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Alienware x14 R2 by Dell
Starting from $1,799.00
Launch price for the base storage/RAM variant
Disclaimer: The price shown is the official launch price (MSRP) for the base storage/RAM configuration.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
A slim 14-inch 2023 gaming laptop from Alienware, packing up to RTX 4060 graphics into an unusually thin chassis for its performance class.
About Alienware x14 R2
The Alienware x14 R2 continued Dell's push toward thinner gaming laptops, fitting 13th-generation Intel Raptor Lake processors and up to an RTX 4060 graphics card into a compact 14-inch chassis. It featured a 165Hz QHD+ display with 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, appealing to users who wanted strong gaming performance without a bulky, heavy laptop. It launched in Lunar Light.
Full Specifications
Imported
Model
Alienware x14 R2
Form Factor
Slim gaming laptop
Operating System
Windows 11
Processor
Intel Core i7-13620H (13th Gen)
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / RTX 4060 (laptop GPU)
Display Size
14 inches
Display Type
IPS, 165Hz, 100% DCI-P3
Display Resolution
2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Memory (RAM)
Up to 32GB DDR5-4800
Storage
Up to 4TB PCIe NVMe SSD
Ports
Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, USB-C, HDMI, 3.5mm audio
Keyboard
Per-key RGB backlit keyboard (AlienFX)
Battery
80.5Wh
Color Options
Lunar Light
Known Issues & Fixes
| Issue | Solution / Fix |
|---|---|
| Some users reported the slim 14-inch chassis running noticeably warmer under sustained gaming loads compared to bulkier 16-inch gaming laptops with more cooling headroom. | Alienware Command Center offers custom fan and performance profiles; a cooling pad is recommended for extended high-intensity gaming sessions. |
| A number of users noted the limited port selection given the thin chassis design. | Not fixable via software; a deliberate tradeoff for the slim form factor, mitigated by using a USB-C dock for expanded connectivity. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What color does the x14 R2 come in?
Lunar Light.
What GPU options are available?
RTX 4050 or RTX 4060 laptop graphics, depending on configuration.
Is the storage upgradeable?
Yes, it uses replaceable PCIe NVMe SSDs, with support for up to 4TB total across dual drives on select configurations.
What is the display refresh rate?
Up to 165Hz at QHD+ resolution, with 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.
Does it have Thunderbolt support?
Yes, a Thunderbolt 4 port is included.
Does it have per-key RGB lighting?
Yes, Alienware's AlienFX per-key RGB keyboard lighting is included.
How thin is the x14 R2?
It is notably thin for a gaming laptop with discrete RTX graphics, a key selling point of the "x" series compared to bulkier Alienware models.
