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PERFORMANCE4 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | — | Intel Graphics / AMD Radeon Graphics / Qualcomm Adreno |
| Memory Bandwidth | About 89.6 GB/s (dual-channel DDR5-5600) (speed at which data moves between chip and memory) | — |
| Neural Engine | Intel AI Boost NPU on Core Ultra configurations; none on Core 7 240H (AI & machine learning) | Intel NPU up to 50 TOPS; AMD XDNA up to 50 TOPS; Qualcomm Hexagon up to 45 TOPS |
| Processor | Intel Core 7 240H (Raptor Lake Refresh, 45 W) CPU: 10-core / 16-thread, up to 5.2 GHz; Core Ultra 7 255H option (balances power and battery efficiency) GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8 GB, RTX 5060 8 GB or RTX 5070 8 GB (handles graphics and creative workloads) | Intel: Core Ultra 9 386H (16 cores, up to 4.9 GHz), Core Ultra 7 355 (8 cores, up to 4.7 GHz), Core Ultra 5 325 (8 cores, up to 4.5 GHz); AMD: Ryzen AI 7 345 (6 cores/12 threads, up to 4.6 GHz), Ryzen AI 5 330 (4 cores/8 threads, up to 4.5 GHz); Qualcomm: Snapdragon X X1-26-100 (8 cores, up to 2.97 GHz); AMD: Ryzen AI 9 465 (UX3480GA) |
LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2025 (replaces the Dell G16) | 2026-09 (international rollout) |
| Status | Available | Available |
DISPLAY6 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | Up to 300 nits typical | 3K: 1100 nits (HDR peak), 500 nits; FHD: 300 nits |
| Color | 100% sRGB color | 100% DCI-P3 (OLED panels) |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz (screen refresh speed) | 120Hz (3K), 60Hz (FHD) |
| Resolution | 2560 × 1600 pixels (total screen pixel count) | 2880 x 1800 (3K) or 1920 x 1200 (FHD/WUXGA) |
| Size | 16-inch (Diagonal) | 14 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare display, WQXGA 120 Hz with G-Sync (gaming panel) | OLED, 100% DCI-P3, 16:10, touch or non-touch (stylus support on select models) |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION5 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental | — | REACH, RoHS |
| Launch Price | — | €1,199 (UX3480KA (AMD), starting) — Europe; €1,499 (UX3480KA (AMD), higher config) — Europe; £1,399 (UX3480KA (AMD)) — UK; AED 5,299 (UX3480KA (AMD), 24GB RAM) — UAE |
| Launch Price (USD) | $1,149.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | — |
| Models | — | UX3480AA (Intel Core Ultra Series 3), UX3480KA (AMD Ryzen AI 300), UX3480GA (AMD Ryzen AI 9 465), UX3480QA (Snapdragon X) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,610,000 | ₦1,906,400 – ₦2,383,400 (estimate, converted from Europe launch price) |
OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Intel Core 7 240H (10-core, up to 5.2 GHz) with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8 GB; Core Ultra 7 255H with RTX 5060 / RTX 5070 options (handles all processing and graphics tasks) | Intel Core Ultra Series 3 / AMD Ryzen AI 300 / AMD Ryzen AI 400 / Qualcomm Snapdragon X; Graphics: Intel Graphics / AMD Radeon Graphics / Qualcomm Adreno |
| Manufacturer | Dell | ASUS |
| Model | Dell Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
BODY AND BUILD4 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Interstellar Indigo (official factory color options) | Intel/Snapdragon: Zabriskie Beige, Komodo Coral, Arctic Blue; AMD: Zabriskie Beige, Rose Pink, Arctic Blue |
| Dimensions | — | 311.2 x 215.8 x 13.9-16.9 mm |
| Material | Polycarbonate and aluminum chassis (durable gaming chassis) | Ceraluminum finish, MIL-STD 810H |
| Weight | 2.6 kg (varies by configuration) | 1.10 kg, 1.20 kg or 1.30 kg (depending on config) |
MEMORY AND STORAGE4 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Configurations | — | Intel/AMD: 16GB or 24GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD; Snapdragon: 8GB or 16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB SSD |
| RAM | Standard: 16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz (two SO-DIMM slots, upgradeable to 64 GB) (higher multitasking capability) | 8GB (Snapdragon only), 16GB or 24GB LPDDR5X onboard |
| Storage | SSD Options: 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB (varies by model) (internal file and app storage) | 256GB, 512GB or 1TB |
| Storage Type | SSD (PCIe NVMe M.2) (fast solid-state storage technology) | M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD |
PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY1 field
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports and connectivity | 2 × USB 3.2 (USB-A), 1 × Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 1 × USB-C 3.2, HDMI 2.1, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5 mm headset jack, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4. | Intel: 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; AMD: 1x USB4 Type-C (40Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; Snapdragon: 1x USB4 Type-C, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; HDMI: HDMI 2.1; Audio: 3.5mm combo; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), triple band 2x2; Bluetooth: 5.4 (Intel/AMD), 5.3 (Snapdragon) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING3 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 13 hours (Dell-rated) with 96 Wh battery (manufacturer endurance figure) | AMD: up to 19 hours web browsing at 150 nits |
| Battery Type | Built-in lithium-ion polymer battery (non-removable internal battery) | 70 Wh (4-cell) or 50 Wh (3-cell); Snapdragon: 50 Wh |
| Charging | 240 W barrel charger (supported charging methods) | 68W USB-C adapter |
AUDIO AND WEBCAM3 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | Dual-array microphones (improves voice clarity and noise reduction) | Built-in array microphone |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos (enhanced audio output for media) | Built-in speakers with Smart Amp, array microphone |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD webcam (sharper video calls) | FHD camera with IR (Windows Hello), privacy shutter |
SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS4 fields
| Specification | Alienware 16 Aurora (2025) | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard | RGB backlit keyboard with single-zone lighting (illuminated keys for low-light use) | Backlit chiclet keyboard, 1.7 mm travel, Copilot key |
| Operating System | Windows (latest supported version) (preinstalled Microsoft software platform) | Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro |
| Security | Windows Hello via fingerprint (optional), TPM 2.0 (biometric authentication method) | Firmware TPM, Microsoft Pluton, IR webcam with Windows Hello, BIOS password |
| Trackpad | Precision glass touchpad (navigation surface) | Precision touchpad |