Alienware M17 R5
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ALIENWARE M17 R5
Category: Gaming Laptop • Model / Gen: M17 Series, 5th Generation Varies by configuration Release Date: 2021-12-27 • Status: In sale Classification Date: 2025-10-07 • Official Website | |
Contents
Security Evaluation
1. Device Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Known hardware tampering | None | [1. Dell Trusted Devices 2. AMD Platform Security 🔗 Proof] | As a branded gaming laptop, no widespread specific hardware tampering vulnerabilities are reported. Physical security relies on firmware and chassis design. |
| Known vulnerabilities | Very common | [1. Dell Security Advisories 2. AMD Security Updates 3. 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 R5 model exclusively. Users face risks from generic Windows malware and cyber-attacks. |
| Updatability | Very common | [1. Alienware M17 R5 Driver & Download Page 2. Dell Support Assist 3. Windows Update 🔗 Proof] | As a newer model, it receives frequent driver, BIOS, and OS security updates via Dell Support Assistant and Windows Update. |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
2. System Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
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| Authentication with other systems | Full | [1. Windows Hello for Business 2. Microsoft Account Documentation 🔗 Proof] | Supports robust authentication with other systems via Windows Hello, Microsoft Account, Dell/ALIENWARE account, etc. |
| Communications | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | [1. Wi-Fi Alliance on WPA3 2. Microsoft TLS Support 🔗 Proof] | Wi-Fi 6E (WPA3), 2.5Gbps Ethernet, and Bluetooth 5.2 all use modern encryption protocols. Web traffic uses TLS 1.2/1.3. |
| Storage | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | [1. Microsoft BitLocker Documentation 2. AMD Memory Guard 🔗 Proof] | Supports hardware-based full-disk encryption via Windows BitLocker (fTPM 2.0). AMD platform offers AMD Memory Guard for enhanced security. |
| Category Score | Score: 1 / 3 | ||
3. User Authentication
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
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| Account management | Full | [1. Windows User Account Control 2. Microsoft Account Management 🔗 Proof] | Full account management via Windows, supporting multi-user, admin/standard permissions, group policies, etc. |
| 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 that lock the account after multiple failed login attempts. |
| Event logging | Access event logged | [1. Windows Event Viewer Documentation 🔗 Proof] | Windows Event Viewer extensively logs security events for audit by administrators. |
| Passwords | Require change after setup with complexity requirements | [1. Microsoft Password Policy 🔗 Proof] | Windows 11 setup encourages strong passwords, and policies can enforce complexity, expiration, and minimum length. |
| Category Score | Score: 1 / 3 | ||
Technical Specifications
| Property | Details |
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| Operating System & App | Windows 11 Home / Pro (Companion App: ALIENWARE Command Center) |
| Hardware (CPU / GPU) | CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 9 6900HX / Ryzen™ 7 6800H • GPU: Up to AMD Radeon™ RX 6850M XT Laptop GPU (12GB GDDR6) or NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Ti |
| Memory & Storage | Memory: Up to 32GB DDR5 4800MHz • Storage: Up to 4TB (2x 2TB) NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD |
| Power, Battery & Charging | Battery: 97Wh Lithium-Ion battery • Power: 330W GaN Small Form Factor Power Adapter • Charging: Proprietary power port charging |
| Display & Camera | Display: Options include: • 17.3-inch FHD (1920x1080) 360Hz ComfortView Plus • 17.3-inch QHD (2560x1440) 240Hz CherryMX mechanical keyboard • Camera: 1080p FHD IR Camera (Supports Windows Hello) |
| Sound & Connectivity | Sound: Built-in speakers, Dolby Atmos, Nahimic 3D Audio • Connectivity: Wired: 2.5Gbps Ethernet (Realtek RTL8125BG) Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (MediaTek MT7922A22M) Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2 Ports: USB 3.2, USB Type-C®, HDMI 2.1 |
| Physical (Dimensions & Mass) | Dimensions: Approx. 398.5 x 299.5 x 26.7 mm (L x W x H) • Mass: Starting at approx. 3.2 kg |
