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Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX 3GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 1920x1200 WVA 480Hz 300 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS
| Reference / Part Number | AWM18-A145BLK-PUS |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Color name | Dark Metallic Moon |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 18 " (45,7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD+ |
| Panel type | WVA |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Pixel density | 126 ppi |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 480 Hz |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000:1 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 7845HX |
| Processor frequency | 3 GHz |
| Generación del procesador | AMD Ryzen 7000 Series |
| Processor cores | 12 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,2 GHz |
| Processor cache | 64 MB |
| Processor cache type | L2 & L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 610M |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3254 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 2,07 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Power adapter barrel connector | 0.3 " (7.4 mm) |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| PowerShare | Yes |
| Number of USB ports with PowerShare support | 1 |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM770 |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
| Zona retroiluminada del teclado | Per-key RGB |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 97 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
| Battery voltage | 11,4 V |
| Battery recharge time | 3 h |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Battery weight | 15.2 oz (430 g) |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
|---|---|
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC adapter output current | 4,4 A |
| AC adapter output voltage | 19.5 V |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 35 °C |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 65 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 % |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 % |
| Operating altitude | -15,2 - 3048 m |
| Non-operating altitude | -15,2 - 10668 m |
| Operating shock | 4.9 oz (140 G) |
| Operating vibration | 0 oz (0,66 G) |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 9.3 lbs (4,23 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 16.2 " (410,3 mm) |
| Depth | 12.6 " (319,9 mm) |
| Height (front) | 0.9 " (2,41 cm) |
| Height (rear) | 1 " (2,51 cm) |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS like?
It carries a 18" 1920x1200 WVA 480Hz 300 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS weigh?
It weighs 4,23 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Alienware m18 R1 AWM18-A145BLK-PUS released?
Its release date is May 2023, 3 years ago.