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Alienware m18 R2

84
Well liked
Average of 4 professional reviews
3 of 4 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 74–90
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 83.5 · 3 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 87

Alienware m18 R2Image: Alienware

4 professional reviewers tested the Alienware m18 R2, and 3 recommend it. Most praised: performance. Most common complaint: size and weight.

Reviewed by Tom's Guide, Windows Central, Tom's Hardware 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. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2024

    Few gaming laptops match its performance, and it offers an excellent tactile keyboard and a wide port selection.

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  2. 90
    Windows CentralHands-on review · 2024

    A big, powerful gaming laptop with an outstanding mechanical keyboard and strong all-round ratings.

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  3. 80
    Tom's HardwareHands-on review · 2024

    A tank-like desktop-replacement laptop with powerful RTX 4090 gaming and plenty of upgradeability.

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  4. 74est.
    Jarrod'sTechNo printed score · Video review · 2024

    The Alienware m18 R2 is a capable, high-performance gaming laptop that offers good value compared to its 18-inch competitors, though it is quite bulky and heavy.

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What critics praise most

Performance4 of 4

What critics dislike most

Size and weight3 of 4
Price2 of 4

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Common questions

Is the Alienware m18 R2 worth it?

Most critics think so: 3 of 4 recommend it.

Do critics agree about the Alienware m18 R2?

Broad agreement: scores range from 74 (Jarrod'sTech) to 90 (Tom's Guide), a spread of 16 points across 4 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What do critics dislike about the Alienware m18 R2?

Size and weight (3 of 4 reviews), Price (2 of 4 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Alienware m18 R2?

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