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Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 WVA 165Hz 300 nits 100% sRGB |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396
| Reference / Part Number | X17-0396 |
|---|---|
| Release date | January 2022, 4 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | White |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,9 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | WVA |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Pixel density | 127 ppi |
| RGB colour space | sRGB |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000:1 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-11800H |
| Processor generation | 11th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 3200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe,PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash),MicroSDHC,MicroSDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 6 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3281 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 0,92 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi data rate (max) | 2400 Mbit/s |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB4 Gen 3x2 ports quantity | 2 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| PowerShare | Yes |
| Number of USB ports with PowerShare support | 2 |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM570 |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 87 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
| Battery voltage | 11,4 V |
| Removable battery | No |
| Battery recharge time | 3 h |
| Battery weight | 330 g |
Power
| AC adapter frequency | 50/60 Hz |
|---|---|
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Password protection | 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) | 0 - 95 % |
| Operating altitude | -15,2 - 3048 m |
| Non-operating altitude | -15,2 - 10668 m |
| Operating shock | 110 G |
| Non-operating shock | 160 G |
| Operating vibration | 0,66 G |
| Non-operating vibration | 1,3 G |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,2 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 399,2 mm |
| Depth | 299,5 mm |
| Height | 21,4 mm |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Is the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 WVA 165Hz 300 nits 100% sRGB display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-11800H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 weigh?
It weighs 3,2 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Alienware x17 R1 X17-0396 released?
Its release date is January 2022, 4 years ago.