At CES earlier in January this year, Dell unveiled the Alienware m18 R2 gaming laptop, and now it has made its way to the Indian market. This laptop is designed with powerful hardware specifically tailored to meet the demands of gamers, albeit at a steep price point. Let's delve into the comprehensive technical specifications of the m18 R2.
Dell m18 R2 Specifications and Features
The Dell m18 R2 comes with an 18-inch display featuring FHD+ resolution, a remarkable 480Hz refresh rate, and a rapid 3ms response time. Additionally, there is an alternative variant offering QHD+ resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate. Both models are equipped with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD Freesync technologies. The laptop is furnished with an FHD webcam incorporating HDR technology, Windows Hello authentication, and a dual-array microphone.
Design and Cooling System
The Alienware m18 R2 showcases Dell's Legend 3.0 industrial design, characterized by V-rail edges that enhance ergonomics. It integrates an advanced thermal management system comprising quad fans and a revamped vapour chamber for efficient cooling. Furthermore, the laptop houses an AlienFX RGB CherryMX keyboard for a customized gaming experience.
Performance and Connectivity
Internally, the Dell Alienware m18 R2 houses a cutting-edge 14th generation Intel Core i9 processor and offers a variety of GPU choices up to the GeForce RTX 4090 with 16GB of memory. Users can enjoy up to 64GB of dual-channel DDR5 RAM and up to 8TB of SSD storage. The laptop is equipped with Dell's proprietary Cryo-Tech cooling technology and is supported by a 6-cell 97WHr battery.
The m18 R2 features a plethora of connectivity ports, complemented by WiFi-7 and Bluetooth 5.4 functionalities.
Pricing and Availability
The Dell Alienware m18 R2 is priced starting from Rs 2,96,490 for the base configuration. Interested buyers can make their purchase through Dell's official website, offline stores, major retail outlets, and Amazon.
