Alienware m17 R5 (R9 6900HX, RX 6850M XT)
Specifications
m17 R5 (m17 Series)
Processor
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX 8 x 3.3 - 4.9 GHz, Rembrandt-H (Zen 3+)
Graphics adapter
AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT - 12 GB VRAM, Core: 2419 MHz, RAM: 2250 MHz
Memory
32 GB
, 2x 16 GB SK Hynix DDR5-4800
Display
17.00 inch 16:9, 3840 x 2160 pixel 255 PPI, AU Optronics AUODBA3, IPS, AMD FreeSync, glossy: no, 120 Hz
Mainboard
AMD Promontory/Bixby FCH
Storage
SSSTC CA6-8D1024, 1024 GB
, 960 GB free
Soundcard
AMD Zen - Audio Processor - HD Audio Controller
Connections
3 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: Headset
Networking
Realtek RTL8125 2.5GBe Family Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000/2500MBit/s), MediaTek MT7921 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.2
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 26.7 x 397.3 x 298.71 ( = 1.05 x 15.64 x 11.76 in)
Battery
97 Wh Lithium-Ion
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 11 Home
Camera
Webcam: 720p
Primary Camera: 1 MPix
Primary Camera: 1 MPix
Additional features
Speakers: Stereo Speakers 2x 2,5 W, Keyboard: Alienware RGB AlienFX per key mSeries, Keyboard Light: yes, 12 Months Warranty, Premium Support and Onsite Service
Weight
3.384 kg ( = 119.37 oz / 7.46 pounds), Power Supply: 994 g ( = 35.06 oz / 2.19 pounds)
Price
3599 Euro
Price comparison
Average Score:
Average of 2 scores (from 1 reviews)
Average of 2 scores (from 1 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 95%, features: 59%, display: 87% mobility: 58%, workmanship: 85%, ergonomy: 87%, emissions: 83%
Reviews for the Alienware m17 R5 (R9 6900HX, RX 6850M XT)
Alienware m17 R5 laptop review: All-AMD gamer with great potential, but driver problems | Notebookcheck
In the new m17 R5, Dell bets fully on AMD, both for the processor (Ryzen 9 6900HX) and the graphics card (Radeon RX 6850M XT). We take a look at whether the components work well together in the 17-inch gamer and whether the AMD combo can stand up to its Intel/Nvidia rivals.
In the new m17 R5, Dell bets fully on AMD, both for the processor (Ryzen 9 6900HX) and the graphics card (Radeon RX 6850M XT). We take a look at whether the components work well together in the 17-inch gamer and whether the AMD combo can stand up to its Intel/Nvidia rivals.
Alienware m17 R5 review
Source: Tom's Guide
The Alienware m17 R5 is not an all-around great laptop if you plan to use it for productivity. It's too big and loud to take anywhere, and the disappointing battery life means you'll always have to be plugged in. Combined with a touchpad that's too close to the keyboard, I don't recommend this laptop for work. But this is a gaming laptop, and it doesn't disappoint when it comes to that task. The m17 R5 can play any game in your library, even newer GPU-intensive games, but there are some caveats. Though the 4K display is great for streaming content, don't expect to play many games at that native resolution since the internal specs aren't powerful enough to produce a consistent 60 fps in demanding games.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/01/2023
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Tom's Guide
The Alienware m17 R5 is not an all-around great laptop if you plan to use it for productivity. It's too big and loud to take anywhere, and the disappointing battery life means you'll always have to be plugged in. Combined with a touchpad that's too close to the keyboard, I don't recommend this laptop for work. But this is a gaming laptop, and it doesn't disappoint when it comes to that task. The m17 R5 can play any game in your library, even newer GPU-intensive games, but there are some caveats. Though the 4K display is great for streaming content, don't expect to play many games at that native resolution since the internal specs aren't powerful enough to produce a consistent 60 fps in demanding games.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/01/2023
Rating: Total score: 70%
Comment
AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT: High-end mobile graphics card based on a Navi 22 chip (new RDNA2 architecture) and manufactured in the modern 7nm process. Offers 2,560 cores (40 CUs) and using 12 GB GDDR6 graphics memory. The game clock is specified at 2.463 GHz at 135-165 Watt TDP.
With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
R9 6900HX: Mobile Octa-Core APU using Zen 3+ cores clocked at 3.3 to 4.9 GHz and a RDNA2 graphics adapter with 12 CUs clocked at up to 2,400 MHz. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
