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Black Alienware X17 R1 laptop closed showing 17.3 inch 4K display

DELL

DELL Alienware X17 R1 laptop i9-11980HK 64GB 512GB RTX 3080 17.3" 3840x2160 120Hz

SKU CH-QAG1-DKTEN

A 17.3-inch 4K 120Hz laptop with an 8-core i9-11980HK, 64GB RAM, 512GB SSD and RTX 3080 graphics

  • Screen size17.0 in (43.2 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i9 11th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution3840 × 2160
  • 8-core i9-11980HK hits 5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • 64 GB memory keeps large projects and multitasking smooth
  • RTX 3080 with 8 GB GDDR6X drives high-frame-rate 4K gaming
  • 3" 3840×2160 120 Hz panel shows sharp motion detail
  • 512 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times

17.3-inch 4K 120Hz mobile workstation

The Dell Alienware X17 R1 pairs an Intel Core i9-11980HK eight-core processor with 64GB of memory and a 512GB SSD. A dedicated GeForce RTX 3080 laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR6X drives the 3840x2160 non-touch display at 120Hz. Windows 11 Home is preinstalled for immediate use by creators and engineers who need high-resolution colour accuracy on the move.

Thermals and acoustics under load

The thin chassis houses a high-wattage CPU and GPU combination that will generate noticeable heat and fan noise during sustained rendering or gaming sessions. Power draw rises sharply when both processors hit their 5GHz turbo frequency, so surface temperatures and acoustic output increase accordingly. Buyers who need silent operation or lap-friendly temperatures should consider thicker alternatives.

Integrated webcam and wireless connectivity

A built-in webcam supports video calls without extra peripherals, while 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth handle wireless networking and accessories. The 512GB SSD and 64GB RAM are soldered or otherwise non-upgradable, limiting future storage expansion or memory increases. Users who require multiple terabytes of local storage or user-serviceable memory must look elsewhere.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $2,645.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 17.0 in (43.2 cm)
Higher than about 88% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 64 GB
Higher than about 90% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineAlienware
Model nameAlienware X17 R1 Laptop
Part numberAlienware X17 R1 Laptop
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i9 11th Gen
CPU cores8
Turbo clock speed5
Memory
Memory size64 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size17.0 in (43.2 cm)
Display resolution3840 × 2160
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatUHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes

Questions about this item

How do I install extra storage in the Alienware X17 R1 and which step is often missed?

Open the base, insert an M.2 drive into the free slot, then initialise the volume in Windows Disk Management before it will appear in File Explorer.

What maintenance or replacement will the RTX 3080 8 GB GDDR6X need later?

Repaste the GPU and CPU every couple of years and clean the vapour-chamber fins; the 64 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD are soldered or not user-serviceable.

Which limit appears first during sustained 3840 × 2160 120 Hz gaming on the i9-11980HK?

GPU thermals throttle the RTX 3080 before the 8-core 5 GHz CPU hits its power ceiling, capping frame rates in extended sessions.

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