Alienware’s design framework, dubbed Legend, is now stepping into its third update of function and design elements that aim to enhance “interactivity and convenience – all while enabling higher performing technology.” The new laptops represent a shift from Alienware, which typically focuses on 15-inch and 17-inch screen sizes. Alienware says it’s now able to deliver devices with 16-inch and 18-inch screen sizes thanks to improvements in thermal technologies. Also: The best gaming laptops All new Alienware gaming laptops received a list of new features, including taller 16:10 displays, technology to decrease blue light emissions without compromising picture quality, a higher resolution webcam, and a new design to enhance the laptop’s airflow.
M Series
Alienware’s m18 is the “most powerful laptop,” thanks to 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPUs, AMD Ryzen Processors, and Radeon Graphics. New thermal improvements increase the laptop’s airflow by 25% and thermal capacity by 35%, allowing for improved cooling to elevate the laptop’s power to 250W. According to Dell, the m16 provides similar performance and enhanced technologies in a more compact build.
X Series
The premium x16 laptop comes with six speakers, a 16:10 display, 100 micro LEDs, new AlienFX Loop and Rainbow lightning mods, and a larger touchpad. Dell says the x16 is superior to the x17 in “almost every way.” Alienware’s X series laptops include 13th Gen Intel Core HX processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPUs, and next-gen AMD tech for mobile. Alienware’s x14 received a revamp this year, and the new model is called the x14 R2. Its display has 97% more pixels than its predecessor, comes with USB-C universal charging, and is equipped with updated thermal technology. Also: Nvidia’s GeForce Now gaming service is coming to cars to make rides more entertaining
G Series
Dell’s G15 and G16 laptops will be available in an array of metallic colorways as the company aims to promote the G Series laptops to a younger audience. Both laptops include G-mode and macro keys, and each laptop has different zone keyboard options to match the user’s aesthetic. Dell’s G15 and G16 laptops are built for graphic-intense gameplay, as they’re run by updated Intel, AMD, and Nvidia processors. Both G Series laptops are furnished with Alienware’s revamped command center.
An all-new interface
Alienware’s gaming interface, Alienware Command Center, experienced a complete overhaul this year. It boasts an entirely new framework and a new design for enhanced user experience. The Alienware Command Center is an all-in-one dashboard where users can access game-specific settings that dictate their gaming experience. Dell claims the Alienware Command Center is easier to use and will improve the user’s gaming performance.
