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Alienware x16 R2 vs ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025: Comparison
What is the difference between Alienware x16 R2 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025?
On vram the spread is 50%, Alienware x16 R2 16 GB against ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025 8 GB, so Alienware x16 R2 takes it.
Alienware x16 R2 vs ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025: which one fits your build
The Alienware x16 R2 is the one to take for slim high-refresh gaming, though it is not built for RAM upgraders. The ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025 suits high-refresh 1440p gaming on a budget, though it is not the pick for Thunderbolt peripheral users. Our rating of the Alienware x16 R2 (8.7/10): the Alienware x16 pairs a Core Ultra 9 185H with RTX 40 series graphics, 32GB of LPDDR5X and a 16 inch 2560 by 1600 IPS panel at 240Hz. It adds Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 7, a 90Wh battery and a free second SSD slot, which is a lot of capability in a slim gaming chassis. The 32GB of memory is soldered and capped at 32GB, so it cannot be expanded. At 2.4 kg, it is still a substantial laptop to carry.
Where the two are identical
Where they agree, they agree completely, laptop class, release year, operating system, cpu brand and sustained power source included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 17 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Alienware x16 R2 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025 differ on series id?
Yes. Series ID reads alienware-x16-r2 on the Alienware x16 R2 versus asus-rog-strix-g16-2025 on the ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025.
Is the GPU Brand the same on the Alienware x16 R2 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025?
It is. Both are listed at NVIDIA, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Alienware x16 R2
- Alienware
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- ASUS
Series
- Alienware x16 R2
- Alienware x16
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- ROG Strix G16
Series ID
- Alienware x16 R2
- alienware-x16-r2
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- asus-rog-strix-g16-2025
SKU Name
- Alienware x16 R2
- Alienware x16 R2 (Ultra 9 185H, RTX 4090, 32GB)
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- ROG Strix G16 G614JI (i9-14900HX, RTX 4070, 16GB)
Chassis Code
- Alienware x16 R2
- x16 R2
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- G614JI
Region Sold
- Alienware x16 R2
- North America
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- Global
Laptop Class
- Alienware x16 R2
- Gaming
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- Gaming
Release Year
- Alienware x16 R2
- 2024
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 2024
Operating System
- Alienware x16 R2
- Windows 11 Home
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- Windows 11 Home
Weight
- Alienware x16 R2
- 2.4 kgBest
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 2.5 kg
CPU Brand
- Alienware x16 R2
- Intel
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- Intel
CPU Model
- Alienware x16 R2
- Core Ultra 9 185H
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- Core i9-14900HX
CPU Cores
- Alienware x16 R2
- 16
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 24Best
CPU Base Power
- Alienware x16 R2
- 45 W
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 55 W
CPU Max Turbo Power
- Alienware x16 R2
- 115 W
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 157 W
Sustained Power Source
- Alienware x16 R2
- Not Measured
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- Not Measured
Power Adapter Wattage
- Alienware x16 R2
- 330 WBest
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 280 W
GPU Brand
- Alienware x16 R2
- NVIDIA
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- NVIDIA
GPU Model
- Alienware x16 R2
- GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
VRAM
- Alienware x16 R2
- 16 GB
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 8 GB-50%
GPU Max Graphics Power
- Alienware x16 R2
- 150 W
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 140 W
Graphics Switching
- Alienware x16 R2
- Advanced Optimus
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- MUX Switch
RAM Capacity
- Alienware x16 R2
- 32 GBBest
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 16 GB
RAM Type
- Alienware x16 R2
- LPDDR5X
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- DDR5
Memory Form Factor
- Alienware x16 R2
- Soldered
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- SO-DIMM
Memory Soldered
- Alienware x16 R2
- Yes
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- No
Max RAM Supported
- Alienware x16 R2
- 32 GB
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 32 GB
RAM Slots
- Alienware x16 R2
- 0
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 2
RAM Slots Free
- Alienware x16 R2
- 0
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 1
Storage Slots
- Alienware x16 R2
- 2
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 2
Storage Slots Free
- Alienware x16 R2
- 1
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 1
Storage Form Factor
- Alienware x16 R2
- M.2 2280
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- M.2 2280
Storage Interface
- Alienware x16 R2
- PCIe 4.0 x4
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- PCIe 4.0 x4
SATA Bay Present
- Alienware x16 R2
- No
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- No
Storage Capacity
- Alienware x16 R2
- 1000 GB
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 1000 GB
Storage Type
- Alienware x16 R2
- NVMe SSD
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- NVMe SSD
Display Size
- Alienware x16 R2
- 16 inches
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 16 inches
Resolution Width
- Alienware x16 R2
- 2560 px
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 2560 px
Resolution Height
- Alienware x16 R2
- 1600 px
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 1600 px
Refresh Rate
- Alienware x16 R2
- 240 Hz
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 240 Hz
Panel Type
- Alienware x16 R2
- IPS
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- IPS
Brightness Condition
- Alienware x16 R2
- Vendor Unstated
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- Vendor Unstated
Touchscreen
- Alienware x16 R2
- No
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- No
Battery Capacity
- Alienware x16 R2
- 90 Wh
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- 90 Wh
Thunderbolt Support
- Alienware x16 R2
- Thunderbolt 4
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- None
WiFi Standard
- Alienware x16 R2
- WiFi 7
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
- WiFi 6E
Which one should you pick?
Choose Alienware x16 R2 if you want the higher VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB) and the higher refresh rate (240 Hz vs 240 Hz).
Choose ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alienware x16 R2 | ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Dell Store | View on Dell Store | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | |
| ASUS Store | View on ASUS Store |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Alienware x16 R2
8.7 / 10 Expert Rating
The Alienware x16 pairs a Core Ultra 9 185H with RTX 40 series graphics, 32GB of LPDDR5X and a 16 inch 2560 by 1600 IPS panel at 240Hz.
ASUS ROG Strix G16 2025
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
The ROG Strix G16 pairs a Core i9-14900HX with RTX 40 series graphics, 16GB of DDR5 and a 16 inch 2560 by 1600 IPS screen at 240Hz.