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Laptop Alienware 15

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The Alienware 15 laptop is designed for demanding users, offering optimal performance for gaming and multimedia tasks. Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i7-4710HQ processor with a frequency of 2.5 GHz, this model ensures smooth execution of applications and games. Its 8 Go DDR3L RAM ensures efficient multitasking, while its 1000 Go hard drive provides generous storage space for all your files.
Its 15.6-inch screen with a Full HD 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution guarantees sharp and vivid images, ideal for gaming and movies. Additionally, the NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970M graphics card with 3 GB of dedicated memory allows for an immersive gaming experience with high-quality graphics.
The modern design in black and silver, with a carbon fiber chassis, gives the Alienware 15 a stylish yet robust look. The backlit keyboard allows for comfortable use in low-light environments, while the two stereo speakers provide an immersive audio experience.
With complete connectivity including USB ports, HDMI, and an Ethernet port, the Alienware 15 adapts to all your digital needs. Its 92 Wh battery and 180 W power adapter ensure extended battery life and fast charging.
In summary, the Alienware 15 laptop is an ideal choice for professionals and gaming enthusiasts seeking performance, design, and advanced features.

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Editorial note

The Alienware 15 stands out for its impressive performance, thanks to its Intel® Core™ i7-4710HQ processor, which reaches a Turbo frequency of 3.5 GHz. This configuration allows for smooth execution of the most demanding applications, making this laptop ideal for gamers and professionals with high processing power needs. Additionally, its modern carbon fiber design brings both elegance and durability, while ensuring a commendable lightness for everyday use. However, a few drawbacks are worth noting. The weight of 3207 g can make transporting the device inconvenient for mobile users. Furthermore, the internal memory capacity is limited to 16 GB, which may not satisfy users with multitasking or intensive processing requirements. The lack of USB 2.0 ports and Thunderbolt ports also limits connectivity options. Finally, the pre-installed operating system, Windows 8.1, is now considered outdated, requiring an upgrade to benefit from the latest features and improved security. In summary, the Alienware 15 offers an excellent user experience with solid performance and an attractive design. However, its limitations in terms of weight, memory, and connectivity, as well as its aging operating system, may not suit all users. These factors should be taken into account when evaluating its value for money.

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User experience

The user experience is overall positive thanks to a modern and elegant carbon fiber design, offering appreciable durability and lightness for daily use.

Performance

The performance is excellent thanks to the Intel® Core™ i7-4710HQ processor, with a Turbo frequency of up to 3.5 GHz, allowing for smooth execution even for the most demanding applications.

Battery life

The battery life is not specified, which may raise concerns about the duration of use without power, especially for a laptop intended for extended gaming or work sessions.

Design

The design is modern and attractive, with a 15.6-inch Full HD screen offering a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, ensuring exceptional display quality for an immersive visual experience.

Value for money

The generous storage capacity of 1000 GB is an asset, but the relatively high weight of 3207 g and the absence of USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt ports may limit the product's appeal to some users.

Usability

Although the advanced connectivity with Wifi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth is an advantage, the limited internal memory capacity of 16 GB may not be sufficient for users with multitasking or intensive processing needs.

Support

The pre-installed operating system is Windows 8.1, considered outdated, requiring an update to benefit from the latest features and security improvements.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i7 processor

Modern carbon fiber design

15.6-inch Full HD display

1000 GB storage

Immersive stereo audio

Wifi 5 and Bluetooth connectivity

Disadvantages

High weight (3207 g) for transport

Internal memory limited to 16 GB

Unspecified battery life

No USB 2.0 or Thunderbolt ports

Outdated Windows 8.1 operating system

Technical Specifications 15

General Information

Design

  • Product type
    Laptop
  • Product color
    Black, silver
  • Format
    Clamshell
  • Material of the case/body
    Carbon fiber
  • Market position
    Play

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    2.5 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i7
  • Processor model
    i7-4710HQ
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    3.5 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    4
  • Number of processor threads
    8
  • Computer bus
    5 GT/s
  • Processor cache memory
    6 MB
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    BGA 1364
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor lithography
    22 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Stepping
    C0
  • Bus type
    DMI2
  • Processor code name
    Haswell
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    47 W
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i7-4700 Mobile series
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    3.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i7 4th generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    -

Memory

  • Internal memory
    8 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3L-SDRAM
  • Memory frequency
    1600 MHz
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    - GB
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    16 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Other features

  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    16 GB
  • LightScribe
    No
  • LightScribe
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)
    VT-d, VT-x
  • Power adapter included
    Yes

Storage support

  • Hard drive capacity
    1000 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    1000 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    SD, SDHC, SDXC
  • Optical reader
    No

Screen

  • Screen size
    15.6 "
  • Screen resolution
    1920 x 1080 pixels
  • Touch screen
    No
  • LED backlighting
    Yes
  • Type HD
    Full HD
  • Display area
    Matte
  • Image format
    16:9
  • Screen brightness
    300 cd/m²
  • No pixel
    0.179 x 0.179 mm
  • Type of panel
    IPS

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 4600
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970M
  • Dedicated graphics card memory
    3 GB
  • Type of graphics card
    GDDR5
  • Number of distinct graphics cards installed
    1
  • Number of distinct graphics cards installed
    1
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    400 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1200 MHz
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    1.74 GB
  • Integrated graphics card DirectX version
    12.0
  • OpenGL version of integrated graphics card
    4.3
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0x416
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

Audio

  • Audio system
    Creative Sound Core3D‑EX + Creative Sound Blaster X‑Fi MB3
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Speaker power
    1.5 W
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

  • Front camera
    Yes
  • Front camera resolution (digital)
    2.1 MP
  • Front camera resolution
    1920 x 1080 pixels
  • Video capture speed
    30 fps

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s

Connectivity

  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    4
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • HDMI version
    1.4
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Keyboard

  • Keyboard layout
    -
  • Pointing device
    Touchpad
  • Numeric keypad
    No
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 8.1
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Drivers included
    Yes

Special features of the processor

  • Intel® Smart Connect Technology
    -
  • Intel® Rapid Start Technology
    -
  • Intel® Smart Response Technology
    -
  • Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)
    -
  • Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST)
    -
  • Intel HD Technology
    -
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    -
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    2.0
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    37.5 x 32 x 1.6 mm
  • Supported instruction set
    AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • Processor code
    SR1PX
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Intel® TSX-NI Version
    0.00
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® IDE technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Processor ID ARK
    78930

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Number of battery cells
    8
  • Maximum battery life
    - h
  • Battery capacity
    92 Wh
  • Battery recharge time
    4 h
  • Battery voltage
    14.8 V

Power

  • AC power adapter
    180 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • Output current of the power adapter
    9.23 A
  • Output voltage of the power adapter
    19.5 V

Security

  • Password protection
    Yes
  • Cable lock location type
    Noble
  • Password protection
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    3207 g
  • Width
    385.8 mm
  • Depth
    270.2 mm
  • Height
    34 mm

Packaging contents

  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes

Environmental conditions

  • Operating temperature
    0 - 35 °C
  • Temperature out of operation
    -40 - 65 °C
  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    10 - 90 %
  • Relative humidity rate (storage)
    0 - 95 %
  • Operating altitude
    -15.2 - 3048 m
  • Non-operating altitude
    -15.2 - 10668 m
  • Shock during operation
    110 G
  • Shock out of operation
    160 G
  • Operating vibrations
    0.66 G
  • Vibrations out of operation
    1.3 G

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you are using. For example, a 25 Mb/s connection means that you should theoretically be able to download 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is generally measured in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This measurement corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, which you should measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does the acronym HDMI stand for?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable allows for the transfer of audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
A slightly damp cloth or a soft, clean tissue is ideal for removing fingerprints. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, use compressed air.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to dislodge dirt. You can also clean the keys with a damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for the wireless transmission of data between electronic devices via radio waves. The range of this connection can typically reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the Alienware 15?
The weight of the Alienware 15 is 3207 g.
What is the screen size of the Alienware 15?
The screen of the Alienware 15 measures 15.6 inches.
What is the height of the Alienware 15?
The Alienware 15 has a height of 34 mm.
How long does it take to charge the battery of the Alienware 15?
It takes about 4 hours to recharge the battery of the Alienware 15.
What is the resolution of the screen of the Alienware 15?
The screen of the Alienware 15 has a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels.
What is the width of the Alienware 15?
The Alienware 15 measures 385.8 mm in width.
What is the depth of the Alienware 15?
The Alienware 15 has a depth of 270.2 mm.
Is the manual for the Alienware 15 available in French?
Yes, the manual for the Alienware 15 is available in French.

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Presentation of product 15 specifications from brand Alienware

General Information

The Alienware 15, from the renowned brand Alienware, is a laptop designed to deliver exceptional performance. This model, identified by the reference 15 | DKCWF02, stands out for its ability to meet the demands of users, whether they are professionals or gaming enthusiasts.

Design

This laptop features a carbon fiber finish, which gives it both durability and elegance. Its black and silver hue gives it a modern look. With a practical format, the Alienware 15 is designed to fit various usage environments, while primarily targeting gamers with its features tailored to this community.

Processor

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i7-4710HQ processor, the Alienware 15 offers a base frequency of 2.5 GHz, which can reach 3.5 GHz in Turbo mode. This 4-core, 8-thread processor provides smooth execution of tasks, even the most demanding ones, thanks to a fast bus speed of 5 GT/s and a cache of 6 MB.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard chipset ensures efficient resource management, thus guaranteeing optimal performance.

Memory

With an internal memory of 8 GB of DDR3L-SDRAM, the Alienware 15 allows for efficient management of multiple applications simultaneously. It supports a maximum memory capacity of 16 GB, with memory slots configured as 2x SO-DIMM.

Other Features

The product does not support 3D technology. However, it incorporates Intel® Virtualization technology, facilitating resource management in virtualized environments. A power adapter is included, allowing for immediate use.

Storage Support

With a 1000 GB hard drive, the Alienware 15 offers ample storage capacity for data and applications. The drive uses the SATA interface and operates at a speed of 5400 RPM. It is also equipped with a memory card reader compatible with SD, SDHC, and SDXC formats.

Screen

Its 15.6-inch screen with a Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) ensures optimal display quality. It features LED backlighting, enhancing visibility in various conditions. The IPS panel type ensures vibrant colors and an expanded viewing angle.

Graphics

The Alienware 15 is equipped with integrated Intel® HD Graphics 4600 and a dedicated NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970M graphics card with 3 GB of GDDR5 memory, providing high-level graphics performance.

Audio

The stereo audio system, with two built-in speakers, delivers immersive sound quality, while an integrated microphone allows for clear and precise communications.

Camera

The front camera of 2.1 MP enables high-quality video calls, with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, ensuring sharp images.

Network

This model is equipped with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth connectivity, allowing for fast and reliable wireless connections. It also includes an Ethernet port for a stable wired connection.

Connectivity

The Alienware 15 features an HDMI port and an Ethernet port, but does not have USB 2.0 ports or Thunderbolt. It also offers a combo headphone/microphone port, facilitating audio connections.

Keyboard

The backlit keyboard of the Alienware 15 allows for user-friendly operation in dark environments, while a responsive touchpad ensures smooth navigation.

Software

Pre-installed with Windows 8.1, this 64-bit operating system allows for efficient resource management. Drivers are included for quick installation.

Battery

The hybrid nickel-metal (NiMH) battery of 92 Wh offers extended battery life, with a recharge time of 4 hours.

Power

Its AC adapter provides a power of 180 W, with an input voltage of 100 - 240 V, ensuring compatibility with most electrical outlets.

Security

Although the Alienware 15 does not have a security cable port, it includes password protection, ensuring data security.

Weight and Dimensions

Weighing 3207 g, the Alienware 15 has dimensions of 385.8 mm in width, 270.2 mm in depth, and 34 mm in height, making it suitable for various workspaces.

Environmental Conditions

This model operates optimally within a temperature range of 0 to 35 °C and can withstand extreme conditions with a relative humidity of 10 to 90 %.