAM | ||
| 8GB GDDR7 | 8GB GDDR7 | |
| Architecture | ||
| NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | |
| TGP | ||
| Up to 85W (Total Graphics Power) / Up to 115W (Total Performance Power - combined CPU+GPU) | 115W (ROG Boost: 1610MHz at 115W (1560MHz Boost Clock+50MHz OC, 100W+15W Dynamic Boost)) | |
| Ray Tracing | ||
| Yes | Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | |
| DLSS Support | ||
| Yes, DLSS 4 | Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | |
| Additional Features | ||
| NVIDIA Optimus (Dynamic Display Switch), NVIDIA Reflex 2, NVIDIA GeForce Experience | NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, MUX Switch | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM Type | ||
| DDR5-SDRAM | DDR5 | |
| RAM Speed | ||
| 5600 MT/s | 5600MHz | |
| 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) | Yes, up to 64GB (2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots, supports dual channel memory technology) | |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage | ||
| 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD | 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| Secondary Storage Options | ||
| Supports up to 2x PCIe Gen4 SSD slots (one occupied, one likely free for expansion, check exact configuration) | 1 additional M.2 PCIe slot available (2 total M.2 PCIe slots) | |
| RAID Support | ||
| Not explicitly specified | Not explicitly specified, but ASUS ROG systems often support RAID 0 on dual M.2 slots. | |
| Gaming Features | ||
| Dedicated Gaming Keys | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but Alienware keyboard layout is gaming-optimized. | Yes (dedicated hotkeys for volume, mic mute, Armoury Crate) | |
| 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). | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard 4-Zone RGB, Aura Sync | |
| Game Optimization | ||
| Alienware Command Center (for performance profiles, thermal management, AlienFX lighting), Killer Intelligence Center (for network optimization). | Armoury Crate, Scenario Profiles | |
| Performance | ||
| Cooling Technology | ||
| Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology (Dual fans, ultra-thin blades, copper heat pipes, Cryo-Chamber design optimizing airflow for core components) | ROG Intelligent Cooling, End-to-end Vapor Chamber, Sandwiched heatsink design, Tri-Fan Technology, Conductonaut Extreme Liquid Metal (on CPU & GPU), Full-Surround Vents, Full-Width Heatsink, CoolZone keyboard, Dust Filter, 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans | |
| Overclocking Support | ||
| Yes (via Alienware Command Center) | Yes (via Manual mode in Armoury Crate) | |
| Performance Modes | ||
| Available via Alienware Command Center (e.g., Performance, Balanced, Quiet) | Silent, Performance, Turbo, Manual (via Armoury Crate) | |
| Benchmark Scores | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but expected good performance for its class. | Not specified in official documentation, varies by test | |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | ||
| 96 WHr, 6-cell Lithium-ion (integrated) | 90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion | |
| Backup Time | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but designed for mobile gaming and productivity. | Not explicitly specified, but good for a powerful gaming laptop. | |
| Charging Type | ||
| Standard Charging, USB Type-C Power Delivery (up to 100W) | Standard Charging, Rapid Type-C Charging (0-50% in 30 minutes), USB-C Power Delivery (Min: 45W, Max: 100W) | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| 180W AC Power Adapter | 280W AC Adapter | |
| Connectivity | ||
| WiFi | ||
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) (MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925, 2x2, MU-MIMO) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2 | |
| Ethernet | ||
| 1GbE RJ45 Ethernet Port | 2.5G LAN (RJ45 port) | |
| Bluetooth | ||
| 5.4 | 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 | 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery (40Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC (10Gbps), 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x RJ45 LAN port, 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack | |
| Keyboard & Touchpad | ||
| Keyboard Type | ||
| Alienware White Backlit Keyboard, English US layout (Single-Zone RGB) | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard 4-Zone RGB | |
| Key Travel | ||
| Not explicitly specified | Not explicitly specified, but typical for ROG laptops | |
| N-Key Rollover | ||
| Not explicitly specified | Not explicitly specified | |
| Touchpad Features | ||
| Multi-touch gesture Premium Precision touchpad with integrated scrolling | Precision Touchpad, With Copilot key | |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | ||
| Stereo speakers (2W x 2 = 4W total) | 2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology | |
| Audio Enhancements | ||
| Realtek ALC3204 Audio Controller, Dual-array microphones | AI noise-canceling technology, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res certification (for headphone), Built-in array microphone, 5.1.2 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | |
| Dedicated Audio Jack | ||
| Yes (Universal Audio Jack) | Yes (3.5mm Combo Audio Jack) | |
| Camera | ||
| Webcam | ||
| 720p at 30 fps HD camera, Dual-array microphones | 1080P FHD IR Camera | |
| Enhancements | ||
| Not explicitly specified for AI enhancements, but some Alienware models feature AI noise cancellation. | Windows Hello support | |
| Privacy Shutter | ||
| No | Yes (though some models omit physical shutters, IR cameras often have software/e-shutters) | |
| Build & Design | ||
| Material | ||
| Anodized aluminum lid, Magnesium alloy interior frame, Durable chassis. | Plastic chassis (Eclipse Gray) | |
| Color Options | ||
| Interstellar Indigo (Blue) | Eclipse Gray | |
| RGB Lighting | ||
| Single-zone keyboard backlight, AlienFX customizable zones (e.g., Alienware logo on lid, power button) | 4-Zone RGB keyboard, Aura Sync Light Bar | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Height (peak): 22.70 mm (0.89 in) | Width: 356.98 mm (14.05 in) | Depth: 265.43 mm (10.45 in) | 35.4 x 26.8 x 2.28 ~ 3.08 cm (13.94 x 10.55 x 0.90 ~ 1.21 inches) | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Streamlined design without rear thermal shelf for portability, comfortable soft contours. | ||
| Special Features | ||
| Virtual Reality Ready | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Advanced Cooling | ||
| Yes (Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology) | Yes (Vapor Chamber, Tri-Fan, Liquid Metal) | |
| Software | ||
| Alienware Command Center, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial) | Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), McAfee (1 year), Xbox Game Pass for PC (3 months) | |
| Upgrade-Friendly Design | ||
| Two user-upgradeable DDR5 SO-DIMM memory slots, two upgradeable PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots. | Tool-less access for RAM and SSD | |
| AI PC Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU for accelerated AI workloads. | ||
| Box Contents | ||
| Laptop | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| Yes, 180W AC Adapter | Yes, 280W AC Adapter | |
| User Manual | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Warranty Card | ||
| Yes, 1-year Onsite Service | Yes, 1 Year Onsite Warranty (may vary by region, 2-year warranty sometimes offered) | |
| Additional Accessories | ||
| Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial) | Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), McAfee (1 year), Xbox Game Pass for PC (3 months), ROG backpack (may be included with some retailers) | |
| Launch Date | ||
| Release Date | ||
| June 2025 (as per current market listings, some sources indicate May 9, 2025) | June 2025 (as per current market listings) | |
| Status | ||
| Available | Available | |
Which is Better: Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H) or ASUS ROG Strix G16 (RTX 5060 & i7 14th Gen)?
Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:
Advantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (RTX 5060 & i7 14th Gen):
- Offers better Refresh Rate (165Hz vs 120Hz)
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