Alienware announced three new gaming laptops, including the 18-inch M18x, which claims to be the title of “most powerful 18-inch gaming laptop in the universe,” the 14-inch M14x, which delivers unprecedented performance and portability, and an enhanced 11.6-inch M11x.
The two new faces in the Alienware laptop family, the upcoming M18x and the M14x, along with the new M11x, deliver unprecedented power to the gamer on the go. All three platforms offer the latest in gaming technology and feature second-generation Intel Core i processors to deliver the most immersive high-performance gaming experience imaginable. In particular:
- The M18x will offer dual-graphics technology and the industry's only Intel Core i7 Extreme CPU option factory overclocked to 4GHz;
- The M18x and the M14x offer optional wireless HD audio and video for latency-free streaming to larger screens; and
- All three laptops also offer HDMI 1.4 for connection to 3D-capable HDTVs for incredible, lifelike 3D gaming and SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports for up to 10x the speed of USB 2.0 connections for a new level in data transfer.
These laptops, along with the M17x announced and launched in January, represent the most-significant expansion in Alienware's portfolio in several years and arrive as the company celebrates its five-year anniversary as part of the Dell family. Since its acquisition by Dell, Alienware has expanded to provide award-winning gaming systems to a global fan base.
As Alienware's flagship laptop, the M18x — which is also dubbed the “Most Powerful 18-inch Gaming Laptop in the Universe” — will be a true desktop replacement. It is perfect for gamers who want to compromise nothing for blistering frame rates and full immersion in the gaming experience. With Wireless HD and 3D options, as well as HDMI-in, the M18x allows gamers a no-holds-barred gaming machine capable of meeting even the most grueling demands of today's gamer, delivering gaming content when and where gamers need it.
For gamers seeking a mobile HD gaming experience who want a balance of performance and mobility, the new 14-inch M14x offers the best of both worlds. Weighing in at less than 6.5lbs, the M14x features full-voltage Second-generation four- and two-core Intel Core i CPUs, discrete graphics and an optical disk drive. For the gaming enthusiast or anyone who needs mobile computing performance, the M14x is a mobile yet powerful option. The M14x offers updated graphics featuring the NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M with up to 3GB of graphics memory, and for the gamer on the go, optional Intel WiMAX technology to enable internet connectivity virtually anywhere.
For the truly mobile gamer, the M11x has long been a favorite, but now it's even better! New improvements to the popular M11x include second-generation Intel Core i processors with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, updated graphics featuring the NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M, and like the larger M14x, optional Intel WiMAX technology. The latest M11x also features a soft touch finish with a new Nebula Red option.
Highlights of the new M18x include (check price):
- An 18.4-inch FHD WLED 1080p display for the best visuals possible
- Powerful Dual GPU options with the fastest graphics memory (GDDR5) on all graphics options
- Both AMD and NVIDIA graphics options, in Crossfire X and SLI, respectively
- New Intel “Huron River” Architecture with a new factory overclocked Intel Core i7 Extreme Quad Core processor up to 4GHz
- Upgradeable to up to 32GB 1333MHz memory
- HDMI/Display Port output & HDMI-in
- Wireless HD & 3D output options, delivering low-latency high-def content wirelessly or output to 3D displays
Highlights of the new M14x include (check price):
- 14-inch WLED HD (720p) display standard (1366×768) or optional 14-inch WLED HD+ (900p) display (1600×900)
- Second-generation Overclockable Intel Core i CPUs with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
- Updated graphics featuring the NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M with up to 3GB of VRAM
- NVIDIA Optimus technology to extend battery life
- Up to 8GB of 1600MHz Extreme-Performance system memory
- HDMI 1.4 to support connectivity on HDTVs and 7.1 digital audio
- Audio powered by Klipsch (onboard speakers)
- Optional Intel WiMAX technology
And the refreshed M11x includes (check price):
- An 11.6-inch WLED HD (720p) display (WXGA 1366×768)
- Second-generation Overclockable Intel Core i CPUs with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
- Updated graphics featuring the NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M
- Up to 16GB of 1333MHz high-performance system memory
- HDMI 1.4 to support connectivity on HDTVs and 7.1 digital audio
- Audio powered by Klipsch (onboard speakers)
- Optional Intel WiMAX technology
