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Alienware 15

67
Weak
Average of 4 professional reviews
1 of 4 recommend it · critics split
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 50–87
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 66.8 · 3 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 72

Alienware 15Image: Alienware

4 professional reviewers tested the Alienware 15, and 1 recommend it. Most praised: performance and battery life.

Reviewed by Engadget, WIRED, ZDNET and 1 more

Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.

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What 4 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 87
    EngadgetHands-on review · 2026

    Alienware's first budget gaming laptop is a welcome affordable option with respectable 1080p performance and a handy port set.

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  2. 70
    WIREDHands-on review

    Offers acceptable performance and a clean look for the money, but a color-poor screen and bulky chassis hold it back, and the reviewer would still pick the Lenovo LOQ 15 first.

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  3. 60
    ZDNETHands-on review · 2026

    A sturdy entry-level gaming laptop with decent game performance, but the dull display, odd connectivity limits and a price barely below other Alienware options make rivals the smarter purchase.

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  4. 50est.
    Jarrod'sTechNo printed score · Video review · 2024

    The Alienware 15 is a decent entry-level gaming laptop with good thermal performance and quiet operation, but it is held back by a poor screen and limited upgradeability.

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What critics praise most

Performance4 of 4
Battery life2 of 4
Value for money2 of 4

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Runner-upApple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)7 reviews · critics agree87

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Common questions

Is the Alienware 15 worth it?

Critics are divided: 1 of 4 recommend it.

Do critics agree about the Alienware 15?

Critics split: scores range from 50 (Jarrod'sTech) to 87 (Engadget), a spread of 37 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers disagree, so read the individual reviews before buying.

What is the best alternative to the Alienware 15?

The Apple MacBook Air (M4) (critic score 91), best overall.