Thumbnail of product 18 from brand Alienware
Logo of brand Alienware

Laptop Alienware 18

Alienware
Computers and accessories
Laptop

Discover the Alienware 18 laptop, designed to deliver an uncompromising gaming and performance experience. With a 18.4-inch display featuring a Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution, enjoy images with exceptional clarity. Equipped with a powerful Intel® Core™ i7-4940MX processor running at 3.1 GHz (up to 4 GHz Turbo), this model ensures smooth performance for demanding applications and games.

Its memory configuration includes 32 GB of DDR3L RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking and fast application loading. For storage, the Alienware 18 offers a total capacity of 2080 GB thanks to a combination of a 2000 GB HDD and an 80 GB SSD, providing great flexibility for all your files.

The robust design in aluminum and magnesium ensures both durability and elegance, while the stereo audio system with a built-in subwoofer guarantees an immersive sound experience. Additionally, the backlit keyboard allows for comfortable use in low-light environments.

For connectivity, the laptop is equipped with several ports, including an HDMI port and a Mini DisplayPort, making it easy to connect to various devices. With features like Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.0, stay connected to your wireless networks.

In summary, the Alienware 18 is a high-performance laptop, ideal for users looking for a powerful and versatile machine for gaming and professional tasks.

Manual of product 18

First page image of the manual for 18

User Manual
2 pages
View manual
8 10

Editorial note

The Alienware 18 stands out for its exceptional performance, thanks to an Intel® Core™ i7 X-series Extreme Edition processor and 32 GB of memory, making it an ideal choice for gaming and resource-intensive applications. Its 18.4-inch Full HD display provides an immersive visual experience, while its modern aluminum and magnesium design ensures both durability and elegance. However, the high weight of 5830 g may pose portability issues for those seeking a easily movable computer. Additionally, while its battery life is decent, it is not specified, which could concern users on extended trips. The lack of USB 2.0 ports and modern connectivity like Thunderbolt may also limit its compatibility with certain peripherals. Finally, the installed Windows 7 Ultimate operating system is outdated and may not receive necessary security updates, posing a potential risk to data security. Overall, the Alienware 18 offers excellent performance, but it is important to consider these drawbacks before making a choice.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is very good thanks to an 18.4-inch Full HD screen and a sleek design. However, the weight can be a drawback for portability.

Performance

The performance is exceptional thanks to the Intel® Core™ i7 X-series Extreme Edition processor and 32 GB of memory, making it an excellent choice for gaming and demanding applications.

Battery life

The battery life is decent but unspecified, which can pose problems during extended travel without access to a power outlet.

Design

The design is modern and sleek, with an aluminum and magnesium casing that adds to durability, although some users may prefer a less 'gamer' style.

Value for money

Although the product offers excellent performance for its price, the lack of USB 2.0 ports and modern connectivity like Thunderbolt may limit its value for money.

Support

The installed Windows 7 Ultimate operating system is outdated and may not receive necessary updates, posing risks to data security.

Advantages

Exceptional performance with i7 X-series processor

18.4-inch immersive Full HD display

Aluminum casing, sleek and durable design

Storage capacity of 2080 GB

Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity

Disadvantages

Heavy weight, difficult to transport

Unspecified battery life

Lack of USB 2.0 ports

Gamer design, not discreet

Obsolete Windows 7, risky security

Technical Specifications 18

General Information

Design

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

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    3.1 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i7 X-series Extreme Edition
  • Processor model
    i7-4940MX
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    4 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    4
  • Number of processor threads
    8
  • Computer bus
    5 GT/s
  • Processor cache memory
    8 Mo
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    Socket G3
  • Processor cache type
    L3
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor lithography
    22 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • ECC supported by the processor
    Non
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    57 W
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    3.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Bus type
    DMI2
  • Processor code name
    Haswell
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i7 4th generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel® HM87

Memory

  • Maximum internal memory
    32 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3L-SDRAM
  • Memory frequency
    1600 MHz
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    4 x 8 GB
  • Memory locations
    4x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    32 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Other features

  • LightScribe
    -
  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    32 GB
  • Power adapter included
    Yes

Storage support

  • Total storage capacity
    2080 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD+SSD
  • Number of installed SSDs
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    2000 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA III
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Hard drive size
    2.5 "
  • Number of installed SSDs
    1
  • Capacity of the Solid State Drive (SSD)
    80 GB
  • Interface of the Solid State Drive (SSD)
    mSATA
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    Memory Stick (MS), MMC, MMC+, MS PRO, SD, SDHC, SDXC
  • Optical reader
    Blu-Ray ROM

Screen

  • Display area
    -
  • Screen size
    18.4 "
  • Screen resolution
  • Touch screen
    1920 x 1080 pixels
  • LED backlighting
  • Type HD
    No
  • Image format
  • No pixel
    Yes
  • Full HD
  • 16:9
  • 0.213 x 0.213 mm

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 4600
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 880M
  • Dedicated graphics card memory
    16 GB
  • Type of graphics card
    GDDR5
  • Number of distinct graphics cards installed
    2
  • Number of distinct graphics cards installed
    2
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    400 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1350 MHz
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

Audio

  • Audio system
    Dolby Home Theater
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

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

Network

  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s
  • Bluetooth model
    4.0
  • Wi-Fi standard
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes

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
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • 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
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 7 Ultimate
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Provided software
    Alienware Command Center
  • Testing software
    AlienFX
  • AlienTouch
  • AlienFusion
  • AlienAdrenaline w/Accelerator
  • Alienware TactX
  • Microsoft Office

Special features of the processor

  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    2.0
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    37.5 x 37.5 x 4.7 mm
  • Supported instruction set
    AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Processor ID ARK
    78940

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Number of battery cells
    8
  • Maximum battery life
    - h
  • Battery capacity
    86 Wh

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

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    Yes
  • Cable lock location type
    Kensington

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    5830 g
  • Width
    456.5 mm
  • Depth
    327.89 mm
  • Height
    53.58 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)
    10 - 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 have. For example, if your connection is 25 Mb/s, it 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 usually indicated in inches, with one inch equivalent to 2.54 centimeters. This size corresponds to the diagonal measurement of the screen, which you should take by measuring 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, a slightly damp cloth or a soft, clean tissue is recommended. To eliminate dust in hard-to-reach areas, it is advisable to use compressed air.
How should I proceed to clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to dislodge dirt. The keys can also be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for wireless data transmission between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the range of this connection can reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the Alienware 18?
The weight of the Alienware 18 is 5830 g.
What is the screen size of the Alienware 18?
The screen of the Alienware 18 measures 18.4 inches.
What is the height of the Alienware 18?
The Alienware 18 has a height of 53.58 mm.
What is the resolution of the Alienware 18 screen?
The resolution of the Alienware 18 screen is 1920 x 1080 pixels.
What is the width of the Alienware 18?
The Alienware 18 measures 456.5 mm in width.
What is the depth of the Alienware 18?
The depth of the Alienware 18 is 327.89 mm.
Is the manual for the Alienware 18 available in French?
Yes, the manual for the Alienware 18 is available in French.

Similar products

Alienware 17 R3
1
Alienware Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Alienware 17 R3
Discover the technical sheet of 17 R3 from Alienware and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Sony Vaio PCG-QR20
1
Sony Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Sony Vaio PCG-QR20
Discover the technical sheet of Vaio PCG-QR20 from Sony and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Alienware M17x R3
1
Alienware Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Alienware M17x R3
Discover the technical sheet of M17x R3 from Alienware and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Sony Vaio VGN-FS295XP
1
Sony Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Sony Vaio VGN-FS295XP
Discover the technical sheet of Vaio VGN-FS295XP from Sony and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Sony Vaio VGN-CR29XN
1
Sony Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Sony Vaio VGN-CR29XN
Discover the technical sheet of Vaio VGN-CR29XN from Sony and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Sony Vaio VGN-FE39VP
1
Sony Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Sony Vaio VGN-FE39VP
Discover the technical sheet of Vaio VGN-FE39VP from Sony and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Toshiba X500
1
Toshiba Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Toshiba X500
Discover the technical sheet of X500 from Toshiba and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Alienware 13
2
Alienware Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Alienware 13
Discover the technical sheet of 13 from Alienware and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Sony Vaio VGN-C2M
1
Sony Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Sony Vaio VGN-C2M
Discover the technical sheet of Vaio VGN-C2M from Sony and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Alienware 17 R4
1
Alienware Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Alienware 17 R4
Discover the technical sheet of 17 R4 from Alienware and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Alienware 13 R3
1
Alienware Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Alienware 13 R3
Discover the technical sheet of 13 R3 from Alienware and its manuals...
Available manuals:

Alienware 14
2
Alienware Computers and accessories Laptop
Thumbnail of product Alienware 14
Discover the technical sheet of 14 from Alienware and its manuals...
Available manuals:

More product categories from brand Alienware

More product types from brand Alienware

Presentation of product 18 specifications from brand Alienware

General Information

The Alienware 18 is a laptop from the renowned brand Alienware, famous for its commitment to quality and technological innovation. Its model, identified by the code ALW1827490SLV, is designed to deliver exceptional performance, ensuring an optimal user experience. The EAN code, 0884116147428, allows for precise product identification in distribution systems.

Design

Designed in the form of a laptop, the Alienware 18 stands out with its modern aesthetic, featuring a black and silver finish that gives it an elegant look. Its structure made of aluminum and magnesium not only ensures remarkable robustness but also a refined design. This model is specifically geared towards gamers, incorporating features suited for professionals and gaming enthusiasts.

Processor

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i7 X-series Extreme Edition processor, the Alienware 18 boasts a frequency of 3.1 GHz, which can reach 4 GHz in Turbo mode. With 4 cores and 8 threads, this processor is optimized to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, thus ensuring smooth performance during demanding applications. Its 8 MB cache and 22 nm lithography also contribute to energy efficiency and rapid execution of processes.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard integrates an Intel® HM87 chipset, designed to optimize resource management and ensure reliable performance.

Memory

The Alienware 18 is equipped with 32 GB of DDR3L-SDRAM RAM, with a frequency of 1600 MHz. Its configuration of 4 x 8 GB and SO-DIMM slots ensure a large storage capacity and optimal performance for applications and games.

Storage Support

With a total capacity of 2080 GB, combining a 2000 GB hard drive and an 80 GB SSD, the Alienware 18 offers impressive storage flexibility. The SATA III interface ensures fast data transfer, while the Blu-Ray ROM drive allows reading and writing on optical media.

Screen

The 18.4-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels provides an immersive visual experience. Although the model does not offer a touchscreen, it benefits from LED backlighting, enhancing visibility in low-light conditions.

Graphics

For graphics performance, the Alienware 18 integrates an NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 880M graphics adapter with a dedicated memory of 16 GB. This configuration is ideal for gaming and multimedia applications, providing a smooth visual experience.

Audio

The stereo audio system with 2 built-in speakers and a subwoofer allows for high-quality immersive sound, while an integrated microphone facilitates communications.

Network

The Alienware 18 supports Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), offering fast and reliable wireless connections. It also includes an Ethernet/LAN port for a stable network connection.

Connectivity

This model is equipped with an HDMI port and a Mini DisplayPort for connectivity with various devices. However, it does not have USB 2.0 ports or Thunderbolt, which may limit some connectivity options.

Keyboard

The full keyboard of the Alienware 18 is backlit, making it easier to use in dark environments. It includes Windows keys for quick access to system features.

Software

Pre-installed with Windows 7 Ultimate, the operating system is designed to provide a smooth user experience. The Alienware Command Center software and other tools optimize the device's performance.

Battery

Equipped with a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery with 8 cells and a capacity of 86 Wh, the Alienware 18 offers extended battery life, although the exact usage duration is not specified.

Weight and Dimensions

Weighing 5830 g, this laptop may be less convenient to carry. Its dimensions of 456.5 mm x 327.89 mm x 53.58 mm make it suitable for stationary use while still being compact enough for occasional transport.

Environmental Conditions

The Alienware 18 is designed to operate within a temperature range of 0 to 35 °C and can withstand extreme conditions ranging from -40 to 65 °C when not in operation. It also ensures stable performance in a relative humidity of 10 to 90 %.