Gigabyte AORUS 17X (AORUS 17X AZG-65US665SH) vs Alienware 18 Area-51 (7VT9P)
Comparison summary
- 18 Area-51 is the better value option.
- For performance 18 Area-51 has a better performing processor.
- For graphics performance Gigabyte AORUS 17X has a lot better performing graphics card.
- 18 Area-51 has a higher resolution screen (WQXGA).
- For carrying AORUS 17X is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- AORUS 17X has a bigger SSD.
Gigabyte AORUS 17X (AORUS 17X AZG-65US665SH)
Alienware 18 Area-51 (7VT9P)
Compare specifications
| Gigabyte AORUS 17X (AORUS 17X AZG-65US665SH) | Alienware 18 Area-51 (7VT9P) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 32gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 4090 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Screen size | |
| 17.3″ | - |
| Screen resolution | |
| Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.17 lbs (2.8 kg) | 9.07 lbs (4.11 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.59 x 11.53 x 0.85 inches | 16.14 x 12.59 x 1.2 inches |
| (39.6 x 29.29 x 2.16 cm) | (41 x 31.98 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| February 6, 2024 | June 28, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,401.22 | $3,679.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,401.22 | $3,348.66 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Gigabyte AORUS 17X (AORUS 17X AZG-65US665SH)
Alienware 18 Area-51 (7VT9P)
Compare Gigabyte AORUS 17X / Alienware 18 Area-51 vs other gaming laptops:
Gigabyte AORUS 17X (AORUS 17X AZG-65US665SH) summary
Gigabyte AORUS 17X is a fairly priced Windows gaming laptop released in 2024. It has the GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card which is great great for gaming. You can play 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop doesn't have the best Intel CPU plus also less memory than competitors for its price. Quad HD resolution is decent for the 17-inch 120 Hz IPS monitor. The 2000gb SSD storage is acceptable. It is portable at only 6.17 lbs (2.8 kg).
GIGABYTE - AORUS 17X (2024) Gaming Laptop - 240Hz 2560x1440 QHD - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 - Intel i9-14900HX - 2TB SSD with 32GB DDR5 RAM - Windows 11 Home AD (AORUS 17X AZG-65US665SH)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6
Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor 5.8 GHz
DDR5 Ready: DDR5 5600 16GB*2 (32GB), 2TB Storage (Gen4 M.2 SSD)
Cutting-Edge Display: 17.3" 16:9 IPS QHD 2560x1440, 240Hz, 100% DCI-P3, TÜV Rheinland Certified
Next Gen Interface: Windows 11 Home AD, Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth V5.2
Dynamic Audio: Dolby Atmos Audio Technology, Built-in Microphone, 2x 2.5W Speakers
IO: 1x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports Power Delivery), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Mini DP 1.4 (120Hz), 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x RJ45, 1x Audio Combo Jack, 1x DC In
ASIN: B0CV2VVTX4
Alienware 18 Area-51 (7VT9P) summary
Alienware 18 Area-51 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It has an impressive Intel CPU, however less RAM than competitors for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 video card which is underwhelming great for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Your 1000gb SSD storage is adequate leaves room for improvement.
Alienware 18 Area-51 Gaming Laptop, RTX5070,Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX | WQXGA 300Hz Display, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce, Windows 11 Home, Liquid Teal, AA18250
Unapologetic power: Area-51 was intentionally designed to reach new performance horizons by enabling higher graphics and processor power limits.
Game changing graphics: Step into the future of gaming and creation with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Series Laptop GPUs, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell and AI.
Intelligent processing: Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX processors integrate CPU, built-in GPU, and NPU into a single package designed for AI acceleration and balanced performance across your favorite things to do.
Introducing the Cryo-Chamber: Developed by our engineers, Area-51’s new Cryo-Chamber structure, located at the bottom of the laptop, focuses air to the core components where it matters the most.
Bringing comfort to the forefront: Our new Area-51 laptops combine mystery and other-wordly design with fluid contours and soft surfaces that inspires comfortable gameplay for hours.
Dell Services: 1 Year Onsite Service provides support when and where you need it. Dell will come to your home, office, or location of choice, if an issue covered by Limited Hardware Warranty cannot be resolved remotely.
ASIN: B0FFPTXBC2