Alienware 13 R2 Silver

MPN: AW13R2-8900SLV  |  EAN: 0884116169208  |  Model: 13 R2

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Choosist's Ratings

Alienware 13 R2 Silver - AW13R2-8900SLV 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
Short Journeys
Outstanding
Long Journeys
Very Good
Use Around the Office
Very Good
Use At the Client's
Very Good
Use in Public Places
Very Good
Carrying All the Time
Just Right
Carrying Occasionally
Very Good
Working in Low Light
Outstanding
Presentations
Outstanding
Gaming Look
Outstanding
Funky Look
Outstanding
Outstanding
Windows
Outstanding
Serious Multitasking
Just Right
13 to 14 Inches
Outstanding

Great for photo editing

The Alienware powerful Intel Core i7-6xxx processor makes image manipulation a breeze. And the high resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels display ensures your pictures really ‘pop’ when you’re done.

It's good for academic research

Light, portable, and full-featured, the 13 R2 is ideal for carrying between offices and libraries. You’ll have all the tools you need to research and write outstanding research papers and theses.

All about the Films!

High quality video on your 13 R2's Advanced resolution display

IPS screen technology makes video content richer and more viewable.

You won't have to struggle to pause or rewind in the dark with its backlit keyboard.

Connecting to a TV or monitor to watch content on a bigger screen will be simple as its HDMI port is the most common connection option available.

Music and Audio

Making your first steps in music editing? The 13 R2 has what it takes to deliver your audio craft.

Book keeping

Managing finances has never been simpler. The 13 R2 has enough processing power to manage even the largest spreadsheets. And the inclusion of a makes typing and updating numbers even easier.

Regular Stuff / Everyday Tasks

Spreadsheets, presentations and documents, are relatively undemanding, but the Intel Core I7-6500U processor and 16 GB RAM ensures even image laden files won't leave you watching the 'spinning wheel' on the 13 R2

The 13 R2 makes surfing the web easy thanks to a reasonable hardware specification and fast, reliable b/g/n/ac WiFi connectivity.

Sending and receiving email is a relatively lightweight activity that the 13 R2 can comfortably handle. It also comes with of total storage so you never have to delete a message or attachment again.

Facebook, twitter etc require little processing power or screen specification so the 13 R2 will do just fine.

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.

For anyone who works on the road, or outside the office, portability is everything. With a battery life of 10.5 hours, the 13 R2 can go the distance for you while working on the move.

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.

Get straight to work on site with the 13 R2. A 10.5 hours battery life means you don’t have to start the day hunting for a free power socket.

Suits your occasional mobility

As you'll be needing to move about now and then, it's 4.5 lbs weight should suit your needs just fine.

Great to use on the go!

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.

Working in the dark

This laptop can be used night or day thanks to the built in back-lit keyboard.

Presentations

It's got a good variety of display ports which allows you connect to a good range of projectors and screen types.

Very stylized look

It comes in an unconventional package that stands out from the typical greys and blacks that are common with such devices.

Package that suits a Gamer

It oozes style while offering a combo of form and function that suits the needs of a serious gamer.

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Product Description

A gaming dream, the Alienware 13 R2 Silver is a marvel of modern tech. It's a quality laptop made to the highest of specs, while its design is sleek, intricately cut and mesmerizing to look at. Its unusual design and cut makes this laptop one of a kind. What about under the hood, though? Your eyes are in for a treat, with the 13.3-inch LCD display in Full HD, extra-wide viewing angles and the choice of added IPS tech - experience your favorite game in dramatic color schemes and hues. What if you want to connect up to your Xbox? You can do this, too, while the 2.0MP Full HD webcam means you can celebrate in front of your mates When it comes to gameplay, the keyboard comes with a metal plate backing, so it's incredibly responsive and hardy, and there's no disputing the effectiveness of the copper cooling system. Of course, gamers are going to drool over the desktop graphics and Graphics Amplifier. Sleek, sexy, and unparalleled strength, this Alienware laptop plays even better than it looks, and that's saying a lot.

Technical Specifications

Alienware 13 R2 Silver - AW13R2-8900SLV 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 i7-6xxx
Processor Model Intel Core I7-6500U
Processor Speed 2.5 GHz
Processor Threads 4
Memory
RAM Size 16 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
Audio
Sound System Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3
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 3
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) 2.6 cm
Dimesnsions - Height (rear) 2.7 cm
Dimesnsions - Width 32.8 cm
Weight 2.058 kg