Alienware m17 Gaming Laptop

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STAGGERING VISUALS. SLIM DESIGN.

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A thin and powerful 17-inch Alienware laptop, built with magnesium alloy, exceptional battery life and CPU dynamic overclocking.

Operating System

Available with Windows 11 or Windows 10.

TRAVEL LIGHT. TRIUMPH BIG.

The Alienware m17 is great for on-the-go gaming. It’s a thin 17-inch gaming laptop, coming in at only 23 mm and 5.79 lbs. To give you powerhouse performance, it’s packed with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ graphics and the latest NVIDIA® technology like ray tracing, DLSS, and AI enhanced graphics rendering.

In addition to extraordinary power, the m17 is engineered for an amazing battery life with a 60WHr battery and optional 90WHr upgrade.

COMMANDING PERFORMANCE

Keep your cool: An outstanding cooling system featuring Cryo-Tech v2.0 thermal technology allows you to overclock your CPU, ensuring your system stays cool as the action heats up.

Kick performance into high gear: Engineered with up to 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i9k series processor for CPU overclocking performance, the latest NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ graphics, and up to 32GB of 2666Mhz DDR4 memory, the Alienware m17 possesses powerful performance for uninterrupted gameplay and other activities.

Optimal storage experience: Enjoy faster load times and a quieter system thanks to multiple storage options including PCIe M.2 SSDs and high-capacity hybrid HDDs with 8GB solid-state memory.

SELECT YOUR STYLE

Choose your weapon: Available in epic silver with a satin finish or nebula red with a soft-touch finish, you can choose which look best suits your style.
Color availability may vary by region.

TAKE YOUR GRAPHICS FURTHER

The Alienware Graphics Amplifier supports next generation NVIDIA^® and AMD graphics cards and includes an additional 4-port USB 3.0 hub for added peripherals. With a dedicated PCI-Express X4 Gen 3 with up to 40Gbps throughout, you never have to worry about the disadvantages that come with a shared connection.

TOOLS GAMERS NEED

Make your presence felt: A front-facing integrated camera offers FHD resolution for incredible clarity. Emphasize every battle cry with dual-array microphones featuring best-in-class speech support from Windows Cortana.

Killer™ Networking: Killer™ E2500, Gigabit Ethernet Controller, is designed to deliver incredible throughput and lower latency gameplay, heavily reducing any lagging or jitter. The optional Killer 1550 allows you to upgrade to up to 1.73 Gbps max throughput for even more high-speed gaming, and prioritizes internet traffic and data streaming with Killer DoubleShot™ Pro.

One port does it all: Access a variety of port options with the Thunderbolt™ 3 port. Its features include a USB 3.1 port, offering 10Gbps of data transfer, a Thunderbolt connection capable of 40Gbps, or a DisplayPort v1.2 output enabling various monitors supporting the Display Port protocol.

NEW ALIENWARE COMMAND CENTER

We’ve crafted innovative software specifically designed to improve your gaming experience, fine-tune all your game and systems settings, solve problems and manage time.

Calibrate your controls

Now you have control over your hardware and software environments. Not only can you tailor the hardware for each and every game you play, you can personalize the space and setup to make your software look and feel precisely the way you want it, without interfering with your gameplay or other activities.

Ace library science

The easy-to-use interface links all your various system settings with a gaming library, making it simple to access gaming information. No matter what the source, the command center gives you easy access to your games and the ability to fine-tune settings for each one. Create a unique game profile and it stays just how you want it, no matter where you launch.

AlienFX Lighting

The game has been changed with FX Lighting. You can personalize your machine by choosing from an array of color options and effects that correspond to different zones across your system. In addition, you can create custom themes, save those for later and then swap between them to help accelerate your editing.

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Dimensions & Weight

1. Height: Front 18.5mm.(0.727") – Rear 23 mm(0.91" ) | 2. Width: 410 mm(16.1" )| 3. Depth: 292.5mm(11.52") | Weight: 5.79lbs. (2.63 kgs)*

High-Performance Gaming Accessories

Transform your gaming laptop into a desktop-class gaming rig with the superior graphics and audio performance you crave

Alienware 34 Curved Gaming Monitor | AW3418DW

Enhance all the action on this 34-inch curved monitor with WQHD resolution, customizable AlienFX lighting, and NVIDIA^® G-Sync™ technology.

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Alienware Graphics Amplifier

Supercharge your gameplay with a high-powered amplifier that unleashes stunning, graphics-intensive 4K and virtual reality games. Compatible with both the Alienware m15 and m17 laptops.

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Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset

Lose yourself in the game with virtual 7.1 virtual surround sound, designed for the most dedicated audiophile. Lightweight design with crystal-clear communication and iconic Alienware style.

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Performance-Enhancing Peripherals

Introducing all-new Alienware keyboards and mice featuring the iconic design you trust for exhilarating, immersive gaming.

Alienware Pro Gaming Keyboard | AW768

Bring a competitive edge to every game with this mechanical keyboard featuring brown switches, 15 programmable macro key functions, onboard memory and 13 RGB lighting zones.

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Alienware Elite Gaming Mouse | AW959

Count on incredible speed and sensitivity control with a 12,000 DPI optical sensor, redesigned side wings for improved grip, and AlienFX RBG lighting.

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Alienware 25 Gaming Monitor | AW2518H

Custom AlienFX lighting stands out on this 25-inch monitor featuring a 240Hz refresh rate, 1-ms response time, and NVIDIA^® G-Sync™ technology.

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Mobile Accessories

Keep your laptop and other equipment secure and protected while gaming on the go.

Alienware Elite Backpack

Meet the lightweight backpack that doesn't sacrifice on features. The Alienware Elite Backpack flexes a large interior capacity and is perfectly sized for the Alienware thin and light m15 and m17 laptops.

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Alienware Pro Backpack

Created with an array of features, the Alienware Pro Backpack has the durable and lightweight exterior to perfectly accommodate the Alienware thin and light m15 and m17 laptops, wherever you are.

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Processor

8th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-8300H (4-Core, 8MB Cache, up to 4.0GHz w/ Turbo Boost)
8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8750H (6-Core, 9MB Cache, up to 4.1GHz w/ Turbo Boost)
8th Generation Intel® Core™ i9-8950HK (6-Core, 12MB Cache, up to 4.5Ghz w/Turbo Boost)

Operating System (Dell recommends Windows 10 Pro for business.)

Windows 10 Home 64-bit
Windows 10 Pro 64-bit

Video Card

NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 Ti with 4GB GDDR5
NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2060 with 6GB GDDR6
NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2070 Max-Q Design with 8GB GDDR6
NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2080 Max-Q Design with 8GB GDDR6

Display

17.3" FHD (1920 x 1080) 60Hz Anti-Glare, 300-nits 72% Color Gamut, IPS Display
17.3" UHD (3840 x 2160) 60Hz Anti-Glare, 300-nits sRGB 100% Color Gamut, IPS Display
17.3" QHD (2560 x 1440) 120Hz Anti-Glare, 400-nits 72% Color Gamut, TN Display

Memory*

8GB (1x8GB) DDR4 2666MHz
16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 2666MHz
32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666MHz

Hard Drive

SINGLE STORAGE CONFIGURATIONS
1TB (+8GB SSHD) Hybrid Drive
256GB PCIe M.2 SSD
512GB PCIe M.2 SSD
1TB PCIe M.2 SSD
DUAL STORAGE CONFIGURATIONS
128GB PCIe M.2 SSD + 1TB (+8GB SSHD) Hybrid Drive
256GB PCIe M.2 SSD + 1TB (+8GB SSHD) Hybrid Drive
512GB PCIe M.2 SSD + 1TB (+8GB SSHD) Hybrid Drive
1TB PCIe M.2 SSD + 1TB (+8GB SSHD) Hybrid Drive
118GB Intel Optane SSD + 1TB (+8GB SSHD) Hybrid Drive
256GB PCIe M.2 SSD + 256GB PCIe M.2 SSD
512GB PCIe M.2 SSD + 512GB PCIe M.2 SSD
1TB PCIe M.2 SSD + 1TB PCIe M.2 SSD

Ports

1 Power/DC-in Jack
1 RJ-45 Killer Networks e2500 Gigabit Ethernet Port
2 Type-A SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Port
1 Type-A SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Port with PowerShare technology
1 Thunderbolt™ 3 Port (USB Type-C™ with support for SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, 40Gbps Thunderbolt, and DisplayPort)
1 Alienware Graphics Amplifier Port
1 HDMI 2.0 Output
1 Mini-Display Port 1.3 (certified) Output
1 Headphone / MIC (retaskable)
1 Audio Out 1/8" Ports (Compatible with inline mic headset)
1 Wedge-shaped lock slot (cable and lock sold separately)

Optical Drive

External options only

Camera

Alienware FHD (1920x1080 resolution) camera with dual-array integrated microphones

Audio and Speakers

Alienware Sound Center via Alienware Command Center
2.0 Speaker configuration
7.1 Digital Audio out using HDMI out connection

Chassis

Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth 5.0 (Optional)
Camera
Alienware FHD (1920x1080 resolution) camera with dual-array integrated microphones
Color Options
Epic Silver
Nebula Red
Exterior Chassis Materials
Magnesium Alloy
Memory Slots
2-SODIMMs
Thermal
Cryo-Tech v2.0 Cooling Technology
Dual-Intake, Dual-Exhaust Airflow Design
High-Voltage Driving Fans
Load-balancing Heat Pipes
Copper Fin Stacks
Thermal Controls
Whisper-quiet operation
Touchpad
All-points addressable (APA) trackpad

Wireless*

Qualcomm QCA6174A 802.11ac 2x2 MU-MIMO WiFi and Bluetooth 4.2
Killer Wireless 1550 2x2 AC and Bluetooth 5.0

Regulatory

Product Safety and Environmental Datasheets
Dell Regulatory Compliance Home Page
Dell and the Environment