Alienware 16X AuroravsAsus ExpertBook B5

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Alienware
Alienware 16X Aurora
16X Aurora

Quick Stats

The Alienware 16X Aurora delivers solid performance, with excellent CPU and decent gaming capabilities, but some notable drawbacks exist.
The Alienware 16X Aurora's subpar build quality is a major letdown at its £15,000 price tag overall.
The notable display features crisp visuals and Quad HD resolution, with the only downside being limited HDMI outputs.
The Alienware 16X Aurora offers strong performance with up to 110 watts GPU and 55 watts CPU power.
Asus
ASUS ExpertBook B5
ExpertBook B5

Quick Stats

The ASUS ExpertBook B5 delivers exceptional performance with its Intel 11th Gen Core i5 or i7 processor capabilities.
The ASUS ExpertBook B5 features an impressive build quality with magnesium lithium alloys and pure aluminum panels.
The ExpertBook B5 boasts an adequate and vibrant full HD display suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
The ASUS ExpertBook B5 boasts advanced features including Thunderbolt 4 ports and TPM 2.0 security protection prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Alienware 16X Aurora
Winner
#202
Asus ExpertBook B5
#203
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Alienware 16X Aurora
#443
Winner
Asus ExpertBook B5
#637
Display
Alienware 16X Aurora
#173
Asus ExpertBook B5
#61
Winner
Performance
Alienware 16X Aurora
#108
Winner
Asus ExpertBook B5
#186
Build
Alienware 16X Aurora
#421
Winner
Asus ExpertBook B5
#450
Features
Alienware 16X Aurora
#207
Winner
Asus ExpertBook B5
#233

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Alienware Alienware 16X Aurora
Asus ASUS ExpertBook B5
up to 64GB
up to 96GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core i7-1360P
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (Laptop)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Alienware 16X Aurora

Strengths

The laptop looks really good, it's definitely not quite up there with the Area 51 build quality but it is obviously about half the price
Good range of features
Performance was good, we got 150 watts on the GPU and the CPU performed very well
Battery life was strong, leading to snappy performance when you are on battery that feels very much like you're on mains
The laptop is capable of 100 Ws of power delivery, meaning you could charge the laptop with a USBC charger, a dock, or a power delivery monitor

Weaknesses

The biggest gripes were the plastic deck, the touchpad and that keyboard. This didn't feel like an Alienware, it felt like a G series.
£15,000 is a lot of money and I would have liked to seen a proper Alienware keyboard on here. This one just felt cheap
The laptop maxes out at only a 5070 and an 8 GB card in 2025 is a bit of a shame, every laptop really, if possible, should go to that 5070 Ti for that 12 GB of RAM
Only the right USBC allows for power delivery
The GPU performance sucked when using power delivery, I'm not sure what is going on with the engineers over at Dell

Asus ExpertBook B5

Strengths

Excellent weight of 1.1 kg, perfect for users on-the-go
Comprehensive array of I/O ports including two Thunderbolt 4 and a micro HDMI port
Long battery life with up to 14 hours of use from a single charge
Robust build meeting military standard 810H with good security features

Weaknesses

Lack of RAM expansion option which may lead to bottleneck for resource-intensive applications
No complaints on the display, but it's not mentioned as being particularly impressive or unique
Only two configurations offered, Intel Core i5 and i7, with limited storage options
Price is RM 4299 for the lower-end model and RM 5199 for the higher-end model, which may be steep for some users
Read Full Reviews

Alienware 16X Aurora

The Alienware 16X Aurora is an ambitious laptop that promises high-performance gaming on the go. With its sleek design and robust features, it's clear Dell has made a concerted effort to appeal to gamers. However, with a price tag of £15,000, expectations are high - particularly when it comes to build quality, keyboard feel, and graphics capabilities. But does this luxury laptop live up to its lofty claims? In this review, we'll put the Aurora through its paces to find out.

Asus ExpertBook B5

The ASUS ExpertBook B5 is a premium lightweight business laptop that sits between the top-tier ExpertBook B9 and more affordable B1 models. It boasts a 13.3-inch anti-glare display, comprehensive I/O ports, including two Thunderbolt 4, and a robust build meeting military standard 810H. This ultrabook weighs just 1.1kg, making it perfect for users always on-the-go. With a high-power efficient processor and up to 14 hours of battery life, the ExpertBook B5 is built to take your business on the go with a range of security features.

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