Razer vs Alienware

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Ok, so after months of research, these are the two laptops I have narrowed it down to, as they suit my needs the best (and yes, I need a laptop lol; I know pcs with equal specs are priced like 3x cheaper):

Alienware 15" r3

• $1,800 - 2,500
• GTX 1070 (8GB GDDR5)
• i7-7700HQ (2.8 ghz - 3.8 ghz/w Turbo Boost)
• 16GB DDR4 RAM
• 15.6 Inch (1920x1080p IPS 60hz) OR (1920x1080p TN 120hz) OR (3840x2160p IGZO 60hz) <--- All screens matte finish
• 7.8 lbs
• Ethernet port
• Perfectly centered keyboard with soft, cushiony keys
• Good speakers
• Good cooling system
• UGLY laptop

Razer Blade 14'' 2017 (4k refresh not yet released; screen is based on current Razer Blade Stealth and Razer Blade Pro 4k Panels)

• $2,400 - 2,800
• GTX 1060 (6GB GDDR5)
• i7-7700HQ (2.8 Ghz - 3.8 Ghz Turbo Boost)
• 16GB DDR4 RAM
• 14 inch (3840x2160p IGZO 60hz) <--- Glossy with high color gamut/ accuracy
• 4.5 lbs
• No Ethernet port
• Centered Keyboard with clicky but silent keys (also crazy awesome RBG lighting)
• Pretty good speakers
• Cooling is "meh"
• Beautiful sleek "Apple-esque" design

Quote from JanecoPT

Does it HAVE to be one of those 2 ?
I was never a big fan of paying to own a piece of tech with a flashy logo '-'

Could I interest you in maybe researching on a "brand" called Clevo ?
You can either see their option of choose your own (yup)
At least give it a try, who knows, you might like it.

^Yeah, believe you me, I have researched over 80 different laptops -.-

Clevo's tend to have very questionable build quality with off center keyboards/ track pads. I am not just looking for pure "bang for buck" (if i was i would totally go for a pc instead).

I need good build quality, on center keyboards with good keys, good screens, good speakers, good wifi connection, among other things.

For me, the only thing holding me off from the Alienware is that it is a bit bulky, heavy, and ugly(lol).
Only thing holding me off of the Razer Blade is the gtx 1060 is pushing it as maybe a tad too weak.

Each laptop has certain aspects that put them above the other in my mind. Alienware has a good price with good power, but it lacks the ultra portability of the Razer. Razer is the only one with the awesome GLOSSY screen (since i hate matte finishes) but the 1060 isnt quite strong enough to drive those native 4k resolutions in games.

Price is not an issue here, btw.

Quote from FreddyK

If you are gaming, you will need good cooling system, if laptop is ugly you can just ignore it and play as you wish. Unless the screen resolution is really small.

Remember, in computers it is not how it looks what matters, it is what is inside!

Yeah, one of my concerns with the Razer Blade was the potential of the heat eventually frying the system lol. The thermals ARE better than the last gen Razer Blades (by about 5-10 degrees Celsius), but it is still pretty hot.

I do actually find the aesthetic appeal of a laptop to be important though. The Razer Blade is sleek and sexy, with a very slim width that is the thickness of a dime:

Portability is a big factor here too, btw.

Quote from TheProdige

i think for gaming alien ware is much more better Cuz of GPU u will have to buy an extern cooling to keep the laptop fresh cuz laptops get hot too fast while playing

I don't think I'd need an external cooler for the Alienware 15 r3 considering how good the cooling is on that thing (see the massive heat vents on the back lol).

Quote from boricua

Alienware. Why? Because they give you a warranty and will fix it for up to 4 years. Razer gives you 1 year. Good luck with that. American products usually suck and break, hence Alienware is better.

Alienware isn't an American company? Aren't they owned by Dell?

Quote from JanecoPT

If you're ok with the fan noise ...
If I had to recommend one of them I'd go with alienware.

Gaming laptops always heat up like crazy and the fans, for obvious reason, sound like planes taking off xD Not much in the first few weeks, some times you don't hear it that much in the first 2 months '-' but the day will come so brace yourself.

Fan noise really isn't all that big of an issue for me. Alienware has both quieter fans and runs cooler to boot, btw

Quote from JanecoPT

As I see it, Razer has nothing on Alienware.
I'm also making a biased choice mostly because razer doesn't have that sweet sweet ethernet port and also because Razer (as most people know) is the windows version of that hipster writing his novel on a Mac while drinking a starbucks latte (or wtv they call it) '-'

It's a nice looking notebook, I'll give you that much but then again, so is the macbook.

It all comes down to what you like the most. If it's just work, I'd recommend a surface. If you want to work and game then alienware, it has a better cooling system. The razer will overheat like crazy because it really is very thin.

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Alienware is definitely a good option. That is why it is one of my choices xD Sliding a big bulky laptop like the Alienware 15 r3 in and out of a backpack and carrying it all over the place isn't exactly as seemless as doing the same with the Blade, however. It just lacks that level of portability.

The Alienware is clearly the more "sensible" option. It has better performance, better features, better price, etc. But Razer is the more "luxurious" and tempting option. It is just beautiful with a beautiful glossy high color gamut screen, and beautiful crazy diverse keyboard lighting effects.

It's like comparing two options for marriage: On one hand you've got the wifey type who will treat you well, cook you meals, invite her family over and try to generally accommodate to your lifestyle. And then there's the trophy wife type; sexy, insane eye candy to look at, and you just drool looking at her. She's great in bed, and is someone you can easily go out on the town with and make others jealous. But she is expensive and liable to bail on your ass when the going gets tough lol.

Just a few videos to help you guys get a better idea. I would be getting the 2017 refreshed models which have kaby lake cpu's and (for the Razer Blade) a 4k touch screen.