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Alienware 17 R2 vs MSI GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU

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  • 157specifications compared
  • 35differ
  • 122identical
  • 41known for one product only

Key differences

  • Product colour
    • 17 R2:Black, Silver
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:Black
  • Display diagonal
    • 17 R2:43.9 cm (17.3")
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:39.6 cm (15.6")
  • Processor model
    • 17 R2:i7-4710HQ
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:i7-4720HQ
  • Processor boost frequency
    • 17 R2:3.5 GHz
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:3.6 GHz
  • Processor frequency
    • 17 R2:2.5 GHz
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:2.6 GHz
  • Processor cache type
    • 17 R2:Smart Cache
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:L3
  • Total storage capacity
    • 17 R2:1 TB
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:1.12 TB
  • Storage media
    • 17 R2:HDD
    • GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU:HDD+SSD

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Comparison of 17 R2, GE60 2PE(Apache Pro)-698LU
198 specifications
Design1 differ
Product colourDiffersBlack, SilverBlack
Display1 differ
Display diagonalDiffers43.9 cm (17.3")39.6 cm (15.6")
Display brightnessKnown for one300 cd/m²Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor4 differ
Processor modelDiffersi7-4710HQi7-4720HQ
Processor boost frequencyDiffers3.5 GHz3.6 GHz
Processor frequencyDiffers2.5 GHz2.6 GHz
Processor cache typeDiffersSmart CacheL3
Memoryidentical
Maximum internal memory (64-bit)Known for one16 GBUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage5 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers1 TB1.12 TB
Storage mediaDiffersHDDHDD+SSD
HDD interfaceDiffersSATA IIISATA
HDD speedDiffers5400 RPM7200 RPM
Optical drive typeDiffersNoDVD Super Multi
Number of SSDs installedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
SSD capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source128 GB
Graphics3 differ
Discrete graphics card modelDiffersNVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970MNVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 860M
Discrete graphics card memoryDiffers3 GB2 GB
On-board graphics card DirectX versionDiffers12.011.2/12
Number of discrete graphics cards installedKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Number of discrete graphics cards supportedKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Audio3 differ
Audio systemDiffersCreative Sound Core 3D + SBX Pro StudioSound Blaster Cinema
Number of built-in speakersDiffers24
Speaker powerDiffers1.5 W2 W
Built-in subwooferKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Speakers manufacturerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceDynaudio
Camera1 differ
Front camera resolution (numeric)Known for one2.07 MPUnknown — not stated by the source
Front camera resolutionDiffers1920 x 1080 pixels1280 x 720 pixels
Network2 differ
Wi-Fi standardsDiffersWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth versionDiffers4.14.0
Top Wi-Fi standardKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ports & interfaces5 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers02
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantityDiffers42
HDMI versionKnown for one1.4Unknown — not stated by the source
Mini DisplayPorts quantityKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantityDiffers01
Headphone outputsDiffers01
Combo headphone/mic portKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Docking connectorDiffersYesNo
USB Sleep-and-ChargeKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
USB Sleep-and-Charge portsKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Keyboardidentical
Full-size keyboardKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Keyboard number of keysKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source103
Softwareidentical
Drivers includedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor special features3 differ
Intel® Turbo Boost TechnologyDiffers2.0No
Processor ARK IDDiffers7893078934
Processor codeDiffersSR1PXSR1Q8
Battery2 differ
Number of battery cellsDiffers86
Battery capacityDiffers92 Wh49 Wh
Battery voltageKnown for one14.8 VUnknown — not stated by the source
Battery recharge timeKnown for one4 hUnknown — not stated by the source
Power1 differ
AC adapter powerDiffers180 W120 W
AC adapter input voltageKnown for one100 - 240 VUnknown — not stated by the source
AC adapter output currentKnown for one9.23 AUnknown — not stated by the source
AC adapter output voltageKnown for one19.5 VUnknown — not stated by the source
Security1 differ
Cable lock slot typeDiffersNobleKensington
Password protectionKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for one0 - 35 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage temperature (T-T)Known for one-40 - 65 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for one10 - 90%Unknown — not stated by the source
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Known for one0 - 95%Unknown — not stated by the source
Operating altitudeKnown for one-15.2 - 3048 mUnknown — not stated by the source
Non-operating altitudeKnown for one-15.2 - 10668 mUnknown — not stated by the source
Operating shockKnown for one110 GUnknown — not stated by the source
Non-operating shockKnown for one160 GUnknown — not stated by the source
Operating vibrationKnown for one0.66 GUnknown — not stated by the source
Non-operating vibrationKnown for one1.3 GUnknown — not stated by the source
Weight & dimensions3 differ
WeightDiffers3.78 kg2.6 kg
WidthDiffers430 mm383 mm
DepthDiffers291.9 mm249.5 mm
HeightKnown for one34.4 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Height (front)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3.23 cm
Height (rear)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3.76 cm
Packaging contentidentical
Power cord includedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Quick start guideKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Warranty cardKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Performanceidentical
Motherboard chipsetKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel® HM87

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