Dimensions and weight
| Height | 25.40 mm (1 in) |
| Width | 389 mm (15.31 in) |
| Depth | 305 mm (12 in) |
| Weight | 3.49 kg (7.69 lb) NOTE: The weight of your
computer varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing
variability. |
System information
| Computer model | Alienware 15 R3 |
| Processor |
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| Chipset |
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Memory
| Slots | Two SODIMM slots | |
| Type | DDR4 | |
| Speed | 2133 MHz, 2400 MHz, and 2667 MHz | |
| Configurations supported | ||
| Per memory module slot | 8 GB and 16 GB | |
| Total memory | 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB | |
Ports and connectors
| External: | |
| Network | One RJ-45 port |
| USB |
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| Audio/Video |
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| Internal: | |
| Expansion slots | One 2.5" hard drive SATA 3.0 connector |
| M.2 |
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Communications
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller integrated on system board |
| Wireless |
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Audio
| Controller | Realtek ALC 3266 |
| Speakers | Stereo |
| Speaker output |
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| Microphone | Digital-array microphones |
| Volume controls | Media-control shortcut keys |
Storage
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| One 2.5-inch hard drive | SATA AHCI 6 Gbps | Up to 1 TB |
| Two M.2 2280 solid-state drives |
| Up to 1 TB |
Keyboard
| Type | Backlit keyboard |
| Shortcut keys | Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on
them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform
secondary functions. To type the alternate character, press Shift
and the desired key. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and
the desired key. NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12)
by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup
program. Keyboard shortcuts NOTE: Use Alienware Command Center application, to configure the Macro keys on the computer. For more information, see the Alienware Command Center Help. |
Camera
| Resolution | 1280 x 720 (HD) |
| Diagonal viewing angle | 75 degrees |
Touch pad
| Resolution |
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| Dimensions |
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Battery
| Type | 4-cell “smart” lithium-ion (68 WHr) | 6-cell “smart” lithium-ion (99 WHr) |
| Weight (maximum) | 0.32 kg (0.71 lb) | 0.42 kg (0.93 lb) |
| Voltage | 15.20 VDC | 11.40 VDC |
| Life span (approximate) | 300 discharge/charge cycles | |
| Temperature range: Operating | 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) | |
| Temperature range: Storage | –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F) | |
| Coin-cell battery | CR-2032 | |
| Dimensions: | ||
| Height | 13.50 mm (0.53 in) | |
| Width | 259.60 mm (10.22 in) | |
| Depth | 89.20 mm (3.51 in) | |
| Operating time | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | |
Video
| Integrated | Discrete | |
|---|---|---|
| Controller |
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| Memory | Shared system memory |
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Power adapter
| Type | 180 W | 240 W |
| Input current (maximum) | 2.34 A/2.50 A | 3.50 A |
| Output current (continuous) | 9.23 A | 12.30 A |
| Input voltage | 100 VAC–240 VAC | |
| Input frequency | 50 Hz–60 Hz | |
| Rated output voltage | 19.50 VDC | |
| Temperature range: Operating | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | |
| Temperature range: Storage | –40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F) | |
Display
| Type | 15.6-inch FHD | 15.6-inch UHD |
| Resolution (maximum) | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Viewing angle | 50/60/80 degrees | 80 degrees |
| Pixel pitch | 0.17925 mm | 0.090 mm |
| Height (including bezel) |
344.16 mm (13.54 in) | 345.60 mm (13.60 in) |
| Width (including bezel) |
193.59 mm (7.62 in) | 194.40 mm (7.65 in) |
| Diagonal (excluding bezel) |
15.60 mm (0.61 in) | 15.60 mm (0.61 in) |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz/120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Controls | Brightness can be controlled using shortcut keys | |
Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Operating | Storage | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) | –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
0% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Vibration (maximum) | 0.26 GRMS | 1.37 GRMS |
| Shock (maximum)* | 40 G for 2 ms with a change in velocity of 20 in/s (51 cm/s)† | 105 G for 2 ms with a change in velocity of 52.5 in/s (133 cm/s)‡ |
| Altitude (maximum) | –15.20 m to 3048 m (–50 ft to 10,000 ft) |
–15.20 m to 10,668 m (–50 ft to 35,000 ft) |
* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use.
‡ Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard-drive head is in parked position.





























