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Dell Displays New Alienware Devices

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Dell has announced its latest Alienware devices, the X15 R2 and X17 R2.

Commenting on the awaited launch of the new range, Anand Subramanya, Director, Product Marketing, Consumer and Small Business, Dell Technologies, India, said, “Alienware and performance are synonymous with each other for decades. For the ever-evolving Indian gaming community, the Alienware X15 and X17 are an attestation of the brand’s evolution that is driven by next-level performance and motivated by portability. Our latest line-up delivers the best design, thermal controls, and robust technologies enhancing immersive gaming experience and delivering the thrill for the enthusiasts!” “We have been paying close attention to the needs of the casual and hardcore gamers and content creators and our product innovation is centred to meet the varied customer requirements.”, he further added.

The company reports that the Alienware X-Series achieves its super-thin form factor by leveraging ‘premium’ materials such as magnesium and stamped aluminium with CNC for structural rigidity, thinness and lightness. The X-Series comes with a low VOC (volatile organic compounds) waterborne paint. Its gaming features include the use of Cryo-Tech cooling technology that features Element 31, which is a thermal interface material (TIM) concocted from encapsulated gallium-silicone liquid metal compound,  Quad-Fan design for airflow (using evacuative fans and dual opposite outlet fans for thermal control, along with AI-powered Smart Fan control technology that enables independent control over each fan) and Thermal Control Circuit offset (TCC offset) offering five Tailored Power States (TPS) to choose from viz. Full Speed (max power), Performance mode (graphics priority), Balanced mode (balanced CPU/GPU), Cool mode (low-temperature priority) and Quiet mode (acoustics priority).

The X-Series also includes Alienware’s HyperEfficient Voltage Regulation technology, which is, reportedly, capable of up to 12-phase (on the X17) or 8-phase graphics voltage regulation (on the X15). It features AlienFX stadium lighting (an independent and programmable lighting zone that gamers can personalise through the Alienware Command Center), panel options such as ComfortView Plus, NVIDIA G-SYNC on the FHD 360Hz display option with QHD 240Hz (for X17) and FHD360Hz display (for X15). Other features on the X17 include Cherry MX keyboard and an upgrade of DDR5 memory after purchase.

Both devices come in Lunar Light colour and are available for purchase across Dell Exclusive Stores (DES), Dell.com large format retail, and multi-brand outlets at a price of INR 2,49,990 (X15 R2) and INR 2,99,990 (X17 R2).

Alienware X-Series consists of the brand’s thinnest laptops yet

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Dell Technologies has announced Alienware’s latest X-series portfolio which boasts of an advanced cooling technology and the latest design. The new Alienware X-series are packed with the latest and fastest processors and hardware, delivering an exceptional performance in top gaming titles, and also, in any task the user performs.

Let’s get right into the computers’ specifications. The Alienware x15 and x17, which are also the brand’s thinnest 15-inch and 17-inch gaming laptops, are powered by the 11th gen Intel Core i9H-series and the i9K CPU, respectively. They are also equipped with up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 GPUs.

These gaming laptops feature Alienware’s Cryo-Tech cooling technology which introduces Element 31, an exclusive thermal interface material (TIM) derived from Encapsulated Gallium-Silicone liquid metal compound. This material is situated between the CPU and its thermal elements in order the disperse heath and alleviate spikes in core temperatures. The internal thermal resistance, through this tech, is improved by 25% when compared to the Alienware m15 R4. Long hours of gameplay call for better performance which is also supported by the HyperEfficient Volatage Regulation.

The addition of the Alienware Quad Fan – which blows air efficiently through the system, chassis, and internal hotspots – and Alienware’s patent-pending Smart Fan control which speeds up or slows down to deliver optimum cooling, further enhances the system’s heat dispersion technology.

Both, the x15 and the x17, come with a dedicated 1TB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD and while the x15 comes with the option to choose between a 16 or 32GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM, the x17 comes with a 32GB DDR4 XMP 3466MHz RAM.

The x15, as the name suggests, is equipped with 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080). The x17, on the other hand, features a 17.3″ FHD (1920 x 1080) screen. The specs of screens of both computers are 360Hz 1ms and come with with ComfortView Plus, NVIDIA G-SYNC and Advanced Optimus; and also feature 300-nits brightness and 100% sRGB color gamut.

With respect to the GPUs, the x15 offers the options of RTX 3060, RTX 3070, and RTX 3080 (all 8GB GDDR6) while the x17 offers the options of RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6 and RTX 3080 16GB GDDR6.

The Alienware X-series also comes with the ‘Thermal Control Circuit offset’ (TCC offset) which lets gamers set a threshold limit for CPU temperature, thus, assuring that the system CPU temperature will remain within the defined range.

These laptops also come with 5 specifically tailored power states:

  • Full Speed (max power)
  • Performance mode (graphics priority)
  • Balanced mode (balanced CPU/GPU)
  • Battery saver (low temperature priority)
  • Quiet Mode (acoustics priority)

The Alienware X-series computers come with a CHERRY MX keyboard with a 3.5mm ultra-low-profile design with German stainless-steel mechanical components. They also come with a Windows Hello IR camera for facial biometric logins. Additionally, the laptops come with the evolved AlienFX stadium lighting which consists of up to 100 micro-LEDs on the X17 (90 on the x15) and can be utilised as an independent and customisable lighting zone by gamers through the Alienware Command Center.

The Alienware X-series comes with a 240W power adapter and it comes with sustainable packaging made from 92% recycled or renewable materials. The X-series comes in the Lunar Light colour with high endurance clear coat and silky smooth finish.

  • The Alienware x15 is available at a starting price of INR 2,40,990
  • The Alienware x17 is available at a starting price of INR 290,990

Both the laptops are available through Dell’s website.

Style Redefined: Dell XPS 13 9300

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From Rs. 1,44,990, dell.co.in

The Dell XPS 13 has been one of our favourite laptops, and now they have updated the 2020 edition with refined aesthetics and improved performance.

Staying true to its roots, this 13.4-incher is designed to fit in an 11-inch notebook body that boasts an InfinityEdge display with a screen-to-body ratio of 91.5% and protected edge-to-edge by Corning Gorilla Glass 6. If that’s not enough, the screen supports 4K+ resolution with HDR and Dolby Vision support, 100% sRGB and 90% DCI-P3 colour gamut for lifelike colours and picture quality.

XPS 13 is all about class, which is why the notebook is crafted from premium materials for aesthetics and also at the same time, for durability and reliability. Cut from two blocks of aluminium, the XPS 13 is sculpted by CNC machining process and features double-anodised side edges allowing for nearly bezel-less display. The choice of colour also influences XPS 13’s design with the dark variant featuring carbon fiber palm rest for superior heat-resistance or arctic white woven glass fiber for the white variant.

Performance-wise, the Dell XPS 13 packs enough grunt with Intel’s 10th Gen Core i5 or Core i7 processor and up to 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM with up to 1TB SSD storage. On the connectivity front, there’s Killer Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 and two Thunderbolt 3 Type-C ports that grace on either side with a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card reader. Running Windows 10, the Dell XPS 13 promises an all-day battery life with up to 18 hours on a single charge with a Full HD+ display or over 12 hours with UHD+.

Learn more about Dell XPS 13.

Dell XPS 13 9300
Dell XPS 13 9300 Keyboard
Dell XPS 13 9300 CNC design
Woven Glass Fiber Palm Rest

Dell XPS 17 makes a bold statement with its premium features

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Dell’s XPS series has, overall, been for those who require high computing power and desktop-level efficiencies in notebooks, and mainly for those who can spend that much to afford an XPS laptop. However, despite the high costs working against them, the Dell XPS 17 – which was launched in India on August 18 – comes off as a heavy-hitter offering some premium configurations and an overall ‘ultrabook’ feel to it.

Getting into the hardware and functionality of the notebook, the XPS 17 is powered by the latest 10th-Gen Intel Core i7 processors and its variants are equipped with the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti 4GB DDR6 GPU, enabling users – ranging from gaming enthusiasts to creators – to even run the latest games and edit videos and photographs rather seamlessly.

The Dell XPS 17 offers a 17” display delivering an immersive 4K Ultra HD+ resolution of 3840×2400. To protect eyes from the blue light emissions, the display also consists of the ‘Eyesafe’ display technology, which is catching on in laptops and smartphones. The display offers a 100% Adobe RGB and a 94% DCI-P3 colour gamut as well.

Dell’s minimalist design is brought out in the XPS 17 which is made from two pieces of machined aluminium and aerospace-inspired carbon fiber. Dell mentions that it is lightweight but the laptops start at 2.11kg and go up to a maximum of 2.5kg, depending on the configurations the users choose.  

Along with a 16GB DDR4 RAM, the Dell XPS runs on Windows 10 Pro and consists of the 4 Thunderbolt 3 DisplayPort with power delivery in addition to a headset port. Similar to those on the XPS 15, the Dell XPS 17 features the Waves Nx 3D audio for speakers which have been worked on by the Grammy-winning producer – Jack Joseph Puig. The Dell XPS 17 is available in 2 customisable variants, with the lower variant offering a Full HD display resolution. The laptops start at a steep price of Rs. 2,09,500 and are available on Dell’s website and on Amazon.

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Dell, Alienware launch a new range of gaming laptops

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Addressing the needs of casual, intermediate and serious gamers alike, Dell and its well-known subsidiary – Alienware – have launched four new laptops to strengthen their gaming portfolio. The new Dell G5 15, G5 15 SE, and G3 15, are new additions to the pre-existing G series which was launched in 2017; whereas the slim and impressive Alienware M15 R3 is a new product for professionals and enthusiasts.

Starting with the Dell G5 15 SE, the laptop comes in a premium Supernova Silver finish with stylish blue accents. It features the AMD Ryzen 4000 H-Series Mobile Processors, with up to 8 cores and 16 threads and paired with an AMD Radeon RX 5600M GPU, thus delivering desktop-grade performance on demanding games. The power and the load is constantly shifted between the Ryzen and the Radeon GPU through the AMD SmartShift technology. The G5 15 SE is equipped with a 16-inch Full HD IPS display and also has a 51WHr battery. A customisable red-backlit keyboard adds to the flair of the G5 15 SE which is priced from Rs. 74,990.

The Dell G5 15, on the other hand, runs on a 10th Generation Intel Core i7 processor. It’s powered by an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650Ti GPU and it houses a ‘dual-fan’ cooling technology and large cooling vents for adequate thermal heat dissipation. The G5 15 supports 4K and its pricing starts from Rs. 82,500.

  • Alienware M15 R3
  • Dell G5 15 SE

Pricing for the G3 15 starts from Rs. 73,990 and it too runs on 10th generation Intel Core i7 processors, and are available with the Nvidia GeForce GFX 1650 and the 1650Ti. The G3 15 also offers a 51WHr battery and a dual-fan cooling system. Along with a 6GB DDR6 dedicated memory, the G3 15 also offers a 16GB DDR4 system memory along with a 512GB SSD storage.

The Alienware M15 R3 is a powerhouse with an Nvidia RTX 2080 Max-Q graphics and 10th generation Core i9K processor. It’s equipped with an OLED 4K display screen with an innovative ‘Eyesafe Display Technology’ that reduces the amount of high-energy blue light emission. The display panel also offers a refresh rate of 300Hz and an sRGB 100% colour gamut for superior visuals. The M15 R3 also possesses one of the world’s most advanced eye-tracker designed with Tobii Reflex and spotlight. Additionally, the M15 R3 boast of an advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech thermal technology with a new Vapour chamber technology for uncompromised performance. The chassis of the laptop is made of Magnesium-Alloy for structural rigidity and lightness. Pricing for the Alienware M15 R3 starts from Rs. 1,99,990.

These new laptops are available with their respective colour and RAM/ROM variants on Amazon, Flipkart, Dell exclusive stores and other large stores.