How to Upgrade Memory on the Alienware Aurora 16 (AC16250) and 16X (AC16251) Gaming Laptops

Summary: This article lists part numbers for supported memory made by various manufacturers that can be used in the Alienware Aurora 16 (AC16250) and 16X (AC16251) gaming laptops.

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Upgrading the memory (RAM) in Alienware laptops enhances performance, especially in tasks requiring substantial processing power (video editing, gaming, or running multiple applications simultaneously). Additional RAM facilitates smoother multitasking and faster data access, improving the overall user experience.

Before upgrading, consider the maximum RAM capacity of the laptop, the type and speed of RAM compatible with the laptop, and your comfort while performing the upgrade. If upgrading memory exceeds your comfort level, seek professional assistance.

Table 1 of the Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 Owner's Manual lists the supported memory specifications (Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 Owner's Manual → Specifications of Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 → Memory.)

Table 1 of the Alienware 16X Aurora AC16251 Owner's Manual lists the supported memory specifications (Alienware 16X Aurora AC16251 Owner's Manual → Specifications of Alienware 16X Aurora AC16251 → Memory.)

Note: Dell Technologies recommends matched sets of memory from a single vendor to ensure maximum performance.

The memory configuration varies depending upon the Country or Region that the computer is purchased in. Consult the Owner’s Manual for the supported configurations, which also vary by processor type and GPU type.

The listed part numbers in the following tables are those memory cards that have been lab-tested by Dell. Other manufacturers' products have not been tested. Dell cannot validate all possible component combinations.

The owner’s manuals do not include part numbers for manufacturers' memory. This article lists them (current as of May 2025):


Table 1, Alienware Aurora 16 (AC16250), and 16X (AC16251) gaming laptops:

Memory Capacity (GB) Memory Speed (MT/s) Memory Type Configuration Manufacturer MFG Part Number
8 5600 DIMM 1RX16 SK HYNIX HMCG66AGBSA
8 5600 DIMM 1RX16 MICRON MTC4C10163S1SC56BD1
8 5600 DIMM 1RX16 SAMSUNG M425R1GB4PB0-CWM
8 5600 DIMM 1RX16 KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY KF7YCY-HYA
8 5600 DIMM 1RX16 ADATA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD AO1V56WC8W1-BH

 

Memory Capacity (GB) Memory Speed (MT/s) Memory Type Configuration Manufacturer MFG Part Number
16 5600 DIMM 1RX8 SK HYNIX HMCG78AGBSA
16 5600 DIMM 1RX8 MICRON MTC8C1084S1SC56BD1
16 5600 DIMM 1RX8 SAMSUNG M425R2GA3PB0-CWM
16 5600 DIMM 1RX8 KINGSTON TECHNOLOGY KW1KKY-HYA
16 5600 DIMM 1RX8 ADATA TECHNOLOGY CO LTD AO1V56WCSV1-BH

 

Memory Capacity (GB) Memory Speed (MT/s) Memory Type Configuration Manufacturer MFG Part Number
32 5600 DIMM 2RX8 SK HYNIX HMCG88AGBSA
32 5600 DIMM 2RX8 MICRON MTC16C2085S1SC56BD1
32 5600 DIMM 2RX8 SAMSUNG M425R4GA3EB0-CWM
Note: All memory that is listed is DDR5 NECC SODIMM PMIC, non-XMP memory.

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Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250, Alienware 16X Aurora AC16251
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Article Number: 000325705
Article Type: How To
Last Modified: 29 May 2025
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