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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the Razer Blade 14, consider the following: if saving money is a priority and you need strong performance for gaming or intensive tasks and don't mind a heavier, bulkier system, the Dell may suit you well. However, if you prefer something more portable and sleek, with a premium build quality, and are willing to invest a bit more, the Razer Blade 14 is a compelling choice, though the higher cost needs to be justified by your preference for its form factor and aesthetics. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware m16 R2
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good portability
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.2
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
302.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a better screen than the Razer Blade 14 for gaming and AI, while the Razer Blade 14 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, laptops like the Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Razer Blade 14 with high resolution and brightness ensure vivid and clear visuals, making everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming more enjoyable. In engineering and design, accurate color reproduction is crucial for work precision, and both these laptops offer a wide color gamut, ensuring that designers see true-to-life colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications, a high refresh rate is key for smooth motion, and both models fall short in this aspect, which might detract from the immersive experience gamers seek.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 9.5 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Blade 14 has very good portability, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,650
$1,900
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a price of $1,650 and the Razer Blade 14 costs $1,900.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.1
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
302.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 to be very good for general use, while the Dell Alienware m16 R2 is good.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 offers robust CPU and RAM configurations suitable for general use, but its larger size and typically shorter battery life could make it less portable and convenient than the Razer Blade 14, which boasts a high-quality screen, strong overall performance, and greater portability due to its more compact design and longer battery life. While both laptops have ample storage and good keyboard and speaker quality, the Razer Blade 14 may maintain a quieter operation and better heat management, enhancing user comfort during extended use.
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Razer Blade 14 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 delivers smooth and sharp visuals in games and 3D applications, emphasizing its high screen refresh rate and powerful GPU; these features are very important for an immersive experience in fast-paced scenarios. Meanwhile, the Razer Blade 14, while also providing a strong gaming and 3D performance with its capable GPU, offers added screen quality and a robust CPU, making it reliable for both high-intensity gaming and multi-tasking in creative software.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Razer Blade 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the Razer Blade 14 both have powerful CPUs, ample RAM, and high-end GPUs which are crucial for running intensive engineering and design software, and they feature high-resolution screens that offer clarity needed for detailed work. However, the Alienware has a larger screen which might be better for multitasking, while the Razer Blade is more portable and offers a balance between performance and mobility, with both providing decent keyboards, speakers, and manageable operating noise.
Content Creation
7.9
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
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 Razer Blade 14 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.
Software Development
7.6
7.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 and Dell Alienware m16 R2 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 and Razer Blade 14 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell Alienware m16 R2 and the Razer Blade 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Alienware m16 R2 | Razer Blade 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,650 | $1,900 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.8'' x 0.93'' | 12.6'' x 8.7'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.75 lbs | 3.92 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.33" | 12.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 8.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 62 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 302 nits | 328 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | N/A | |
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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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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor performance."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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