Alienware M17 R3

Security Grade

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ALIENWARE M17 R3

   Brand: Alienware (Parent: Dell)

   Category: Gaming Laptop • Model / Gen: M17 Series, 3rd Generation Varies by configuration

   Release Date: 2020-01-16 • Status: End of sale

   Classification Date: 2025-10-07 • Official Website

Security Evaluation

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Known hardware tampering	None	[1. Dell Security Advisory Page 🔗 Proof]	As a branded gaming laptop, no widespread specific hardware tampering vulnerabilities are reported.
Known vulnerabilities	Very common	[1. Dell Security Advisories 2. Microsoft Security Update Guide 🔗 Proof]	Its components have regular security advisories and patches. Vulnerabilities are common but managed through updates.
Prior attacks	Rare	[1. CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog 🔗 Proof]	No widely reported specific attacks targeting the ALIENWARE M17 R3 model exclusively.
Updatability	Rare	[1. Alienware M17 R3 Driver & Download Page 🔗 Proof]	The model is discontinued. Its major update cycle has ended. It might receive critical security patches occasionally, but it's very rare.
Category Score	Score: 2 / 3

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Authentication with other systems	Full	[1. Windows Hello for Business 🔗 Proof]	Supports robust authentication with other systems via Windows Hello (face), Microsoft Account, etc.
Communications	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	[1. Wi-Fi Alliance on WPA3 2. Microsoft TLS Support 🔗 Proof]	Wi-Fi 6 (WPA3), 2.5Gbps Ethernet, and Bluetooth 5.1 all use modern encryption protocols.
Storage	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	[1. Microsoft BitLocker Documentation 🔗 Proof]	Supports hardware-based full-disk encryption via Windows BitLocker (TPM).
Category Score	Score: 1 / 3

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Account management	Full	[1. Windows User Account Control 🔗 Proof]	Full account management via Windows, supporting multi-user, admin/standard permissions.
Authentication	Secure	[1. Windows Hello Setup 🔗 Proof]	Offers multiple secure methods: Windows Hello face, fingerprint, PIN, picture password, strong password.
Brute-force protection	Exist	[1. Microsoft Account Lockout Policy 🔗 Proof]	Windows has account lockout policies.
Event logging	Access event logged	[1. Windows Event Viewer Documentation 🔗 Proof]	Windows Event Viewer extensively logs security events.
Passwords	Require change after setup with complexity requirements	[1. Microsoft Password Policy 🔗 Proof]	Windows policies can enforce password complexity, expiration, and minimum length.
Category Score	Score: 1 / 3

Property	Details
Operating System & App	Windows 10 Home / Pro (Companion App: ALIENWARE Command Center)
Hardware (CPU / GPU)	CPU: Up to Intel Core i9-10980HK Processor • GPU: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super Laptop GPU (Max-P Design)
Memory & Storage	Memory: Up to 32GB DDR4 2666MHz (Onboard) • Storage: Up to 4TB (2x 2TB) NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD RAID0
Power, Battery & Charging	Battery: 86Wh Lithium-Ion battery • Power: 240W or 330W Slim AC Power Adapter • Charging: Proprietary power port charging
Display & Camera	Display: Options include: • 17.3-inch FHD (1920x1080) 144Hz/300Hz IPS • 17.3-inch UHD (3840x2160) 60Hz IPS • Camera: 720p HD IR Camera (Supports Windows Hello)
Sound & Connectivity	Sound: Built-in speakers, Nahimic 3D Audio • Connectivity: Wired: Killer E3000 2.5Gbps Ethernet Wireless: Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 (2x2) Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.1 Ports: USB 3.2, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.0
Physical (Dimensions & Mass)	Dimensions: Approx. 399.5 x 293.5 x 18.6-20.5 mm (L x W x H) • Mass: Starting at approx. 2.9 kg