Choose Alienware 17 R4 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7-7700HQ (vs Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz)
- GPU Model at NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (vs Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070)
- Display Size at 17.3 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Alienware 17 R4 vs GE63VR 7RF
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Alienware 17 R4 and GE63VR 7RF within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Alienware 17 R4 | GE63VR 7RF |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Dell | MSI |
| Product Family | Dell Alienware 17 R4 | — |
| Model | Alienware 17 R4 | GE63VR 7RF |
| Model Number | Alienware 17 R4 | — |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| 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 | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen (Kaby Lake) | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | Kaby Lake-H | x86-64 |
| 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 | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | — | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 |
| GPU Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | 80 W | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1670 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 7680 x 4320 @ 60 Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA III / PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe; SATA |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 + 2.5-inch | M.2 2280; 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 4 drives | 3 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 3 slots | 2 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | RAID 0/1 | No |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 17.3 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | LED-backlit LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | 178° degree | — |
| Flicker-Free | Yes | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | HD webcam | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | — | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers + subwoofer | 2x 2W speakers + 2x 3W woofers |
| Audio Technology | Alienware Sound Center | Nahimic; ESS SABRE HiFi |
| Microphone Configuration | Digital-array microphone | Integrated microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Full-size island-style keyboard | Full-size keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | Per-key RGB |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Precision touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | IEEE 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 | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100/1000 Mbps | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | No | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.x Type-A | 2x USB 3.0; 1x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported | USB 3.1 Gen 2 |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Output | Mini DisplayPort / USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode | Mini DisplayPort 1.2 |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 3 M.2 storage slot(s) | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 51 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 6 cells | 6 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | 240 W | 230 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel power connector | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 424 mm | 383 mm |
| Depth | 332 mm | 260 mm |
| Thickness | 29.99 mm | 27.5 mm |
| Weight | 4.42 kg | 2.8 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum; magnesium alloy; plastic | Aluminum; Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | — |
| Base Material | Magnesium alloy | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 135 degree | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | Not claimed | — |
| IP Rating | — | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | TPM 2.0 | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | BIOS recovery supported | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| 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 | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 60 °C | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent | Limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose GE63VR 7RF if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz (vs Intel Core i7-7700HQ)
- GPU Model at Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 (vs NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 17.3 inch)
What is the difference between Alienware 17 R4 and GE63VR 7RF?
Alienware 17 R4 and GE63VR 7RF share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Storage Capacity (256 GB), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Launch Year (2017 year).
The main differences: Processor Model (Alienware 17 R4: Intel Core i7-7700HQ, GE63VR 7RF: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz); GPU Model (Alienware 17 R4: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, GE63VR 7RF: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070); Display Size (Alienware 17 R4: 17.3 inch, GE63VR 7RF: 15.6 inch).
Alienware 17 R4 may suit users who need its differing values, while GE63VR 7RF benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.