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Updated March 22, 2024·
If performance in gaming or resource-intensive tasks is a priority, and you're okay with a heavier and bulkier laptop with potentially shorter battery life, the Alienware could be suitable for you despite its higher cost. On the other hand, if you value a lightweight and highly portable laptop with longer battery life for everyday tasks, and are willing to compromise on high-end performance, the LG Gram is a strong consideration, usually at a lower price than the Alienware. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware m16 R2
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Gram 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.9
8.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
302.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2, with high-performance CPU and RAM, excels in intensive tasks but is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than the LG Gram 17, which offers a balance of good screen quality, lighter weight, and longer battery life for on-the-go usage. While the Alienware has advantages in gaming and engineering with better heat management, the LG Gram 17 provides a quieter and cooler experience for day-to-day tasks, with its ample storage and quality keyboard also enhancing its suitability for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.9
6.5
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 17 is only fair.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 is equipped with a high-end GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for demanding gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the LG Gram 17, while having a capable CPU and good screen quality, may not match the Alienware's performance in gaming due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate. The LG Gram prioritizes portability and battery life, which could make it a better option for general use and productivity.
Software Development
7.6
8.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 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
7.4
16.0in
SIZE
17.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
302.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a better screen than the LG Gram 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the LG Gram 17 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 likely has a high-resolution display with excellent color accuracy and brightness, making it suitable for general use and engineering tasks where visual detail and color representation matter. However, its lower refresh rate may undermine the experience for gaming and 3D work, where smoother motion is crucial. Conversely, the LG Gram 17, with a similarly high-quality screen, provides a clear, vivid image for both general use and detailed design work, but like the Alienware, it may fall short in refresh rate for the fluidity required in gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has 6 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 17 has 11 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
17.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The LG Gram 17 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
7.0
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has very good build quality, while the LG Gram 17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,650
$2,100
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a price of $1,650 and the LG Gram 17 costs $2,100.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.0
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and LG Gram 17 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2, with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-end GPU, excels in demanding engineering tasks and delivers vibrant visuals suitable for design work; however, it's heavier and produces more operating noise, potentially making it less ideal for portable use. The LG Gram 17, on the other hand, offers a balance of performance for engineering and high screen quality, while being notably lighter and quieter, though it may not match the Alienware's raw power for the most intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.9
8.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Gram 17 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.
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How the Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the LG Gram 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Alienware m16 R2 | LG Gram 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,650 | $2,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.8'' x 0.93'' | 14.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.75 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.33" | 14.91" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 10.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 302 nits | 353 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 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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Dell Alienware m16 R2
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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."
LG Gram 17
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Sascha Mölck | August 2022
"The LG Gram 17 is a light office laptop with a large display and great battery life. The newest incarnation of the Gram 17 can be classified as a model update. LG uses the predecessor's compact, light magnesium case along with an identical port configuration (including 2x Thunderbolt 4) and keyboard. Changes can be found in the hardware. With the Gram 17 (2022), LG offers a light (approx. 1,350 g), mobile work device - and finally with a matte display."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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