If you're on a tighter budget and looking for a balance between cost and gaming capabilities, the Dell Alienware m16 R2 offers a solid choice and can handle most modern games well, though the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i typically has higher-end hardware that can provide better performance for the most demanding games or creative tasks, but it does come at a higher price and may be heavier to carry around. Keep in mind that the longevity of your laptop might be worth the initial investment if you need top-notch performance for longer periods without worrying about an upgrade. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware m16 R2
Good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Excellent for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
8.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
302.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for general use, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good.
If you prioritize performance and display quality for activities like gaming or multimedia work, the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i with its superior CPU and RAM will excel, though this may come with tradeoffs in battery life and portability due to its powerful components. On the other hand, the Dell Alienware m16 R2 offers a well-rounded experience for general use, potentially offering better battery life and easier transport, but may not match the high-end screen and processing power found in the Lenovo.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a high-quality GPU and fast screen refresh rate that deliver smooth performance for gaming and 3D applications, but the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i surpasses it with an even more powerful GPU and comparable refresh rate, giving it an edge for intense graphical tasks. While both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the Legion Pro 7i's superior GPU makes it better suited for the most demanding gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
9.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for engineering and design, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is very good.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 provides powerful processing, ample memory, and a high-quality graphics card alongside a good screen, making it suitable for engineering tasks that require strong computing performance; however, the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i edges out with possibly superior CPU, RAM, and GPU specs, offering even better performance for demanding design programs. Both laptops are less portable due to their built and might be louder under heavy use, but they feature quality keyboards for comfortable typing and decent speakers, with the Alienware potentially having a slight advantage in screen quality for sharper visuals.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is 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.
Software Development
7.6/10
8.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 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
8.2/10
8.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
302.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a better screen than the Dell Alienware m16 R2 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Lenovo Legion Pro 7i offer panels with high resolution and brightness, which enhance clarity and visibility for general computing, making text crisp and images vibrant. Both laptops have screens that cover a wide range of color gamuts, essential for engineering and design work where accurate color reproduction is critical for tasks like photo editing or CAD. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the importance of a high refresh rate for smooth motion is not met by these laptops, leading to less fluid visuals in fast-paced games or interactive 3D environments.
Cost
$1,650
$2,499
$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 Lenovo Legion Pro 7i costs $2,499.
"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."
"Passionate gamers who want to play demanding modern titles with maximum details and don't mind spending the moolah will find the Lenovo Legion 7 Pro to be the right choice. The bright, sharp, and color-accurate 16:10 QHD 240 Hz display makes for an immersive viewing experience. The hardware is housed in a stylish chassis that feels premium and scores well in terms of workmanship and stability. Other aspects such as sound quality, input devices, and connectivity also seem to be near-perfect."
Get a great deal on the Dell Alienware m16 R2 or the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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