Dell Alienware m16 vs Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 Comparison

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Dell Alienware m16 vs Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Alienware m16 and XPS 16 9640 2024, two laptops by Dell. Dell Alienware m16 was introduced to market in January 2023 and Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 was launched in January 2024. There is 12 months difference between Alienware m16 and XPS 16 9640 2024 so it would still give an advantage to younger XPS 16 9640 2024.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell Alienware m16 and Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell Alienware m16 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13650HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
368.9 x 289.9 x 23-25.4 mm (14.52 x 11.41 x 0.91-1 inches)
Weight: 3 kg (6.62 lbs)

Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 Key Specs

Launched in January 2024
16.3" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
358.1 x 240 x 18.7 mm (14.1 x 9.45 x 0.74 inches)
Weight: 2.13 kg (4.7 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Alienware m16 and XPS 16 9640 2024 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell Alienware m16 over Dell XPS 16 9640 2024

Refresh Rate	480 Hz vs 120 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	142 ppi vs 139 ppi	More pixels per inch
GPU FLOPS	8.8 TFLOPS vs 7.1 TFLOPS	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 vs No	Option to use Display port to connect to external monitors
Display Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Better typing feel
Key Travel	1.8 mm vs 1 mm

Reasons to choose Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 over Dell Alienware m16

Weight	2.13 kg vs 3.00 kg	0.87 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~89.6% vs ~69.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.5 mm vs 12.1 mm	8.6 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16.3 inches vs 16 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Bottom	Flexible cable positions
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Connect more device at the same time

Common Strengths of Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 and Dell Alienware m16

Launch Dates	January 2023 vs January 2024	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
HDR Support	Yes, Dolby Vision vs Yes, Dolby Vision	Watch HDR Clips
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 and Dell Alienware m16

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Dell Alienware m16 vs Dell XPS 16 9640 2024: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell Alienware m16 and the Dell XPS 16 9640 2024.

Physical Specs
Weight	3 kg (6.62 lbs)	2.13 kg (4.7 lbs)
Surface Area	1069 cm2 (165.7 inches2)	859 cm2 (133.2 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~69.4%	~89.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~12.1 mm	~3.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.19 kg/inch	0.13 kg/inch
	0.418 lbs/inch	0.286 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Silver, Gray

Comparison of the Dell Alienware m16 and the Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 External Dimensions

Weight

Alienware m16 weighs 3 kg (6.62 lbs), whereas the XPS 16 9640 2024 weighs 2.13 kg (4.7 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Dell Alienware m16 3.00 kg

Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 2.13 kg

Min 1.17 kg

Average 2.07 kg

Max 3.00 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Dell Alienware m16 25.40 mm

Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 18.70 mm

Min 12.30 mm

Average 20.35 mm

Max 30.80 mm

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Dell Alienware m16 is 0.19 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 is 0.13 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell Alienware m16 vs Dell XPS 16 9640 2024: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 13650HX Intel Core i7 13700HX Intel Core i9 13900HX AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX	Intel Core Ultra 7 155H Intel Core Ultra 7 165H Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
Base Frequency	2.6 GHz	3.8 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.9 GHz	4.8 GHz
Number of Cores	14	Arc Graphics (8-
Number of Threads	20	22
L3 Cache	24 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics (16EU)	Arc Graphics (8-Cores)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	7 nm
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1914	1745
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	21028	14983

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Dell Alienware m16 and Dell XPS 16 9640 2024.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13650HX

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile 12GB GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile 16GB	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	1455 MHz	1455 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1755 MHz	1755 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	50 W	50 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	8.986 TFLOPS	8.986 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bus	96 bit	96 bit
Memory Speed	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	2560	2560
TMUs	80	80
ROPs	48	48

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Dell Alienware m16 has a FLOPS value of 8.8 TFLOPS whereas the Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 ' has a FLOPS value of 7.1 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Dell Alienware m16 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the Alienware m16 and the XPS 16 9640 2024, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Dell Alienware m16	Dell XPS 16 9640 (2024)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	86 Wh	99.5 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Bottom	Left, Right
Charge Power	300 / 330 W	130 W
Voltage	11.4 V
Full Charging Time	2:00 hr

On the other hand, the XPS 16 9640 2024 features a higher battery capacity of 100 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Alienware m16's 86 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Dell Alienware m16 86 Wh

Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 100 Wh

Min 38.00 Wh

Average 74.15 Wh

Max 100.00 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 8 TB, the Alienware m16 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the XPS 16 9640 2024's max. storage capacity of 4 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Dell Alienware m16 vs Dell XPS 16 9640 2024: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell Alienware m16 and Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Alienware m16 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, XPS 16 9640 2024 has a larger16.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Alienware m16 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the XPS 16 9640 2024's total usable screen area is 770cm² / 119inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Alienware m16 features a higher pixel density with 142 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Dell Alienware m16 142 ppi

Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 139 ppi

Min 137 PPI

Average 169 PPI

Max 283.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Alienware m16 offers a higher refresh rate of 480 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The XPS 16 9640 2024 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Dell Alienware m16 300 nits

Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 500 nits

Min

40 nits

Average 413 nits

Max 1250.00 nits

Dell Alienware m16 vs Dell XPS 16 9640 2024 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
XPS 16 9640 2024 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Alienware m16 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Alienware m16 is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. XPS 16 9640 2024 does not have USB-A ports.
Both Alienware m16 and XPS 16 9640 2024 have USB Type-C ports. Alienware m16 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while XPS 16 9640 2024 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Alienware m16 and XPS 16 9640 2024 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Alienware m16 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. XPS 16 9640 2024 does not have an HDMI port.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both Alienware m16 and XPS 16 9640 2024 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Alienware m16 and XPS 16 9640 2024 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	3x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	No
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	1x v1.4	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No