Alienware has unveiled its latest gaming laptop at CES 2024, with the redesigned Alienware m16 R2, the ultra-premium x16 R2, and the performance juggernaut, the m18 R2.
Alienware m16 R2 – performance to adapt to wherever life takes you
The m16 R2 has received a redesigned that prioritises performance, flexibility and portability, while preserving the Alienware advantages that customers have come to love.
m16 R2 now gets completely redesigned and optimised a new thermal solution by adapting the Cryo-tech cooling to be more efficient in a smaller package. It provides 43% more efficient airflow compared to the previous model.
Alienware engineers has removed the thermal shelf on the m16 R2 which resulting in a 15% smaller footprint compared to the previous generation. While being more compact, it also has a larger palm rest and touchpad. m16 R2 now has a slim yet sturdy 180-degree hinge and positioning it on the back edge of the notebook.
Gamers rarely use a touchpad when gaming, but a larger surface for controlling cursor is a luxury when navigating Discord chats or browsing the web. Users will notice something else about the touchpad: it’s bordered by an RGB stadium loop lighting which was moved from the rear to a more visible area. Now users can easily identify the touchpad’s boundaries in dark environments.
The gaming laptop now has a hotkey that cloaks, allowing it to blend into its surroundings. This leads to the introduction of Stealth Mode. This handy new feature was inspired by customers who found lighting effects to be distracting in certain spaces, like a library, café or classroom. Now a quick tap of the F2 shortcut key turns the keyboard backlighting white, switches off all other AlienFX lighting zones, and shifts performance mode to Quiet to reduce fan noise.
Tap the key again to disable Stealth Mode when it’s time to game and get the full force of the m16 R2’s Intel Core Ultra H Series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series mobile graphics (up-to an RTX 4070) which pack enough power to run the latest titles at high frame rates. Need every possible frame for competitive gaming? NVIDIA’s DLSS 3.5 AI upscaling technology and NVIDIA Reflex latency reduction give you faster frame rates, better image quality and the lowest latency without demanding more power.
m16 R2’s upgraded dual speakers also supports Dolby Atmos, providing gamers the spatial sound to hear every footstep, explosion, or whisper with depth and realism.
Silky gameplay is showcased on a QHD+, 240Hz display with a 16:10 aspect ratio that delivers gorgeous visuals with sharp detail and rich, accurate colours. Competitive gamers will benefit from the high refresh rate that ensures smooth, tear-free gameplay. To summarise, these are some of the key upgrades that were brought to the m16 R2:
- Redesigned with Smaller Footprint by ditching the thermal shelf on the back, ensuring the m16 R2 slips effortlessly into your backpack for on-the-go travel.
- Equipped with Stealth Mode Hotkey so users can quickly go dark without the distraction of RGB lighting.
- Large 90Whr battery with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus for intelligent powershifting to optimise power balance between CPU and GPU, so users don’t have to worry about finding the nearest outlet. When it’s time to plug in, the m16 R2 can charge to 80% in just 35 minutes via Express Charge 2.0.
- Intel Core Ultra H Series processors provide efficient power while NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series mobile GPUs enable ample performance to run both modern games at fast frame rates and demanding AI workloads.
Alienware’s most premium gaming laptop, made superior – The Alienware x16 R2
With the latest iteration, Alienware x16 R2 now gets faster performance, improved cooling and greater future readiness.
The x16 R2 can devote up to 175W of dedicated graphics power with 12-phase voltage regulation stacked on top of brand-new Intel Core Ultra processor technology. Combined with up-to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPUs, it achieves a total package power of 220W, enabling the most demanding games while giving users peace of mind knowing they have the latest and greatest technology.
To round it out, here’s a glance at other upgrades made to the x16 R2:
- Most advanced Alienware Cryo-tech cooling solution ever complete with Vapor Chamber technology and the Element 31 thermal interface on the CPU and GPU.
- Faster visuals for all with a 240Hz display offered by default. Also outfitted with premium including ultra-vivid picture with Dolby Vision, ComfortView Plus blue light filtering, and a 3ms response time to keep all in-game motion fluid.
- Highest memory speeds of any Alienware system with LP-DDR5X memory up to 7467 MT/s.
- Bigger storage to save more of what you love with options up to 8TB.
Alienware m18 R2 gets stronger…again
Packed with up-to the latest 14th Gen Intel Core i9-14900HX processor along with up-to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPUs, the Alienware m18 R2 promises superior performance, overclocking capabilities, and significant efficiency improvements to thermal capacity. All of this is made possible by Alienware’s Cryo-tech cooling solution with Element 31 applied to both the CPU and GPU and an updated vapor chamber that more efficiently pushes out air.
Supporting the most performance and storage capacity (up to 10TB) of any Alienware laptop ever, the Alienware m18 R2 is made for those who value superior performance without being confined to a traditional battle station.
Upgrades coming to Alienware’s entire notebook portfolio
As part of the Alienware experience, these key features are found throughout the entire notebook portfolio:
- NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 AI upscaling technology powered by Tensor Cores provides faster frame rates and better image quality without demanding more power.
- AWCC 6.1 is a new version of Alienware Command Center that adds a host of features inspired by customer feedback (More on this below)
- Upgraded FHD webcam now with HDR support to improve dynamic range and preserve details by combatting strong background lighting and ensuring subjects are properly exposed. And the AI-powered far-field microphones enhance vocals by removing ambient sounds, so your voice sounds crisp and clear.
- Next-gen connectivity up to Wi-Fi 7 capabilities and up to 2X Ethernet speeds with 5GHz ethernet connections that reduces lag and increases connection stability.
- All panels feature ComfortView Plus, a hardware-based technology meant to reduce blue light emissions without impacting performance or picture quality.
- Windows 11 Home and access to hundreds of high-quality games with the included one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
A user interface that reigns supreme – take full control with Alienware Command Center
Last year, Alienware launched a new version of Alienware Command Center (AWCC 6.0), a centralised software hub that gives users control over the laptop’s lighting, macros, acoustic profiles, and much more. Alienware made considerable upgrades and improvements over the past year, and the latest version directly addresses customer feedback. Along with enabling Stealth Mode, AWCC 6.1 gives users the ability to turn on/off automatic features, adds a built-in graphics MUX switch, and integrates EA Play and Xbox Game Pass.
AWCC 6.0 is available on the latest generation systems and third-party products running Windows 10 and Windows 11. Read the AWCC 6.1 FAQ for full system compatibility and to read answers to common questions.
Pricing & Availability
Alienware Malaysia has confirmed the availability for Alienware m16 R2 on mid-March 2024, x16 R2 on early February 2024, and m18 R2 on end of January 2024. Check out below for the specs and pricing for each model.
| Starting specs in Malaysia | Starting Price | Availability date in Malaysia | |
| Alienware m16 R2 | 16″ QHD 240Hz | i7 | 16GB | 512GB | RTX 4060 | 2 Yrs Premium | RM10,999 | Mid-March 2024 |
| Alienware x16 R2 | 16″ QHD 165Hz | i7 | 16GB |1TB | RTX 4060 | 2 Yrs Premium | RM11,999 | Early February 2024 |
| Alienware m18 R2 | 18″ QHD 165Hz | i7 | 16GB | 1TB | RTX 4070 | 2 Yrs Premium | RM12,599 | End of January 2024 |