Dell Alienware X16 vs Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 Comparison

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Dell Alienware X16

16 inches | January 2023

Speed 5.5

Size 7

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16 inches | February 2021

Speed 4.5

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Display 6.5

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Dell Alienware X16 vs Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021, two laptops from Dell and Eluktronics. Dell Alienware X16 was introduced to market in January 2023 and Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 was launched in February 2021. There is 23 months difference between Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021 so it would still give an advantage to younger Alienware X16.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell Alienware X16 and Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell Alienware X16 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13620H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
364.74 x 289.81 x 18.57 mm (14.36 x 11.41 x 0.73 inches)
Weight: 2.72 kg (6 lbs)

Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 Key Specs

Launched in February 2021
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
8GB Ram
359.9 x 285.7 x 27.1 mm (14.17 x 11.25 x 1.07 inches)
Weight: 2.54 kg (5.6 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell Alienware X16 over Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021

Refresh Rate	480 Hz vs 165 Hz	Smoother media experience
sRGB Color Space	99% vs 94%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	99% vs 74%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs DDR4	Faster RAM Type
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.1	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
USB-A Port Type	3.2 vs 3.1	Faster USB-A
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.1	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.1	Faster USB-C connection
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Better HDMI connectivity
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Reasons to choose Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 over Dell Alienware X16

Weight	2.54 kg vs 2.72 kg	0.18 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~72.2% vs ~70.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	7.6 mm vs 10.1 mm	2.5 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU FLOPS	13.8 TFLOPS vs 9.5 TFLOPS	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.1 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 and Dell Alienware X16

Launch Dates	January 2023 vs February 2021	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
HDR Support	Yes, Dolby Vision vs Yes, HDR10	Watch HDR Clips
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs DDR4	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
DisplayPort Output	1x v1.4 vs 1x v1.4	Connect to External Displays via DisplayPort cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 and Dell Alienware X16

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Dell Alienware X16 vs Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell Alienware X16 and the Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.72 kg (6 lbs)	2.54 kg (5.6 lbs)
Surface Area	1057 cm2 (163.8 inches2)	1028 cm2 (159.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~70.2%	~72.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~10.1 mm	~7.6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.17 kg/inch	0.16 kg/inch
	0.374 lbs/inch	0.352 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Silver

Comparison of the Dell Alienware X16 and the Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 External Dimensions

Weight

Alienware X16 weighs 2.72 kg (6 lbs), whereas the Prometheus XVI 2021 weighs 2.54 kg (5.6 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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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 X16 is 0.17 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 is 0.16 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
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell Alienware X16 vs Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 13620H Intel Core i7 13700H Intel Core i9 13900HK	AMD Ryzen 7 5800H AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz	3.2 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.9 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	10	8
Number of Threads	16	16
L3 Cache	24 MB	16 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics (64EU)	Radeon RX Vega 8
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	7 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1796	1461
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	11376	7439
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1816	1426
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	15497	12233

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 X16 and Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13620H

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H

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 3060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile 16GB
Base Clock Frequency	1455 MHz	1504 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1755 MHz	1425 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	140 W	130 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes, Advanced Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	9.50 TFLOPS	13.80 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bus	96 bit	192 bit
Memory Speed	~16 Gbps	14 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	3840
TMUs	80	120
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 X16 has a FLOPS value of 9.5 TFLOPS whereas the Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 ' has a FLOPS value of 13.8 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Dell Alienware X16 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	6000 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	DDR4
Upgradable	No	Yes

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Alienware X16 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Prometheus XVI 2021's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

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 X16	Eluktronics Prometheus XVI (2021)
CPU	Intel Core i7 13620H	AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
GPU	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
Memory	16 GB ; 6 GB VRAM	8 GB ; 6 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~17.3 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)	~10 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 5.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 6 GB VRAM	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 6 GB VRAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Dell Alienware X16|Eluktronics Prometheus XVI (2021)

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

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	90 Wh	64.3 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes
Charging Port Position	Bottom	Bottom
Charge Power	240 / 330 W	230 W
Full Charging Time	2:00 hr
Cable Length	1 meters

Moreover, the Alienware X16 boasts a larger battery capacity of 90 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Prometheus XVI 2021's64 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Alienware X16 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Prometheus XVI 2021's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

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 X16 vs Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell Alienware X16 and Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 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. Both Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021 screens have the same size of 16.0".The total usable screen area of the Alienware X16 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Prometheus XVI 2021's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Prometheus XVI 2021 features a higher pixel density with 189 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The Alienware X16 offers a higher refresh rate of 480 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Prometheus XVI 2021 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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Dell Alienware X16 vs Eluktronics Prometheus XVI 2021 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Alienware X16 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Prometheus XVI 2021 (v6).

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
Both Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021 have USB-A ports. Alienware X16 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Prometheus XVI 2021 has 3x USB 3.1 USB-A ports.
Both Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021 have USB Type-C ports. Alienware X16 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Prometheus XVI 2021 has 1x USB 3.1 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
Alienware X16 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Prometheus XVI 2021 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021 feature an HDMI port. Alienware X16 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Prometheus XVI 2021 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

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
Alienware X16 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Prometheus XVI 2021 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Alienware X16 and Prometheus XVI 2021 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	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.3	v5.1
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.1
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.1
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	1x v1.4	1x v1.4
VGA	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes