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Rating: 5/5Fantastic, if you need basic portability and lots of power

This review is from: DELL Alienware AW17R3-4175SLV Gaming Laptop 6th Generation Intel Core i7 6700HQ (2.60 GHz) 16 GB Memory 1 TB HDD 256 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M 3 GB GDDR5 17.3" 1920 x 1080 Windows 10 Home 64-Bit

Pros: The laptop has great overall performance. It runs skyrim with all the mods I can think of at 60fps, while running and testing various codes for my computer science class in the background. Cools well, and rarely overheats unless it is left running fro a long time, which is just not a great idea with any computer anyway. It operates very quietly. I can barely hear the fans when they are on. Very good keyboard for a laptop, though I will always recommend getting an external keyboard regardless. And the touchpad is smooth and accurate.
Cons: It is extremely heavy, but that is expected with a computer with this hardware. Still offers the basic portability I need to carry it around campus.
I wish gaming mode had an option to use both the mousepad and keyboard simultaneously, but no such luck.
The lighting has no basic white option (you can turn the lighting completely off, but just white would be nice)
Other Thoughts: I would absolutely recommend this laptop, and in fact, I already have to many others, and they all enjoy it just as much has I do. Alienware may get a bad rep, but if you need power of a good desktop but also portability, like I did, this is a fantastic way to go. Nothing can be done about the weight, so I suggest getting a decent backpack, and sucking it up. I would purchase this product 1000 times over.

Rating: 4/5Good...

This review is from: DELL Alienware AW17R3-4175SLV Gaming Laptop 6th Generation Intel Core i7 6700HQ (2.60 GHz) 16 GB Memory 1 TB HDD 256 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M 3 GB GDDR5 17.3" 1920 x 1080 Windows 10 Home 64-Bit

Pros: Best PC i've ever had, aside from the blue screen crashes.
Cons: Not sure if its a problem with the laptop, or windows 10, but even fresh out of the box, I keep getting "Bad_Pool_Header" blue screens of death.
Other Thoughts: If I can't get the bad pool header thing completely fixed i wouldn't recommend it.

Rating: 5/5Gaming laptop

This review is from: DELL Alienware AW17R3-4175SLV Gaming Laptop 6th Generation Intel Core i7 6700HQ (2.60 GHz) 16 GB Memory 1 TB HDD 256 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M 3 GB GDDR5 17.3" 1920 x 1080 Windows 10 Home 64-Bit

Pros: This went on sale just fore I was about to purchase it from Dell directly, couldnt pass up the price
Does it all
way more laptop than anyone would expect
I got it out did the basic setup and imaged the drive for a backup before wrapping it for a x-mas gift
I really wanted to keep it for myself
Cons: Only con is I did not buy 2
I got back online to purchase another but the sale was over
Other Thoughts: GREAT computer

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Specifications Processor Intel Core i7-6700HQ Quad-Core 2.6 GHz (Up to 3.5GHz with Turbo Boost) Cache L3: 6 MB System Bus 8 GT/s Memory: Slots 2 Memory: Type PC4-17000 2133 MHz DDR4 SDRAM Memory: Installed 8GB (2x4 GB) Memory: Capacity 16GB (8GB installed) Graphics Card: Type Dedicated Graphics Card: Installed NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM Display: Type Widescreen Display: Size 17.3" Display: Aspect Ratio 16:9 Display: Native Resolution 1920 x 1080 Hard Drive Installed: 1TB 7200 rpm Type: SATA 6Gb/s Optical Drive None Input/Output Connectors: Ports 4x USB 3.0 (A) (1x Always-on charging port) Input/Output Connectors: Display 1x HDMI-out 1x Mini DisplayPort Input/Output Connectors: Audio Integrated Stereo Speakers 1/8" (3.5 mm) Combo Microphone & Line In 1/8" (3.5 mm) Audio Out Jack I/O Connectors: Flash Media Slot 1x SD 1x SDHC 1x SDIO 1x MMC 1x Memory Stick 1x Memory Stick PRO 1x xD-Picture Card Network 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) Wi-Fi 802.11ac Bluetooth 4.1 Webcam Yes 2 MP Photo Operating System Windows 10 Home (64-bit) Security Accepts 3rd Party Security Lock Devices, Kensington Lock Slot Keyboard Type: Standard Notebook Keyboard Features: Backlight Pointing Device TouchPad Battery 8-Cell Built-In (92 Wh) Dimensions (W x H x D) 17.0" x 1.4" x 11.5" (43.2 cm x 3.6 cm x 29.2cm) Weight Description Big screen. Big performance The Alienware 17 is thinner and lighter than any 17-inch laptop Dell has created before, but that doesn't mean they skimped on performance. It's crafted with aerospace-inspired carbon fiber filled surfaces that add stiffness and durability and copper heat sinks that enable proper cooling. Powered by high-performance latest generation Intel processors and offering a new USB Type-C port with support for SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.1) and Thunderbolt 3 technologies, the Alienware 17 is designed to give you the best experience on an impressive screen. Built for intense gaming More power Alienware 17 automatically overclocks and monitors internal temperatures to keep your system running cool when the action is hot and deliver performance precisely when you need it. Lean and mean on a big screen: Enjoy IPS (in-plane switching)-based LCD technology on an expansive 17" screen that offers stunningly clear color and clarity. Get up to pixel density for astonishing color clarity and extra wide viewing angles. Sound and fury Rich, impressive audio is powered by Klipsch and Creative SoundBlaster X-Fi technology. Visually connect with comrades and competitors with a 2.0MP Full HD webcam and let the banter flow with a dual microphone array. External Chassis Connections 3-in-1 Media Card Reader USB Type-C with support for SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps and Thunderbolt 3 technologies SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Ports RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet IPv6 Alienware Graphics Amplifier Port HDMI (2.0 Output with NVIDIA /1.4 with AMD) Output. Power/DC-in Jack Noble Lock port (cable and lock sold separately). Headphone 1/8-inch Port (retaskable for Microphone/Line-In analog audio input). Full-throttle gaming The family powerhouse Outfitted with the latest generation Intel processors, it is equipped for advanced power and a seamless gaming experience. Supercharged gaming The processors in Alienware 17 offer Dynamic Overclocking to kick in extra power when your game demands it, so you won't miss a beat. Connect and conquer A double-shot of the best gaming networking technology is inside with Killer Gigabit Ethernet and Killer Wireless 802.11ac Wi-Fi - so you're getting the smoothest possible streaming video and gaming packets when you need them most. Multitask when you need to, without any lags or lulls in the performance you crave. Plus, all Alienware 17 laptops come with Bluetooth 4.1 technology. Cutting edge craftsmanship Carbon fiber craftsmanship Inspired by aerospace technologies, the carbon fiber composites in Alienware laptops deliver a unique rigidity and high stiffness-to-weight ratio. The result is a whole new tactile experience. Sleek. Solid. Aluminum Displays this good require serious protection, so Dell encased them in an anodized aluminum shell that matches the hinge strength and structural rigidity and boasts a new, iconic design. Cooler with copper Churn out maximum power while keeping your cool. Copper thermal modules allow your graphics cards and processors to perform at the highest level while the heat pipes and blocks prevent overheating. Nine customizable keys Guaranteed up to 10 million keystrokes Experience the sensation of uniform feedback with the reinforced steel plate of the TactX keyboard, which also protects internal components from debris. Launch shortcuts to applications or even macros in-game, thanks to nine customizable keys capable of up to 19 unique commands, programmed via the Alienware Command Center software. Rigorously tested for robust durability Alienware laptops are tested to stand up to tens of thousands of functions: power button pushes, hinges opening and closing, twists, turns and up to 1 million touchpad strokes. Dell tests hard so you can game hard, reliably. Extend your reach Mobility meets connectivity Hook up your favorite accessories with the new superfast USB Type-C port, offering speeds 2x as fast as USB 3.0 with SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.1). Blow your hair back Use your USB Type- C port as a Thunderbolt 3 port and experience 40Gbps (4x the USB 3.1 protocol). 8.33 lbs (3.78kg)