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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ROG Strix GL502VM and Alienware 17 R4 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ROG Strix GL502VM | Alienware 17 R4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | Dell |
| Product Family | ROG | Dell Alienware 17 R4 |
| Model | ROG Strix GL502VM | Alienware 17 R4 |
| Model Number | GL502VM | Alienware 17 R4 |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| Color | Black | — |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz | Intel Core i7-7700HQ |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | 7th Gen (Kaby Lake) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Kaby Lake-H |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Not Intel vPro eligible | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 |
| GPU Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | — | 80 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1670 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 4 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz | 7680 x 4320 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | — | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | — | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | — | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | 2 | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 4 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 3 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | RAID 0/1 |
| Card Reader | Yes | — |
| Card Reader Formats | SD, SDHC | — |
| Card Reader Standard | SD/SDHC/SDXC | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 17.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| Display Brightness | — | 300 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | NVIDIA G-SYNC | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 178° degree |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | HD webcam |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | HD webcam | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | — | 2 speakers + subwoofer |
| Audio Technology | SonicMaster | Alienware Sound Center |
| Microphone Configuration | — | Digital-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Chiclet keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 0 zones | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch touchpad | Precision touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Killer Wireless-AC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1Gbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Cellular Standard | — | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 5Gbps | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 5Gbps | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2 | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Output | Mini DisplayPort | Mini DisplayPort / USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | — | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | M.2 storage and WLAN slots only | 3 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | — | 99 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 6 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-Ion | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | — | 240 W |
| Power Connector | DC barrel | Barrel power connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | — | 424 mm |
| Depth | — | 332 mm |
| Thickness | 23.5 mm | 29.99 mm |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 4.42 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Aluminum; magnesium alloy; plastic |
| Lid Material | — | Aluminum |
| Base Material | — | Magnesium alloy |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | No rated ingress protection | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | No Intel vPro platform eligibility | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | ASUS BIOS recovery utility | BIOS recovery supported |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | — | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | — | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | — | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
ROG Strix GL502VM and Alienware 17 R4 share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Launch Year (2017 year), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Gaming).
The main differences: Processor Model (ROG Strix GL502VM: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz, Alienware 17 R4: Intel Core i7-7700HQ); GPU Model (ROG Strix GL502VM: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060, Alienware 17 R4: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060); Installed Memory (ROG Strix GL502VM: 8 GB, Alienware 17 R4: 16 GB); Storage Capacity (ROG Strix GL502VM: 128 GB, Alienware 17 R4: 256 GB).
ROG Strix GL502VM may suit users who need its differing values, while Alienware 17 R4 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
