Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Height: | ||
| Front height |
418 mm (16.46 in.) |
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| Rear height |
418 mm (16.46 in.) |
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| Width |
197 mm (7.75 in.) |
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| Depth |
458.40 mm (18.05 in.) |
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| Weight (maximum) |
15.37 kg (33.88 lb) NOTE:The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and manufacturing variability.
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Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors that are supported on your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | Option four |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor type | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13700F | 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900F | 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900F | Intel Core i7 14700F |
| Processor wattage | 65 W | 65 W | 65 W | 65 W |
| Processor core count | 16 | 24 | 16 | 8+12 |
| Processor thread count | 24 | 32 | 24 | 28 |
| Processor speed | Up to 5.20 GHz | Up to 5.50 GHz | Up to 5.10 GHz | Up to 5.40 GHz |
| Processor cache | 30 MB | 36 MB | 30 MB | 33 MB |
| Integrated graphics | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Description | Option five | Option six | Option seven |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor type | Intel Core i9 14900F | Intel Core i7 14700KF | Intel Core i9 14900KF |
| Processor wattage | 65 W | 125 W | 125 W |
| Processor core count | 8+16 | 20 | 24 |
| Processor thread count | 32 | 28 | 32 |
| Processor speed | Up to 5.60 GHz | Up to 5.60 GHz | Up to 5.80 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB | 33 MB | 36 MB |
| Integrated graphics | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported by your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Chipset |
Intel Z690 |
| Processor |
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| DRAM bus width |
128-bit |
| Flash EPROM |
32 MB |
| PCIe bus |
Up to Gen5 |
Operating system
Your Alienware Aurora R16 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Home, 64-bit
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications that are supported by your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Memory slots |
Two |
| Memory type |
DDR5 |
| Memory speed |
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| Maximum memory configuration |
64 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration |
8 GB |
| Memory size per slot |
8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
For computers shipped with 12th Gen Intel Core processors
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Ports and connectors
The following table lists the external and internal ports available on your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| External: | |
| Network |
One RJ45 Killer E3100 Gigabit Ethernet (2.5 Gbps) |
| USB |
Front ports
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| Audio |
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| Video |
Supported through discrete GPU |
| Media-card reader |
Not supported |
| Power port |
110 V/220 V |
| Security |
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| Internal: | |
| PCIe expansion card slots |
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| mSATA |
Not supported |
| SATA |
Two |
| M.2 |
NOTE:To learn more about the features of different types of M.2 cards, see the Knowledge Base resource at the
Dell Support Site.
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Ethernet
The following table lists the wired ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Model |
Killer E3100G Ethernet controller integrated on the system board |
| Transfer rate |
10/100/1000/2500 Mbps |
Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules that are supported on your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Model number |
Intel AX210 |
Intel Killer AX1675x |
| Transfer rate |
Up to 2400 Mbps |
Up to 2400 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported |
2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz |
2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz |
| Wireless standards |
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| Encryption |
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| Bluetooth wireless card NOTE:The functionality of the Bluetooth wireless card may vary based on
the operating system. |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Audio type |
Integrated 7.1 channel audio with S/PDIF port |
| Audio controller |
Realtek ALC1220 |
| Internal audio interface |
High-definition audio |
| External audio interface |
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Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Alienware Aurora R16.
- Up to two M.2 2230/2280 PCIe NVMe solid-state drives
- Up to two M.2 2230/2280 PCIe NVMe solid-state drives + one 3.5-inch hard drive
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
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M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe, up to 64 Gbps |
Up to 1 TB |
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M.2 2280 solid-state drive |
PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe, up to 64 Gbps |
Up to 4 TB |
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3.5-inch hard drive |
SATA AHCI 6 Gbps |
Up to 1 TB |
Power ratings
The following table lists the power rating specifications of Alienware Aurora R16.
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type |
500 W SFF Platinum |
1000 W SFF Platinum |
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| Input voltage |
90 VAC - 264 VAC |
90 VAC - 264 VAC |
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| Input frequency |
47 Hz - 63 Hz |
47 Hz - 63 Hz |
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| Input current (maximum) |
7 A |
13.60 A |
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| Output current (continuous) |
Operating:
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Operating:
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| Rated output voltage |
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| Temperature range | |||
| Operating |
5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F) |
5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F) |
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| Storage |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
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Power supply connector
The following table lists the power-supply connectors of your computer.
| Power-supply unit | Power-supply unit connecters |
|---|---|
| 500 W SFF Platinum |
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| 1000 W SFF Platinum |
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Video
The following table lists the detailed discrete graphics specifications of your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Discrete graphics | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Controller | Number of cards | External display support | Memory size | Memory type | PCIe version | Power consumption | Recommended PSU |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4 ports, One HDMI 2.1 port |
8 GB |
GDDR6 |
4 |
120 W |
>= 500 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
8 GB |
GDDR6 |
4 |
115 W |
>= 500 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
8 GB |
GDDR6 |
4 |
160 W |
>= 500 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
12 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
200 W |
>= 500 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
12 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
285 W |
>= 750 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
12 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
220 W |
>= 500 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
16 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
285 W |
>= 750 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
16 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
320 W |
>= 750 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
16 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
320 W |
>= 750 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 |
1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
24 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
450 W |
>= 1000 W |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090D
NOTE:This card is available for purchase only in China and Hong Kong.
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1 |
Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1a port |
24 GB |
GDDR6X |
4 |
425 W |
>= 850 W |
Video port resolution
The following table lists the video port resolution for your Alienware Aurora R16.
| Graphics card | Video ports | Maximum supported resolution |
|---|---|---|
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 |
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DisplayPort:
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090D
NOTE:This card is available for purchase only in China and Hong Kong.
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DisplayPort:
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1 DisplayPort 1.2 certified, DisplayPort 1.3/1.4 ready. 2 Depending on GPU resources applied to the port. 3 Maximum raw bandwidth represents the raw bandwidth of four lanes of HBR3. 4 Requires two DisplayPort 1.4a links and DSC compression. 5 Requires either a single DisplayPort 1.4a link with DSC compression or two DP links with no compression. 6 Using DSC compression. 7 Uncompressed. 8 NVIDIA GPU supports 4K 120 Hz HDR and 8K 60 Hz HDR and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) as specified in HDMI 2.1a. |
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Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Alienware Aurora R16.
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Description | Operating | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range |
10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) |
20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
5% 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 52.50 in./s (133 cm/s)† |
| Altitude range |
-15.20 m to 3,048 m (-49.87 ft to 10,000 ft) |
-15.20 m to 10,668 m (-49.87 ft to 35,000 ft) |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
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* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates the user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse.




























