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Dell Alienware m18 R2 (18-inch, 2024)

Dell Alienware m18 R2 (18-inch, 2024)
alaScore 95

20 reviews

Dec, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 20 reviews of Dell Alienware m18 R2 (18-inch, 2024). The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People are impressed by the design and keyboard. The reliability and durability are also mentioned favorably, but opinions are divided on the usability. Many are less positive about the size and battery.

performance, durability, reliability, keyboard, design

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Dell Alienware m18 R2 (18-inch, 2024) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Ryan Whitwam (pcworld.com)

Alienware m18 R2 review: A gaming juggernaut with speed to spare

 

If you're looking for the ultimate gaming experience, the powerful Alienware m18 R2 will certainly deliver.

Excellent performance ; Great mechanical keyboard with Cherry switches ; Ample ports ; Solid build quality

Mediocre battery life ; Very heavy ; Low display brightness ; Slight lag when switching GPUs

The Alienware m18 R2 is a gamer’s dream with top-of-the-line specs and a huge 18-inch display. However, you’ll pay handsomely for the privilege of hauling around the best gaming hardware in a very heavy laptop form factor.

Expert review by : From: Nikolay Palaozov (laptopmedia.com)

Alienware m18 R2

 

There is no doubt that the Alienware m18 R2 is a capable gaming machine. We also like the design that easily stands out among the competition. The chassis is stable, well-built, and feels premium to the touch which corresponds to the high expectations...

Solid premium build ; Thin profile for such a form factor ; Capable thermal system ; Stable and high CPU and GPU frequencies under any kind of load ; Wide viewing angles (BOE HF1FV-NE18NZ1 (BOE0AFB; NE180QDM-NZ1)) ; Snappy pixel response times (BOE...

High price ; Heavy ; Only the RTX 4080 / 4090-based machines have four M.2 slots and a vapor chamber cooling ; Too many Gen 1 ports + the Thunderbolts connectors support just a 15W charging ; For such a pricey laptop, the 1600p display should offer...

May, 2024

Expert review by : Kyle Barr (gizmodo.com)

Alienware m18 R2 Review: A Beast of a Machine

 

The latest iteration of the Alienware m18 is power personified with its over-the-top specs, however, you're going to pay a pretty penny for the privilege.

Excellent gaming and multitasking performance ; Comfortable keyboard ; Stays surprisingly cool when gaming

Weak audio ; Dim display

Alienware m18 R2 Review It’s an absolute powerhouse with face-melting performance for both work and play that stays cool under pressure. The Alienware m18 R2 is designed with one thing in mind: power. Whether you’re crunching numbers or waves and waves...

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Andrew E. Freedman (tomshardware.com)

Alienware m18 R2 review: Big battlestation with clicky keys

 

The $50 for the mechanical keyboard is worth the splurge.

Solid build quality ; Lots of upgrade and repairability options ; Strong gaming performance ; Cherry keyboard option feels great

Display is dimmer than the competition ; Heavy, even for its size ; Touchpad feels cheap

The Alienware m18 R2 is an 18-inch laptop that's heavy even for its size, but boasts a quality chassis, tons of storage upgrade opportunities, and strong gaming performance.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by (t3.com)

Alienware M18 R2 review: luggable gaming laptop has power to spare

 

Dell's gaming laptop brand, Alienware, delivers big from this large 18-inch panel powerhouse

Shedloads of gaming performance ; Excellent screen

Large and heavy ; Fans are noisy when gaming

The Alienware M18 R2 is a big laptop in every way, with an 18-inch screen, top-of-the-line processor, and graphics, all wrapped up in a package heavy enough to break your back if you pick it up wrong. But there is no OLED or Mini LED display option,...

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv)

Alienware M18 R2 review: mothership-scale power and proportions

 

14th gen Intel internals keep this gaming great in contention. The Alienware M18 R2 still stands out on design and connectivity

Gaming performance is interstellar ; More ports than you’ll know what to do with ; Can be configured to suit a range of budgets

Screen is far from class-leading ; Toasty under load, with loud fans ; Very modest battery life

This luggable laptop gives gaming desktop PCs a run for their money. The Alienware M18 R2 doesn’t have the best screen going, but excels on connectivity and can be configured to suit many budgets

Aug, 2024

Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com.au)

Alienware M18 R2 Gaming Laptop Review: When Speed Is of the Essence

 

When you're this big, the sky's the limit.

Excellent performance for a portable ; Lots of connections ; Functional design

Heavy ; Display is just OK ; Can get loud

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv_in)

Alienware M18 R2 review: mothership-scale power and proportions

 

14th gen Intel internals keep this gaming great in contention. The Alienware M18 R2 still stands out on design and connectivity

Gaming performance is interstellar ; More ports than you’ll know what to do with ; Can be configured to suit a range of budgets

Screen is far from class-leading ; Toasty under load, with loud fans ; Very modest battery life

This luggable laptop gives gaming desktop PCs a run for their money. The Alienware M18 R2 doesn’t have the best screen going, but excels on connectivity and can be configured to suit many budgets

Aug, 2024

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