Alienware x16 R2vsAsus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16

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Alienware
Alienware x16 R2
x16 R2

Quick Stats

The Alienware X16 R2's CPU performance is disappointing due to a struggling Core i9 processor.
The Alienware x16 R2's sturdy magnesium alloy construction provides impressive durability with sleek high-quality craftsmanship overall.
The Alienware x16 R2's display falls short of expectations, making it dim and merely average overall.
The Alienware x16 R2 boasts powerful features, including a strong RTX 48 GPU and customizable lighting options.
Asus
ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
ROG Zephyrus Duo 16

Quick Stats

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 boasts exceptional gaming performance thanks to its AMD Ryzen and NVIDIA GPU combo.
The laptop's bulky build makes it difficult to fit into standard sleeves or feel spacious inside.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 features a dual-screen setup with two distinct display configurations effectively.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 features dual screens with touch input support and customization options available.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Alienware x16 R2
Winner
#81
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
#85
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Alienware x16 R2
#445
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
#31
Winner
Display
Alienware x16 R2
#175
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
#70
Winner
Performance
Alienware x16 R2
#109
Winner
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
#192
Build
Alienware x16 R2
#423
Winner
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
#500
Features
Alienware x16 R2
#19
Winner
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
#274

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Alienware Alienware x16 R2
Asus ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 16384GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (Laptop, 175W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Laptop, 165W)
2x 2230 / 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Alienware x16 R2

Strengths

I absolutely love the look and feel of this laptop
The speakers are truly excellent
Gaming has been really solid
Temperatures on the palmrest and the keyboard remained excellent through even the heaviest gaming sessions
Alienware Command Center has many profiles to allow you to choose between quiet gaming right up to the F1 Max fans mode
Battery life is great, no issue there
100 wat PD support through both of the USBC ports and on our testing it was absolutely excellent
The 36 wat Gan PSU is a new addition this year and performs well

Weaknesses

The screen's brightness (300 nit) is dimmer than all of its peers
CPU performance is very lackluster
There are just much better options available at this price point for gaming
Heat pumps out of the sides when heavily gaming, which considering that it's its sole reason for existing was quite disappointing
Anyware Command Center software is one of my least favorite pieces of software for controlling any laptop out there
Battery life test was pretty poor in our usual test of streaming YouTube over wi-fi at 200 nits of brightness (6 hours and 34 minutes)
The laptop's heat output did annoy me when heavily gaming directly on the laptop
There are better options available if you don't care about the size, such as the Alienware M18

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16

Strengths

The Rog Zephyrus Duo 16 because after a couple generations of refinement it feels like Asus is starting to really hit a stride with its funky dual screen clam shells.
It gets a big 16 inch main display with high refresh rates top-notch gaming components and a 14 inch secondary screen for all of your multitasking needs
The duo 16 has aggressive styling though most of the fireworks are only visible once you open the lid inside you get a big 16 inch main display with 165 Hertz refresh rate that's available in either a QHD Plus or fhd plus resolutions
Thanks to its powerful six-speaker setup with support for Dolby Atmos, you get performance mode in games that focus on delivering accurate directional sound
The duo 16 boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 6900 HX chip and the Nvidia RTX 30 UTI not to mention 32 gigs of RAM and a 2 terabyte SSD
The duo 16 normally keeps thermals and fan noise in check under full load, making it a great option for gamers who want performance without sacrificing comfort
Even though this thing will still be a rather Niche device, if you're looking for something to cure your dual screen FOMO, Asus's Rog Duo 16 does it better than anything else on the market

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Alienware x16 R2

The Alienware X16 R2 is a laptop that promises exceptional gaming performance in a compact package. However, my experience with this device was marred by several disappointing aspects. The 300 nit screen falls short compared to its peers, the CPU performance is underwhelming, and the heat generated during intense gaming sessions is considerable. While the speakers are excellent and gaming has been solid, these shortcomings make it challenging to recommend this laptop at its current price point.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16

The eternal quest for more screen space - a plight many of us can relate to. The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 laptop takes on this challenge with its innovative dual-screen design, featuring a 16-inch main display and a 14-inch secondary screen. Packing powerful gaming components and high-refresh rate panels, this behemoth of a laptop promises to deliver desktop-like performance in a mobile package. But does it live up to the hype?

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