ALIENWARE x17 R2
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Revision as of 05:29, 27 September 2025 by Cuixu (talk | contribs) (The ALIENWARE x17 R2 is the current flagship 17-inch model in the X series, representing the pinnacle of ALIENWARE's design, performance, and craftsmanship on the Intel platform. It features significant generational upgrades over the x17 R1, including 12th Gen Intel Core processors (Performance Hybrid Architecture) and DDR5 memory, while maintaining the signature thin aesthetics and premium features of the X series.)
Classification
| ALIENWARE x17 R2 | |
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| Classification | |
| Grade | A- |
| Calculator version | [[:Category:Calculator v|]] |
| Classification date | |
| Information | |
| Name | ALIENWARE x17 R2 |
| Brand by Parent | ALIENWARE by Dell Inc |
| Generation | x17 Series, 2nd Generation |
| Model(s) | Varies by configuration |
| Release date | 2022-01-19 |
| Type/Category | Gaming Laptop |
| Website | [1] |
| Status | In sale |
| More | |
| Dimensions | Approx. 399.2 x 299.4 x 20.9 mm (L x W x H) |
| Mass | Starting at approx. 3.1 kg |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home / Pro |
| Companion App | ALIENWARE Command Center |
| CPU | Up to Intel Core i9-12900HK Processor (12th Gen, Alder Lake) |
| GPU | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (16GB GDDR6) |
| Memory | Up to 64GB DDR5 4800MHz (2 slots) |
| Storage | Up to 4TB (2x 2TB) NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD (Up to RAID 0) |
| Battery | 87Wh Lithium-Ion battery |
| Power | 330W Small Form Factor Power Adapter |
| Charging | Proprietary power port charging |
| Display | Options include: • 17.3-inch FHD (1920x1080) 165Hz 3ms 300-nits ComfortView Plus • 17.3-inch FHD (1920x1080) 360Hz 1ms 300-nits ComfortView Plus • 17.3-inch UHD (3840x2160) 120Hz 4ms 500-nits ComfortView Plus |
| Camera | 1080p FHD IR Camera (Supports Windows Hello) |
| Sound | Built-in high-fidelity speakers, Dolby Atmos, Nahimic 3D Audio |
| Connectivity | Wired: Killer E3100G 2.5Gbps Ethernet Wireless: Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 (2x2) Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2 Ports: USB 3.2, Thunderbolt 4 (with DP & PD), HDMI 2.1 |
| Device | |||
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| Criterion | Value | Proof(s) | Comment |
| Known hardware tampering | None | [1. Dell Trusted Devices] | As a branded gaming laptop, no widespread specific hardware tampering vulnerabilities are reported. |
| Known vulnerabilities | Very common | [1. Dell Security Advisories 2. Intel Security Updates 3. Microsoft Security Update Guide] | Its components have regular security advisories and patches. Vulnerabilities are common but managed through updates. |
| Prior attacks | Rare | [1. CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog] | No widely reported specific attacks targeting the ALIENWARE x17 R2 model exclusively. |
| Updatability | Rare | [1. Alienware x17 R2 Driver & Download Page 2. Dell Support Assist 3. Windows Update] | As a newer, available model, it receives frequent driver, BIOS, and OS security updates via Dell Support Assistant and Windows Update. |
| Category score | 2 | ||
| System | |||
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| Criterion | Value | Proof(s) | Comment |
| Authentication with other systems | Full | [1. Windows Hello for Business 2. Microsoft Account Documentation] | Supports robust authentication with other systems via Windows Hello, Microsoft Account, etc. |
| Communications | Encrypted with obselete encryption | [1. Wi-Fi Alliance on WPA3 2. Thunderbolt 4 Security] | Wi-Fi 6E (WPA3), 2.5Gbps Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.2, and Thunderbolt 4 all use |
| Storage | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | [1. Microsoft BitLocker Documentation 2. Intel TPM Resources] | Supports hardware-based full-disk encryption via Windows BitLocker (TPM 2.0). |
| Category score | 2 | ||
| User Authentication | |||
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| Criterion | Value | Proof(s) | Comment |
| Account management | Full | [1. Windows User Account Control 2. Microsoft Account Management] | Full account management via Windows, supporting multi-user, admin/standard permissions, group policies. |
| Authentication | Secure | [1. Windows Hello Setup] | Offers multiple secure methods: Windows Hello face/fingerprint, PIN, picture password, strong password. |
| Brute-force protection | Exist | [1. Microsoft Account Lockout Policy] | Windows has account lockout policies. |
| Event logging | Access event logged | [1. Windows Event Viewer Documentation] | Windows Event Viewer extensively logs security events. |
| Passwords | Require change after setup with complexity requirements | [1. Microsoft Password Policy] | Windows policies can enforce password complexity, expiration, and minimum length. |
| Category score | 1 | ||
| Grade | A- |
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