The ASUS ROG Strix G17 generally costs more and is bigger and heavier, making it less portable than the Dell Alienware x14 R1. However, it offers a larger screen, higher resolution and refresh rate, making it excellent for gaming and engineering tasks that benefit from detailed graphics. The Alienware x14 R1, while not as performant for graphics-intensive tasks, is lighter, with longer battery life and higher portability, suiting users who prioritize mobility and casual gaming. Both have significant processing power, but the ASUS has a slight edge in handling demanding applications, while the Dell is a more balanced choice for general use and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Dell Alienware x14 R1
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
7.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 excels in gaming and 3D applications due to its powerful GPU and a high screen refresh rate, which make for smoother visuals and better rendering performance. On the other hand, the Dell Alienware x14 R1, while also good for gaming and 3D with a capable GPU, offers a lower screen refresh rate which may result in less fluid motion compared to the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.2/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Alienware x14 R1 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 stands out for engineering and design use due to its high-end CPU (AMD Ryzen 9), robust GPU (Nvidia RTX 4060), and superior screen quality with a larger, high-resolution display. In contrast, the Dell Alienware x14 R1's appeal includes a powerful Intel CPU, a very capable Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and a more portable form factor along with a high-quality keyboard which can be a significant advantage for users who prioritize mobility and typing experience in their workflow.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.9/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
411.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Dell Alienware x14 R1 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
When evaluating laptops for general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G17's high resolution and bright display make it preferable, offering crisp and vivid visuals, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1, though slightly dimmer, still provides adequate clarity and color. In engineering and design tasks, both laptops' displays cover a broad range of colors, crucial for accurate work, but the ASUS's slight edge in color range can be important for detailed projects. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast on-screen action is common, the lower refresh rate of both laptops' screens can result in less smooth visuals, making neither ideal for high-end gaming performance.
Battery
3.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has 9 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$1,201
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Dell Alienware x14 R1 costs $1,201.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Dell Alienware x14 R1 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 boasts a high-powered CPU, beefy GPU, and greater storage capacity, making it super for demanding tasks and gaming, but it's heavier with a lesser battery life, affecting portability. In contrast, the Dell Alienware x14 R1, with a smaller screen and lighter weight, is more portable and has a longer battery life, suitable for on-the-go use, though it has less storage and a slightly less powerful GPU, still maintaining solid performance for general tasks.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G17 to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.7/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and ASUS ROG Strix G17 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the Dell Alienware x14 R1 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
"The Alienware X14 series is thinner, but also slower than the competition. With the X series, you get plenty of modern technology: Intel Alder Lake CPUs, GeForce RTX 3000 GPUs, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi 6E, G-Sync, and Advanced Optimus. However, the slim design has some drawbacks, just like its larger siblings. The shifted hinge position results in a very deep device with a large footprint compared to the competition."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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