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Updated March 22, 2024·
When buying a laptop, if you are looking for a gaming laptop with a brand reputation and don't want to spend as much, the Dell Alienware m16 R2 might suit you despite being a bit bulkier and possibly having a shorter battery life. However, if you prioritize a more portable design with potentially better cooling and you're willing to invest more, the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R could be the better choice, especially if you want to engage in tasks that require extra performance, such as 3D rendering or intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware m16 R2
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
- Very good for general use
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9
8.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2, with its high-quality GPU, provides an immersive gaming experience, which is enhanced by its rapid screen refresh rate for smooth visuals. Meanwhile, the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R stands out with a top-tier GPU and even higher refresh rate, delivering fluid and crisp gameplay, though both benefit from robust CPUs and good screen quality that further bolster their performance for gaming and 3D tasks.
Software Development
7.6
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for software development, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.2
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
302.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a better screen than the Dell Alienware m16 R2 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R boast high-resolution displays with vibrant colors and brightness that make everyday tasks, web browsing, and video streaming look sharp and clear. Engineers and designers will appreciate their wide color gamuts, ensuring that their work in applications requiring color accuracy, like photo editing or CAD software, is displayed with precision. However, despite their visual strengths, both laptops lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D rendering, leaving fast-paced games looking less fluid compared to screens designed specifically for these purposes.
Build Quality
8.5
7.8
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has very good build quality, while the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,650
$2,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a price of $1,650 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R costs $2,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
302.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R to be very good for general use, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, handles everyday tasks with ease, while its screen quality makes for a vivid display, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life which may not suit those always on the move. The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R also boasts a powerful CPU and plenty of RAM, adding to it a high-quality screen and better portability with longer battery life, making it a more versatile choice for general use despite a possibly less durable keyboard and average speakers.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.7
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and Dell Alienware m16 R2 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R both offer powerful CPUs and GPUs, ample RAM, and high-quality screens which are essential for handling demanding engineering and design tasks. However, the Alienware might be less portable due to its size, and the Mech-15 could be a bit noisier under load, but both have good keyboards and speaker quality for a comfortable and immersive work experience.
Content Creation
7.9
8.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has 6.5 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
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R to have good portability, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware m16 R2 | Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,650 | $2,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.8'' x 0.93'' | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.75 lbs | 4.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.33" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 10.03" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 94 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 302 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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."
Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
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Aaron Ritchie | September 2022
"Everything considered, the XMG Neo 15 (Mech-15 G3R) with RTX 3070 Ti is a great gaming performer. The combination of the Ti graphics card with the new Intel 12th gen CPU is enough to go toe-to-toe, and even slightly pull ahead of the RTX 3080 in most titles, though on games with Ray-Tracing enabled, particularly with graphics set to the maximum and on higher resolutions, the additional VRAM of the RTX 3080 makes a big impact, and the 8GB RTX 3070 Ti machine simply can’t compete, even with the more powerful processor."
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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.
About Eluktronics
Eluktronics is a relatively new American gaming laptop company, founded in 2011. They are a reseller for the Taiwanese brand Clevo, who manufacture laptops exclusively and ship them to resellers like Eluktronics who customize them. Eluktronics laptops generally have great hardware specifications for the money, including the CPU, GPU, and RAM. They also feature a relatively clean design by gaming laptop standards, with few logos and discreet colors.
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