Alienware 15 Intel® Core™ i7 i7-6700HQ Laptop 39.6 cm (15.6") 4K Ultra HD 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 1.51 TB HDD NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M Windows 10 Home Black, Silver

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  • Product name : 15
  • Product code : ALW15ER-4938S
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  • Long product name Alienware 15 Intel® Core™ i7 i7-6700HQ Laptop 39.6 cm (15.6") 4K Ultra HD 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 1.51 TB HDD NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M Windows 10 Home Black, Silver :

    Intel Core i7-6700HQ (6MB Cache, 2.6 GHz), 16GB DDR4 2133MHz, 512GB PCIe SSD, 1TB SATA HDD, 15.6" IGZO IPS UHD 3840 x 2160, nVidia GeForce GTX 980M 8GB GDDR5, Gigabit LAN, WLAN, Bluetooth, WebCam, Windows 10 Home 64-bit

  • Alienware 15 Intel® Core™ i7 i7-6700HQ Laptop 39.6 cm (15.6") 4K Ultra HD 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 1.51 TB HDD NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M Windows 10 Home Black, Silver :

    Built to push every boundary.
    The new Alienware 15 is crafted with carbon-fiber materials for an elite feel and durability. Add the optional Graphics Amplifier to unleash the ultimate at-home 4K gaming experience.

    The rush is real.
    Engineered with no-nonsense design that gives gamers what they want, the all new Alienware 15 is built thin without sacrificing performance. It’s crafted with aerospace-inspired carbon fiber that provides styled stiffness and impressive durability. It’s outfitted with copper heat sinks that enable proper cooling, full-throttle graphics performance for up to 100W of dedicated graphics power from AMD or NVIDIA®. If that wasn’t enough, Alienware 15 also includes a USB Type-C™ port with support for SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps and Thunderbolt™ 3 technologies.

    When paired with the optional Alienware Graphics Amplifier, you can transform the Alienware 15 with up to 375W of AMD or NVIDIA® desktop graphics performance. Alienware 15 configurations include the latest generation Intel® processor. Just plug in and get lost in the vivid display and massive performance boost of desktop-class graphics.

    Amplified graphics. Advanced gaming.
    Plug in. Buckle up: Supercharge your at-home gaming with the Alienware Graphics Amplifier. Simply plug in the Alienware 15, reboot and enjoy a fully expanded desktop experience – supported graphics cards from AMD or NVIDIA® that result in up to a 4K experience, multiple-monitor display and more connectivity with a built-in 4-port USB 3.0 hub. You can also attach as many extra monitors as the graphics card and outputs in your Alienware Amplifier will allow.

    Graphics powerhouse: When gaming on the go, the AMD or NVIDIA® based graphics feature up to 4GB of GDDR5 standard memory, for smooth, crisp, responsive performance that will keep you immersed and engaged.

    Cutting edge craftsmanship.
    Carbon fiber craftsmanship: Inspired by aerospace technologies, the carbon fiber composites in Alienware laptops deliver a unique rigidity and high stiffness-to-weight ratio. The result is a whole new tactile experience.

    Sleek. Solid. Aluminum.: Displays this good require serious protection, so we encased them in an anodized aluminum shell that matches the hinge strength and structural rigidity and boasts a new, iconic design.

    Cooler with copper: Churn out maximum power while keeping your cool. Copper thermal modules allow your graphics cards and processors to perform at the highest level while the heat pipes and blocks prevent overheating.

    Guaranteed up to 10 million keystrokes: Experience the sensation of uniform feedback with the reinforced steel plate of our TactX keyboard, which also protects internal components from debris. Launch shortcuts to applications or even macros in-game, thanks to five customizable keys capable of up to 15 unique commands, programmed via the Alienware Command Center software.

    Rigorously tested for robust durability: Alienware laptops are tested to stand up to tens of thousands of functions : power button pushes, hinges opening and closing, twists, turns, and up to 1 million touchpad strokes. We test hard so you can game hard, reliably.

    Engineered for extreme action.
    Intense inside: With the latest generation Intel® processor for truly intense action, the Alienware 15 is equipped for a seamless gaming experience. Intel® offers the only processors that allow you to hyper thread so your machine will run as eight virtual cores, powering through in parallel.

    Dynamic overclocking: Alienware 15 automatically overclocks and monitors internal temperatures to keep your system running cool when the action is hot and deliver performance precisely when you need it.

    Newer, faster, better: Performance gets a massive shot in the arm with the introduction of new PCIe SSDs in Alienware 15. Capable of up to 5.3 times the bandwidth of previous generation SATA SSDs, games, media and everything else you loves loads faster, and gets you into the action sooner.

    DDR3 memory: Alienware 15 supports DDR3 running at 1600MHz and has overclock potential via the BIOS, so you have the opportunity to crank out maximum performance.

    Extend your reach.
    Mobility meets connectivity: Hook up your favorite accessories with the new superfast USB Type-C ™ port, offering speeds 2x as fast as USB 3.0 with SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.1).

    Blow your hair back: Use your USB Type- C ™ port as a Thunderbolt 3 port, and experience 40Gbps (4x the USB 3.1 protocol) or drive 4K displays as if the port were a Thunderbolt or DisplayPort. Or maximize your options by daisychaining your Thunderbolt devices together.

    Better, faster, clearer: Run 4K resolution content on external displays @60Hz using the new HDMI 2.0 port, for better resolution, smoother graphics and an overall upgrade in awesomeness.

    Engage your senses.
    Visionary display: Enjoy IPS-based LCD technology on an expansive 15.6" screen that offers stunningly clear color and clarity anywhere. The Alienware 15 comes standard with Full HD display.

    Sound and fury: Rich, impressive Alienware 15 audio is powered by Klipsch and Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi technology. Look directly into the eyes of your friends and opponents with a 2.0MP Full HD webcam and let the banter flow with a dual microphone array.

    Connect and conquer: The combination of the Killer™ Wireless-AC 1525 with the Killer™ E2200 provides unprecedented speed, intelligence and control to your gaming experience. Download faster, stream better, and enjoy smoother gaming with Killer DoubleShot™ Pro and Advanced Stream Detect™ technology. Plus, all Alienware 15 systems come with Bluetooth 4.1 technology.

    Unleash your rig’s greatest capabilities with Windows 10
    DirectX 12: Break down boundaries and step into your game with graphics more stunning than ever before with the new DirectX 12 technology. Windows 10’s API is armed with new features that will provide quicker processing in real time to generate higher FPS and richer graphics as well as reduced power consumption to play longer.

    Expand your community: Xbox app lets you see what your friends are playing now, chat with your community, and track your scores and achievements. Plus, Game DVR* lets you record your best hero moves for sharing with friends.

    Play more games: The greatest Xbox games are now at your fingertips, and you will get built-in support for the Xbox controller and even stream Xbox One games to a Windows 10 PC, laptop, or tablet anywhere in your home. Even the cross-device barriers are down – start a game on your PC and move to your Xbox to continue playing.

    Start menu – back and improved: You will game like an expert from the get-go since your Windows Start menu is back in an expanded form. Plus, all your pinned applications will carry over so your experience is familiar, productive and better than ever.

    The speed you need: Windows 10 starts up and resumes fast so there’s no buffer between you and your game. Even your updates reach you as soon as they are available so you always have the latest and greatest features.

  • Short summary description Alienware 15 Intel® Core™ i7 i7-6700HQ Laptop 39.6 cm (15.6") 4K Ultra HD 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 1.51 TB HDD NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M Windows 10 Home Black, Silver :

    Alienware 15, Intel® Core™ i7, 2.6 GHz, 39.6 cm (15.6"), 3840 x 2160 pixels, 16 GB, 1.51 TB

  • Long summary description Alienware 15 Intel® Core™ i7 i7-6700HQ Laptop 39.6 cm (15.6") 4K Ultra HD 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 1.51 TB HDD NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M Windows 10 Home Black, Silver :

    Alienware 15. Product type: Laptop, Form factor: Clamshell. Processor family: Intel® Core™ i7, Processor model: i7-6700HQ, Processor frequency: 2.6 GHz. Display diagonal: 39.6 cm (15.6"), HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels. Internal memory: 16 GB, Internal memory type: DDR4-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 1.51 TB, Storage media: HDD. On-board graphics card model: Intel® HD Graphics 530. Operating system installed: Windows 10 Home. Product colour: Black, Silver

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Specs
Design
Product type Laptop
Product colour Black, Silver
Form factor Clamshell
Market positioning Gaming
Display
Display diagonal 39.6 cm (15.6")
Display resolution 3840 x 2160 pixels
Touchscreen
HD type 4K Ultra HD
Panel type IPS
LED backlight
Native aspect ratio 16:9
Display surface Matt
Display brightness 300 cd/m²
Pixel pitch 0.09 x 0.09 mm
Processor
Processor manufacturer Intel
Processor family Intel® Core™ i7
Processor generation 6th gen Intel® Core™ i7
Processor model i7-6700HQ
Processor cores 4
Processor threads 8
Processor boost frequency 3.5 GHz
Processor frequency 2.6 GHz
System bus rate 8 GT/s
Processor cache 6 MB
Processor cache type Smart Cache
Processor socket BGA 1440
Processor lithography 14 nm
Processor operating modes 64-bit
Processor series Intel Core i7-6700 Mobile series
Processor codename Skylake
Bus type DMI3
FSB Parity
Stepping R0
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 45 W
Configurable TDP-down 35 W
Tjunction 100 °C
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes 16
PCI Express slots version 3.0
PCI Express configurations 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
ECC supported by processor
Memory
Internal memory 16 GB
Internal memory type DDR4-SDRAM
Memory clock speed 2133 MHz
Memory form factor SO-DIMM
Memory layout (slots x size) 2 x 8 GB
Memory slots 2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory 32 GB
Storage
Total storage capacity 1.51 TB
Storage media HDD
Number of HDDs installed 1
HDD capacity 1 TB
HDD interface SATA III
HDD speed 7200 RPM
HDD size 2.5"
Number of SSDs installed 1
SSD capacity 512 GB
SSD interface PCI Express
Optical drive type
Card reader integrated
Compatible memory cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Graphics
Discrete graphics card model NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M
Discrete graphics card memory 8 GB
Discrete graphics memory type GDDR5
On-board graphics card
Discrete graphics card
On-board graphics card family Intel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card model Intel® HD Graphics 530
On-board graphics card base frequency 350 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) 1050 MHz
Maximum on-board graphics card memory 1.7 GB
On-board graphics card DirectX version 12.0
On-board graphics card OpenGL version 4.4
On-board graphics card ID 0x191B
Number of discrete graphics cards installed 1
Graphics card Open GL support
NVIDIA G-SYNC
NVIDIA GameWorks VR
CUDA
CUDA cores 1536
Audio
Number of built-in speakers 2
Speakers manufacturer Klipsch
Speaker power 1.5 W
Built-in microphone
Camera
Front camera
Front camera resolution (numeric) 2.1 MP
Front camera resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Video capturing speed 30 fps
Network
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standards Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ethernet LAN
Ethernet LAN data rates 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth
Bluetooth version 4.1
Ports & interfaces
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 3
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
HDMI ports quantity 1
DVI port
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity 1
Headphone outputs 1
S/PDIF out port
Microphone in
Combo headphone/mic port
Docking connector
Charging port type DC-in jack
USB Sleep-and-Charge
USB Sleep-and-Charge ports 1
Keyboard
Pointing device Touchpad
Numeric keypad
Keyboard backlit

Keyboard
Full-size keyboard
Windows keys
Software
Operating system architecture 64-bit
Drivers included
Operating system installed Windows 10 Home
Processor special features
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)
Intel® Smart Response Technology
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel® Built-in Visuals Technology
Thunderbolt™ 3 Technology
Intel HD Graphics
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)
Intel Clear Video Technology
Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology
Intel® Insider™
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology
Intel Flex Memory Access
Intel® Smart Cache
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)
Intel Trusted Execution Technology
Intel Enhanced Halt State
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
Intel Demand Based Switching
Intel® Secure Key
Intel TSX-NI
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
Intel® OS Guard
Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX)
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)
Intel 64
Execute Disable Bit
Idle States
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Processor package size 42 x 28 mm
Supported instruction sets SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0
Processor code SR2FQ
CPU configuration (max) 1
Embedded options available
Graphics & IMC lithography 14 nm
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Intel Identity Protection Technology version 1.00
Intel Smart Response Technology version 1.00
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version 0.00
Intel Secure Key Technology version 1.00
Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version 1.00
Intel TSX-NI version 1.00
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
Intel Dual Display Capable Technology
Intel FDI Technology
Intel Rapid Storage Technology
Intel Fast Memory Access
Processor ARK ID 88967
Conflict-Free processor
Battery
Battery technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Number of battery cells 8
Battery capacity 92 Wh
Battery voltage 14.8 V
Battery life (max) 7 h
Battery recharge time 4 h
Power
AC adapter power 240 W
AC adapter frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Security
Cable lock slot
Cable lock slot type Noble
Password protection
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) -40 - 65 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H) 0 - 95%
Operating altitude -15.2 - 3048 m
Non-operating altitude -15.2 - 10668 m
Operating shock 110 G
Non-operating shock 160 G
Operating vibration 0.66 G
Non-operating vibration 1.3 G
Weight & dimensions
Width 385.8 mm
Depth 270.2 mm
Height 34 mm
Weight 3.21 kg
Packaging content
Manual
Warranty card
Power cord included
Other features
AC adapter included
LightScribe
3D
Maximum internal memory (64-bit) 32 GB
Reviews
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:06
Average rating:84
Uk has collected 29 expert reviews for Alienware 15 Laptop 39.6 cm (15.6") 4K Ultra HD Intel® Core™ i7 i7-6700HQ 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 1.51 TB HDD NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M Windows 10 Home Black, Silver and the average expert rating is 84 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
pcauthority.com.au
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:05
Average rating:80
Once gaming laptops were a rarity. Not any more. Now, everyone from small, specialist brands to HP want a piece of the action, and with systems ranging from cut-price weaklings to super-powered $5,000 brutes, you're spoilt for choice. In fact, it someti...
  • The Alienware 15 R2 doesn't try to be the ultimate gaming laptop, the sleekest or the most powerful, but it's a really nice, well-built effort that will run the latest games at a full HD 1080p without breaking a sweat, and look pretty cool while it's doin...
stuff.tv
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:05
Average rating:80
Once gaming laptops were a rarity. Not any more.Now, everyone from small, specialist brands to HP wants a piece of the action, and with systems ranging from cut-price £649 weaklings to super-powered £3,000 brutes, you're spoilt for choice. In fact, it som...
  • Strong design and build, Excellent gaming performance, Good full HD screen, Decent battery life...
  • Not particularly sleek or powerful, Screen could be brighter, Still expensive...
  • The Alienware 15 R2 doesn't try to be the ultimate gaming laptop, the sleekest or the most powerful, but it's a really nice, well-built effort that will run the latest games at a full HD 1080p without breaking a sweat, and look pretty cool while it's doin...
stuff.tv/my/
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:05
Average rating:80
Once gaming laptops were a rarity. Not any more.Now, everyone from small, specialist brands to HP wants a piece of the action, and with systems ranging from cut-price RM4,000 weaklings to super-powered RM17,000 brutes, you're spoilt for choice. In fact, i...
  • Strong design and build, Excellent gaming performance, Good full HD screen, Decent battery life...
  • Not particularly sleek or powerful, Screen could be brighter, Still expensive...
  • The Alienware 15 R2 doesn't try to be the ultimate gaming laptop, the sleekest or the most powerful, but it's a really nice, well-built effort that will run the latest games at a full HD 1080p without breaking a sweat, and look pretty cool while it's doin...
ozlaptopreviews.com
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:05
Average rating:80
Alienware 15 R2 Review: A Formidable Gaming MachineThe Alienware 15 introduced at CES 2015 was a shocker is several aspects, offering all the lovable qualities of Alienware in a new style. The Alienware 15 R2 has been released in a quick succession to kee...
  • Sophisticated design and robust chassis for durability, Attractive illuminations all around the gaming laptop, Powerful performance with extended overclocking capability, Fairly quiet and cool, even under pressure...
  • The IPS display comes with low brightness, No SSD storage by default is available with the laptop, The Final Verdict, The Alienware 15 was introduced as a new-age gaming laptop that comes with the performance of a beastly machine, with extraordinary des...
  • The Alienware 15 was introduced as a new-age gaming laptop that comes with the performance of a beastly machine, with extraordinary design elements. The Alienware 15 R2 continues to build on that legacy, with minor improvements along the way, and signific...
au.pcmag.com
Updated:
2018-05-06 01:33:59
Average rating:80
The Alienware 15 ($1,499.99 at tested) is an imposing system that just sneaks under the wire to meet our pricing qualification as an entry-level gaming laptop. But boy, do you get a lot for your money. It not only delivers top-notch gaming performance, it...
  • Solid design, Excellent gaming performance, Full HD display is well suited to gaming, Customizable lighting and macro commands, Good sound quality, Sizable storage, Graphics are upgradable with Alienware's external Graphics Amplifier...
  • Heavy, No touch capability...
  • The latest Alienware 15 is hefty, but it delivers everything you want in a gaming laptop, with excellent performance, long battery life, and all sorts of customizable features...
pcmag.com
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:05
Average rating:0
Twenty years in the computer business is definitely a milestone, and it's one that Alienware is celebrating with an entirely new line of gaming laptops. The company insists that all of these new systems are VR-ready, for truly immersing you in the next-ge...
  • Thinner than other Alienware gaming laptops, Nice redesign, Many customization options...
  • No per-key backlighting...
  • Intel's new Kaby Lake processors and Nvidia's Pascal graphics have made it Intel's new Kaby Lake processors and Nvidia's Pascal graphics have made it possible for Alienware to pack full VR capability into its 15-inch gaming notebook. for Alienware to pa...
laptopmedia.com
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:05
Average rating:0
We all know those bulky and heavy gaming notebooks that have all the horsepower needed to power up the latest games, but what if we told you that Alienware has put all the top-shelf hardware from NVIDIA and Intel and put it in a smaller 15-inch form facto...
  • Sturdy construction and sleek design with customizable LEDs, Good keyboard with 3 zones of LED backlight, macro keys and responsive touchpad, Top-shelf hardware crammed inside a 15-inch laptop, Various storage configurations including two speedy M.2 NVMe...
  • Bulky (34 mm profile) and heavy (3.21 kg), Mediocre screen quality with low sRGB color gamut coverage and low maximum brightness...
  • Generally, the Alienware 15 R2 is what we are used to seeing from the brand. The notebook has a bulky and heavy body, but manages to compensate with outstanding design, rigid construction made of premium materials and extremely powerful hardware that's ra...
notebookcheck.net
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:06
Average rating:87
New revision. We already checked the Alienware 15 twice. In this review update, the gaming notebook gets a fresh Skylake processor and the fast Nvidia GTX 980M. Can Alienware keep the components of the 15-inch device cool?...
  • excellent performance with good Turbo utilization, sophisticated chassis, good input devices, useful tools, comprehensive illumination, long battery runtimes, decent sound, good cooling solution, optional graphics amplifier, matte IPS panel, very fast Wi...
  • display way too dark, low color space coverage, loud under load, GPU throttling in extreme situations, slightly complicated maintenance, no SSD or hybrid hard drive by default...
  • The first review sample of the Alienware 15 with the Nvidia GeForce GTX 970M was already very convincing and got a very good rating. The model with the Radeon R9 M295X on the other hand had some issues and was not a good alternative. With its brand-new Sk...
glj.io
Updated:
2017-01-11 01:09:06
Average rating:0
Alienware 15 R2 GTX 970M versionSo, the new Dell Alienware 15 R2 is here. My version comes with the Nvidia GTX 965M GPU and the Skylake I5-6300HQ. The update from the previous generation is mostly the Skylake CPU and the thunderbolt 3 USB-C port. The new...
  • Very good gaming performance for 1080p gaming, Very good build quality with good hinges robustness, IPS display with good viewing angles and high enough contrast and brightness (but colors aren't great and brightness could be higher), Thunderbolt 3 USBC i...
  • Soldered GPU and CPU. No replacement (but, really, eGPU will be nicer), Hard maintenance, opening the laptop fully is not easy, Screen quality in terms of color coverage is strangely mediocre, unlike the previous generation Alienware 15's display. I think...
  • Well, the Alienware 15 R2 is an update for a very good gaming laptop, the first Alienware 15. It has a very good gaming performance, but also very good peripherals and extra features – very good and comfortable keyboard, good touchpad, good enough speaker...