OPERATING SYSTEM With Windows 10 Home – Break down boundaries and immerse yourself in the game with graphics more realistic than ever before thanks to the multi-thread scaling capabilities of the new Alienware 15. METICULOUSLY DESIGNED TO DELIVER A KNOCKOUT PERFORMANCE The Alienware 15 features up to 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-Series processors for our most powerful 15-inch laptop ever. This machine is mechanically engineered with improved Alienware Cryo-Tech V2.0 thermal technology, plus a thin, hinge-forward design to extract the maximum performance from top-of-the-line components. With the cooling system upgraded, and state-of-the-art ventilation, your system can stay cool even under extreme graphics pressure. Built with premium materials, this machine utilizes magnesium alloy for rigidity, copper for better performance, anodized aluminum for extra protection and steel for tactile comfort. You can experience gaming on a whole new level with our factory overclocked NVIDIA® GTX 1060 and 1070 graphics or the new NVIDIA® GTX 1080 with Max-Q technology (110watts), overclocked CPUs at 5.0GHz​, and high-speed DDR4 system memory capable of up to 2666MHz.* A KEYBOARD LIKE NO OTHER With an upgraded Alienware TactX keyboard, n-key rollover is now supported, enabling over 108-key commands for maximum actions per minute. It’s the only keyboard on a laptop with 2.2mm of key travel allowing for rapid response for any keystroke. A steel back plate offers rigidity and uniform feedback guaranteed to stay functional for up to 10 million keystrokes. Designed with optional per-key lighting, optimized RGB/LED-enabled AlienFX lighting, and now supported on over 170 games, you have the option to create and download unique themes. With new and improved AlienFX, you can build a more personalized look for your machines with the lights as they respond to your gaming action. DESIGNED FOR VR Dive into mind-bending virtual reality experiences with a VR-ready system that passes the Oculus Ready and Vive Optimized certifications. You’ll experience the latest AAA game titles and VR content the way they were meant to be seen. Achieve a new level of presence powered by NVIDIA® VRWorks technology. Realistic visuals, sound, touch interactions and simulated environments are your new virtual reality .And with NVIDIA® GeForce® 10-series graphics and the latest, greatest CPUs, the Alienware 15 goes beyond what’s expected. TAKE YOUR GRAPHICS FURTHER The Alienware Graphics Amplifier enables future-proofing of upgradeable full-length, dual-wide graphics and additional 4-port USB 3.0 hub for added peripherals. With a dedicated PCI-Express X4 Gen 3 with up to 40Gbps throughout, you never have to worry about the disadvantages that come with a shared connection. NOTHING BETWEEN YOU AND GAMING NVIDIA® G-Sync delivers the smoothest a fastest experience ever thanks to its ability to synchronize display refresh rates to the GPU in your GeForce® GTX-powered PC, eliminating screen tearing and minimizing both display stutter and input lag. Witness the difference an expansive 15" LCD screen can make with supported FHD 60Hz*, FHD 120Hz* and UHD resolution options – all with anti-glare finish. TOOLS GAMERS NEED The Alienware 15 has been upgraded to give gamers the tools they need to be the best. Killer™ Wireless: Killer DoubleShot™ Pro provides a wired and wireless networking setup that prioritizes internet traffic and data streaming to applications most important to you. Optional Killer 1550 allows up to 1.73 Gbps max throughput for even more high-speed gaming. Thunderbolt Type-C port: Upgrade to multiple port options with a multi-use port ready to be used as a USB 3.1 port offering 10Gbps of data transfer, a Thunderbolt connection capable of 40Gbps, or a DisplayPort enabling various monitors supporting the DP protocol. Longer battery life: We offer the maximum amount of battery power legally allowed with the 99Whr* battery – storing and delivering more power than any other laptop battery for longer uninterrupted gameplay.* Solid-state drive: Load your games faster, get shock and vibration protection, better speed and capacity, and much more. Solid-state drives are whisper-quiet and have fewer failures because they have no moving parts. A quieter system means you can better pinpoint every footstep your enemy makes. And with available Optane™ memory, you can take your game even further. Hear every battle cry: Due to the upgraded design, a larger and more effective speaker box has been installed, improving audio output for a clearer and more dramatic gaming experience. Clear the desktop and the board: Avoid excess cables and embrace the “desktop mode” design, where most of your critical connections and ports are in the back and out of the way. PORTS & SLOTS 1. Type-A SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Port | 2. Killer Networks e2500 Gigabit Ethernet NIC | 3. Mini-Display Port 1.2 (certified) Output | 4. HDMI 2.0 Output | 5. Thunderbolt™ 3 Port | 6. Alienware Graphics Amplifier Port | 7. Power/DC-in Jack | 8. Noble Lock port (cable and lock sold separately)| 9. Type-C SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Port| 10.Type-A SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Port with PowerShare Technology | 11. Headphone 1/8" Port (retaskable for Microphone/Line-In analog audio input) | 12. Audio Out 1/8" Ports (Compatible with inline mic headset). | Note: Epic silver chassis color not available at this time.