Dell's Presidents' Day Sale features the Alienware m16 R2 RTX 4060 gaming laptop for just $1,299.99 after a $400 discount. This exceptional price includes an upgraded Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, a rare find at this cost.

The m16 R2, Alienware's flagship gaming laptop, boasts superior build quality, impressive gaming performance, and an attractive price. The 2024 "R2" model is 14% lighter and more compact than its predecessor without sacrificing performance.

Alienware m16 R2: Key Specs

• Price: $1,299.99 (was $1,699.99)
• Processor: 14th Gen Intel Core Ultra 9 185H (16 cores, 5.1GHz Turbo Boost)
• GPU: RTX 4060 (115W TGP, 140W with dynamic boost)
• Display: 16" 2560x1600 QHD+
• RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
• Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H offers powerful gaming and workstation capabilities with enhanced power efficiency, leading to reduced heat and improved battery life. The RTX 4060 GPU delivers smooth gameplay at 60fps on the native resolution for most titles (settings adjustments may be needed for demanding games). DLSS 3.0 support further enhances performance.

RTX 4070 Upgrade Option

For an additional $200, upgrade to an RTX 4070 GPU. This configuration features an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor. At QHD+ resolution, performance will be primarily GPU-limited, resulting in significantly higher frame rates and/or graphical settings.

This upgrade is worthwhile for gamers prioritizing peak performance.

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