Alienware M15 vs. Razer Blade Pro 17

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Razer Blade Pro 17
Razer Blade Pro 17

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Alienware M15 and Razer Blade Pro 17. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Razer Blade Pro 17 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Blade Pro 17 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sleek, attractive design

ample connectivity options

robust build quality

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Alienware M15 and Razer Blade Pro 17
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Alienware M15 vs. Razer Blade Pro 17 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.25 cm x 27.5 cm x 1.999 cm 39.5 cm x 26 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.75 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Epic silver Matte black
DISPLAY Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 127
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.179 mm pixel pitch Micro-bezel design, 6 mm bezel
PROCESSOR Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2667 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 720p
Resolution 2 Megapixel -
Camera Features 74.9 degrees IR camera, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3281-CG -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Killer Wireless-AC 1550 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2500 -
BATTERY Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 70.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 19.5 V 230 Watt
INPUT Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, 4-zone illumination Anti-ghosting, gesture function, Razer Synapse enabled, per key Chroma, LED-backlit, RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Slots - 1 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Graphics Amplifier Port
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Razer Synapse 3
MISCELLANEOUS Alienware M15 Razer Blade Pro 17
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - IR face unlock
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Scratch-resistant, vapor chamber cooling system
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 15 months Limited warranty - 1 year
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