Alienware 13 R2 i5 13.3 inch IPS SSHD Silver

MPN: AW13R2-1678SLV  |  EAN: 0884116204374  |  Model: 13 R2

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Choosist's Ratings

Alienware 13 R2 i5 13.3 inch IPS SSHD Silver - AW13R2-1678SLV Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Casual Gaming
Just Right
College (Students)
Just Right
Watching Movies
Just Right
Simple Music Editing
Just Right
Bookkeeping
Just Right
Social Media
Outstanding
Browsing
Outstanding
Documents
Just Right
Email
Outstanding
Long Journeys
Very Good
Use Around the Office
Very Good
Use At the Client's
Very Good
Use in Public Places
Very Good
Short Journeys
Outstanding
Carrying All the Time
Just Right
Carrying Occasionally
Very Good
Working in Low Light
Outstanding
Presentations
Outstanding
Gaming Look
Outstanding
Outstanding
Windows
Outstanding
Serious Multitasking
Just Right
13 to 14 Inches
Outstanding

Great for photo editing

Resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 pixels means you can work in greater detail

Running editing programs such as photoshop is possible due to the inclusion of 8 GB of RAM and the 2 cores-core processor.

Even more, you can render your image and design work with ease as this laptops comes with a robust graphics card with a strong 3Dmark benchmark score of 4318 .

In addition, this laptop can be used night or day thanks to the built in back-lit keyboard.

Gaming

Click, shoot, scroll, or type, the 13 R2 is more than capable of running light games that don’t require high end hardware. And at $2,499.33, this laptop won’t break the bank either.

It's good for academic research

As a student or researcher in the social or physical sciences, this device provides a good balance of portability (with it's 13.3 inches screen size) and performance so that you're free to roam the labs or libraries with a machine that can competently multi-task your data crunching, "multi-tabbed browsing" and the production of academic content.

All about the Films!

In addition to its excellent Advanced screen, this laptop comes with a 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution ensuring scenes pop with colour and great fidelity. Also, while watching in the dark, you can start, stop and skip through scenes using the backlit keyboard.

Music and Audio

The 13 R2 provides a great playground to create homemade tracks, mixes and audio effects. It offers ample storage for your music files with a total capacity of 500 GB. Also, the Intel Core i5-6200U processor gives sufficient power for converting your work into various music file formats.

Book keeping

Capable of running spreadsheets or dedicated accounts software, the 13 R2 is perfect for keeping finances in check. And with a you’ll find it even easier to enter and update figures.

Regular Stuff / Everyday Tasks

Spreadsheets, presentations and documents, are relatively undemanding, but the Intel Core i5-6200U processor and 8 GB RAM ensures even image laden files won't leave you watching the 'spinning wheel' on the 13 R2

Surf comfortably as all components of your will easily handle the web

A sizeable drive allows you to download and manage hundreds of thousands of emails on the 13 R2.

Although less powerful than other laptops, the 13 R2 is more than capable of keeping you connected to Facebook, Twitter and all the other social networks you love.

Battery life is fairly decent

Designed to be carried about, the 13 R2 can be used everywhere in your home thanks to its 10.5 hours battery life.

The 13 R2 is the perfect size working on the move. With a battery life of 10.5 hours, this is a machine that slips easily into a bag and goes everywhere with you without worrying too much about the next time you need a charge.

The 13 R2 allows you to stay productive even when you need to pop out for a few hours thanks to its portability and 10.5 hours battery life.

A long journey doesn’t mean wasted time with the 13 R2 thanks to its massive 10.5 hours battery life.

If you work in a hot desk environment, portability will be key. The 13 R2 comes with 10.5 hours battery life so you can move around the office as much as you need.

With a great run time of approximately 10.5 hours, there isn't a huge need to carry a charger each time your about.

Suits your occasional mobility

Not the smallest laptop, but this is a good choice for when you don't want a full-size PC. The 13 R2 works just as well on your lap or a desk.

Great to use on the go!

The 13 R2 is a great choice for when you need a good value, reliable laptop that won't be carried around too often. It’s not the smallest or lightest, however the 4.5 lbs weight is enough to get the job done.

Working in the dark

The light may be low, but the 13 R2 allows you to work or play around the clock. Make every keystroke count thanks to the 1 .

Presentations

When delivering presentations, you need to be sure you can connect to the meeting room projector or screen. The 1 offers several different display ports to make sure everyone can see your slideshow.

Package that suits a Gamer

Combining style and ergonomics, the 13 R2 is built for hardcore gaming on the move.

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Technical Specifications

Alienware 13 R2 i5 13.3 inch IPS SSHD Silver - AW13R2-1678SLV Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Colour Black, Silver
Form Factor Clamshell
Display
Display Brightness 220 cd/m²
Display HD Type FHD
Display Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Display Size 13.3 inches
Display Technology Name IPS
Processor
Processor Architecture 64 Bit
Processor Cores 2 cores
Processor Family Intel Core i5
Processor Model Intel Core i5-6200U
Processor Speed 2.30 GHz
Processor Threads 4
Memory
RAM Size 8 GB
RAM Speed 1600 MHz
RAM Type DDR3L-SDRAM
Storage
Solid State Hybrid Drive Capacity 500
Storage Total Capacity 500 GB
Storage Type SSHD
Graphics
Graphics Card Model - Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M
Graphics Card Model - Integrated Intel HD Graphics 520
Graphics Card Type Dedicated
Networking
Network Bluetooth Type 4.1
Network Wired Type 10/100/1000 Mbps
Network Wireless Type b/g/n/ac
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI Port 1
HDMI Version 2.0
Microphone 1
Mini DisplayPort 1
Thunderbolt 3 USB Type-C Port Ports 1
USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1) Type-A Ports 2
USB Sleep-and-Charge Ports 1
Camera
Camera 1
Camera Frame Rate 30 fps
Camera Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Camera Resolution (Numeric) 2.1 MP
Keyboard
Keyboard Back-lit Yes
Software
Operating System Architecture 64 Bit
Operating System Name Microsoft Windows
Operating System Version Windows 10 Home
Battery
Battery Life 10.5 hours
Security
Cable Lock Slot Yes
Cable Lock Slot Type Noble
Weight & Dimensions
Dimesnsions - Depth 23.5 cm
Dimesnsions - Height (front) 0.26 cm
Dimesnsions - Height (rear) 0.29 cm
Dimesnsions - Width 32.8 cm
Weight 2.06 kg