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Updated March 22, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the Dell Latitude 5431, consider that the Alienware is designed for gaming and high-performance tasks, offering superior graphics and processing capabilities which are ideal for demanding applications, but it is heavier and may have a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Latitude is more budget-friendly, boasts longer battery life, and is lighter making it better for general business use and travel, but it won't handle intensive tasks as well as the Alienware. It's essential to weigh your need for performance against portability and cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware m16 R2
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9
6.2
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The Alienware m16 R2 has a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications where smooth and detailed visuals are crucial. In contrast, the Latitude 5431 has a less capable GPU and lower refresh rate, so while it can handle some gaming and 3D tasks, it won't perform as well or look as smooth as the Alienware.
Engineering and Design
8.4
6.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5431 is only fair.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 offers a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a superior GPU, which together with its high-quality screen, makes it ideal for demanding engineering software and graphic-intensive tasks. Meanwhile, the Dell Latitude 5431, while still capable for engineering use, trades off some performance for increased portability and may have lower operating noise, making it a more balanced choice for users who prioritize mobility and office environment suitability.
Content Creation
7.9
7.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.2
6.1
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
302.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5431 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 is ideal for general use and engineering due to its high-resolution display with a wide color gamut, ensuring crisp text and accurate colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate can be a drawback, as fast-paced visuals may not look as smooth. In contrast, the Dell Latitude 5431 offers a fair balance for general use and engineering with decent resolution and brightness, but its color range and refresh rate limitations make it less suitable for color-critical tasks and high-speed gaming.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Dell Latitude 5431 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
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell Latitude 5431 has good portability, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has very good build quality, while the Dell Latitude 5431 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,650
$950
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a price of $1,650 and the Dell Latitude 5431 costs $950.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
302.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
241.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Dell Latitude 5431 are both good for general use.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 offers a powerful CPU and RAM suitable for demanding applications and gaming with a high-quality screen, but with reduced battery life and portability due to its size and power consumption. The Dell Latitude 5431 provides a balance of CPU performance and RAM for everyday tasks, better battery life, and easier portability, while screen quality, storage, keyboard, speaker quality, operating noise, and heat management are adequate for regular use but less optimal for high-end gaming or intensive tasks.
Software Development
7.6
7.3
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Dell Latitude 5431 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 Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the Dell Latitude 5431 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Alienware m16 R2 | Dell Latitude 5431 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,650 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.8'' x 0.93'' | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.75 lbs | 3.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.33" | 12.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i5-1250P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 64 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 302 nits | 241 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Momo Tabari | January 2024
"Alienware’s m16 R2 is a solid gaming laptop that leaves much to be desired, particularly in its quest to fulfill your needs as a product for productivity. Battery life under eight hours and a dim display are both vital issues for something that will accompany you through school projects or a workday. However, the Alienware m16 R2 is an exceedingly powerful gaming laptop, consistently being one of the best in our performance tests when compared against similar products. Even then, its display is lacking color, its fans get pretty darn loud, and its speakers aren’t punchy enough to rise above that noise."
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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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