MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WI-1257IN Gaming Laptop vs Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop
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Quick Comparison
| Name | MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WI-1257IN Gaming Laptop | Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop |
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 18 in | 16 in |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 5090 |
| Price | Rs. 549990 | Rs. 531990 |
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Price And Launch
The cost of MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WI-1257IN Gaming Laptop is Rs. 549990. The cost of Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop is Rs. 531990.
Display comparison
Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop has screen size of 16 in inches which falls short to MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WI-1257IN Gaming Laptop's 18 in inch screen. Alienware's laptop has display density of 189 PPI & MSI's laptop has only 178 PPI display density
Memory comparison
Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop's larger 64 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WI-1257IN Gaming Laptop's lower 32 GB RAM.
Processor Comparison
First Laptop has Intel Core Ultra 9 processor whereas second laptop has Intel Core Ultra 9. Both Laptops have CPU Cache of 36 MB.
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| Name | MSI Raider 18 Max HX A2WI-1257IN Gaming Laptop | Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptop |
| General | ||
| Series | Raider 18 Max HX | Alienware Area-51 |
| Model | A2WI-1257IN | |
| Utility | Performance, Gaming | Gaming |
| OS | Windows 11 Home (64-bit) | Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| Weight | 3.6 kg | 3.4 kg |
| Warranty | 2 years Warranty | 1 year Warranty |
| Display | ||
| Type | IPS-Level panel | |
| Touch | No | No |
| Size | 18 inches | 16 inches |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| PPI | ~ 178 PPI | ~ 189 PPI |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | |
| Anti Glare Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Features | 100% DCI-P3(Typical), VESA DisplayHDR 1000 Certified | 3ms, 100% DCI-P3 gamut, 500 nits, ComfortView Plus, NVIDIA G-SYNC + Advanced Optimus |
| Connectivity | ||
| Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | No |
| WiFi | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 (2x2 320Hz) |
| Bluetooth | v5.4 | v5.4 |
| USB Ports | 2 x USB Type-C, 3 x USB 3.0 | 2 x USB Type-C, 3 x USB 3.0 |
| USB Port Details | 3x Type-A USB3.2 Gen2, 2x Thunderbolt 5 (DisplayPort/ Power Delivery 3.1) | 2 USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) 1 USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) 2 Thunderbolt 5 Port |
| Thunderbolt | 2x Thunderbolt 5 | 2x Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI 2.1 Port | 1 x HDMI 2.1 Port |
| Card Reader | 1x SD Express Card Reader | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes | |
| Microphone In | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Security Lock Port | Kensington Lock | |
| Input | ||
| Camera | IR FHD type (30fps@1080p) with HDR | Yes |
| Keyboard | Per-Key RGB Gaming Keyboard by SteelSeries with Copilot Key | English US CherryMX Ultra low-profile Mechanical Keyboard with Per-key AlienFX RGB Lighting |
| Keyboard Backlit | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad | Yes | Yes |
| Inbuilt Microphone | Array Microphone | Dual Array Microphones |
| Speakers | 4x 2W Audio Speaker 2x 2W Audio Woofer | Woofer: 2W x 2 = 4W Total, Tweeter: 2W x 2 = 4W Total |
| Sound | Hi-Res Audio Ready, Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer, Sound by Dynaudio | |
| Optical Drive | No | No |
| Processor | ||
| Processor | Intel Core 9 290HX Plus | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| Speed | 8 x 2.7 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 5.5 GHz) Performance Cores 16 x 1.8 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 4.7 GHz) Efficient Cores | 8 x 2.7 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 5.4 GHz) Performance Cores 16 x 2.1 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 4.6 GHz) Efficient Cores |
| Cores | 24 Cores (8P + 16E), 24 Threads | 24 Cores (8P + 16E), 24 Threads |
| Cache | 36 MB | 36 MB |
| Brand | Intel | Intel |
| Series | Core 9 | Core Ultra 9 |
| Model | 290HX Plus | 275HX |
| Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 |
| Process Node | TSMC N3B | |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 5090 |
| Dedicated Memory | GDDR7 16 GB | GDDR7 24 GB |
| Brand | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 32 GB DDR5 | 64 GB DDR5 |
| RAM Bus Speed | 6400 MHz | 6400MT/s |
| Solid State Drive | 2 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD |
| SSD Interface | NVMe PCIe Gen5 | NVMe |
| Battery | ||
| Battery | 99.9 Wh, 4 Cell Battery | 96 Wh, 6 Cell Battery |
| Adapter Type | 400W | |
| Battery Details | Li-ion | |
| Extra | ||
| Sales Package | Laptop, Power Adapter | |
| Other Features | Fingerprint Security, Firmware Trusted Platform Module(fTPM) 2.0, Kensington Lock, Webcam Shutter | |