Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) Comparison
HP Omen MAX 16 (RTX 5070 & Ryzen AI 9 HX 375)
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| Overview | ||
| Brand | ||
| MSI | GIGABYTE | |
| Model | ||
| Katana 15 HX B14WGK-016US | AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH | |
| Graphics | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
| RTX 5070 Laptops | ||
| RAM | ||
| 32GB DDR5-5600MHz | 32GB DDR5-5600MHz | |
| 32GB Laptops | ||
| Storage | ||
| 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| 1TB Laptops | 2TB Laptops | ||
| Display | ||
| 15.6-inch QHD (2560x1440) IPS-Level, 165Hz | 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz | |
| Operating System | ||
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | |
| Weight | ||
| 2.4 kg or 5.29 lbs | 2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs | |
| Color | ||
| Black | Gray Tide | |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | ||
| Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) | |
| Intel Core i9 Laptops | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) Laptops | ||
| Architecture | ||
| Raptor Lake (14th Gen) | Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra) | |
| Cores | ||
| 24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores) | 24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores) | |
| Threads | ||
| 32.0 | 24.0 | |
| Base Clock | ||
| 2.2 GHz (P-core base), 1.6 GHz (E-core base) | 2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core) | |
| Max Turbo Boost | ||
| Up to 5.8 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency) | Up to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency) | |
| Cache | ||
| 36MB L3 Cache | 36MB L3 Cache | |
| TDP | ||
| 55W (Processor Base Power, Max Turbo Power up to 157W, Total System Power up to 115W GPU + CPU Power Share) | 55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 170W CPU+GPU) | |
| Additional Features | ||
| MSI AI Engine for AI-Powered computing experience, Copilot Key integrated in keyboard. | Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), GiMATE AI agent, Embedded LLM for local AI processing. | |
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | ||
| 15.6 inches | 16 inches (40.64 cm) | |
| Resolution | ||
| 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | |
| Refresh Rate | ||
| 165Hz | 165Hz | |
| Response Time | ||
| 2.5ms | 3ms | |
| Panel Type | ||
| IPS-Level, Anti-Glare | IPS Display, Anti-Glare | |
| Color Gamut | ||
| 100% DCI-P3 (Typical) | 100% sRGB | |
| Brightness | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but typically around 300-350 nits for QHD IPS-level gaming panels. | 400 nits (typical) | |
| Aspect Ratio | ||
| 16:9 | 16:10 | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Discrete Graphics Mode (MUX Design) for optimal performance. | G-SYNC, Low Blue Light technology, Flicker-Free certified, 4-sided Super-slim Bezels (3mm) | |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
| VRAM | ||
| 8GB GDDR7 | 8GB GDDR7 | |
| Architecture | ||
| NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | |
| TGP | ||
| 115W (Maximum Graphics Power with Dynamic Boost, Boost Clock up to 2347MHz) | 115W (Max TGP with Dynamic Boost) | |
| Ray Tracing | ||
| Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | |
| DLSS Support | ||
| Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, Max-Q technologies, powers advanced AI with 798 AI TOPS. | NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, 798 AI TOPS (GPU only) | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM Type | ||
| DDR5 | DDR5 | |
| RAM Speed | ||
| 5600MHz | 5600MHz | |
| Expandable Memory | ||
| Yes, up to 96GB (2 Slots, 32GB*2 configured for 32GB total) | Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots) | |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage | ||
| 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| Secondary Storage Options | ||
| 1x M.2 SSD slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4) - occupied by 1TB SSD. No additional empty slot without replacing. | 1 additional PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Slot available (Total 2x M.2 slots), supports up to 4TB total storage. | |
| RAID Support | ||
| Not specified | Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations. | |
| Gaming Features | ||
| Dedicated Gaming Keys | ||
| Yes (lighted WASD, specially-designed keycaps) | Not explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard. | |
| RGB Customization | ||
| 4-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key | 3-zone RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector). | |
| Game Optimization | ||
| MSI Center (with AI Engine), MSI App Player | GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling. | |
| Performance | ||
| Cooling Technology | ||
| Cooler Boost 5 Technology (CPU & GPU Share-pipe Design, 2 Fans, 5 Heat Pipes) | WINDFORCE Infinity (Dual 84-blade Fans, 5x High-coverage Heat Pipes, 0.1mm Thin Fins, 3D VortX Air-Channeling with 4-way outlets, Keyboard & D-cover Inlets, Icy Touch Design, 0dB Ambient Experience via GiMATE) | |
| Overclocking Support | ||
| Yes (via MSI Center) | Yes (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms) | |
| Performance Modes | ||
| Available via MSI Center (e.g., Extreme Performance, Silent) | Dynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes likely available. | |
| Benchmark Scores | ||
| Not explicitly specified in official documentation, but expected strong performance for its class. | Not explicitly specified by Gigabyte. | |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | ||
| 75Whr, 4-cell Li-Polymer | 99Wh Battery Capacity | |
| Backup Time | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but general gaming laptop battery life. | Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for gaming laptop. | |
| Charging Type | ||
| Standard Charging, Power Delivery 3.0 (supports 100W PD charging via Type-C) | Fast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support. | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| 240W AC Adapter | 240W AC Adapter | |
| Connectivity | ||
| WiFi | ||
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2) | |
| Ethernet | ||
| Gigabit LAN (RJ45) | RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | |
| Bluetooth | ||
| 5.3 | 5.4 | |
| Ports | ||
| 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (DisplayPort™ / Power Delivery 3.0), 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI™ 2.1 (8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz), 1x RJ45, 1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack, 1x DC-in | 1x Thunderbolt™ 5 (Type C, DP 2.1 and PD 3.0), 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type C, DP 1.4 and PD 3.0), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x microSD Card Reader, 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1x Power-adapter port | |
| Keyboard & Touchpad | ||
| Keyboard Type | ||
| 4-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key | 3-zone RGB backlit membrane keyboard with N-Key rollover | |
| Key Travel | ||
| 1.7mm Key Travel | 1.7mm key travel | |
| N-Key Rollover | ||
| Anti-Ghost Key (implied N-Key rollover capability) | N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting | |
| Touchpad Features | ||
| 31% Larger Touchpad (compared to previous generation), Multi-touch | Multi-touch trackpad with gesture control, 26% larger operating area | |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | ||
| 2x 2W Speakers | 2x 2W Speakers | |
| Audio Enhancements | ||
| Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer, Hi-Res Audio Ready | Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Built-in Microphones | |
| Dedicated Audio Jack | ||
| Yes (1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack) | Yes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack) | |
| Camera | ||
| Webcam | ||
| HD type (30fps@720p) | FHD 1080p IR Camera | |
| Enhancements | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but generally basic. | Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in | |
| Privacy Shutter | ||
| No | No | |
| Build & Design | ||
| Material | ||
| Plastic chassis (Black) | Chassis details not fully specified, but a sleek design with iridescent logo. | |
| Color Options | ||
| Black | Gray Tide | |
| RGB Lighting | ||
| 4-Zone RGB Keyboard | 3-zone RGB Keyboard, Iridescent Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector) | |
| Dimensions | ||
| 359 x 262 x 25.5 mm (14.13" x 10.31" x 0.99") | 26 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D) / 1.02 x 14.05 x 10 inches | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Patented 4-sided Super-slim Bezels, Icy Touch Design on keyboard area. | ||
| Special Features | ||
| Virtual Reality Ready | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Advanced Cooling | ||
| Yes (Cooler Boost 5 with Share Pipe Design) | Yes (WINDFORCE Infinity with Vapor Chamber, high-density fins) | |
| Software | ||
| MSI Center, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), AI Engine, MSI App Player | Windows 11 Home, GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent), AI Cooling, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Windows Hello. | |
| Upgrade-Friendly Design | ||
| Up to 96GB RAM (2 slots), 1x M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4 slot (already populated with 1TB) | Expandable RAM (up to 64GB), Dual-slot PCIe 4.0 SSDs (up to 4TB). | |
| AI PC Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU, GIGABYTE GiMATE AI Agent, Embedded LLM for AI tasks. | ||
| Box Contents | ||
| Laptop | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| Yes, 240W AC Adapter | Yes, 240W AC Adapter | |
| User Manual | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Warranty Card | ||
| Yes, 3-Year Limited Warranty (may vary by region) | Yes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee | |
| Additional Accessories | ||
| Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime) | None explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories. | |
| Launch Date | ||
| Release Date | ||
| July 2025 (as per current market listings) | 2025 (model year, available from Q2/Q3 2025) | |
| Status | ||
| Available | Available | |
Which is Better: Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) or GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)?
Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:
Advantages of Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX):
- Offers better Weight (2.4 kg or 5.29 lbs vs 2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
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