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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 offers superior performance for 3D, machine learning, and gaming due to its powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics, at the expense of being heavier and more costly. It's less portable but has a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. On the other hand, the Lenovo Yoga 6, which is more affordable and lightweight, has a touchscreen and better battery life, making it suitable for general use like web browsing and office applications but less ideal for intensive gaming or engineering tasks. The Yoga 6's AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Vega 8 graphics provide moderate performance, but it may not handle heavy tasks as efficiently as the Alienware. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware x14 R1
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
- Excellent battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.1
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
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 x14 R1 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is only fair.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 is better for gaming and 3D due to its superior dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which results in smoother visuals and is advantageous for fast-paced gaming scenarios. In contrast, the Lenovo Yoga 6 utilizes its integrated AMD Ryzen Vega graphics and comes with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, making it serviceable for casual gaming but less suited for intensive 3D applications and demanding games.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.9
6.7
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
411.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has a better screen than the Lenovo Yoga 6 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Dell Alienware x14 R1 offers a sharp, bright display with vibrant colors, making it pleasant for activities like browsing the web and watching videos, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 provides adequate clarity and brightness, although it may not be as vivid or immersive. In engineering and design, the Dell's screen covers a wider range of colors, ensuring that the designs and projects appear more accurate and true-to-life, which is crucial for professional work, whereas the Lenovo also performs well but might not display colors with the same precision. When it comes to gaming and 3D, the Lenovo Yoga 6 and Dell Alienware both fall short due to lower refresh rates, which can lead to less fluid motion in fast-paced games and 3D applications, although the resolution and panel quality of the Dell are generally suitable for non-gaming tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and Dell Alienware x14 R1 both have very good portability, though the Lenovo Yoga 6 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Yoga 6 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,201
$860
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has a price of $1,201 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $860.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
411.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both good for general use.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 offers robust performance with its high-end CPU and dedicated GPU, making it suitable for more than just general use, and its high-quality screen and substantial battery life ensure a good general-use experience. The Lenovo Yoga 6, on the other hand, with its efficient CPU integrated with graphics, excellent battery life and screen quality, and 2-in-1 convertible design, offers versatility and portability for everyday tasks, with the added benefit of tablet functionality.
Content Creation
7.9
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both good for content creation.
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
7.7
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and Lenovo Yoga 6 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 x14 R1 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware x14 R1 | Lenovo Yoga 6 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,201 | $860 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 10.3'' x 0.57'' | 12'' x 8.6'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.06 lbs | 3.01 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.66" | 11.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.34" | 8.58" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 59 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 411 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.6/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dell Alienware x14 R1
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Andreas Osthoff | March 2022
"The Alienware X14 series is thinner, but also slower than the competition. With the X series, you get plenty of modern technology: Intel Alder Lake CPUs, GeForce RTX 3000 GPUs, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi 6E, G-Sync, and Advanced Optimus. However, the slim design has some drawbacks, just like its larger siblings. The shifted hinge position results in a very deep device with a large footprint compared to the competition."
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Mario Petzold | March 2023
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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 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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