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Laptop Alienware 17 R3

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The Alienware 17 R3 laptop is a high-end model designed for gaming enthusiasts and professionals seeking exceptional performance. Featuring a 17.3-inch display with a 4K Ultra HD resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels), it offers an immersive visual experience and stunning graphics thanks to its NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M graphics card with 3 GB of dedicated memory.

Equipped with a Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor with 4 cores and a Turbo frequency of up to 3.5 GHz, the Alienware 17 R3 ensures smooth performance for running demanding applications and recent games. With 8 GB of DDR4 memory expandable up to 32 GB, multitasking is optimized to meet the needs of the most demanding users.

In terms of storage, this device combines a 1 TB hard drive with a 128 GB SSD, ensuring ample storage capacity and fast loading times. The immersive audio system, featuring two 2W speakers and a built-in subwoofer, creates a rich sound experience for gaming and movies.

The sleek aluminum and carbon fiber design, combined with a backlit keyboard, adds a modern and functional touch, while connectivity includes multiple USB ports, an HDMI port, and an Ethernet port for optimal connectivity.

Finally, with extended battery life and an efficient cooling system, the Alienware 17 R3 is designed for prolonged gaming sessions without compromising performance. In summary, this laptop is an ideal choice for those seeking a powerful and reliable device, suitable for both work and entertainment.

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Editorial note

The Alienware 17 R3 is a laptop that stands out for its exceptional performance, thanks to an Intel® Core™ i7 processor and an NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970M graphics card. These features allow for a smooth experience for gaming and demanding applications, making it an ideal choice for professionals and gamers. In terms of design, the laptop boasts a robust construction of aluminum and carbon fibers, combining durability and elegance. Its 17.3-inch screen with a 4K Ultra HD resolution ensures exceptional display quality, providing an immersive visual experience. The backlit keyboard and intuitive touchpad are additional assets that enhance the user experience, especially in low-light environments. However, there are some drawbacks to note. Weighing 3780 g, the Alienware 17 R3 can be considered relatively heavy, making it impractical for mobile use. Additionally, the lack of USB 2.0 ports and Thunderbolt ports limits connectivity options, which could frustrate some users. The battery, while having a capacity of 92 Wh, does not mention a maximum autonomy, which can be a disadvantage for those seeking prolonged use without recharging. In summary, the Alienware 17 R3 is a powerful and well-designed laptop, but its weight and certain connectivity limitations may not suit all users.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is very good, with a backlit keyboard and an intuitive touchpad, making it easy to use in low-light environments.

Performance

Performance is optimal thanks to an Intel® Core™ i7 processor and an NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970M graphics card, providing a smooth experience for gaming and demanding applications.

Battery life

The battery has a capacity of 92 Wh, but the lack of maximum runtime mentioned can be a drawback for users looking for extended use without recharging.

Design

The design is robust with aluminum and carbon fiber, ensuring durability and elegance, perfect for professional and personal use.

Features

The product offers a combined storage capacity of 1128 GB and a 17.3-inch screen with a 4K Ultra HD resolution, but lacks USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt ports, limiting some connectivity options.

Usability

Weighing 3780 g makes the product relatively heavy and inconvenient to carry, which can be a problem for mobile users.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i7 processor

17.3-inch 4K Ultra HD display

Combined storage of 1128 GB

Aluminum and carbon fiber construction

Backlit keyboard for low light

Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity

Disadvantages

Relatively heavy to carry

Lacks USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt ports

Battery life not specified

Non-touch 4K display

No built-in card reader

Technical Specifications 17 R3

General Information

Design

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

Memory

  • Internal memory
    8 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR4-SDRAM
  • Memory frequency
    2133 MHz
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    32 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Other features

  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    32 GB
  • LightScribe
    No
  • Power adapter included
    Yes

Storage support

  • Total storage capacity
    1128 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD+SSD
  • Number of installed SSDs
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    1000 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA III
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    7200 RPM
  • Hard drive size
    2.5 "
  • Number of installed SSDs
    1
  • Capacity of the Solid State Drive (SSD)
    128 GB
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    SD, SDHC, SDXC
  • Optical reader
    No

Screen

  • Screen size
    17.3 "
  • Screen resolution
    3840 x 2160 pixels
  • Dual-screen
    No
  • LED backlighting
    Yes
  • Image format
    16:9
  • Screen brightness
    400 cd/m²
  • No pixel
    0.0995 x 0.0995 mm
  • Type of panel
    IPS
  • Type HD
    4K Ultra HD
  • Dual-screen
    No

Audio

  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Speaker power
    2 W
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

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

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Bluetooth model
    4.1
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s
  • Wifi standards
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

Connectivity

  • Quantity of Thunderbolt ports
    0
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    3
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt ports
    0
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • HDMI version
    2.0
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt ports
    0
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt ports
    0
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Special features of the processor

  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Supported instruction set
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0
  • Processor code
    SR2FQ
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    2.0
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    No
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    No
  • Graphic lithography and IMC
    14 nm
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    No
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    No
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    1.00
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • SIPP Version (Intel® Stable Image Platform Program)
    0.00
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    1.00
  • Processor packaging size
    42 x 28 mm
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Processor ID ARK
    88967
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    1.00

Keyboard

  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Pointing device
    Touchpad

Software

  • Drivers included
    Yes
  • Installed operating system
    Windows 10 Home
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit

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

  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • 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
    3780 g
  • Width
    430 mm
  • Depth
    291.9 mm
  • Height
    34.4 mm

Packaging contents

  • 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

Processor

  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i7
  • Processor model
    i7-6700HQ
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    3.5 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    4
  • Number of processor threads
    8
  • Processor frequency
    2.6 GHz
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor lithography
    14 nm
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    BGA 1440
  • Stepping
    R0
  • Computer bus
    8 GT/s
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    3.0
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Processor cache memory
    6 Mo
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Bus type
    DMI3
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    45 W
  • Processor code name
    Skylake
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i7-6700 Mobile Processor Series
  • ECC supported by the processor
    No
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Configurable TDP down
    35 W
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i7 6th Generation

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 530
  • 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
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • NVIDIA GameWorks VR
    No
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • CUDA cores
    1280
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    350 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1050 MHz
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0x191B
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    1.7 GB
  • Integrated graphics card DirectX version
    12.0
  • OpenGL version of integrated graphics card
    4.4
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

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, if your connection is 25 Mb/s, you can theoretically download 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is generally measured in inches, with 1 inch equivalent to 2.54 centimeters. This size corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, which you 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 transmission of audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, it is recommended to use a slightly damp cloth or a soft, clean fabric. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, compressed air is ideal.
How should I proceed to 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, with a range of about ten meters.
What is the weight of the Alienware 17 R3?
The Alienware 17 R3 weighs 3780 g.
What is the screen size of the Alienware 17 R3?
The screen of the Alienware 17 R3 measures 17.3 inches.
What is the height of the Alienware 17 R3?
The Alienware 17 R3 has a height of 34.4 mm.
How long does it take to charge the battery of the Alienware 17 R3?
The battery of the Alienware 17 R3 takes 4 hours to charge completely.
What is the resolution of the screen of the Alienware 17 R3?
The screen of the Alienware 17 R3 has a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels.
What is the width of the Alienware 17 R3?
The Alienware 17 R3 measures 430 mm in width.
What is the depth of the Alienware 17 R3?
The Alienware 17 R3 has a depth of 291.9 mm.
Is the manual for the Alienware 17 R3 available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Alienware 17 R3 is not available in French, but it is available in English.

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General Information

The Alienware 17 R3 is a laptop from the renowned brand Alienware, known for its quality and innovations in the field of information technology. This model, identified by the name 17 R3 | AW17R3-3758SLV, is designed to deliver optimal performance and an enhanced user experience. The EAN code, which allows for unique identification in the distribution system, is 5397063819928, 5397063819935, 5397063819942, 884116247753, 0884116203988.

Design

This laptop features a robust and elegant design, with an aluminum and carbon fiber chassis, combining durability and aesthetics. Available in black and silver, it stands out with a bar format, ideal for versatile use. Primarily aimed at gamers and professionals, this model incorporates features that meet specific needs.

Memory

The Alienware 17 R3 is equipped with 8 GB of DDR4-SDRAM memory, with a frequency of 2133 MHz, providing efficient data and application management. It has two SO-DIMM slots, allowing for memory expansion up to 32 GB, which is ideal for users requiring high processing capacity.

Storage

This model offers a total storage capacity of 1128 GB, combining a 1000 GB hard drive at 7200 RPM and a 128 GB SSD. This configuration ensures fast loading times while providing flexibility in data management. It supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards, facilitating file transfer.

Screen

Equipped with a 17.3-inch screen with a 4K Ultra HD resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels), the Alienware 17 R3 offers exceptional display quality. The IPS panel guarantees vibrant colors and excellent image quality, while the LED backlighting enhances visibility in low-light conditions.

Audio

The audio system includes two built-in speakers of 2 W each, providing an immersive listening experience. An integrated subwoofer and a microphone ensure clear and precise sound quality, ideal for calls and gaming sessions.

Camera

The front camera of the Alienware 17 R3 allows for video calls with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and a video capture speed of 30 fps. This guarantees sharp and smooth images, perfect for online communications.

Connectivity

This model features advanced connectivity with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 4.1, allowing for fast and reliable connections. It is also equipped with an Ethernet port for a stable network connection, although it does not include USB 2.0 ports or Thunderbolt.

Processor

The Alienware 17 R3 is powered by an Intel® Core™ i7-6700HQ processor, offering a base frequency of 2.6 GHz and a Turbo frequency of 3.5 GHz. With 4 cores and 8 threads, it efficiently handles multitasking, ensuring optimal performance for demanding applications.

Battery

The battery, featuring nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) technology, includes 8 cells for a capacity of 92 Wh. Although the maximum battery life is not specified, it is designed to provide extended use, with a recharge time of approximately 4 hours.

Weight and Dimensions

Weighing 3780 g, the Alienware 17 R3 has dimensions of 430 mm in width, 291.9 mm in depth, and 34.4 mm in height, making it suitable for desktop use although it is relatively heavy for portable use.

Environmental Conditions

The Alienware 17 R3 operates within a temperature range of 0 to 35 °C and can withstand storage temperatures ranging from -40 to 65 °C. It is designed to function effectively in environments with variable humidity, with an operating relative humidity of 10 to 90 %.