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General

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Series

Alienware Area-511Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Dell owner's manual, English, August 2025 Rev. A06, regulatory model P52E.

Vector 16 HX AI1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

AA182501Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Manual for the Alienware 18 Area-51 AA18250. The AA18250 number covers several GPUs and the 2026 refresh with other CPUs. This product is the Core Ultra 9 275HX with RTX 5090 configuration that reviewers tested.

A2XWHG-060US1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026One-page US maker sheet for A2XWHG-060US. The same family has other US sheets with different CPU, display, RAM, storage and Wi-Fi: 211US (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 16 GB, 1 TB, Windows 11 Home), 061US and 212US (Core Ultra 7 255HX, FHD+ 1920 x 1200 144 Hz, 16 GB, 512 GB, Wi-Fi 6E). Those are not stored here.10Retailer pagecdw.com/product/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xw-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-060us-16-gaming-notebook/8319807Read 15 October 2026CDW title names A2XWHG-060US with Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32 GB, 2 TB SSD, QHD+ 240 Hz, matching the maker sheet.

GTIN / EAN

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8241424035879Retailer pageamazon.com/MSI-Vector-240Hz-Gaming-Laptop/dp/B0DTN26DYRRead 15 October 2026Item details row UPC 824142403587 for A2XWHG-060US, retailer part number VECTOR16HXA2060.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

6 January 20252Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/the-return-of-area-51-302343722.htmlRead 15 October 2026Dell release dated Jan. 6, 2025 introduces the Area-51 laptops in 16 and 18 inch.

9 January 20257Press releaseprnewswire.com/in/news-releases/msi-unveils-new-laptop-lineup-featuring-nvidia-geforce-rtx-50-series-at-ces-2025-302347010.htmlRead 15 October 2026MSI CES 2025 laptop lineup release, dateline Jan. 9, 2025. Its table lists Vector 16 HX AI A2XWIG and A2XWHG. A2XWHG is the RTX 5070 Ti model. Announcement of the family. No price or release date is given.

Status

Available3Press articlewindowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/dell-revives-alienware-area-51-with-powerful-new-gaming-pcsRead 15 October 2026Orderable from Dell at launch. Reviews through 2026 still describe it as on sale.

Available10Retailer pagecdw.com/product/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xw-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-060us-16-gaming-notebook/8319807Read 15 October 2026CDW lists A2XWHG-060US for sale on 2026-10-15 (Mfg # VECTOR16HXA2060).

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026US retailer, Dell part LAA18250-9383BLU-PUS.

US1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026US sheet path and US model suffix. Sold through US retailers.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Liquid Teal2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/the-return-of-area-51-302343722.htmlRead 15 October 2026New Liquid Teal finish on anodized aluminum.4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026Color Liquid Teal.

Cosmos Gray1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Segment

Gaming8Reviewtech.yahoo.com/gaming/articles/alienware-18-area-51-review-100000161.htmlRead 15 October 2026Described as a gaming laptop.

Gaming6Reviewstuff.co.za/2025/06/05/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-review-as-long-pluggedRead 15 October 2026Reviewed as a gaming laptop, with gaming-focused cooling and an RGB gaming keyboard.10Retailer pagecdw.com/product/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xw-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-060us-16-gaming-notebook/8319807Read 15 October 2026CDW calls it a 16" Gaming Notebook. MSI sells it as a Vector gaming laptop with a 24-zone RGB gaming keyboard.

Form factor

Clamshell1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Views in the manual show a conventional clamshell.

Clamshell2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Top-open view and side views show a hinged display over a fixed keyboard.

Chassis

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DimensionsiClosed laptop body size. Minimum and maximum thickness describe the front and rear or other points stated by the maker.

Width410Depth320Thickness (min)24.72Thickness (max)30.5mm(16.1 × 12.6 × 1 to 1.2 in)1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 1: width 410 mm, depth 320 mm, front height 24.72 mm, peak height 30.50 mm. Stored as thickness minimum and maximum.

Width357.2Depth284.05Thickness (min)22.2Thickness (max)28.55mm(14.1 × 11.2 × 0.9 to 1.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists 14.06 x 11.18 x 0.87-1.12 in. The manual gives the metric values stored here.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16: 357.2 (W) x 284.05 (D) x 22.20~28.55 (H) mm.

Weight (published)iPublished laptop weight without the charger. A starting weight is identified in the source note and may vary with configuration.

4.12kg(9.1 lb)1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 1: minimum 4.12 kg and maximum 4.34 kg, depending on configuration. The starting weight is stored. Trusted Reviews and PC Gamer list 4.34 kg for the RTX 5090 unit.

2.7kg(6 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists 5.95 lbs with battery, which matches the 2.7 kg in the manual.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16: 2.7 kg. This is the maker's laptop weight. It is not a reviewer measurement.

Lid material

Aluminium2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/the-return-of-area-51-302343722.htmlRead 15 October 2026Liquid Teal finish on anodized aluminum.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 2026Chassis is anodised aluminium, top and bottom.

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Bottom material

Aluminium6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 2026Chassis is anodised aluminium, top and bottom.

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Max hinge angle

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MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)iManufacturer claim of MIL-STD-810 testing. The revision and tested procedures belong in the source note. This is not proof of every standard test.

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Display

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Screen sizeiDiagonal of the main built-in display. Rounded-corner displays may be measured as a full rectangle.

18in(45.7 cm)1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 21: 18-inch WQXGA, diagonal 457.27 mm.

16in(40.6 cm)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Native resolution

2560 × 1600px1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 21: 2560 x 1600.

2560 × 1600px1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Pixel density

167.7ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

188.7ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

Panel typeiDell's WVA means wide viewing angle and names no panel technology, so it is stored as IPS only when Dell or a review names IPS.

IPS4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 202618 inch 300 Hz QHD+ wide view angle anti-glare display.5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 202618-inch IPS panel, 2560 x 1600, 300 Hz.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 202618-inch IPS panel, 2560 x 1600, 300 Hz, 500 nits, no HDR.

IPS-level1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Published as 'IPS-Level'. Stored as ips_level to keep the maker's wording. No native IPS subtype is asserted.

Backlight

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Dimming zonesiIndependently controlled backlight zones, not the number of LEDs or screen pixels.

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Panel part numberiPanel part number identified in a matching review unit. Suppliers may vary within the same laptop configuration.

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Screen surfaceiSurface of the stored display configuration. Anti-reflective coatings do not by themselves make a glossy display matte. A matte finish of the chassis is not the screen surface.

Matte1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 21: anti-glare finish.

Matte9Retailer pageamazon.com/MSI-Vector-240Hz-Gaming-Laptop/dp/B0DTN26DYRRead 15 October 2026Amazon attribute 'Screen Finish: Matte'. The maker sheet does not state the surface. Other Amazon rows on this page are wrong, such as Thunderbolt 4 and an RTX 4070 coprocessor, so treat this value as retailer-grade.

Touchscreen

No1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 21: touch options not supported.

No9Retailer pageamazon.com/MSI-Vector-240Hz-Gaming-Laptop/dp/B0DTN26DYRRead 15 October 2026Amazon attribute 'Touch Screen Type: No Touchscreen'. The maker sheet lists no touch panel.

Stylus

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Refresh rate modesiHighest confirmed operating refresh rate of the built-in display at each resolution. Add a second row only for a documented dual-mode panel, not an ordinary supported timing.

AAlienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)	VRR
2560	1600	300	Yes

Source1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 21: refresh rate 300 Hz. PC Gamer notes that 300 Hz works through the discrete GPU and is capped to 144 Hz through the integrated GPU. The VRR flag comes from the G-SYNC claim in the Windows Central launch table.3Press articlewindowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/dell-revives-alienware-area-51-with-powerful-new-gaming-pcsRead 15 October 2026Launch table for the 18-inch names 300 Hz with G-Sync.

BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)
2560	1600	240

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026QHD+ 2560 x 1600 at 240 Hz. No adaptive sync is stated.

Max refresh rate

300Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate modes

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Adaptive synciNamed variable refresh technologies for the built-in display. Manual switching between 60Hz and 120Hz is not VRR.

G-SYNC3Press articlewindowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/dell-revives-alienware-area-51-with-powerful-new-gaming-pcsRead 15 October 2026Launch table for the 18-inch: QHD+, 300 Hz, 3 ms, 100% DCI-P3, 500 nits, G-Sync.

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Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)iManufacturer claim for a gray-to-gray pixel transition. Do not use generic response times, black-to-white values, or motion-picture response times.

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Native panel colour depthiPhysical panel colour depth per channel. Do not infer native bit depth or FRC from the number of supported colours.

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)iManufacturer typical SDR luminance. Outdoor maxima and an unspecified peak are not typical SDR brightness.

500nits1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 21: luminance (typical) 500 nits.

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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)iManufacturer maximum SDR luminance explicitly claimed for outdoor use. Ambient light, automatic brightness and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not typical SDR or HDR brightness.

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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer explicitly sustained HDR luminance. Screen area, duration, temperature and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not a brief peak or SDR luminance.

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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer peak luminance explicitly measured or claimed in HDR. Window size and duration belong in the source note.

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sRGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated sRGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated DCI-P3 gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

100%1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 21: color gamut DCI-P3 100% (typical). Coverage or volume is not stated.

100%1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Published as '100% DCI-P3 (Typical)'. Coverage or volume is not stated.

Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated Adobe RGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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HDR certification

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Factory calibratediThe maker explicitly states factory colour calibration. Certification alone does not establish calibration.

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Second display

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Processor

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Processor

Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026Core Ultra 9 275HX with the RTX 5090 Laptop GPU 24 GB GDDR7. This listing's SSD is described as Gen 4, while PC Gamer and Trusted Reviews tested a Gen 5 speed unit, so the installed drive generation is not stored.

Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Processor brand

Intel7Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Intel1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Core configurationiProcessor core groups using the chip maker's names. MediaTek Big, Apple Super and AMD Zen architecture labels remain distinct from Intel P and E labels.

AAlienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

Core type	Count	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Performance	8	2.7	5.4
Efficiency	16	2.1	4.6

Source1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 2, option two Core Ultra 9 275HX: 8 performance cores 2.7 GHz base and 5.4 GHz turbo, 16 efficient cores 2.1 GHz base and 4.6 GHz turbo. The listed 55 W is the chip's generic power, not the laptop limit.

BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US

Core type	Count	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Performance	8	2.7	5.4
Efficiency	16	2.1	4.6

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20263Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202624 cores: 8 P-cores at 2.7 GHz base and 5.4 GHz max turbo, 16 E-cores at 2.1 GHz base and 4.6 GHz max turbo, 24 threads, no LP E-cores. Generic 55 W base and 160 W turbo power are chip limits, not this laptop's setting, and are not stored.

CPU cores

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Cores labelled performanceiCounts only rows classified as performance. Other labels, including Big, Super and AMD Zen architecture rows, are not included.

8=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

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Cores labelled efficiencyiCounts only efficiency and low-power-efficiency rows. AMD Zen 5c and Apple super cores are not included.

16=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

16=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

ThreadsiMaximum hardware threads of the processor, including simultaneous multithreading where supported.

241Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 2: 24 threads for the 275HX.7Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202624 threads.

241Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20263Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Max boost clock

5.4GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

5.4GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

L3 cacheiL3 cache only. Do not copy a combined L2 plus L3 cache total. Qualcomm's total cache, such as 30 MB on Snapdragon X, is not L3, even when a laptop maker labels it L3.

36MB1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 2 lists 36 for the 275HX. Intel ARK confirms 36 MB Intel Smart Cache.7Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202636 MB Intel Smart Cache. 40 MB total L2 is separate.

36MB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists 36 MB L3 cache. The Spanish MSI store sheet for 098XES says 40 MB cache, which is Intel's total L2 and not L3.3Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel lists 36 MB Intel Smart Cache and 40 MB total L2. Only the 36 MB is stored.

ProcessiProcess size class of the processor compute die in nm, as on CPUs: TSMC N3B is 3, Intel 7 is 10, Intel 4 is 7 and Intel 18A is 1.8. Marketing process names and other chiplet processes belong in the source note.

3nm7Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Lithography row TSMC N3B, stored as 3 nm like the other Arrow Lake products.

3nm3Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Lithography row says TSMC N3B, stored as 3 nm like the other Arrow Lake products.

Sustained CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's sustained configured CPU power limit, such as PL1. A chip manufacturer's generic base power is not the laptop setting.

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Peak CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's configured short-duration CPU limit, such as PL2. Do not substitute generic processor maximum turbo power.

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Combined CPU and GPU poweriMaker stated simultaneous CPU plus discrete-GPU budget for the exact configuration and power mode.

280W2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/the-return-of-area-51-302343722.htmlRead 15 October 2026Release: up to 175 W total graphics power and up to 105 W thermal design profile for processors at the same time, a 280 W total package power, with up to an RTX 5090 and a Core Ultra 9 275HX. The Dell images on the Amazon listing give 280 W for configurations with RTX 5080 and above. The 16-inch model is reported at 240 W.9Retailer pageamazon.com/Alienware-Area-51-AA18250-18-0-Display-Graphics/dp/B0F5WVJBC2Read 15 October 2026Dell A+ images: Total Performance Power able to reach up to 280 W on configurations with RTX 5080 and above, with up to 175 W Total Graphics Power and up to 105 W CPU Thermal Design Power. The listing is the RTX 5080 model. The RTX 5090 configuration has the same limits.

205W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Max. 205 W CPU-GPU power with MSI OverBoost Ultra for this RTX 5070 Ti configuration. The 240 W figure on MSI marketing pages is for RTX 5080 and above.

NPU performanceiNPU-only claimed operations per second. Excludes combined CPU, GPU and platform AI throughput. Precision belongs in the source note.

13TOPS7Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026NPU peak 13 TOPS (INT8).

13TOPS3Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026NPU-only peak 13 TOPS (INT8). Not the platform total.

Graphics

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Discrete GPUiA separate dedicated graphics processor is installed. Integrated or unified-memory graphics do not qualify.

Yes4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

GPU

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

GPU brand

NVIDIA4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026

NVIDIA1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

VRAMiDedicated video memory of the installed discrete GPU. Shared system memory is excluded.

24GB1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 22: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 with 24 GB GDDR7.

12GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Max GPU power (TGP)iMaximum configured discrete-GPU power including Dynamic Boost. Mode and any maker qualification belong in the source note.

175W2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/the-return-of-area-51-302343722.htmlRead 15 October 2026Up to 175 W total graphics power for the Area-51 laptops with up to the RTX 5090. PC Gamer and Trusted Reviews list the RTX 5090 unit at 175 W TGP.5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026RTX 5090 running at 175 W TGP.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec list: RTX 5090 (175 W).9Retailer pageamazon.com/Alienware-Area-51-AA18250-18-0-Display-Graphics/dp/B0F5WVJBC2Read 15 October 2026Dell A+ images: up to 175 W Total Graphics Power on RTX 5080 and above.

140W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026140 W maximum graphics power with Dynamic Boost. The sheet says it may vary by scenario. No separate Dynamic Boost share is given.

Dynamic BoostiMaximum additional GPU power shifted from the CPU through NVIDIA Dynamic Boost. This is part of maximum TGP, not extra to it. A figure written as "up to 115W Dynamic Boost" is the total, so it goes in gpu_tgp_max_w.

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GPU boost clockiHighest maker configured GPU boost clock, including factory overclock where explicitly stated. Mode belongs in the source note.

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2,220MHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Up to 2220 MHz boost clock, with the same scenario qualification.

GPU switchingiExplicit GPU display-routing or power-sharing features. Advanced Optimus includes hardware display multiplexing.

MUX switch, Advanced Optimus6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 2026Advanced Optimus by default. The review says the MUX can be disabled to use the dGPU at all times.

Optimus2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16 lists NVIDIA GeForce RTX discrete graphics with NVIDIA Optimus supported. No hardware MUX or Advanced Optimus is stated in the manual.

Integrated GPU

Intel Xe LPG1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 2: integrated graphics Intel Xe LPG.

Intel Graphics3Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel lists Intel Graphics as the 275HX processor graphics. The RTX 5070 Ti is separate.

Memory

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Installed RAMiTotal installed RAM in this product configuration, not the maximum purchase option.

64GB4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 202664 GB as 2 x 32 GB DDR5-6400.

32GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Two 16 GB modules (16GB*2).

RAM type

DDR51Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 4: DDR5.

DDR51Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

RAM speediConfigured memory data rate in transfers per second. Do not treat the DRAM clock in MHz as the data rate.

6,400MT/s1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 4: 64 GB is offered only as 2 x 32 GB DDR5 at 6400 MT/s, non-XMP. PC Gamer lists DDR5-6400 for the review unit.

5,600MT/s1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026DDR5-5600 as installed. The sheet notes the actual frequency varies with memory combination and CPU capability. The slots support up to DDR5-6400.

Memory channelsiActive memory channels of the installed configuration, not the number of RAM modules or slots. One installed module is one channel. This holds for DDR5 too, whose two 32-bit subchannels on one module do not count as two channels. Soldered LPDDR memory counts in 64-bit units, so a 128-bit bus is 2 channels, even when a maker calls it quad-channel.

21Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 4: the 64 GB configuration is 2 x 32 GB in the two slots, so two channels.

23Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel lists 2 as the maximum number of memory channels. The maker sheet lists two installed 16 GB modules in two slots, so both channels are populated.

RAM upgradeiWhether the installed RAM is soldered, socketed in slots, or a mixture. Purchase-time configurations are not upgrades.

Slots1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 4: two SODIMM slots. CNET also confirms replaceable modules.8Reviewtech.yahoo.com/gaming/articles/alienware-18-area-51-review-100000161.htmlRead 15 October 2026RAM and SSD are not soldered. DDR5 modules can be swapped.

Slots1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Memory slotsiPhysical replaceable RAM module sockets grouped by type and occupancy. Clocked SO-DIMM uses CSODIMM. Soldered memory is excluded.

AAlienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

Slot	Count	Occupied	Module size (GB)
SO-DIMM	2	Yes	32

Source1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 4: two SODIMM slots, 64 GB as 2 x 32 GB. Both slots are used.

BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US

Count	Occupied	Module size (GB)
2	Yes	16

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Two slots, both occupied by 16 GB modules. The manual lists SO-DIMM sockets and optional CSO-DIMM sockets, so the exact socket type of this SKU is not proven and slot_type is left out.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16 lists 2 x SO-DIMM slots and optional 2 x CSO-DIMM slots. Exact 060US socket class is not proven.

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Maximum supported RAMiManufacturer supported maximum RAM, including purchase-time soldered options. Does not imply post-purchase upgradeability.

64GB1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 4: maximum configuration 64 GB.

96GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists 2 slots, max 96 GB. The older family manual (December 2024) lists up to 64 GB. Several US retailers repeat 64 GB. The newer exact-model sheet is used.

Storage

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Installed storageiTotal advertised installed storage in decimal GB. Convert 1TB to 1000GB, without changing an explicitly published 512GB value.

2TB5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 20262 TB SSD in the review unit, stored as 2000 GB. PC Gamer and CNET also list 2 TB.

2TB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20262TB*1 NVMe SSD. Stored as 2000 GB (decimal).

Storage type

NVMe SSD1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 10: PCIe NVMe M.2 SSDs.

NVMe SSD1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Installed drive PCIe generationiPCIe generation of the installed drive. This may be lower than the slot capability.

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41Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Installed drive is NVMe PCIe Gen4.

Storage slotsiPhysical storage connectors grouped by capability and occupancy. A slot accepting several drive lengths is one slot, not one per length.

AAlienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	PCIe lanes	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	5	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	5	4	2	No

Source1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Tables 6 and 10: three M.2 slots. Slot 1 takes a 2230 or 2280 drive and slots 2 and 3 take 2280. Gen 5 x4 works in all three slots on RTX 5070 Ti and higher. CNET says only one slot holds a drive in its 2 TB test unit.8Reviewtech.yahoo.com/gaming/articles/alienware-18-area-51-review-100000161.htmlRead 15 October 2026Three M.2 slots, one occupied in the 2 TB test unit.

BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	5	1	No

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20261x M.2 slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4) holds the installed drive. 1x M.2 slot (NVMe PCIe Gen5 compatible) is free. The sheet says to consult a service center for SSD upgrades. The manual gives the 2280 size for both slots.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16: 2 x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe SSD slots.

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Ports

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PortsiPhysical laptop connectors grouped by type, protocol capability and side. One connector with several protocols is counted once.

AAlienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	Rear	5	Not available	Not available
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 1	3	Rear	5	Not available	Not available
USB-C	Thunderbolt 5	2	Rear	80	Thunderbolt 5	Yes
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available
DC in	Not available	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available
SD card	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 5 and rear view: RJ45 5 Gbps, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 and one with PowerShare, two Thunderbolt 5 (80 Gb/s, DisplayPort 2.1 alt mode) on RTX 5070 Ti and higher, HDMI 2.1 and a 7.4 mm barrel DC-in. The left side has the SD card slot and the universal audio jack. Bandwidth Boost to 120 Gb/s is not stored. USB-C charging input limit is not stated.

BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Maximum charging input (W)	Maximum peripheral power (W)
USB-C	Thunderbolt 5	2	Left	80	Thunderbolt 5	Yes	140	15
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	Right	10	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	Rear	2.5	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Right	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
SD card	SD Express	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
DC in	Not available	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20262x Thunderbolt 5 (DisplayPort / Power Delivery 3.1), 2x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K at 60 Hz or 4K at 120 Hz), 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x SD Express card reader, 1x combo audio jack. Sides and the DC input come from the manual and the review.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Right side figure (printed 2-7): two USB-A ports and the combo audio port. Left side (2-8): Thunderbolt USB-C ports with PD-in and the card reader. Rear (2-9): RJ-45, Kensington lock, HDMI and the power connector. Thunderbolt 5 up to 80 Gbps. Power Delivery input 65 to 140 W, and up to 5 V/3 A output (15 W). The text says PD input may be optionally supported when powered off.6Reviewstuff.co.za/2025/06/05/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-review-as-long-pluggedRead 15 October 2026Review of A2XWHG with Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5070 Ti: two Thunderbolt 5 USB-C ports on the left, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports and a 3.5 mm combo jack on the right, an SD card reader, and DC input, one HDMI 2.1 and Ethernet at the rear. Matches the manual's side figures.

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Maximum USB-C charging inputiHighest confirmed charging power accepted by a USB-C port. This is separate from adapter rating and power delivered to peripherals.

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Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 74Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 802.11be with Bluetooth 5.4.

Wi-Fi 71Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Wi-Fi bandsiSupported radio frequency bands. Availability may be restricted by country or regulatory configuration.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 8: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/230084/intel-killer-wifi-7-be1750-xw/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel lists 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz for the Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 (x/w), 2x2 at 320 MHz. The module name comes from the 060US sheet. Regional regulation may restrict 6 GHz.

Wi-Fi module

Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE17501Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 8: Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 1750, 2400 Mbps. PC Gamer writes Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 and Dell store listings write Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750. Stored with the BE prefix.

Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE17501Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Published as 'Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750, Bluetooth v5.4'. Other A2XWHG sheets list Wi-Fi 6E AX211 with Bluetooth 5.3, so the module differs by SKU.

BluetoothiThe version as a number with one decimal, such as 5.4 or 6.0. A qualifier such as or above goes in the source note.

5.41Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 8: Bluetooth 5.4.

5.41Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Cellular

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Keyboard and touchpad

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Keyboard layoutsiDocumented layouts of the retained regional SKUs. Do not infer a layout solely from the sales country.

English4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026English keyboard with per-key AlienFX RGB lighting.

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Key switches

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Keyboard backlightiA maker-confirmed backlight with no published type uses backlit_unspecified. Do not infer white lighting, a single colour or RGB from backlit alone. A single-zone RGB backlight is RGB zones.

RGB per key8Reviewtech.yahoo.com/gaming/articles/alienware-18-area-51-review-100000161.htmlRead 15 October 2026CNET: with either keyboard option you get per-key RGB lighting.

RGB zones1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 202624-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key, 99 keys.

NumpadiDedicated physical numeric keypad. A virtual touchpad number pad is not counted.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 12: 101 keys for the English US layout. Trusted Reviews confirms a number pad.5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Full-size keyboard with number pad.

Yes5Maker product pageth-store.msi.com/products/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-253thRead 15 October 2026Same page: 'Equipped with Number Pad'. The 060US sheet lists a 99-key keyboard.

Key traveliPhysical key travel distance, not actuation distance.

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1.7mm5Maker product pageth-store.msi.com/products/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-253thRead 15 October 2026Same page: 'Key Travel 1.7mm'. Marketing figure for the family keyboard.

Pointing stickiDedicated stick pointing device such as TrackPoint. A touchpad does not qualify.

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Touchpad size

Width131Height80mm(5.2 × 3.1 in)1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 17: 131 mm horizontal, 80 mm vertical.

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Touchpad mechanismiA clickpad or glass touchpad that clicks when pressed down is mechanical. Haptic needs a source that says haptic or force feedback.

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Camera and audio

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Webcam

8 MP, 3840 x 2160 at 30 fps1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 16: the 4K HDR RGB + infrared camera is 8.29 MP at 3840 x 2160 at 30 fps. The reviewed units have this camera. A 1080p camera is a separate option.

FHD 1080p at 30 fps, IR1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026IR FHD type, 30 fps at 1080p, with HDR and 3D Noise Reduction+.

IR face loginiAn infrared camera suitable for Windows Hello face authentication. An ordinary webcam or fingerprint sensor does not qualify.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 16: both camera options are RGB + infrared.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec list names an Alienware 4K HDR IR webcam.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026The sheet lists an IR webcam. The manual says the IR camera module supports infrared facial recognition.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-5: the webcam may be equipped with an IR camera module that supports infrared facial recognition. The 060US sheet confirms an IR webcam.

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Physical shutter1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Webcam Shutter, physical slide.

Built-in speaker driversiIndividual built-in acoustic drivers, including separate tweeters and woofers. Do not count audio channels or infer driver count from speaker assemblies.

41Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 9: 2 tweeters and 2 woofers.

21Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Published as '2x 2W Audio Speaker'. Two speaker drivers.

Total speaker poweriCombined published power of the built-in speaker drivers. RMS or peak classification belongs in the source note.

8W1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 9: average 2 W + 2 W tweeters and 2 W + 2 W woofers, 8 W. Peak is 2.5 W per driver and is not stored.

4W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Summed from 2 x 2 W. RMS or peak is not stated.

Audio features

Dolby Atmos4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026Dolby Atmos.

Nahimic 3, Hi-Res Audio Ready1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer and Hi-Res Audio Ready. The sheet also lists an array microphone without a count.

MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones, not beamforming channels or microphone modes.

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Battery and power

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Battery energyiPublished nominal energy capacity of the installed internal battery in watt-hours. Separate from measured runtime and charger output.

96Wh1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 20: 6-cell 96 Wh, 11.7 V.

90Wh1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20264-Cell, 90 Whrs.

Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime for each explicitly named test. Display brightness, configuration and other conditions belong in the source note. Wireless streaming preserves an unnamed content type and does not imply video or audio. Video conferencing requires an explicit calling test, with application and participant setup in the source note. MobileMark versions use different workloads, so compare only rows of the same version.

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Adapter rated outputiNominal rated output of the documented supplied or recommended adapter. A temporary dynamic maximum belongs in the source note. Not the laptop charging-input limit.

360W1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Tables 18 and 19: 280 W or 360 W adapters. The documented optimal adapter for RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 is 360 W, and Trusted Reviews names a 360 W brick for the RTX 5090 unit. This is the adapter rating, not a USB-C charging limit.5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Hefty 360 W DC charging brick.

330W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026330W Adaptor. The manual lists 280 W, 330 W and 400 W adapter options for the family.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Manual lists 280 W, 330 W and 400 W adapter options. The 330 W adapter comes from the 060US sheet.

Laptop charging connectoriConnector at the laptop end of the documented main charging cable, not the wall plug or adapter-end connector. HP's AC smart pin is a round DC plug, so it is barrel.

Barrel1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 5: one 7.4 mm barrel DC-in.

Proprietary2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Rear power connector figure on printed page 2-9 shows a small rectangular MSI DC connector, separate from USB-C. No barrel plug is assigned.

Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)iManufacturer time to charge an empty battery to 50%. Adapter and powered-off conditions belong in the source note.

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Cooling

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FansiPhysical cooling fans inside the laptop. Excludes fans in external coolers and the power adapter.

45Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Cryo-tech cooler with four fans.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 2026Teardown view: four large fans blast air over the CPU and GPU heatsinks.

25Maker product pageth-store.msi.com/products/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-253thRead 15 October 2026MSI Thailand store page for sibling A2XWHG-253TH, Cooler Boost 5 feature block: '2 Fans' and 'Up to 7 Heat Pipes'. The review of the exact A2XWHG also names two fans. The chassis is shared.6Reviewstuff.co.za/2025/06/05/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-review-as-long-pluggedRead 15 October 2026Review names two fans and heat pipes behind the vents.

Vapor chamberiA vapor-chamber heat spreader is installed. Ordinary heatpipes alone do not qualify.

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Liquid metaliComponents where the maker confirms liquid-metal thermal material. Ordinary thermal paste is excluded.

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Power modesiPublished laptop operating modes and configured power limits. Do not place observed runtime power measurements in this table.

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Security

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Fingerprint

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TPM

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2.01Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Firmware Trusted Platform Module (fTPM) 2.0.

Remote management

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Security lock slotiA dedicated built-in physical security-cable slot. Security locks that occupy a USB-C port do not qualify.

No1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026Table 5: security-cable slot not supported.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Kensington Lock is listed in the Security row.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-9 rear view.

Software

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Operating system

Windows 11 Home4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026Microsoft Windows 11 Home.

Windows 11 Pro1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Windows 11 Pro.

OS family

Windows4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Windows1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Security updates untiliPublished end date of OS/security updates promised for the exact device model. Preserve the source precision. Do not calculate it from years or substitute a generic OS-version lifecycle. Unknown when no device-specific promise is published.

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Measured display

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Brightness (measured, centre)iReviewer center-point SDR luminance for the matching display configuration. Do not substitute a review average or unspecified measurement.

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Brightness (measured, average)iReviewer mean luminance across a documented display grid, normally nine points.

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Contrast ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

1,010:15Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Test data: contrast ratio 1010:1 at the out-of-the-box setting. Review unit: Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090, 64 GB, 2 TB.

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HDR peak brightness (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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sRGB coverage (measured)iReviewer measured sRGB coverage, not gamut volume. Instrument and method belong in the source note.

100%5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Review text: 100% sRGB coverage. CNET measures the same 100% with a Spyder X Elite.

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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)iReviewer measured DCI-P3 coverage, not gamut volume. Display P3 measurements are identified in the source note.

98%5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Review text: 98% DCI-P3. CNET reports 98% of P3 as well.

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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iReviewer colour error before calibration. Delta-E formula, colour space and picture mode belong in the source note.

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PWM flicker foundiWhether a reviewer detected pulse-width-modulation flicker under the documented test conditions. False does not prove all frequency ranges were tested.

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PWM frequency (measured)iDetected PWM frequency at the brightness setting stated by the reviewer.

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PWM at or below brightnessiHighest display brightness setting at or below which the documented PWM is detected.

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Response black to white (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response for black-to-white-to-black, with test conditions in the source note.

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Response grey to grey (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response between specified grey levels. State the levels in the source note.

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Measured performance

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Cinebench 2024 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Cinebench 2024 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Geekbench 6 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

3,101points5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Test data: Geekbench 6 single core 3101. The minor version and power mode are not stated.

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Geekbench 6 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

21,121points5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Test data: Geekbench 6 multi core 21121. The minor version and power mode are not stated.

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3DMark Time Spy graphicsiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Graphics score, not the overall score. A score the review does not label as graphics is left out.

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3DMark Steel NomadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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SSD sequential read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

13,788MB/s5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026CrystalDiskMark read speed 13787.73 MB/s, stored as 13788. The test profile is not stated.

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Game frame ratesiMatching review-unit game results. Resolution, preset, upscaling, frame generation and ray tracing are stated only when documented.

AAlienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

Game	Width (px)	Height (px)	Preset	Upscaling	Ray tracing	Average FPS
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1440	Not available	Not available	Not available	120.15
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	Not available	Not available	Not available	157.82
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	RT: Ultra	Not available	Yes	76.82
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1600	RT: Ultra	Not available	Yes	47.45
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	RT: Ultra	DLSS Transformer	Yes	108.44
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1600	RT: Ultra	DLSS Transformer	Yes	84.51
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	RT: Ultra	DLSS Transformer with 4x multi frame generation	Yes	334.97
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1600	RT: Ultra	DLSS Transformer with 4x multi frame generation	Yes	258.27
Returnal	2560	1440	Not available	Not available	Not available	133
Returnal	1920	1080	Not available	Not available	Not available	166
Rainbow Six Extraction	2560	1440	Not available	Not available	Not available	213
Rainbow Six Extraction	1920	1080	Not available	Not available	Not available	318

Source5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Game tests by Trusted Reviews: Cyberpunk 2077, Returnal and Rainbow Six Extraction. Quad HD is 2560 x 1440 and Full HD is 1920 x 1080. The RT: Ultra rows are labelled with ray tracing. DLSS Transformer and 4x multi frame generation rows are as named in the text. Presets are stated only for the RT rows.

BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US

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Measured noise and temperature

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Fan noise per modeiReviewer sound-pressure readings for the matching configuration and mode. Measurement distance and workload belong in the source note.

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Max fan noiseiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Fan noise while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Top surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bottom surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Palm rest under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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CPU temperature in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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CPU clock in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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GPU temperature while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery and power

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Battery runtime per testiReviewer runtime for the exact test and configuration. Mixed browsing, video and graphics workloads are classified as mixed use.

AAlienware 18 Area-51 AA18250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090)

Test	Brightness (nits)	Hours (h)
Productivity	150	2.63
Gaming	Not available	1.33

Source5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026PCMark 10 battery test (office) at 150 nits: 2 hours 38 minutes in the text. The test table shows 2.5 hrs. The text value is stored. PC Gamer reports about 80 minutes in a light gaming test, brightness and power mode not stated.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-laptops/alienware-18-area-51-2025-reviewRead 15 October 2026About 80 minutes in a light gaming test on battery. Brightness and power mode are not stated.

BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US

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Wi-Fi browsing runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Video runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Full charge time (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

110min5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Full charge took 110 minutes with the 360 W adapter. 55 minutes to 50 percent.

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Power draw idleiHighest reviewer idle AC power reading for the matching configuration and test conditions.

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Power draw gamingiReviewer AC power draw during the named game and settings. Not GPU-only power.

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Power draw maxiMaximum reviewer AC input power during the documented load or stress test. Not the adapter rating.

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Sustained CPU power (measured)iObserved sustained CPU package power during the documented test. Not the configured PL1 limit.

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GPU power while gaming (measured)iObserved GPU-only power while running the documented game and settings.

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Weight (measured)iReviewer measured laptop mass without its power adapter unless the source note explicitly states otherwise.

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Certifications

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Intel EvoiManufacturer certification of the exact configuration as Intel Evo. Processor support alone does not establish certification.

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Copilot+ PCiManufacturer identifies the configuration as Copilot+ PC. A Copilot keyboard key alone is insufficient.

No5Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-18-area-51Read 15 October 2026Not powerful enough on the AI side to be a Copilot+ PC.

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Colour certifications

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ENERGY STAR

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EPEAT

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Other certifications

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Meta Ready1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Published as 'Meta Ready'.

In the box

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In the boxiAccessories confirmed for this exact SKU. Do not combine mutually exclusive regional bundles into one box.

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330 W AC adapter, AC power cord, Quick Start Guide2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-2 Unpacking: notebook, Quick Start Guide, AC adapter and AC power cord, optional carry bag. The 330 W rating comes from the 060US sheet. The optional carry bag is left out.

Power adapter includediWhether a power adapter is included with this exact regional SKU. A supported or recommended adapter does not prove inclusion.

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Yes2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-2 lists the AC adapter and power cord in the package.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year4Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/819635/alienware-18-area-51-laa18250-9383blu-pus-18.htmlRead 15 October 2026Manufacturer warranty 1 Year USA Warranty. Service type is not stated.

1year1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20261 year limited warranty on the US sheet.

Warranty serviceiDocumented manufacturer warranty service for the named market. Included paid service upgrades belong in the source note.

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Links

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Product page

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Spec sheet

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storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Manual

cdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdf1Owner's manualcdn.cs.1worldsync.com/0d/c3/0dc34f3b-2cc0-43f6-8598-0d4a3c43fe58.pdfRead 15 October 2026

download-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdf2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Original English user guide for the MS-15M3 and MS-15M4 chassis, version 1.0, December 2024. The MSI part number 9S7-15M352 of the A2XWHG family carries the 15M3 chassis code, and the manual specification table matches the 060US sheet (357.2 x 284.05 x 22.20-28.55 mm, 2.7 kg, Thunderbolt 5, 330 W adapter option). Specification table on printed page 2-16. The manual is generic for the chassis and lists options this SKU may not have.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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