{"id":252344,"date":"2023-08-06T12:04:56","date_gmt":"2023-08-06T16:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gamertweak.com\/?p=252344"},"modified":"2024-02-28T11:06:58","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T16:06:58","slug":"alienware-x16-r1-i7-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gamertweak.com\/alienware-x16-r1-i7-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Alienware x16 R1 Core i7 Gaming Laptop Review"},"content":{"rendered":"
Alienware x16 R1 series introduces a new edition powered by 13th Gen Intel Core i7 CPU. The same variant has an i9-13900 HK CPU Model followed by similar specs. Thanks to Dell for providing us with this new variant that effectively touts a seamless gaming performance at 2k resolution. However Alienware x16 R1 Core i7 variant still holds enough power to deliver gaming at 4K resolution but with some hiccups. This is what this review is all about, in short for buyers who have lined up an Alienware gaming laptop in their shopping list then do read till the end.<\/p>\n
Alienware x16 R1 Core i7 Specs & Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Hardware:<\/strong><\/p>\n The Alienware x16 R1 model tested by us comes in Lunar Silver color with Alienware LED branding on the back. This adds a serious look to the laptop, which makes the model specifically stand out as unique, as it’s a premium piece of machine. On the front side, there is a 16-inch QHD display that produces a max resolution of 2560×1600 @240Hz. Below is AlienFX RGB Backlit CherryMX mechanical gaming keyboard. Due to the small form factor, there are no separate numerical keys. Gaming is smooth on the keyboard and backlit does add vibrant looks to the entire model.<\/p>\n Below the keyboard is the RGB Touchpad, it stays in sleep mode and triggers on touch. This multi-touch gesture touchpad features LED AlienFX Lightning. All connectivity ports sit on the backside which makes it much easier to use on a Desk setup. Here is a list of all connectivity ports.<\/p>\n Alienware x16 R1 does not come with a LAN port but Dell provides a Type-C to LAN Adapter. There is nothing on the right and left side. Speakers sit on the front above the keypad and they are loud enough for gaming. Anyone sitting around 3 to 4 feet away from the system can enjoy loud audio.<\/p>\n Overall Alienware x16 R1 has a premium look with a gaming touch. It is an attractive machine and the light-dark color combination makes it look amazing. Opening the lid is effortless, there are strong and stable hinges holding the screen. It would be correct to say it is a slim model but holds the power of a high-end gaming machine.<\/p>\n In our test, Alienware x16 R1 Core i7 variant is powerful enough to deliver seamless gaming performance at 1080p and 1440p. Pushing it to 4K is still possible, yet the system gets hot soon and the fan noise is loud. With DLSS On, graphics are crisp and life-like. Thanks to the RTX 4080 12GB that can easily take load of any DLSS support video game at their max graphic settings. But still, the performance varies as the resolution changes. For example, games like Forza Horizon 5 do not budge at 1080p or 2K resolution. On 4K with screen recording on the game, lags are visible at the start. Later when everything is loaded there are no artifacts and lagging issues.<\/p>\n A common problem at 4K is heat and low ram warning with all possible settings on. Our test shows the Alienware x16 R1 Core i7 variant is good enough to handle 2K gaming at the dual screen. On battery, the overall gaming is good but with a power cord attached. On battery, it is not fair to expect long hours of gameplay. Here are some of our tests played on different resolutions for different games. All games were tested with DLSS On.<\/p>\n 1920\u00d71080 Gaming Test:<\/strong><\/p>\n 2560\u00d71440 Gaming Test:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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