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Alienware 16x Aurora AC16251
A entry-level laptop for everyday users and creators, leading with 16 in.
49/100
16 inCore Ultra 9RTX 507032 GB1000 GBWQXGA
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Why we rate it
- NPU
- Upgradeable storage
- Backlit keyboard
- Above-average refresh rate
- Below-average gpu vram
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Alienware 16x Aurora AC16251 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size16 "
Panel typeWQXGA
Resolution2560
Aspect ratio16
Refresh rate240 Hz
DCI-P3 coverage100
Design and build
Weight2.66 kg
Performance
CPUCore Ultra 9
CPU cores24
CPU max clock5.4 GHz
GPURTX 5070
GPU VRAM8 GB
NPUYes
Memory and storage
RAM32 GB
RAM typeDDR5
RAM speed5600 MHz
Storage1000 GB
Storage typeNVMe
Upgradeable storageYes
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowAlienware 16x Aurora AC16251 vs Razer Razer Blade 16 (2024)
Alienware 16x Aurora AC16251Razer Blade 16 (2024)
| AlienwareAlienware 16x Aurora AC16251This page | RazerRazer Blade 16 (2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49 /100 | 49 /100 |
| Size | 16 " | 16 " |
| Weight | 2.66 kg | 2.45 kgBetter |
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage | 1000 GB | 1000 GB |
| CPU | Core Ultra 9 | Intel Core i9-14900HX |
| GPU | RTX 5070 | RTX 4080 |
Who it's for
Is the Alienware 16x Aurora AC16251 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Alienware 16x Aurora AC16251 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 49/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Alienware 16x Aurora AC16251?
Its npu stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5?
The MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5 scores 50/100 versus this one at 49/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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