MSI Creator 17 (11238) vs Alienware 18 Area-51 (TM6KV)
Comparison summary
- Alienware 18 Area-51 is quite a better laptop for gaming but MSI Creator 17 is a better deal.
- 18 Area-51 has Windows 11 Home, which is superior to Windows 10 Pro that is in Creator 17.
- When it comes to graphics 18 Area-51 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- Creator 17 features a higher resolution screen (4k).
- For portability Creator 17 is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
- 18 Area-51 contains more memory.
- 18 Area-51 offers more SSD storage.
MSI Creator 17 (11238)
Alienware 18 Area-51 (TM6KV)
Compare specifications
| MSI Creator 17 (11238) | Alienware 18 Area-51 (TM6KV) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-11800H | - |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 16gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 17.3″ | - |
| Screen resolution | |
| 4k (3840 x 2160 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 5.4 lbs (2.45 kg) | 9.56 lbs (4.34 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.59 x 10.21 x 0.8 inches | 16.14 x 12.59 x 1.2 inches |
| (39.6 x 25.93 x 2.03 cm) | (41 x 31.98 x 3.05 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| June 24, 2022 | April 18, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $4,499.00 | $4,899.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $4,499.00 | $4,899.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 7 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
MSI Creator 17 (11238)
Alienware 18 Area-51 (TM6KV)
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MSI Creator 17 (11238) summary
MSI Creator 17 is a gaming laptop with Windows 10 Pro released in 2022. It doesn't have the best Intel processor and also less RAM than it's rivals for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card that is underwhelming well-suited for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 60% of the games published this year. 4k resolution is remarkable for the 17″ display. The 1000gb SSD storage is good leaves room for improvement. It is very portable at only 5.4 lbs (2.45 kg).
msi Creator 17 17.3" UHD HDR1000 Mini LED Creator Laptop Intel Core i7-11800H RTX3080 32GB 1TB NVMe SSD Win10PRO VR Ready (B11UH-238)
17.3" UHD HDR1000 mini LED, 1000nits 60Hz 100% DCI-P3 (259ppi) Anti-Glare Wide View Angle 4K
Intel Core i7-11800H 8 Core
NVIDIA GeForce RTX3080 Laptop GPU
32GB (16G*2) DDR4 3200MHz | 1TB NVMe SSD
Killer WiFi 6E AX1675 (2x2 )
ASIN: B096DC17CX
Alienware 18 Area-51 (TM6KV) summary
Alienware 18 Area-51 Gaming Laptop, RTX 5080, Intel Ultra 9 290HX | WQXGA 300Hz Display, NVIDIA GeForce, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB NVMe SSD, 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 50 Series Laptop GPUs, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell and AI
Intelligent processing: Intel Core Ultra HX 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: B07HJPZJ51